House explosion north of St. Louis injures 3, destroys homes

Three people were injured Monday morning when a house exploded in unincorporated north St. Louis County, authorities said.

Water service restored to parts of Paterson after new main break

Another water main break in Paterson leaves 18,000 without service. The aging pipes add to residents’ frustration as boil advisories remain in effect.

No active shooter found at University of Arkansas, police say

Police at the University of Arkansas responded to multiple reports of an active shooter, but they said they didn't find a shooter or any victims.

Labor Day 2025: Last-minute trips in the New York City area

Whether you're looking for a day trip, quick overnight stay or three-day weekend, here are some last-minute trips to celebrate Labor Day around the New York City area.

How the Supreme Court has ruled on flag-burning laws

As President Trump signed an executive order this week cracking down on flag burning, here’s a look back at when flag burning and desecration have been challenged in the court of law.

Harjinder Singh: Nearly 2.5M people sign petition supporting driver accused in deadly Florida crash

A petition urging Florida officials to show leniency toward Harjinder Singh, an illegal immigrant truck driver accused of causing a crash that killed three people, has garnered nearly 2.5 million signatures as of Sunday afternoon.

SpaceX scrubs launch for Starship's 10th test flight

SpaceX is preparing for the tenth flight test of its Starship spacecraft from its Texas facility, with a launch window opening as early as Sunday evening.

Powerball grows to $750M

The next Powerball drawing is the 10th largest jackpot.

Another massive NJ water main break leaves some residents without water

Crews are responding to a 42-inch water main break in Paterson, just weeks after another massive break affected nearby residents.

Five killed in deadly New York tour bus crash identified

New York state police have identified the five people who died in a tour bus rollover crash that happened on Interstate 90 in the town of Pembroke, Genesee County, on Friday.

Bus crashes carrying Pennsylvania middle school football team

A school bus crashed Saturday morning that was transporting a middle school football team, according to a local report.

NYC Department of Correction investigating in-custody death in Rikers Island prison

The New York City Department of Correction is investigating the death of an individual who was found unresponsive in his cell at the George R. Vierno Center on Rikers Island early Saturday morning.

2 Long Island State Park beaches reopen after Hurricane Erin, local restrictions possible

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that swimming will resume at Jones Beach State Park and knee-level wading is now permitted at Robert Moses State Park. The reopening comes after rough surf and flooding from Hurricane Erin have "mostly subsided."