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4-year-old boy dies after accidentally shooting himself in head: Heartbreaking tragedy

Monday, February 24 by ABC News

(DAVENPORT, Fla.) -- A 4-year-old boy named Chosen Morris has died after accidentally shooting himself in the head with a handgun he found in his parents' car, according to authorities in Florida.The "tragic accident" unfolded Friday evening as the Morris family prepared to go... Read More.

Haze or smoke on Delta plane forces passengers to evacuate via slides at Atlanta airport

Monday, February 24 by ABC News

(ATLANTA) -- Delta passengers were forced to evacuated via slides at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Monday after haze or smoke was observed in the plane, according to the airline and the Federal Aviation Administration.Delta Flight 876 was en route from Atlanta to Columbia,... Read More.

After clashes with AGs top aide, a White House liaison pushing loyalty to Trump at DOJ is reassigned: Sources

Monday, February 24 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- As the Trump administration continues to vet potential candidates for top posts within the Justice Department, a powerful White House intermediary has been pushing to hire candidates that exhibit what he called "exceptional loyalty" to Trump, and his efforts sparked clashes with... Read More.

More rain on the way after flash flooding slams Pacific Northwest

Monday, February 24 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A series of storm systems fueled by an atmospheric river brought flash flooding to the Pacific Northwest this weekend -- and more rain is on the way.The new system will bring more heavy rain, snow, gusty winds and the threat of... Read More.

Here are all the federal agencies where workers are being fired

Saturday, February 22 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- In the weeks since President Donald Trump has assumed office, more than 200,000 federal workers at more than a dozen agencies have had their roles eliminated.The mass culling stems in large part from efforts by Elon Musk and the newly formed Department... Read More.

Menendez brothers case: DA asks court to deny their petition for new trial

Friday, February 21 by ABC News

(LOS ANGELES) -- Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said he's asked the court to deny the Menendez brothers' habeas corpus petition, which aims to get a new trial or the case tossed out.Erik and Lyle Menendez filed the habeas corpus petition in... Read More.

DOGE wont get broad access to IRS personal taxpayer info, agreement states

Friday, February 21 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- A member of the DOGE team assigned to work at the IRS will not be granted broad access to Americans' personal tax information, according to an agreement obtained by ABC News that heads off a request that had sparked concern within the IRS.As... Read More.

Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio arrested at US Capitol

Friday, February 21 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Enrique Tarrio, the former chairman of the Proud Boys and who was recently pardoned by President Donald Trump, was arrested at the U.S. Capitol on Friday, according to authorities.Tarrio, according to the U.S. Capitol Police, allegedly struck a woman's phone and arm when... Read More.

Luigi Mangiones defense cites evidence concerns, no trial date set

Friday, February 21 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Alleged UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione is set to return to a New York City courtroom on Friday for a brief appearance in his state murder case.The afternoon appearance in Manhattan's State Supreme Court marks Mangione's first hearing since his arraignment... Read More.

Los Angeles removes fire chief in wake of massive wildfires

Friday, February 21 by ABC News

(LOS ANGELES) -- Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley has been removed by Mayor Karen Bass in the wake of the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires that killed dozens and destroyed hundreds of homes.Bass said on Friday that she removed Crowley because firefighters were... Read More.

3 shot dead outside drivers licensing office in Louisville, no known suspects: Police

Friday, February 21 by ABC News

(LOUISVILLE, Ky.) -- Three people were shot and killed in a parking lot outside a driver's licensing office in Louisville, Kentucky, on Friday, police said.A male victim died at the scene while two female victims died at a hospital, Louisville police said.No suspect is... Read More.

Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect found guilty of attempted murder

Friday, February 21 by ABC News

(MAYVILLE, N.Y.) -- A jury has convicted a New Jersey man for attempted murder in the 2022 stabbing attack on author Salman Rushdie while the author was on stage at a speaking event in upstate New York.Hadi Matar was found guilty of second-degree attempted... Read More.