Alleged gang member sentenced to prison in illegal firearms case
An alleged gang member was sentenced to prison in an Omaha illegal firearms case after deputies found multiple guns and open alcohol containers during a traffic stop.
Senate confirms Erica Schwartz to lead the CDC
Dr. Erica Schwartz is now the CDC’s 22nd leader after Senate confirmation, ending nearly a year without a confirmed director.
Fuego volcano activity that triggered evacuations in Guatemala is decreasing, but risks remain
Guatemalan authorities say activity at the Fuego volcano is gradually decreasing after it began two days ago.
Mexican TikTok influencer shot dead during livestream
Mexican influencer César Gastélum was shot dead on Tuesday while livestreaming in front of a fast-food restaurant in the northwestern Mexican city of Culiacán, according to authorities.
Preakness Stakes to be held on a Sunday in Triple Crown first
A big change is coming to horse racing’s Triple Crown, with the Preakness Stakes moving to three weeks and a day after the Kentucky Derby and being run on Sunday for the first time.
Perez Hilton hospitalized after appearing to harm himself on a livestream
Police responded to the Florida home of Perez Hilton after receiving reports that the celebrity gossip blogger appeared to be harming himself on a livestream.
Trump-backed House candidate in Michigan loses to opponent who dropped out
With Trump’s backing and one rival out of the race, Amir Hassan appeared well positioned to win. Instead, he lost by double digits.
Council Bluffs police seek help finding 44-year-old man
Have you seen him? Council Bluffs police say a 44-year-old man was last seen leaving his residence.
Spokane bootmaker opens its headquarters as ‘recharge station’ for firefighters
A Spokane boot company is stepping up to support firefighters on the front lines of Washington’s wildfires.
Man tells deputy he flew helicopter to store to avoid the drive
A Wisconsin man decided to avoid a 50-minute drive to a Cabela’s store. Instead, he flew his helicopter there.