Minnesota man gets 2 life sentences for killing Democratic lawmaker and her husband
The Minnesota man who pleaded guilty to killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband was sentenced to spend the rest of his life in prison on Thursday.
House again passes resolution seeking to halt Iran military action as some Republicans defect
The House on Thursday narrowly passed a largely symbolic resolution to halt U.S. military action in Iran after a handful of Republicans voted with Democrats.
US on track to have historically low number of homicides in 2026, report says
A new report shows an 18% decrease in the homicide rate across 30 American cities from 2025 compared to the same period in 2026.
Daylight saving time bill faces challenges in the Senate
The push for year-round daylight saving time faces strong headwinds in the Senate, with one key Republican warning the bill won’t “see the light of day.”
Crime Stoppers: Omaha police search for leotard-wearing suspect in parking garage theft
In the video, the man is seen breaking into a parking garage cash machine while wearing a skin-tight outfit.
Douglas County authorities investigate crash that sent one person to the hospital via helicopter
One person was killed and another injured in a crash on Wednesday in Douglas County.
New cyclospora outbreak under FDA investigation as US cases rise
The FDA is investigating a new cyclospora outbreak with 72 cases as U.S. reports climb.
Global oil prices jump above $100, first time since late May
Brent crude reaches $100.72 a barrel for first time since late May as disruption in the Middle East continues.
House Republican says Smith may have lied about Trump probe, refers him for possible prosecution
A key Republican lawmaker says he believes that special counsel Jack Smith may have lied to Congress while testifying about his investigation of President Trump.
Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall in Louisiana and moves toward Texas
Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall in Louisiana and was southwest of New Orleans while moving west toward Texas Thursday morning.