11-year-old becomes police commissioner for a day
An 11-year-old Baltimore City schools student became Police Commissioner for a Day as part of a nonprofit’s program that offers a window into law enforcement.
Virginia voters approve redistricting plan that could boost Democrats’ seats in Congress
Virginia voters are deciding on a mid-decade redistricting plan that could help Democrats gain four more U.S. House seats.
FBI investigates at least 10 scientists tied to sensitive US research dying or disappearing

At least 10 scientists tied to sensitive U.S. research have died or disappeared in recent years, sparking a federal investigation
Facebook users shared a supposed video of Trump at Walter Reed hospital. It’s AI-generated
Two weeks after unfounded rumors said President Donald Trump suffered a health issue, social media users shared a video they said showed proof he was just taken to a hospital.
Sleep in a giant potato: Travelers flock to a quirky hotel for unique stays
You butter believe this spudtacular Idaho potato-inspired hotel is real, and that it is a-peeling to curious travelers. Take a closer look.
2026 Content Creator Camp Workshop Begins May 9th

2026 Content Creators Camp Workshop Begins May 9th!
Nebraska’s ICE detention facility still under capacity as construction continues
The director of the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services said Monday that the transition of a state facility in McCook into a federal immigration detention site has gone according to plan, though the so-called Cornhusker Clink isn’t yet running at full capacity.
Best of the best high school athletes honored at Winter Scholar Athlete Awards banquet
Fourteen athletes, representing eight different schools in the metro, were honored for excellence in the classroom and on the field of play.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel addresses photo controversy involving former NFL reporter
New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is addressing a controversy after photos surfaced showing him with NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort.
Bellevue Food Pantry preparing to expand its services now dealing with repeated vandalism
Break-ins damage future facility but organizers say construction timeline remains on track