NTSB accuses Norfolk Southern of ‘unconscionable’ interference in East Palestine probe

The National Transportation Safety Board held a hearing in Ohio as it closed its investigation into the 2023 derailment and disaster in East Palestine

Section of home falls into raging river after Minnesota dam partially fails, video shows

A house next to the Rapidan Dam collapsed into a river Tuesday night as water flowing around the dam's structure undercut the riverbank.

Highland Park parade shooting suspect Robert Crimo III declines plea deal

Robert Crimo III rejected a plea deal in court on Wednesday that would circumvent a long jury trial. Initially his attorneys said he would accept the deal, but Crimo refused.

Section of home falls into raging river after Minnesota damn partially fails, video shows

A house next to the Rapidan Dam collapsed into a river Tuesday night as water flowing around the dam's structure undercut the riverbank.

The squad is put on notice after Bowman is trounced, Missouri member's nomination is up next

Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri is in the campaign spotlight, after the first member of the group of progressive and diverse House Democrats went down to defeat in a Democratic Party congressional primary.

Missouri woman becomes fifth victim in four days of Florida beach town's dangerous riptides

Five drownings within four days off the same area of Florida coast has officials warning what beach flags mean, and offering tips to stay safe this summer.

Popular Republican and Trump running mate contender makes first Senate endorsement in 2024 races

Republican Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, who's under consideration as former President Donald Trump's running mate, endorses former Rep. Mike Rogers in battleground Michigan's GOP Senate primary

Ex-principal sentenced in murder-for-hire plot in death of pregnant teacher girlfriend

Federal prosecutors sentenced a former Missouri middle school principal to two consecutive life sentences after he hired his friend to murder his pregnant girlfriend.

Life after death: Take a glimpse into the world of cryonics

Cryonics involves preserving human bodies at ultra-low temperatures in the anticipation that future science will one day revive them. Proponents and skeptics weigh in.

Missouri K-9 officer dies after being left inside hot car overnight: 'Tremendous loss'

A Missouri K-9 officer has died after being left inside a hot car overnight after completing his shift in Savannah, the police department confirmed.

Arkansas Supreme Court eliminates gender neutral option for state IDs

Arkansas will no longer allow residents to list their gender as "X" on state identification cards following a ruling from the state's Supreme Court.

Arkansas preacher who was shot while sharing gospel forgives gunman: 'We can't hold bitterness and anger'

Larry Oneal Walker was shot while preaching on a busy Arkansas intersection on June 2. He says he forgives the man who shot him as God forgives all of us for our sins.

Video shows Minnesota dam on verge of failure as residents remain on high alert

The Rapidan Dam in Mankato, Minnesota, is in imminent failure condition as water levels continue to rise and push debris toward the structure.

Wisconsin parents fuming after climate protesters strip down naked during public protest, official says

Wisconsin cyclists rode the streets of Madison naked in an annual event that riddled with controversy, with the a local official calling it 'evil.'

GOP Michigan rep accused of chasing an exotic dancer while brandishing a gun

Michigan state Rep. Neil Friske is at the center of a sexual assault investigation after allegedly chasing an exotic dancer while brandishing a gun this week.

Trump campaign expands operations in Minnesota, Virginia with opening of 'Trump Force 47' field offices

The Trump campaign confirmed to Fox News that it’s expanding operations in Virginia and Minnesota – two states that have voted reliably blue in recent presidential elections.

Wisconsin woman attempted to poison veterinarian husband with animal euthanasia drugs to steal assets: police

Amanda Chapin pleaded no contest on Friday to a charge of felony first-degree reckless endangering safety. She faces up to 12.5 years behind bars for poisoning her husband, 71.

Hawley calls to 'take the trans flag down' from federal buildings, have Christian CEOs put ‘America first'

Senator Hawley called for America to put Christianity back in the center of American culture, arguing that the far-left agenda is what should be removed from federal buildings.

Shooting outside Arkansas grocery store leaves 3 dead, multiple wounded, including 2 law enforcement officers

Three people were killed and eight others were wounded when a gunman opened fire outside of a grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas, on Friday.

Multiple injured in shooting outside Arkansas grocery store, witness says

Authorities in Arkansas are investigating a shooting that left multiple people injured outside of a grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas, Friday, a witness told Fox News Digital.

I am working hard to phase out my state's income tax. Here's why

I called a special session of the Arkansas legislature this week to cut taxes. Republicans and Democrats came together to make it happen.

Ohio man hospitalized after being struck by roller coaster: police

A 38-year-old man was taken to the hospital after officials said he was believed to have been hit by the Banshee roller coaster at Kings Island amusement park in Ohio.

Burgum touts 'much closer' relationship with Trump while stumping for former president in battleground state

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum touted his and his wife's relationship with former President Trump while stumping for him in Michigan on Thursday.

FBI identifies convicted serial rapist as suspect in cold-case national park double murder

The killer identified as responsible for murdering two women in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia died in prison in 2018, the FBI said.

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signs income, property tax cuts into law

Arkansas Gov. Sanders signed legislation cutting the state's top individual tax rate and the top corporate rate, the latest in a series of AR income tax cuts in recent years.

Judge halts Iowa attempt to take action against illegal immigrants

A federal judge blocked Iowa from enforcing penalties on illegal immigrants with deportation orders on Monday, arguing it was unconstitutional.

Chicago Teachers Union president raises eyebrows with claims about conservatives

Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates told a radio station host that conservatives do not want Black children to be able to read.

Alzheimer’s blood test achieves faster diagnoses, high accuracy at Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic has announced a new, non-invasive blood test that detects a protein in the brain that signals Alzheimer’s. Doctors discuss how it offers a convenient, less invasive diagnostic alternative.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announces reparations task force, blasts 'systemic racism' in Juneteenth speech

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said the city will establish a reparations task force while giving a Juneteenth celebration speech on Monday.

Trump pulls away from Biden in one-time swing state: poll

Former President Donald Trump holds an 18-point lead over President Biden in Iowa, according to a new poll in a one-time crucial general election battleground state that Barack Obama won twice

Michigan splash pad shooter identified as 42-year-old 'loner' going through 'mental health challenges'

Police say Michael Nash opened fire at a Michigan splash pad as two victims are identified as a couple who were protecting their young children.

'Super mayor' Tiffany Henyard faces yet another lawsuit amid ongoing federal investigations

Former Maintenance Manager Dwayne Thrash filed a lawsuit against Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard on Thursday, claiming that he was wrongfully terminated.

Cori Bush claimed her faith healing helped a sick toddler walk, healed woman's tumors

Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., claimed to have cured a woman of her tumors in her autobiography “The Forerunner: A Story of Pain and Perseverance in America."

Trump resurrects Biden's 'devastating' 1994 crime bill as he courts Black Detroit voters: ‘Super predators'

Former President Trump courted Black voters at a Detroit church this weekend, bringing up President Biden's controversial 1994 crime bill.

Judge overturns murder conviction of Missouri woman who spent more than 40 years in prison

A judge overturned the conviction of a Missouri woman who spent 43 years in prison for a 1980 killing that appears to point to a former police officer.

South Dakota bar snack chislic, rooted in pioneer tradition, enjoys modern American makeover

Chislic is a South Dakota bar-food tradition brought by Russian-German immigrants in the 1870s. The local delicacy is generating headlines today with a modern multicultural makeover.

'I-70 Strangler' remains mysterious Midwest boogeyman, but private investigator has theory

An Indiana serial killer who buried about 10,000 remains in his home is believed to be the faceless "I-70 Strangler," which started with a PI in 1977

Judge rules Missouri abortion ban did not aim to impose lawmakers' religious views on others

A judge in Missouri ruled that state lawmakers who passed an abortion ban were not seeking to force their religious beliefs on other state residents.

Multiple injured, including 2 children, in Michigan splash pad shooting; suspect dead by suicide: Authorities

A "random" shooting in Rochester Hills, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit, on Saturday left nine people injured, the Oakland County Sheriff's Office said.

Iowa Dem scrubbed anti-Trump tweets from X account to appear more moderate, Republicans charge

Lanon Baccam, Democratic nominee for Iowa's 3rd House district, deleted anti-Trump tweets from his X account to position himself as a centrist, Republican critics claim.

Minnesota dad told landlord he 'already dug a hole' before executing daughter's boyfriend for suspected abuse

Michael Laflex was sentenced to life in prison on Monday for the killing of his daughter's boyfriend Bryce Brogle. He suspected that Brogle was an abuser, witnesses told police.

Family hospitalized while getting their pool ready for summer

Three adults and two children were hospitalized in Ohio on Thursday after being exposed to chlorine being prepped for a swimming pool, according to reports.

Minnesota man who joined Islamic State group is sentenced to 10 years in prison

Abelhamid Al-Madioum, a 27-year-old Minnesota man who left the U.S. to fight for the Islamic State group in Syria, has been given a 10-year prison sentence.

'Total lie': Trump campaign, GOP lawmakers blast report claiming he called Milwaukee a 'horrible city'

Social media erupted into a frenzy on Thursday after a reporter claimed former President Trump blasted Milwaukee, home of the upcoming GOP convention, which Republicans immediately denied.

Ohio special election result could signal Democrat edge with key voter group: election expert

The special election for Ohio's Sixth Congressional District highlighted a growing trend of strength among "high-engagement" voters ahead of November's general election.

Indiana father who drove his truck into shallow river, let 2-year-old Emma Sweet drown gets 40-year sentence

Jeremy Sweet, 41, was sentenced to 40 years behind bars for driving his truck into a river on meth, causing 2-year-old Emma Sweet to drown.

Ohio boy swept away by waves while playing at the beach: police

Law enforcement in Ohio recovered the body of a 10-year-old boy who was swept away by a rip current while exploring a Lake Erie beach with his mother and a friend.

Michigan middle school coach caught on video allegedly choking 14-year-old student in hallway

A Michigan middle school teacher captured on video allegedly choking a 14-year-old student with a shirt has since been fired by the district.

Multiple deputies injured in gunfight with suspect in northwest Illinois town

Three Ogle County Sheriff's deputies were injured in a shooting near Lost Lake, northeast of Dixon, Illinois, on Wednesday afternoon, according to officials.

Navy vet running to unseat Minnesota Democrat says 'selfish' opponent 'not serious' about protecting Americans

A GOP Minnesota Senate candidates says Sen. Amy Klobuchar's silence about the southern border crisis and the economy shows she is "not serious" about protecting Americans.

NY Times columnist who supported Biden in 2020 encourages him to drop out of race: 'Sleepwalking to defeat'

Columnist Bret Stephens told President Biden that he should drop out of the race and let another Democratic leader beat former President Trump in the election.

Southern Baptists narrowly reject controversial ban on churches with women pastors

Delegates at the Southern Baptist Convention’s annual meeting have narrowly rejected a proposal to enshrine a ban on churches with women pastors in the denomination’s constitution.

North Dakota voters approve ballot measure setting age limit on US congressional candidates

North Dakota voters approved a ballot measure Tuesday that bars people from running or serving in the U.S. House or Senate if they are to turn 81 years old during their term.

Suspect in fatal Ohio toddler stabbing outside Giant Eagle was released just days before attack: report

Bionca Ellis, who is accused of fatally stabbing 3-year-old Julian Wood in North Olmsted, Ohio, reportedly was released by a judge three days before the attack.

Reds fan tased and arrested after running onto field and doing backflip in front of officer

A Cincinnati Reds fans was seen running onto the field at the Great American Ballpark and doing a backflip in front of an officer before being shocked with a Taser and arrested.

Embattled Dolton mayor Tiffany Henyard accused of 'politically targeting' town's own park district

Scandal-plagued Illinois "supermayor" Tiffany Henyard is facing yet another controversy involving allegations of politically targeting her town's own park district.

Biden admin turning this federal agency into a Dem get-out-the-vote machine

We have been investigating the electioneering efforts undertaken by the Small Business Administration (SBA), and what we have uncovered is already very troubling.

Trump-endorsed candidate wins Republican congressional primary in North Dakota

North Dakota Public Service Commissioner Julie Fedorchak won the GOP primary for the state's at-large congressional seat, beating out multiple challengers in the heavy red state.

Trygve Hammer wins Democratic congressional primary in North Dakota

The Associated Press projects Trygve Hammer will win the Democratic congressional primary in North Dakota's single congressional district.

Rep. Armstrong wins GOP nomination to succeed Gov. Doug Burgum in North Dakota

Rep. Kelly Armstrong, R-N.D., on Tuesday secured the GOP nomination for the North Dakota gubernatorial race. Gov. Doug Burgum is stepping down later this year.

House GOP's razor-thin majority gets a little wider with Ohio special election victory

Republican candidate Michael Rulli won the Ohio 6th congressional district special election to replace retired Republican Rep. Bill Johnson on Tuesday night.

Singer sues hospital, says staff thought he was mentally ill and wasn't member of Four Tops

Alexander Morris, the lead singer of the Four Tops, has filed a lawsuit against a Detroit-area hospital; Morris said they restrained him after refusing to believe he was part of the music group.

Condemned Missouri inmate is 'accepting his fate,' his spiritual adviser says

Missouri inmate David Hosier, a 69-year-old scheduled to be executed for the 2009 deaths of Angela and Rodney Gilpin, is 'accepting his fate,' according to his spiritual adviser.

Trump within striking distance of Biden in competitive blue-leaning state: poll

A new poll in longtime blue-leaning Minnesota shows a competitive race between President Biden and former President Trump in their 2024 election rematch.

Ohio suspect accused of killing toddler outside Giant Eagle smirks in court as dad looks on

Bionca Ellis, the suspect accused of fatally stabbing Julian Wood outside of a Giant Eagle grocery store in North Olmsted, Ohio, appeared to smile and smirk in court.

Crucial primary races to be decided Tuesday, setting up fight for balance of power

Voters in Nevada, North Dakota, South Carolina and Maine head to the polls on Tuesday June 11 to cast ballots in crucial House and Senate primary elections

12 injured in Wisconsin rooftop party shooting

Police in Madison, Wisconsin, are now reporting that at least a dozen people were injured following a rooftop party shooting early Sunday.

DePaul University fires biology professor over assignment about Israel-Hamas war

DePaul University says a part-time professor who injected politics and the Israel-Hamas war into her biology class has been let go from her position.

Porch pirate steals package in front of FedEx delivery driver in Ohio, video shows

A FedEx delivery driver was left stunned as he watched a porch pirate run up from behind and swipe a package he had just left in front of a door in Ohio.

Ohio sheriff fed up with crime stemming from border crisis calls for death penalty renewal

The sheriff of Ohio's Butler County, Richard Jones, blames President Biden for border policies that he said has left death and destruction in his community.

Kansas high school ‘assassin’ game ends with girl’s father allegedly shooting, paralyzing teen

A Kansas man is charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting a teenager, who, while playing a game of "senior assassin" outside a Walmart on May 11, targeted the suspect's daughter.

Cleveland City Hall closing Monday over 'cyber incident': officials

Cleveland City Hall will be closed on Monday after officials reported a "cyber incident," although the scope or nature of the incident has not been determined.

Illinois gov addresses scandal-ridden 'super mayor' Tiffany Henyard: We support investigations

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker addressed ongoing investigations into the Democratic Village of Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard over several allegations of corruption.

Indiana stepmom charged with neglect after girl, 5, found dead in a river

An Indiana stepmother has been charged with neglect after the body of a five-year-old girl was found dead in a river near a park boat ramp in the city of Vincennes.

Ohio bill would force rioters to pay for property damages: 'You break it, you fix it'

An Ohio state senator introduced legislation that would require rioters to pay for damages they caused while breaking the law, as anti-Israel protests continue across the U.S.

Indiana serial killer made concerning purchase before burying 10,000 pieces of remains at home: family friend

An Indiana serial killer, Herb Baumeister, is believed to have killed at least 25 people and buried over 10,000 pieces of human remains on his 18-acre property.

On this day in history, June 9, 1891, celebrated composer Cole Porter is born in Indiana

On this day in history, June 9, 1891, American composer Cole Porter was born in Peru, Indiana — and went on to great success as a writer of songs and lyrics for celebrated Broadway shows.

Freighter takes on water after hitting underwater object in Lake Superior: Coast Guard

A 689-foot freighter had to go back to port after it hit an underwater obstacle and started taking on water on Saturday, listing as much as 15 degrees.

Bag of cash doesn't stop jurors from convicting 5 defendants in $40 million food fraud scheme

A jury has convicted 5 residents of Minnesota and acquitted 2 others for their parts in a scheme to steal over $40 million from a program intended to feed children during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Indiana teen accused of murdering father, dumping body in river: police

Investigators in Indiana are continuing to search the White River for the body of Brandon Perry, who police allege was killed and dumped by his 17-year-old son.

GOP shores up Michigan effort as Dems lose Senate incumbent advantage

Republicans are investing early in Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers in the hope of flipping a formerly blue seat in the 2024 elections.

Tear-jerking graduation video reaches millions as kindergarteners 'transform' into senior class: 'I'm bawling'

Louisville, Ohio, kindergarteners "transformed" into graduating seniors in a viral video that captured the attention of millions of people across the globe.

Northwestern University accused of stonewalling anti-Israel unrest investigation by House panel

Rep. Virginia Foxx of North Carolina sent a letter to Northwestern University leaders, slamming what she called a failure to respond to lawmakers' questions on antisemitism.

MSNBC's Joy Reid calls Missouri a 'slave state' with women the property of their husbands and the government

MSNBC host Joy Reid argued that Missouri is like a slave state where women are ruled by their husbands and the government due to restrictions on abortion and divorce.

Nebraska baby born with cataracts has 3 eye surgeries to save her sight: ‘I just kept praying’

Madison Artale was diagnosed with cataracts at just 1.5 months old, and was in danger of losing her sight, until an advanced surgery saved her vision. The baby's family and doctor share the story.

Meet the American who 'won the war for us': Andrew Jackson Higgins, World War II New Orleans boatbuilder

Andrew Jackson Higgins, native of Nebraska, designed and built in New Orleans the famous amphibious landing craft used by the U.S. and Allies to fight and win World War II.

GOP candidate for swing House district once defended Chinese company in lawsuit

A Michigan Republican running for the U.S. House has previously worked to defend a Chinese Communist Party-tied company in court versus a Michigan-based company.

School boards group backs out of teacher exchange program amid ex-North Dakota lawmaker's charges

Months after an indictment was unsealed against former ND Sen. Ray Holmberg, a ND school boards organization returned more than $140,000 to the state and ceased its role in a teacher exchange program.

CFO of Detroit riverfront revitalization project charged with embezzling $40 million

William Smith faces federal charges alleging he embezzled some $40 million in funds intended for Detroit's riverfront revitalization project.

Rural South Dakota voters reject proposal to require hand-counting of ballots

Voters in South Dakota's rural Gregory, Haakon and Tripp counties have rejected proposals to require that ballots be hand-counted in future elections.

Wisconsin warden and eight staff members charged following probes into inmate deaths

Following the deaths of 4 inmates, a Wisconsin prison warden has been charged with misconduct in public office; 8 staff members face charges of inmate abuse.

Judge reveals another twist in the case of Michigan viral Zoom video driver who pleaded clerical error

A Michigan man arrested last week for driving with a suspended license during a court hearing never had one issued, officials said.

Ohio couple's son, 17, got over 200 Instagram messages in 19-hour sextortion 'nightmare' that led to suicide

Tamia and Tim Woods of Ohio are trying to raise awareness about sextortion on social media after they lost their son to suicide in 2022 after he got caught up in a sextortion scam.

Small businesses accuse Missouri city of forcing them out with baseless blight label to score lucrative deal

Three small businesses in Brentwood, Missouri, accused the city of making a baseless blight designation to replace longtime businesses with a massive redevelopment to make big bucks.

Ohio couple's son, 17, got over 200 Instagram messages in 19-hour sextortion 'nightmare' that led to suicide

Tamia and Tim Woods of Ohio are trying to raise awareness about sextortion on social media after they lost their son to suicide in 2022 after he got caught up in a sextortion scam.

Rep. Miller-Meeks beats back conservative primary challenge in Iowa race

Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks fought off a conservative primary challenge after amassing a significantly larger war chest than her opponent ahead of a close race in November.

Rep. Feenstra wins primary challenge in Iowa race after fending off conservative challenge

Rep. Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa, survived a primary challenge on Tuesday evening in one of the safest Iowa seats for Republican lawmakers.

$3.5M settlement reached with family of Iowa State student who died in rowing accident

Officials agreed Tuesday to a $3.5 million payout for the family of Iowa State University student Yaakov Ben-David, who died over three years ago in a rowing accident.

Kansas City police funding amendment to make August appearance on Missouri ballot

Missourians will vote in August on a proposed constitutional amendment that would require Kansas City to allocate more money toward policing.

Three boys discover rare T.rex fossil in North Dakota

Three young boys discovered a Tyrannosaurus rex fossil nearly two years ago, and this summer their find will be featured in a documentary while a museum continues work to fully uncover.

Man who went viral for driving during virtual court hearing for suspended license reportedly vindicated

A Michigan man has been vindicated after his driver's license suspension was actually rescinded but never updated in the court system, according to reports.

Bodies of missing Minnesota fishermen pulled from Boundary Waters

The bodies of missing fishermen Melvin Grams and Jesse Haugen, who went over a waterfall in Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, have been found.

Woman believed dead found alive at Nebraska funeral home

A Nebraska woman was discovered to be alive Monday after she was pronounced dead and transported to a funeral home, authorities said.

Rare snake-like fish that breathes air caught in Missouri for fourth time: 'Aggressive predators'

A rare, snake-like fish that is able to breathe air and slither across the ground has been caught in Missouri. Officials advise calling authorities if you come across this species.

Underwater explorer diving on 'newly found shipwreck' discovered dead in Lake Erie, authorities say

An Ohio man suffered a fatal diving accident while diving on a "newly found shipwreck" in Lake Erie. David VanZandt's body was recovered by authorities on Saturday.

3 South Dakota counties to vote on returning to ballot tabulation by hand

Three rural South Dakota counties are set to vote Tuesday on whether they will return to counting ballots by hand, an initiative based on concerns stemming from machine tabulation.

Ohio shooting leaves 1 dead, dozens more wounded: Police

One person is dead and at least 26 others are wounded following a mass shooting overnight in Akron, Ohio. No suspect has been taken into custody.

Balance of Power: Messy GOP primaries could boost Democrats in swing state races

Despite Republicans' best efforts, Nevada and Michigan Republicans are competing in crowded and messy primaries ahead of the November elections.

Indiana serial killer's 18-acre property littered with 10,000 human remains still hides secrets

An Indiana serial killer, Herb Baumeister, is believed to have killed at 25 victims and buried over 10,000 human remains throughout his property

Heart-pounding video shows bear chase dog, then Minnesota woman in driveway: 'Lunged at me'

A bear chased a Maple, Grove, Minnesota, woman's dog and then her after they happened upon the wild animal rummaging through the trash outside of her home.

Brentwood blight: How a Supreme Court case allowed governments to seize property on behalf of developers

Business owners and attorneys say local governments across the country are using vague and often subjective blight designations to justify seizing private property.

Kansas Constitution doesn't include right to vote: state high court majority

The Kansas Supreme Court released a majority opinion Friday suggesting that the state Constitution's Bill of Rights does not include a right to vote.

Minneapolis neighborhood shooting leaves at least 3 people dead, including officer, authorities say

Police said that three people are dead, including a police officer, and three others injured after a gunman opened fire in a neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Noose used in largest-ever US mass execution will be returned to Minnesota tribe

The Minnesota Historical Society has announced its intent to return the Mankato Hanging Rope, used in the largest mass execution in U.S. history, to a Dakota tribe.

Kansas Gov. Kelly to call special legislative session over tax cuts

Democratic Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly announced Wednesday her intent to call a special legislative session on tax cuts, which is set to begin June 18.