2026 Patriot Games: Dates revealed, applications opened for national high school competition
The Patriot Games are coming Washington, D.C. in the first weeks of August.
The Patriot Games are coming Washington, D.C. in the first weeks of August.
New ranking reveals America’s most and least educated cities
America’s most educated workers aren’t spread evenly across the nation, they cluster in places that offer better job markets, higher wages and better lifestyle rewards for their degrees.
America’s most educated workers aren’t spread evenly across the nation, they cluster in places that offer better job markets, higher wages and better lifestyle rewards for their degrees.
American pride reaches lowest level in quarter century, poll finds
As the U.S. gears up for its 250th anniversary, a new poll reveals American national pride has plummeted to its lowest level in over two decades.
As the U.S. gears up for its 250th anniversary, a new poll reveals American national pride has plummeted to its lowest level in over two decades.
Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas; strict transport ban issued
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
JetBlue flight reports striking drone on approach to JFK Airport: FAA
A JetBlue Airways flight reported a midair collision with a drone while making its final approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport early Monday morning.
A JetBlue Airways flight reported a midair collision with a drone while making its final approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport early Monday morning.
Judge sets January 2027 federal trial date for Luigi Mangione
A federal judge in Lower Manhattan has officially set the trial date for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson more than a year and half ago.
A federal judge in Lower Manhattan has officially set the trial date for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson more than a year and half ago.
AI may spot deadly heart risk in a routine ECG
UC Berkeley researchers say a new AI model found a hidden ECG signal that could help doctors identify more people at risk before sudden cardiac death.
UC Berkeley researchers say a new AI model found a hidden ECG signal that could help doctors identify more people at risk before sudden cardiac death.
Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks 2026: Here's who’s performing
Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show in NYC will feature performances from Post Malone, Blake Shelton and more during its 50th anniversary show.
Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show in NYC will feature performances from Post Malone, Blake Shelton and more during its 50th anniversary show.
Long Island fireworks guide 2026: Best places to see July 4th shows
Long Island is preparing for Fourth of July fireworks shows across Nassau and Suffolk counties as the U.S. marks America’s 250th birthday in 2026.
Long Island is preparing for Fourth of July fireworks shows across Nassau and Suffolk counties as the U.S. marks America’s 250th birthday in 2026.
New Jersey fireworks guide 2026: Best places to see July 4th shows
Here's a NJ guide for local fireworks and where to watch the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks 2026 show.
Here's a NJ guide for local fireworks and where to watch the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks 2026 show.
New York City fireworks guide 2026: Best places to see July 4th shows
Firework shows are happening in NYC for the Fourth of July and, of course, America250. Check out a few more local spots where you can see some shows.
Firework shows are happening in NYC for the Fourth of July and, of course, America250. Check out a few more local spots where you can see some shows.
NYC hotel evacuated after bear spray incident; 8 people injured
Guests were suddenly evacuated from their hotel in New York City's Financial District Monday morning after police say Mace was sprayed inside.
Guests were suddenly evacuated from their hotel in New York City's Financial District Monday morning after police say Mace was sprayed inside.
New Jersey laws going into effect in July: What residents should know
Whether you commute on two wheels or need to take time off to care for a loved one, here is what you need to know about New Jersey's newest laws going into effect next month.
Whether you commute on two wheels or need to take time off to care for a loved one, here is what you need to know about New Jersey's newest laws going into effect next month.
New laws take effect in New York this July: Everything you need to know
As summer heats up, a slate of new regulations is set to make some changes across New York, starting next month.
As summer heats up, a slate of new regulations is set to make some changes across New York, starting next month.
Where to watch Macy's 4th of July Fireworks in Jersey City
The skies above the lower Hudson River will light up in a historic spectacle to celebrate America's birthday on the Fourth of July. Here is everything you need to know about the official Jersey City public viewing areas.
The skies above the lower Hudson River will light up in a historic spectacle to celebrate America's birthday on the Fourth of July. Here is everything you need to know about the official Jersey City public viewing areas.
Clive Davis funeral: Music world gathers in Manhattan to say goodbye to industry legend
Manhattan is preparing for a star-studded and emotional morning as the music industry gathers to pay their final respects to legendary executive Clive Davis.
Manhattan is preparing for a star-studded and emotional morning as the music industry gathers to pay their final respects to legendary executive Clive Davis.
Woman charged, 13 injured after motorcycle plows into crowd at Brooklyn park
A Sunday evening gathering turned chaotic when a three-wheeled motorcycle crashed into a crowd inside a Brooklyn park, leaving 13 people injured, including four in critical condition.
A Sunday evening gathering turned chaotic when a three-wheeled motorcycle crashed into a crowd inside a Brooklyn park, leaving 13 people injured, including four in critical condition.
NYC heat wave expected to bring 100-degree days ahead of July 4th
While Monday will offer relatively comfortable temperatures, the New York City area is bracing for a severe, multi-day heat wave that could see triple digits by the end of the week.
While Monday will offer relatively comfortable temperatures, the New York City area is bracing for a severe, multi-day heat wave that could see triple digits by the end of the week.
Motorcyclist strikes 9 pedestrians in Brooklyn park, leaving 4 critically injured
A motorcycle operator lost control of their vehicle and plowed into a crowd of pedestrians inside a public park Sunday evening, injuring nine people, authorities said.
A motorcycle operator lost control of their vehicle and plowed into a crowd of pedestrians inside a public park Sunday evening, injuring nine people, authorities said.
Bill Maher awarded Mark Twain Prize during Kennedy Center ceremony
Those who were looking forward to witnessing one of comedy’s biggest nights of the year on Sunday will get their chance late next month as the presentation of the 2026 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor returns to Netflix.
Those who were looking forward to witnessing one of comedy’s biggest nights of the year on Sunday will get their chance late next month as the presentation of the 2026 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor returns to Netflix.