Donald Trump's last appeal to avoid testifying is rejected

The Court of Appeals, New York's highest court, rejected former President Donald Trump's last-ditch effort to avoid testifying in the state attorney general's civil investigation into his business practices, clearing the way for his deposition in July.

House passes Senate bill providing security to Supreme Court justices' families

The bill comes after one man was arrested for allegedly plotting to kill Justice Brett Kavanaugh and protesters demonstrated outside the homes of justices.

Brittney Griner's detention in Russia extended for third time

U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner will remain in Russian custody through at least July 2 after her detention was extended for a third time.

Steph Curry defends wife: ‘Ayesha Curry CAN cook'

Steph Curry's t-shirt read "Ayesha Curry CAN cook," a jab at a Boston-area brewery that had storefront signs mocking his wife, Ayesha, and daughter, Riley.

Biden to visit 'pariah' Saudi Arabia and Israel next month

President Joe Biden plans to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who U.S. intelligence officials determined ordered the 2018 killing of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The Saudis say they look forward to welcoming Biden.

Elon Musk will speak to Twitter employees for first time at company meeting

Elon Musk will answer questions from Twitter employees amid some workers expressing concern about his purchase of the social media company.

Shaquille O'Neal unveils basketball court, 'Shaq Tower' in Newark

Newark celebrated new developments in recreation for kids as well as housing in downtown, all thanks to the involvement of NBA legend and Newark native Shaquille O'Neal.

New York expands abortion protections

Gov. Kathy Hochul said she was signing the landmark legislation to protect abportion providers and those seeking abortions because "reproductive rights are human rights."

John Cena surprises teen fan who fled Ukraine with his mom

“I think Misha and his mom are two great examples of how persistence can lead to joy even in the toughest of times,” the WWE wrestler said.

Second January 6 hearing: Trump 'detached from reality' over election, former AG Barr says

Trump’s closest campaign advisers, top government officials, and even his family testified during the second January 6 hearing, dismantling his false claims of 2020 voting fraud.

Evidence gathered by Jan. 6 panel enough to indict Trump, committee says

Members of the panel investigating Jan. 6 say they have enough evidence to show how former President Donald Trump intensified an extraordinary scheme to overturn Joe Biden’s victory.

New Mexico wildfires, enraged residents prompt Biden visit

Evacuations have displaced thousands of residents from rural villages with Spanish-colonial roots and high poverty rates.

Rudy Giuliani faces ethics charges over Trump election role

A disciplinary branch of the District of Columbia Bar says the former New York mayor must answer to professional ethics charges for his role in then-President Donald Trump's failed efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

Biden blames pandemic, Putin as high US inflation persists

In President Joe Biden’s estimation, the U.S. is in a strong position to overcome the worst inflation in more than 40 years. But so far, inflation just keeps getting the better of the U.S. economy and of the Biden administration.

U.S. Capitol riot: A look at far-right extremists from Jan. 6

Top leaders and members of the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers have been charged with seditious conspiracy in what authorities have described as an organized effort to subvert the election results and keep former President Donald Trump in office.

What we know about Trump's actions as Jan. 6 insurrection unfolded

A lot is known about where former President Donald Trump was, what he said, and how he reacted on Jan. 6. A portion of Thursday's hearing will address Trump’s actions that day.

NYC Mayor Adams testifies before Congress on gun violence

"We are facing a crisis that is killing more Americans than war," Adams testified. "I am here today to ask every one of you, and everyone in this Congress, to stand with all of us and end gun violence."

Summit of the Americas: Biden lauds democratic unity despite no-shows

President Joe Biden says democracy is an “essential ingredient” for the Western Hemisphere's future, an implicit rebuttal to leaders from around the world who boycotted the Summit of the Americas because authoritarians were not invited.