Ohio governor says ending property taxes could push state's sales tax to 20%

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says sales tax could jump to 20% to replace $24 billion in lost property tax revenue if a constitutional amendment passes.

Construction for Kingda Ka's replacement coaster underway at Six Flags

It's been nearly a year since the legendary Kingda Ka was demolished at Six Flags Great Adventure to make room for a new roller coaster. That mystery ride is now officially under construction.

New Jersey launches $5M plan for 2026 FIFA World Cup fan zones, festivals statewide

A new $5 million initiative will support fan zones, community watch parties and cultural festivals across New Jersey as the state prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium.

NJ hiker freezes to death climbing New York's tallest mountain with dog

An hours-long search ended in tragedy when a 21-year-old hiker was found frozen to death after slipping on New York's highest peak last week.

Joly’s Vinegar sold on Amazon recalled over labeling error posing deadly poisoning risk

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for Joly’s 80% Vinegar sold on Amazon due to the lack of required warning labels and first-aid treatment instructions that poses a deadly risk of poisoning.

Boyfriend of woman missing for weeks accused of dismembering her, sending disturbing messages from her phone

The boyfriend of missing woman Isadora Wengel has been accused of dismembering her body in North Dakota with tools he DoorDashed to his apartment before allegedly dumping her body across state lines.

Dog found tied, abandoned at Las Vegas airport; owner arrested at gate

A woman was arrested at Harry Reid International Airport on Feb. 2 after allegedly tying her dog to a baggage sizer at a JetBlue ticket counter and leaving it.

Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice sued by ex, accused of domestic violence

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is facing a new civil lawsuit in Dallas County alleging he repeatedly assaulted his former girlfriend over a two-year period.

Lake Tahoe avalanche: 8 backcountry skiers dead, 1 still missing

Nevada County Sheriff Shannan Moon said in addition to those who died, there were six people rescued, whose ages range from 30 to 55.

Drunk driver hits children, mom walking out of NJ preschool: Police

A New Jersey woman was charged with drunk driving after her car crashed into a preschool, hitting a woman and two young children as they were leaving.

Multi-agency federal effort cracking down on abusive dog breeders and dogfighting rings

A coordinated effort among multiple federal agencies is targeting repeat dog welfare violators to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and hold them accountable.

Dog poop in NYC: Melting snow leaves behind hidden health hazards

As snow from late January storms finally melts across the Northeast, residents in D.C., Philadelphia and New York City are confronting what had been buried underneath for weeks: dog waste left behind on sidewalks and streets.

Gateway Tunnel Project to resume after $127M funding release

Last week, a federal court ordered the Trump administration to resume $205 million in payments that had been frozen in October.

Watch: Store staff protect kidnapped woman from ex-boyfriend, police say

Video captured the harrowing moments a woman who was allegedly kidnapped by her ex-boyfriend, escape and then found safety inside of a convenience store.