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An investigation by the AP shows that since 2015, at least 29 recruits have died during basic training at police academies across the U.S. AP Images

Police recruit training deaths prompt calls for reform and better safety measures

Illinois governor announces statewide cellphone ban in the classroom to protect kids Getty Images

Illinois Gov. Pritzker moves to ban cell phones in schools, joining other states

A January 6 Capitol rioter, recently among the 1500 pardoned by Trump, should still be sentenced and punished, the DOJ said. Anadolu via Getty

Jan. 6 pardon doesn’t cover rioter’s plot to murder FBI agents: DOJ

For the second time this week, NASA has upped the odds that a 'city-killing' asteroid strikes Earth in 2032, according to the agency. Getty Images

NASA again increases chances of ‘city-killing’ asteroid striking Earth

President Trump's approval rating fell to 44% as more Americans doubt his handling of the economy, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll. Getty Images

More Americans now disapprove of how Trump is handling the economy

President Trump called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy “a dictator without elections, during an ongoing dispute about ending the war. Getty Images

Trump calls Zelenskyy a dictator, tells him to end Russia-Ukraine war fast

Elon Musk has entertained the idea of a DOGE dividend, which would give $5,000 checks to American taxpayers, funded by government savings. Getty Images

Musk weighs $5,000 DOGE checks for Americans, but says deficit is priority

Transgender minors in Kansas may soon lose options for care including hormone treatments and surgeries. Republican lawmakers overrode the governor’s veto Tuesday to put a ban on gender-affirming health care into law. Getty Images

Kansas GOP overrides veto, passing a ban on gender-affirming care for minors

Social Security data reveals that more than 20 million people over the age of 100 are still listed in its system. Getty Images

Social Security knew millions in system were dead, but are not receiving benefits

A Georgia woman is suing a fertility clinic after she gave birth to another couple's baby. AP Images

Woman sues Georgia fertility clinic after giving birth to another couple’s baby

A recent cut to staffing within the National Parks Service is sparking criticism and concern. Some of the backlash involves anticipated issues with visitor experience as the busy summer season approaches.  Getty Images

National Park staffing cuts cause concern ahead of the busy summer season

Police say a plane crash in Arizona has killed at least one person at Marana Regional Airport Wednesday. Getty Images

Plane crash at Marana airport kills at least one in Arizona: Police

A widespread, unauthorized strike by hundreds of New York correction officers is in its third day, forcing lockdowns at multiple state prisons. Officers are protesting staffing shortages, mandatory overtime, and prison safety concerns. The strike, which has spread to more than half of the state’s 42 prisons, comes amid mounting tensions between corrections officers and state officials over working conditions and prison reform policies. Reuters

Hochul readies National Guard as New York prison strike grows

The Trump administration is reportedly trying to rehire USDA officials it fired over the weekend, who worked on the bird flu response. Getty Images

Days after firing USDA bird flu officials, WH trying to rehire them

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order expanding White House control over independent federal agencies, bringing them under direct presidential supervision. The order requires agencies such as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to submit their regulations for White House review, a significant shift from their traditional autonomy. Getty Images

Trump order expands control over independent federal agencies

A judge has denied a Democrat-led effort from blocking DOGE access to federal systems. AP Images

Judge denies Democrat-led effort to block Musk, DOGE access

A federal appeals court blocked President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, known as the SAVE Repayment Plan. Getty Images

Federal appeals court blocks Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan

The family of a man who died in the collision in Washington, D.C. is suing multiple federal agencies for $250 million. Getty Images

Family of DC crash victim to sue government for $250 million

President Trump signed an executive order to make in vitro fertilization, or IVF, more affordable and accessible. Getty Images

Trump signs executive order aimed at expanding access to IVF treatments

All eyes are on the Beltway, as DOGE-led layoffs could send unemployed workers' homes to the market, though data isn't showing it yet. Getty Images

Are DOGE layoffs going to flood the DC housing market?

Winter storms caused flooding and power outages in Kentucky, leading to 14 deaths. The state is bracing for more severe weather Tuesday. Getty Images

Flooding, extreme cold claim 14 lives in Kentucky as FEMA aid arrives

U.S. Border Patrol aircraft have been targeted by lasers six times in the past four months, with incidents under investigation. Getty Images

US Border Patrol aircraft targeted by lasers in six separate incidents

Tiger Woods talks about dealing with his mother's death, playing golf again and a possible reunion between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf. Getty Images

Tiger Woods optimistic for deal between PGA Tour and LIV Golf

Coca-Cola is launching Simply Pop to compete in the growing prebiotic soda market as the company continues to diversify its portfolio. Simply Pop

Coca-Cola joins prebiotic soda industry with new brand, expands portfolio