US military launches anti-drug trafficking operation in Ecuador

The Pentagon did not specify what the new operations would entail or which groups they would focus on. A short video posted to social media by U.S. SOUTHCOM showed people boarding a helicopter.
Minnesota fraud probe heads back to House Oversight Committee as Walz and Ellison testify

The House Oversight Committee is hearing testimony from Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and state Attorney General Keith Ellison as part of the long-anticipated sequel to a tense January hearing over purported fraud rampaging the North Star State.
Watch: State senator gives emotional tribute to fallen Nebraska soldier on legislative floor

“Today, Bellevue, Sarpy County and all the Nebraskans, we wrap our arms around the friends and family of Sgt. Tietjens. We honor his sacrifice, the greatest sacrifice one can make for our nation.”
Toddler rescued after climbing into claw machine in Missouri

Three-year-old Patrick Campbell climbed into a claw machine in Missouri and was coaxed out by his father after posing for a photo.
A North Carolina state Senate race is separated by just 2 votes
A North Carolina state Senate battle is a heated one — and, with the two candidates separated by just two votes, is too close to call.
A son of Iran’s late supreme leader is a possible candidate to replace his father as conflict rages

Mojtaba Khamenei is believed to still be alive and has likely has gone into hiding as American and Israeli airstrikes continue to pound Iran.
Jeffrey Epstein ‘Walk of Shame’ emerges blocks from the White House

The display, resembling the Hollywood Walk of Fame, draws attention to prominent names that have appeared in the Jeffrey Epstein files
Sprawling investigation finds decades of sexual abuse among Catholic priests in Rhode Island

A new report says Rhode Island Catholic clergy abused hundreds of children for decades, while church leaders worked to downplay and minimize the scandal.
Gas prices rise again, crude oil prices ease amid conflict with Iran

Gas prices are up as conflict continues in Iran.
VIDEO: Florida deputy survives after body-worn camera struck by bullet

A body-worn camera may have saved the life of a deputy in Florida