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.
Lengthy, But Not Severe, Flu Season Ends in US
The U.S. influenza season appears to have concluded. It was lengthy, but not unusually severe.
Columbia Protesters at Impasse With Administrators, Will Continue Anti-War Camp
Columbia University students who sparked pro-Palestine demonstrations said Friday they have reached an impasse with administrators and intend to continue their encampment until demands are met.
Paramedic Who Injected Elijah McClain With Ketamine is Sentenced to Probation
A former paramedic who injected Elijah McClain with ketamine was sentenced to probation Friday, after his homicide conviction in the man’s death.
Alabama Bill Could Lead to Prosecution of Librarians
Alabama lawmakers on Thursday advanced legislation that could bring prosecution of librarians under the state's obscenity law for providing “harmful” materials to minors.
Minneapolis Reaches $150K Settlement with Witness of George Floyd’s Murder
The Minneapolis City Council has agreed to pay a $150,000 settlement to an eyewitness who tried to intervene to prevent George Floyd’s murder.
Salmonella Level in Frozen Chicken Products Must Be At Lowest Level, USDA Rule States
U.S. Department of Agriculture will require poultry producers to bring salmonella bacteria to an extremely low level in specific chicken products.
Fire Breaks Out on Historic San Diego Pier
A vacant restaurant at the end of a Southern California pier caught fire Thursday.
Biden Says He's 'Happy to Debate' Trump in Interview with Howard Stern
President Joe Biden said Friday that he is willing to debate his presumptive Republican opponent, Donald Trump, later this fall.
17 States Challenge Rule Allowing Workers Time Off For Abortion Care
A lawsuit on behalf of 17 states challenges federal rules entitling workers to time off related to abortions, calling the decision an illegal interpretation of the 2022 Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.
