Mail volume has halved since Postal Service’s 2006 peak

Every year since 2006 — when total mail volume peaked — the Postal Service has spent more than it has earned.
Obama surprises WNBA All-Stars at their practice at his Presidential Center

Caitlin Clark was in awe after meeting former President Barack Obama after he surprised the WNBA All-Stars on Friday at his Presidential Center.
Tight security around location of rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner

The White House Correspondents’ Dinner is being held tonight at the Waldorf Astoria, three months after an alleged assassination attempt disrupted the original event.
Trump announces 10% and 12.5% tariffs on 60 US trade partners. Here’s a list of the countries

New Trump tariffs hit 60 trade partners, including some of the nation’s biggest trading allies, after the original reciprocal tariffs expired Friday.
64-year-old father of 5 graduates as a nurse, studying alongside his son

A 64-year-old father of five is now a registered nurse after returning to school and studying alongside his son.
Tony Romo arrested in Milwaukee on suspicion of operating under the influence

Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo was arrested on suspicion of operating while under the influence in Milwaukee, according to the sheriff’s office.
Omaha Children’s Museum holds Fairytale Ball event

“We have princes and princesses, and a scavenger hunt where you can make some magic potions”: The Omaha Children’s Museum holds indoor Fairytale Ball event.
Public defender proposes increase to ‘expert witness’ budget due to more mental evaluations

The Douglas County attorney and public defender highlight the growing role of mental health in court cases, with rising costs for evaluations and expert witnesses that are all funded by taxpayers.
Popular thyroid medication recalled nationwide, FDA warns
A nationwide recall has been initiated for levothyroxine sodium tablets. This commonly prescribed drug is used to treat hypothyroidism and goiter, among other conditions.
Northern West Bank in lockdown as clashes rock villages, Israel deploys troops

Israel deployed troops in the West Bank after clashes broke out Friday following the killing of an Israeli settler and violence that left two soldiers and four Palestinian villagers dead.