Illegal fireworks in NY: Here's what it'll cost you

With Fourth of July weekend coming up, New Yorkers should be cautious of illegal firework penalties and firework-related-injuries.

How a Q-tip and spotless car linked Bryan Kohberger to quadruple murder

Detectives struck investigative gold in late 2022 when a used Q-tip linked Bryan Kohberger to the heinous murders of four University of Idaho students.

Bryan Kohberger's motive: What we know after guilty plea

Prosecutors laid out key evidence against Bryan Kohberger this week after he agreed to plead guilty to killing four University of Idaho students in 2022.

Seeing July 4th fireworks? Your weather forecast for the NYC area

The 49th annual Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Show in NYC is Friday, but will the weather cooperate? Here's a look at the forecast.

UMass Amherst student interning with Rep. Ron Estes killed in DC shooting

A student at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst who was in D.C. interning with the office of Kansas Rep. Ron Estes was killed in a triple shooting in Northwest on Monday, police say.

Wisconsin abortion ban, court strikes down 1849 law

The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state’s 1849 abortion ban in a decision released Wednesday.

Watch: South Carolina troopers lasso runaway pig on busy interstate

The adventurous swine brought traffic to a halt on Interstate 26 in Chapin, prompting trooper Matthew Bullard to respond to the scene.

Tennessee teens could lose driver's licenses as punishment for bullying

Tennessee students who bully their classmates – both in school or online – could lose their driving privileges as punishment thanks to a new law that took effect this week.

5-year-old girl on Disney Dream lost balance, fell through cruise ship porthole, sheriff says

A 5-year-old girl who fell overboard the Disney Dream cruise ship last weekend lost her balance on a railing and fell backwards through an open porthole and into the ocean below, according to the Broward County Sheriff's Office.

Jury reaches partial verdict in Diddy trial, stuck on top count

As of 4:36 p.m. the jury has reached a verdict on counts 2, 3, 4, and 5, but remains deadlocked on count 1, with the defense urging them to continue deliberating rather than deliver a partial verdict.

What is an Allen charge? Diddy trial may see rare legal move

The jury in Sean “Diddy" Combs’ federal trial has reached a partial verdict—but not on the most serious charge. Here’s what an Allen charge is, and why the judge may use it.

NYC fireworks displays 2025: Where to go to enjoy the show

Firework shows are coming to New York City for the Fourth of July. Check out a few more local spots where you can see some shows.

2025 4th of July fireworks: Top spots in New Jersey

A New Jersey guide for local fireworks and where to watch the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks 2025 show.

Alligator Alcatraz in Florida: Pictures, map, Trump's visit; what you need to know

President Donald Trump is in Florida on Tuesday to tour a new ICE detention facility housed in an old remote airport in the Everglades, dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz." Trump met Gov. Ron DeSantis on the tarmac ahead of the tour.

‘Big beautiful bill’ passes in Senate: What’s in it and what comes next

Senate Republicans brought Trump’s big tax breaks and spending cuts bill to passage - with a tie-breaking vote from Vice President Vance - after a rocky all-night session.

‘Alligator Alcatraz’ merchandise for sale by Florida Republicans

T-shirts, hats and beverage coolers touting ‘Alligator Alcatraz’, an ICE immigration detention facility being built in the Everglades, are for sale at the Florida GOP online store.