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A single White House briefing helped push an unapproved autism therapy into clinics before the science was settled. At a Glance Prescribing of leucovorin for autism rose nationwide after a 2025 White House briefing. Small trials show signals in language and social scores, often in select subgroups. Pediatrics leaders say evidence is too limited for […]
A 42-year-old mother was found stabbed to death near a Great Falls trail, and police say a 19-year-old has been arrested within days of the killing. Story Snapshot Fairfax County Police arrested a 19-year-old in the fatal stabbing of Carmen Lizet Puch. A jogger found Puch near her car in a gravel lot off Georgetown […]
ABC and Disney asked a federal judge to stop what they call an unusually early Federal Communications Commission license review that targets their news speech, raising a First Amendment fight with real stakes for every broadcaster. Story Snapshot ABC and Disney filed a First Amendment suit to halt an FCC early license review of eight […]
Hidden-camera clips from Minnesota polling places sparked a statewide fight over a legal rule that lets one registered voter “vouch” for up to eight neighbors’ addresses on Election Day. Story Highlights State law allows “vouching” to prove a new voter’s address in the same precinct. Videos show workers saying no photo ID is needed when […]
President Trump signaled he may reopen direct contact with Kim Jong Un and said the Korean Peninsula is getting “safer,” even as the United States scales back joint drills with South Korea. Story Snapshot Trump hinted at fresh talks with Kim and claimed his ties are making the region safer. South Korea’s president said Trump […]
A New York judge paused Luigi Mangione’s state murder trial after his federal guilty plea sparked a double jeopardy fight that could end the case. Story Snapshot Judge postponed the state murder trial indefinitely while double jeopardy claims are litigated. Mangione pleaded guilty in federal court and then moved to dismiss the state case under […]
Reports say President Trump warned Oman to keep the Strait of Hormuz open or face U.S. force, drawing a bright line against any deal that limits free passage. Story Highlights Multiple outlets reported Trump said Oman must “behave” or risk being “blown up.” Coverage tied the warning to talks about tolls or joint control in […]
State officials say at least six Hoosiers are dead after days of destructive storms and record floods across Indiana. Story Snapshot Indiana reported six storm-related deaths across multiple counties. Governor Mike Braun declared a statewide disaster emergency and mobilized the National Guard. President Trump approved an emergency declaration to unlock federal aid. Rescues, evacuations, and […]
As floodwaters rose to record levels, President Trump approved emergency aid for Indiana while officials confirmed multiple deaths and urgent rescues across the state. Story Snapshot Indiana officials reported at least five storm-related deaths as floods and winds hit multiple counties. President Trump approved an emergency declaration, opening federal assistance to the state. Indianapolis crews…
Bill Maher turned a $20 burrito into a gut check on what “affordability crisis” really means — and he brought receipts. Story Snapshot Maher argued wages beat food inflation and called Gen Z wealth gains real, not hype. Critics counter that rent, debt, and housing costs crush buying power, not groceries. Federal Reserve-linked data shows […]
A veteran ABC News field producer has sued, alleging CBS correspondent Matt Gutman sexually harassed her and ABC fired her after mental-health struggles. Story Snapshot A Los Angeles lawsuit names Matt Gutman, ABC News, and The Walt Disney Co., alleging two on-the-job sexualized remarks. The plaintiff, a former ABC field producer, also claims wrongful termination […]
A Veterans Affairs physician says he lost his job and a later offer because he refused to take part in abortion-related care, raising fresh questions about whether federal promises to protect conscience rights match what happens on the ground. Story Snapshot A doctor alleges Veterans Affairs leadership forced a choice between faith and job, then […]