Minnesota leaders condemn polarizing rhetoric in wake of tragic shootings

In the aftermath of the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, some lawmakers are taking heat for their divisive rhetoric.

Sen. Tina Smith confronts Sen. Mike Lee over MN lawmaker shooting comments

U.S. Sen. Tina Smith confronted Sen. Mike Lee of Utah on Monday over his social media posts that blamed the Minnesota lawmaker shootings on "Marxists."

Texas judge scolds 'World's Best Farter' in court

A Texas judge in Jefferson County called out a man for wearing a shirt that she deemed inappropriate for felony court.

'Zoey's Law' would limit police chases following tragic death of toddler

On Tuesday, Prince George’s County Councilwoman Krystal Oriadha is introducing a bill that would restrict a police officer’s ability to initiate a car chase.

NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested, released by ICE

Video posted to X shows immigration officials arresting Lander as he says, “I’m not obstructing." Officers appear to pin him against the wall while placing him in handcuffs.

Buc-ee's sues South Carolina clothing maker over trademark infringement

Texas-based convenience store chain, Buc-ee's, is suing a South Carolina clothing maker for trademark infringement over its iconic beaver logo.

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals hears Trump v. Newsom over use of National Guard

A panel of three appellate judges in San Francisco heard arguments by attorneys for President Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday, over whether the president has the authority to send in the National Guard to Los Angeles without the governor's consent. 

DC Heatwave: Will temperatures reach 100 degrees next week?

As the first day of summer approaches this Friday, we expect the first real blast of summer heat to arrive this weekend. Starting Sunday, a building ‘Bermuda High" will move into the mid-Atlantic region, sending temperatures soaring into the mid-to-upper-90s with heat indexes over 100 degrees much of next week.

Lawmakers shootings: Trump says calling Walz would ‘waste time’

Trump told reporters he wasn’t calling Minnesota’s governor Tim Walz after the lawmakers shooting, calling Walz “slick" and “whacked out" and saying a call would “waste time."

Vehicle stolen from George Foreman's Texas estate, woman arrested

A woman is in custody after being found in a vehicle reported stolen from the estate of the late boxing legend George Foreman, according to the Harris County Constable's Office.

DC Council set to vote on ‘Peace DC’ public safety legislation

The D.C. Council is scheduled to vote on the Peace DC measure, a follow-up to last year’s Secure DC legislation aimed at addressing public safety.

Downed tree closes Westland Middle School for second straight day

Westland Middle School remained closed for a second day on Tuesday after heavy rains brought down a massive tree onto the building, officials said.