U.S. News

Latest U.S. Headlines

30 minutes ago

Multiple tornadoes reported in Mid-Atlantic, fallen tree kills 2-year-old in Michigan

June is one of the busiest tornado months in the Mid-Atlantic.
30 minutes ago
In this aerial view, a home is crushed by a fallen tree knocked down by a tornado in the Olde Towne neighborhood, June 6, 2024, in Gaithersburg, Md.
3 minutes ago

102-year-old veteran marks 80th D-Day anniversary

Army medic Sgt. Andrew “Tim” Kiniry joined a group of other WWII vets in Normandy, France, to mark the solemn anniversary.
3 minutes ago
VIDEO: 102-year-old veteran marks 80th D-Day anniversary
1 hour ago

WWII vet's granddaughter honors grandpa on D-Day

John Pempek, one of the veterans who helped secure the victory on D-Day, got a special surprise from his granddaughter, Brooke Harding, who is working in Ukraine to defend freedom once again.
1 hour ago
VIDEO: WWII vet's granddaughter honors grandpa on D-Day
2 hours ago

New charges against Rex Heuermann paint a timeline of murders from 1993 to 2010

Heuermann was charged Thursday with the murders of two additional women, bringing his total number of alleged killings to six.
2 hours ago
VIDEO: New charges against Rex Heuermann paint a timeline of murders from 1993 to 2010
2 hours ago

Son of General Creighton W. Abrams remembers his father on 80th anniversary of D-Day

Abrams commanded the 37th Tank Battalion in the 4th Armored Division.
2 hours ago
VIDEO: Son of General Creighton W. Abrams remembers his father on 80th anniversary of D-Day
2 hours ago

World War II veteran dies during trip to attend D-Day 80th anniversary in Normandy

Robert "Al" Persichitti" died Friday morning "while on a trip" to attend the celebration of the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
2 hours ago
VIDEO: World War II veteran dies during trip to attend D-Day 80th anniversary in Normandy
2 hours ago

Starliner spacecraft successfully docks with ISS

The astronauts are now expected to spend one week aboard the ISS and will evaluate Starliner and its systems.
2 hours ago
VIDEO: Starliner spacecraft successfully docks with ISS
3 hours ago

Boeing's Starliner successfully docks at ISS after helium leaks, thruster issue

NASA said two of the helium valves have been closed.
3 hours ago
The United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket with Boeing's CST-100 Starliner spacecraft launches from Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on June 5, 2024.
3 hours ago

New disturbing details emerge as Gilgo Beach suspect charged in 2 more murders

Rex Heuermann, a New York City architect, was arrested last July.
3 hours ago
Alleged Gilgo serial killer Rex Heuermann, center, inside courtroom at Suffolk County Court in Riverhead on Thursday, June. 6, 2024. His attorney, Michael J. Brown is at left.
4 hours ago

Judge orders ex-Trump adviser Steve Bannon to report to prison by July 1

Bannon was sentenced to four months in prison for contempt of Congress.
4 hours ago
Steve Bannon, former adviser to Donald Trump, during the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, Md., Feb. 24, 2024.
4 hours ago

Steve Bannon on prison sentence: ‘Nothing will shut me up’

Judge Carl Nichols has ordered former Trump adviser Steve Bannon to surrender to prison by July 1, revoking his bail.
4 hours ago
Judge Carl Nichols has ordered former Trump adviser Steve Bannon to surrender to prison by July 1, revoking his bail.
4 hours ago

Starliner spacecraft in holding pattern before docking with ISS due to helium leaks

Four of the reaction control system thrusters failed on the service module, but they were able to get two of the thrusters firing again.
4 hours ago
VIDEO: Starliner spacecraft in holding pattern before docking with ISS due to helium leaks
June 06

Dangerous heat wave hits California, Arizona, Nevada and more: What to know

There are hundreds of deaths each year in the U.S. due to excessive heat.
June 06
A billboard shows the current temperature over 100 degrees on June 05, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona.
June 06

Investigation timeline of Gilgo Beach murders

A suspect was arrested nearly 13 years after the discovery of the first victim.
June 06
An aerial view of police cars near where a body was discovered in the area near Gilgo Beach and Ocean Parkway on Long Island, April 15, 2011, in Wantagh, New York.
June 06

National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
June 06
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
June 06

Alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer charged with 2 additional murders

Rex Heuermann is now charged with the 2003 murder of Jessica Taylor and the 1993 murder of Sandra Costilla, bringing the total to six.
June 06
VIDEO: Alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer charged with 2 additional murders
June 06

Lethal Love: Domestic abuse survivors on importance of gun control

As the Supreme Court prepares to rule on U.S. v. Rahimi, ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with survivors and delves into the implications of putting guns back in the hands of domestic abusers.
June 06
VIDEO: Lethal Love: Domestic abuse survivors on importance of gun control
June 06

Flamingo spotted in Massachusetts in potentially unprecedented event

If verified, a recent flamingo sighting in Massachusetts would mark the first time a wild flamingo has been seen in the state, one expert said.
June 06
If verified, a recent flamingo sighting in Massachusetts would mark the first time a wild flamingo has been seen in the state, one expert said.
June 06

Gilgo Beach suspect linked to 2 additional deaths, law enforcement sources say

Investigators searched Rex Heuermann's home as recently as May. Authorities also searched a wooded area on Long Island in April as part of the investigation, according to law enforcement sources.
June 06
Investigators searched Rex Heuermann's Long Island home as recently as May. Authorities also searched a wooded area on Long Island in April as part of the investigation, according to law enforcement sources.
June 06

Severe weather impacting Maryland with tornado warnings across several counties

Several counties in Maryland are under tornado warnings tonight, with damage from the storms already reported in Montgomery County.
June 06
Several counties in Maryland are under tornado warnings tonight, with damage from the storms already reported in Montgomery County.
June 06

4 firefighters injured battling 60-acre wildfire in Napa County, Cal Fire says

The Crystal Fire was about 65% contained Wednesday evening, officials said.
June 06
A firefighter with Cal Fire battles the Crystal Fire in Napa County in a screengrab from a video released on Wednesday, June 5, 2024.
June 05

Sea turtles interact in rare sighting off the coast of Florida

A pair of loggerhead turtles were spotted meeting up by a drone photographer off the coast of Florida.
June 05
VIDEO: Sea turtles interact in rare sighting off the coast of Florida
June 05

ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Gunman attacks U.S. Embassy in Beirut; inside the smuggling operation of one of Mexico's cartels; domestic abuse survivors on the importance of gun control; comedian Lewis Black on "Inside Out 2."
June 05
VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, Jun 5, 2024
June 05

Strong winds send debris and sparks flying amid tornado warning in Maryland

Officials in Maryland said they were working to rescue people trapped inside at least three collapsed structures after a tornado touched down on Wednesday in Montgomery County.
June 05
VIDEO: Strong winds send debris and sparks flying amid tornado warning in Maryland
June 05

Flamingo spotted in Massachusetts in potentially unprecedented event

The unexpected visitor was captured at Chapin Beach in Cape Cod.
June 05
A flamingo is seen in Massachusetts' Cape Cod, at Chapin Beach in Dennis, June 2, 2024.
June 05

Timeline: Hunter Biden under legal, political scrutiny

Prosecutors have been investigating the president's son since 2018.
June 05
Hunter Biden departs federal court after a plea hearing on two misdemeanor charges of willfully failing to pay income taxes in Wilmington, Del., July 26, 2023.
June 05

By The Numbers: Rising commute times in US

A look at America's increasing commute times as we shift how we work and where we live.
June 05
VIDEO: By The Numbers: Rising commute times in US
June 05

El Paso mayor addresses migrant crisis at the border

Mayor Oscar Leeser speaks with ABC News' Linsey Davis about El Paso's responsibilities as a border city and how asylum processing will change after Pres. Biden's executive actions.
June 05
VIDEO: El Paso mayor addresses migrant crisis at the border
June 05

Inside the business of human smuggling at the border

ABC News' Matt Rivers reports on the lucrative human smuggling business at the U.S.-Mexico border and gets exclusive access to a cartel's operation.
June 05
VIDEO: Inside the business of human smuggling at the border
June 05
A pride flag is flown in the first half between the Colorado Rapids and Minnesota United at Dick's Sporting Goods Park, in Commerce City, Colorado, on May 25, 2024,
June 05

Viral video puts spotlight on shopping cart etiquette

Dr. Leslie Dobson sparked a debate over shopping cart returns. The Panel weighs in on the California mom's video of her refusing to return carts to the store.
June 05
VIDEO: Viral video puts spotlight on shopping cart etiquette
June 05

Hunter Biden's ex-wife takes the stand in gun trial

Plus, there's dissent on Capitol Hill over an invitation to Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to speak before Congress.
June 05
VIDEO: Hunter Biden's ex-wife takes the stand in gun trial
June 05

4 big takeaways from Day 3 of Hunter Biden's federal gun case

Hunter Biden's ex-wife and former girlfriend both testified Wednesday.
June 05
Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, joined by his his wife Melissa Cohen Biden, arrive to the J. Caleb Boggs Federal Building on June 5, 2024 in Wilmington, Del.
June 05

Giant, 'flying' Joro spiders spreading on East Coast this summer: What to know

The non-native arachnid caused a frenzy but scientists say not to worry.
June 05
Thess Joro spiders are an invasive species to the state of Georgia.
June 05

Trump's New York gun permit to be revoked following conviction: Sources

The former president's permit was suspended after he was indicted last year.
June 05
Former President Donald Trump and his attorney Todd Blanche exit the courthouse and speak to media after Trump was found guilty following his hush money trial at Manhattan Criminal Court, on May 30, 2024, in New York.
June 05

New geothermal system will cool and heat dozens of homes in Massachusetts

An "environmental justice population" in Framingham was chosen for the system.
June 05
New geothermal system will cool and heat dozens of homes in Massachusetts
June 05

Georgia court halts Trump's election case pending resolution of Willis appeal

A tentative Oct. 4 date was previously set for oral arguments on the appeal.
June 05
In this March 9, 2024, file photo, former President Donald Trump speaks at a rally in Rome, Georgia.
June 05

Retired NASCAR driver and son arrested for alleged assaults on police during Jan. 6

Retired NASCAR driver Tighe Scott and his son Jarret Scott face two felony offenses each for alleged assaults during the Jan. 6th riot.
June 05
Retired NASCAR driver Tighe Scott and his son Jarret Scott face two felony offenses each for alleged assaults on police during the Jan. 6th riots.
June 05

Giraffe picks up toddler at Texas safari park

Dramatic footage captured the moment a giraffe grabbed a young girl from her family's vehicle at a Texas safari park. No one was injured.
June 05
Dramatic footage captured the moment a giraffe grabbed a young girl from her family's vehicle at a Texas safari park. No one was injured.
June 05

Colorado GOP calls for burning of Pride flags

A fundraising email from Colorado’s Republican party called for LGTBQ Pride flags to be burned. ABC News’ Mola Lenghi reports.
June 05
VIDEO: Colorado GOP calls for burning of Pride flags
June 05

Retired NASCAR driver, son arrested for alleged assaults on police during Jan. 6 riot

Tighe Scott and his son Jarret Scott face two felony offenses each.
June 05
Tighe Scott of Pen Argyle, PA, made his NASCAR Cup debut at Talladega Super speedway driving this Chevrolet for car owner Walter Ballard in the Winston 500, finishing in 17th position, May 2 1976.
June 05

Biden to join other world leaders in D-Day ceremony in Normandy

President Biden will also attend a ceremony at the American Military Cemetery in Colleville-Sur-Mer and will meet with U.S. WWII vets who made the trip to France as well.
June 05
VIDEO: Biden to join other world leaders in D-Day ceremony in Normandy
June 05

Successful launch of Boeing's Starliner following several delays

Now if the mission is successful, NASA could certify the spacecraft to perform routine missions to and from the ISS.
June 05
VIDEO: Successful launch of Boeing's Starliner following several delays
June 05

3-year-old boy stabbed to death in random attack at grocery store parking lot

The boy's mother was also stabbed. She survived without serious injury.
June 05
A 3-year-old died after a stabbing at the North Olmsted Giant Eagle parking lot in Cleveland, Ohio, June 3, 2024.
June 05

Controversial congestion pricing toll indefinitely postponed in Manhattan

The toll to drive below 60th Street was to go into effect June 30.
June 05
Traffic traverses 42nd Street near Grand Central Terminal, in New York, Jan. 11, 2018.
June 05

Hunter Biden's ex-wife Kathleen Buhle testifies

Taking the stand as a prosecution witness, Buhle testified Hunter could function while on drugs but Buhle never saw him using drugs between 2015 and 2019.
June 05
VIDEO: Hunter Biden's ex-wife Kathleen Buhle testifies
June 05

Texas DA seeks to overturn pardon of man convicted of fatally shooting protester

Daniel Perry was convicted of fatally shooting a Black Lives Matter protester.
June 05
Gov. Greg Abbott speaks after signing bills designated towards enhancing border security, Austin, June 8, 2023.
June 05

Boeing's Starliner launches historic 1st astronaut-crewed test flight

The crew aboard Starliner is planning to spend a week aboard the ISS.
June 05
A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket carrying two astronauts aboard Boeing's Starliner-1 Crew Flight Test, is launched on a mission to the International Space Station, in Cape Canaveral, Florida, June 5, 2024.
June 05

Manhattan DA opposes Trump request to lift gag order after hush money trial

Trump argued the trial's conclusion meant the gag order was no longer needed.
June 05
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg speaks to attendees during the National Action Network National Convention in New York City, April 7, 2022.
June 05

Millions of Americans on alert for life-threatening triple digit heat wave

Temperatures in some parts of the South and West are expected to reach as high as 111 degrees.
June 05
VIDEO: Millions of Americans on alert for life-threatening triple digit heat wave