'Rogue' US DEA agents are operating illegally on Bahamian soil, ambassador says

The Bahamas accused DEA agents of operating illegally on its soil ​and raised the issue with the Trump administration last week, the country's ambassador to the U.S. told Reuters.

Energy Department will spend $2B to squeeze more electricity from the aging power grid

The Energy Department said that it will spend almost $2 billion to try to squeeze more electricity out of the nation's aging and stressed power grid.

Senate Republicans split on Curtis' request to subpoena Trump Jr., Hunter Biden

Congressional Republicans are split on whether to back Sen. John Curtis' request to subpoena Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden.

California sheriff unlawfully seized over 650,000 ballots and must return them, state Supreme Court rules

The California Supreme Court ruled Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco violated state election law by ordering his deputies to seize more than 650,000 ballots tied to the Proposition 50 special election.

Man who was shot during 2024 Trump campaign rally in Pennsylvania has died

James Copenhaver, one of three campaign rally attendees shot in 2024 during an assassination attempt on then-candidate Donald Trump, has died.

'Catman' to the rescue, as man pulls stuck Long Island pet to safety after long ordeal

He doesn't wear a mask or a cape, but John DeBacker is a hero to one family on Long Island. He pulled off an intricate rescue of the family's cat, Lola, who had been trapped for about five days.

8 sailors in Lincoln carrier group attempted suicide on extended deployment, Navy leader says

The Navy's top civilian leader said eight sailors from the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group attempted suicide during an extended deployment to support the Iran war.

Members of the public can report visa fraud or abuse with new online tool

The Trump Administration has created an online tool that the public can use to report visa fraud or abuse.

Las Vegas officials want more people to visit. Here's how they're doing it

Las Vegas officials are bringing back a citywide promotion featuring more than 180 limited-time travel discounts across the Las Vegas strip, downtown, and surrounding resorts.

Police officers in Indianapolis are accused of abusing Flock camera system

Four police officers and a former officer in Indianapolis are accused of abusing the department's Flock camera system.

USPS releases mailing deadlines for holiday shoppers

The United States Postal Service wants to help customers mail their holiday packages in a timely manner, so it announced a few deadlines.

US and Iran discuss phased deal to reopen strait, end US blockade, sources say

U.S. and Iranian negotiators in New York are exploring a phased path out of war that would involve Tehran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and Washington lifting its economic blockade of Iran.

Lee again pushes voter ID on Senate floor, as California senator blocks it

Utah Sen. Mike Lee and Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., took to the Senate floor on Wednesday to debate the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility, or SAVE, Act.

At UN, Netanyahu defends Israel as delegates storm out

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday mounted a forceful defense of Israel's actions in the region at the United Nations as dozens of delegates streamed out.

What Republicans want — and don't want — to see from Trump's meeting with Chinese president

President Donald Trump is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in a three-day state visit this week, Xi's first since 2023. What do Republicans want to see out of the meeting?

Powerful Hurricane Polo drenches Mexico's coast from offshore as Nolo nears Hawaii

Powerful Hurricane Polo is sending bands of heavy rain across Mexico's Pacific coast as Tropical Storm Nolo approaches Hawaii with the potential for catastrophic flooding.

Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 197,000, lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain rare

Fewer people applied for unemployment benefits last week, as jobless claims remain at historically low levels and most Americans enjoy job security.

FDA nominee Overton says all vaccines safe as senators press on shots, abortion, vaping

Dr. Heidi Overton, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the embattled FDA, told senators on Thursday that all vaccines are safe and effective during a contentious confirmation hearing.

Senate rejects Democratic-led resolution to curb Trump's Iran war powers

The Senate on Thursday narrowly rejected a resolution demanding President Donald Trump end the war in Iran or seek congressional authorization.

Trump-Xi summit in Washington begins with great fanfare but low expectations

President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the White House on Thursday for a lavish state summit expected to be heavy on symbolism but light on substance.

Tiny worms may help doctors treat human brain disease

Scientists are studying a tiny worm for clues that may help treat brain diseases in humans one day.

White House reinstates access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico following judge's order

The White House said on Thursday it has reinstated journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico after a federal judge deemed President Donald Trump's ban of the news outlets likely unconstitutional.