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Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election
08/13/2026 9:52pm
A judge has dismissed Nevada's fake electors case. Thursday's decision marks the latest setback in swing states' efforts to prosecute six Republicans.
Tyson Foods will close or sell three US beef facilities as industry struggles
08/13/2026 4:59pm
Tyson Foods said it will close or sell three of its beef plants and packaging operation sites, including one in Eagle Mountain, further shrinking its beef footprint as a historic U.S. cattle shortage deepens.
Trump's vaccine plan would require millions of individual shots last used decades ago
08/13/2026 4:47pm
The biggest obstacles to President Donald Trump's order on vaccines may be the logistical challenges it poses for parents, health providers and drugmakers in the United States.
Trump administration accuses hospitals of improper billing over gender care for minors
08/13/2026 3:48pm
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services accused dozens of hospitals and healthcare providers on Thursday of improperly billing for gender-affirming care and referred them to the Office of Inspector General and the Justice Department for investigation.
Kennedy Center votes to restore Trump's name and close for 2 years, challenging a judge's order
08/13/2026 2:56pm
The battle over the Kennedy Center's future is escalating after President Donald Trump's allies on the board voted on Thursday to add his name to the building's facade — again.
Judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit alleging antisemitism at Harvard University
08/13/2026 2:42pm
A federal judge in Boston on Thursday dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit that accused Harvard University of turning a blind eye to harassment of Jewish students.
Iran, US make competing claims over control of Strait of Hormuz
08/13/2026 2:25pm
The Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management," the head of the Basij paramilitary unit said on Thursday, after President Donald Trump said the United States had control.
Trump sued over service that offers paid early access to Truth Social posts
08/13/2026 1:07pm
President Donald Trump was sued on Wednesday by media entities seeking to shut down a service that sells access to his posts, including some that can move markets, on Truth Social.
Lee, Warren find common ground on limiting stock buybacks for defense companies
08/13/2026 12:02pm
Sens. Mike Lee and Elizabeth Warren say Congress should codify a Trump executive order that has effectively limited some stock buybacks by large defense contractors.
Winning ticket for $1B Powerball jackpot was sold in Illinois
08/13/2026 11:37am
A Powerball ticket sold in western Illinois has won a $1 billion jackpot, though it's not clear if the winner has come forward yet.
Wholesale price inflation slows last month as gas, food costs fall
08/13/2026 11:03am
Wholesale inflation dropped last month as gas prices reversed some of their Iran war spike and other costs also cooled, a sign consumer inflation could grind lower in the months ahead.
Utah teen named winner in Trump's Patriot Games, receives 6-figure prize
08/13/2026 10:01am
Sixteen-year-old Rockwell Myers on Tuesday evening was named the winner among the male athletes who participated in the Patriot Games.
Tropical Storm Lala forms in Central Pacific; hurricane watch issued for Big Island of Hawaii
08/13/2026 9:04am
Tropical Storm Lala formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, leading to a hurricane watch being issued for the Big Island of Hawaii, forecasters said.
Judge postpones hearing on Tate brothers staying in custody as they fight extradition
08/13/2026 7:03am
A federal judge in Miami has postponed a hearing on whether social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate should remain in custody.
