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Two Confirmed Dead From Oklahoma Tornadoes; State of Emergency Issued

At least two people, including a child, died in tornadoes that swept through Oklahoma Saturday, authorities said Sunday.

Hiring of Police Officers Increased in 2023, After Years of Decline

Police departments throughout the United States reported an increase in their ranks for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, a survey shows.

Saturday's Tornado Outbreak Rattles Oklahoma, Other States

Tornado watches were issued in several states, with some Oklahoma communities facing multiple tornado warnings, as a severe weather outbreak continued Saturday in the Plains and Midwest.

140K People Used IRS 'Direct File' During 2024 Tax Season

Internal Revenue Service said Friday that more than 140,000 taxpayers filed their taxes through its new direct-file pilot program.

Routine Planning Process Underway For Potential Presidential Transition

President Joe Biden's administration on Friday began formal planning for a potential presidential transition.

Harvey Weinstein Hospitalized After Returning to New York From Upstate Prison

Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized for tests after his return to New York City, following an appeals court ruling nullifying his 2020 rape conviction.

UAW Reaches Deal With Daimler, Averting Strike in North Carolina

United Auto Workers reached tentative agreement with truck and bus manufacturer Daimler Truck, averting a potential strike of more than 7,000 workers.

Owner of Michigan Building That Exploded is Arrested at Airport, Attempting to Flee US

The owner of a suburban Detroit business that caught fire and exploded, killing a man, was arrested at a New York airport as he was preparing to depart for Hong Kong.

Student Anti-War Protesters Vow to Continue Demonstrations

U.S. college students protesting the Israel-Hamas war vowed to keep demonstrations going Saturday.

Tornadoes Cause Extensive Damage in Nebraska, Iowa; More Storms in Forecast

Tornadoes wreaked havoc Friday in parts of Nebraska and Iowa, as a severe weather outbreak continues in the central U.S.

Tornado Emergencies Declared in Nebraska, Iowa As Storms Rolled In

The National Weather Service issued rare 'Tornado Emergency' alerts as destructive tornadoes hit parts of Nebraska and Iowa Friday.

Selling Weight-Loss and Muscle-Building Supplements to Minors in New York is Illegal

It is illegal to sell weight-loss and muscle-building supplements to minors in New York.

Maine Governor Signs New Gun Laws, in Wake of Lewiston Shooting

Maine Gov. Janet Mills on Friday signed gun safety legislation that expands background check, criminalizes the transfer of guns to prohibited people, and expands mental health crisis care.

Department of Commerce Sets New Restrictions on Firearms Exports

U.S. Department of Commerce on Friday announced new restrictions on U.S. firearms exports.

Charges Revealed Against Former Trump Aide, 4 Lawyers in Arizona Fake-Electors Case

Authorities revealed Friday the charges filed against an ex-aide of former President Donald Trump, and four attorneys, in Arizona’s 2020 fake elector case.