News

Dolly Parton's sister offers health update on country icon after fans worry over her call for prayers

One day after asking the world to pray for her sister as she continues to fight various health-related issues, Dolly Parton’s sister, Freida Parton, is clearing the air.

DHS head Kristi Noem rips country star Zach Bryan over his anti-ICE song lyrics

Country music artist Zach Bryan faced backlash from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem over his song snippet featuring lyrics about cops and ICE agents busting down Americans' doors.

Houthi rebels test US ceasefire with deadly strike on cargo ship

Houthi rebels attacked the Dutch vessel Minervagracht in the Gulf of Aden, killing one Filipino crew member and separately detaining United Nations humanitarian workers.

Joan Kennedy, wife of Sen. Ted Kennedy for 22 years, dead at 89

Joan Kennedy, the first wife of Sen. Ted Kennedy and last survivor of Camelot, died at the age of 89 on Wednesday, her family announced in a statement.

Disgraced gym teacher who repeatedly raped 15-year-old girl murdered in prison by convicted killer: police

Ernest Nichols, 60, who was behind bars for repeatedly raping a 15-year-old girl, was killed by an inmate in his North Carolina cell.

Man faces hate crime charges over 'hundred plus' explosives, threats outside cathedral ahead of SCOTUS event

Washington police allegedly found a man camped outside a cathedral with homemade explosives and writings showing animosity toward Catholics, Jews, and ICE officials.

Kushner joins Witkoff for Gaza ceasefire talks as Trump pushes peace plan: 'Cautiously optimistic'

President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner arrives in Egypt for Gaza ceasefire negotiations as part of Trump's 20-point peace plan efforts.

Megachurch founder finishes church's restoration process after stepping down due to undisclosed transgression

Dr. Tony Evans has fulfilled the church's restoration process after announcing he would step aside last year, but won't return to pastoring the church.

Country star Cody Johnson cancels entire 2025 tour after medical emergency requires immediate surgery

Country star Cody Johnson cancels all remaining 2025 tour dates after doctors discovered a ruptured eardrum, requiring immediate surgery.

Bill Belichick is 'working toward being the worst coach in college football history,' Paul Finebaum says

UNC head coach Bill Belichick suffered yet another humiliating loss as the Tar Heels fell 38-10 to Clemson, leading analyst Paul Finebaum to label his tenure an “abject disaster."

Getting Kids To Pick Up a Book

How Rams' Puka Nacua uses team's 'Breakfast Club,' veteran leadership to continue chasing greatness

In just his third NFL season, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua has emerged as one of the best at his position in the NFL, and veteran leadership has a lot to do with it.

Controversial Dem abruptly ends bonkers interview after repeatedly berating reporter: 'I don't care'

California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter walked off the set of an interview after objecting to follow up questions from a local reporter centered on gerrymandering.

Avalanche's Josh Manson scraps with Kings' Jeff Malott following huge hit in NHL opener

Los Angeles Kings winger Jeff Malott stepped up to spar with Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson after a huge hit delivered to Kings forward Warren Foegele.

Kentucky teacher accused of exposing herself to student during shower video chat to arrange sex

Krystal Sims allegedly exposed herself during a video chat with an underage student and planned to meet for sex, according to Barren County authorities.

Reporter's Notebook: Senate revotes today on ending government shutdown

The Senate will vote for a sixth time on competing Democratic and Republican plans to end the government shutdown as lawmakers worry about furloughed worker back pay.

How public probate records fuel inheritance scams

Scammers exploit probate filings to target grieving families with fake fees and debts, Kurt "Cyberguy" Knutsson reports.

Travis Kelce's mom wears Taylor Swift-themed hat during Chiefs' game against Jaguars

Donna Kelce was seen supporting her son and Taylor Swift before the Kansas City Chiefs took on the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday night at EverBank Stadium.

Vulnerable Harris-district Republican brings in more than $1M as Dems scramble to flip seat

Rep. Mike Lawler raised $1.1 million in the third quarter, ending with $2.3 million cash on hand as Democrats target the New York Republican in the 2026 midterms.

Government shutdown 101: We've been here before, here's what happens next

Government shutdowns have become more frequent as political brinkmanship defines budget negotiations, with the latest federal shutdown starting Wednesday morning.

Ozzy Osbourne never got over Black Sabbath firing prior to his death, daughter says

Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22, 2025, never getting over being fired from Black Sabbath in 1979, according to his new documentary "Ozzy: No Escape From Now."

'Sex and the City' star cops to 'mean girl' behavior with 'Blue Bloods' star

Kristin Davis apologized to Bridget Moynahan on her podcast for being unfriendly during "Sex and the City" filming because she internalized Charlotte's protective feelings toward Carrie.

Browns' Shedeur Sanders reacts to Joe Flacco trade: 'I’m just happy for him'

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders said Tuesday he was "happy" for Joe Flacco after the veteran was traded to the Cincinnati Bengals.

Joe Scarborough tells Dem candidate Jay Jones to leave race over violent comments against GOP lawmaker

Talk show host Joe Scarborough urged Virginia attorney general candidate Jay Jones to leave his race following a report exposing wishes for violence against a Republican lawmaker.

Trump says Chicago mayor, Illinois governor 'should be in jail for failing to protect' ICE officers

President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker should be jailed for failing to defend ICE officers.