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7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio

Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.

Senate begins marathon debate on SAVE America Act under pressure from Trump

The Senate voted to begin a marathon debate on the SAVE America Act, an elections bill that President Trump has been pressing Republicans to pass.

Blizzards, severe storms, heat wave hit U.S. with array of extreme weather

From a surprising heat wave in California to blizzards burying parts of the Midwest and storms rolling over the East Coast, chaotic weather put more than half the nation's population in the path of extreme conditions.

Illinois Senate primary race is test of Pritzker's sway, Democrats' views of ICE

The 2026 Democratic primary campaign in Illinois for retiring Sen. Dick Durbin's Senate seat — won by Lt. Gov. Lisa Stratton — could set the tone for other midterm primaries.

Alleged pipe bomber argues charges should be tossed under Jan. 6 pardons

A man who was accused of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC on the eve of the Jan. 6 attack is arguing he is covered by President Trump's sweeping pardons of alleged Jan. 6 rioters.

Kouri Richins, mom who wrote grief book, found guilty of murdering her husband

Jurors delivered their verdict Monday in the trial of Kouri Richins, a Utah mother accused of murdering her husband and later publishing a children's book about grief.

Kennedy Center votes to shut down ahead of Trump-backed renovation project

The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.

Trump says China trip will be delayed because of Iran war

President Trump said Tuesday that China is "fine" with a delay.

U.S. Soccer unveils new stars and stripes jerseys ahead of 2026 World Cup

The U.S. men's national soccer team is expected to debut the new uniforms later this month in Atlanta, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup starting in June.

Supreme Court to consider end to deportation protections for Syrians, Haitians

The Supreme Court said in an unsigned order it will hear arguments in late April on efforts to end temporary deportation protections for thousands of immigrants from Syria and Haiti.

Costco recalls meatloaf meal due to salmonella risk

Costco is recalling a meatloaf and potato meal kit because one of its ingredients may be contaminated with salmonella.

Border Patrol's Gregory Bovino to retire from federal service, sources say

Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino​ was pulled away from a high-profile role leading immigration raids in major U.S. cities, including Minneapolis, earlier this year.

Hyundai stops sales of some 2026 models after a child's death

Hyundai's announcement came after a child died in an incident involving a Palisade vehicle, which the car maker said is still under investigation.