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Meet the judge who ruled medication abortion must remain available in some states
What initially looked like an outright victory for anti-abortion activists Friday evening soon became more complicated.
How safe is the abortion pill compared with other common drugs
A federal judge in Texas ruled on Friday to suspend the Food and Drug Administration's approval of mifepristone, the first drug in the medication abortion process, nationwide by the end of this week.
The Texas pardons board is investigating after GOP governor's request in case of sergeant convicted of killing protester at 2020 BLM rally
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles is launching an investigation upon the Republican governor's request for an expedited probe and pardon recommendation for a US Army sergeant convicted Friday of killing a protester at a Black Lives Matter rally in 2020.
Senate Republicans confront 2024 primary challenges and Trump's influence
Kari Lake -- the unapologetic supporter of former President Donald Trump and vanquished candidate for Arizona governor -- privately made a trip to National Republican Senatorial Committee headquarters in February where she discussed the prospects of shaking up the map and running for Senate.
Next phase in the medication abortion fight will be a quick-moving legal battle
A seven-day clock is ticking for the Biden administration and higher courts to address an untenable situation around medication abortion -- one created by rival federal court rulings from judges in separate corners of the country.
Justice Department asks appeals court to freeze judge's order that could make abortion pill unavailable Friday
The Justice Department asked a federal appeals court on Monday to put on hold a judge's ruling that could make a medication abortion drug unavailable nationwide starting Friday at midnight.
Gwyneth Paltrow accuser testifies in ski trial: 'I've never been hit that hard'
The Utah civil trial involving actress Gwyneth Paltrow and a man who is accusing her of wrongdoing in relation to a 2016 ski collision resumed Monday for its second week of proceedings.
Disney begins laying off 7,000 employees, CEO Bob Iger announces
Disney CEO Bob Iger on Monday said his company will begin laying off staff starting this week, the first of three rounds of expected cuts following his announcement in February that the company would axe 7,000 jobs.
28-year-old woman kills 3 students and 3 adults at private Christian school in Nashville, police say
A 28-year-old woman fatally shot three students and three adults at a private Christian school in Nashville before she was shot and killed by police, authorities said.
'Yellowjackets' creators say it's an 'honor' being compared to 'Lost'
As viewers eagerly await the premiere of "Yellowjackets" Season 2, the showrunners and executive producers for the creepy Showtime hit series are giving props to one of the mystery-driven dramas that came before them.
TikTok CEO testifies before Congress for the first time
TikTok CEO Shou Chew made his first appearance before Congress on Thursday and was immediately hit by intense criticism from lawmakers, including calls for the app to be banned.
Houston Grand Opera Announces its 2023-24 Season
HGO’s New Season to Feature Six Operas, Including a Highly Anticipated World Premiere, Wagner’s Final Masterpiece, a New Staging of a Family-Friendly Classic, and Beloved Audience Favorites
KTSU Launches Spring Membership Campaign to Celebrate 50 Years of Public Radio Excellence
KTSU 90.9 FM, Houston's legendary public radio station announces the launch of its spring membership campaign from March 24 to April 2, 2023.
US to send Patriot missile systems and tanks to Ukraine faster than originally planned
US Patriot missile defense systems and Abram tanks are set to be deployed to Ukraine faster than originally planned, US defense officials said on Tuesday.
Xi and Putin alliance a 'marriage of convenience,' says NSC's John Kirby
The US National Security Council's John Kirby tells Christiane Amanpour that Chinese and Russian leaders are "basically trying to use each other" to challenge the US and Europe.
School Workers Strike in Nation's 2nd Largest District
A union representing 30,000 Los Angeles school custodians, cafeteria workers, bus drivers and other support staff launched a three-day strike Tuesday, effectively stopping classes for more than a half million students in the nation's second-largest school district. United Teachers LA, a union representing about 30,000 teachers, kick off a solidarity strike to support the workers union.
Idaho lawmakers approve bill that would allow execution by firing squad
Idaho lawmakers approved a bill Monday that would allow execution by firing squad, according to the legislature's website.
Keanu Reeves honors Lance Reddick at 'John Wick: Chapter 4' premiere
Keanu Reeves had his late co-star Lance Reddick on his mind and on his jacket lapel at Monday night's premiere of "John Wick: Chapter 4."
Cuban catcher defects after World Baseball Classic, report says
After being eliminated from the World Baseball Classic by the US team in Miami on Sunday, the Cuban team landed in Havana on Monday without one of its players.
Greyhound passengers say no drivers available for bus trips
Several Greyhound passengers were stuck at the station in the West Loop on Monday morning, and they might be there for 48 hours or more.
Japan Prime Minister Kishida makes surprise visit to Ukraine to meet Zelensky
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has made a surprise trip to Ukraine to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky -- a day after Chinese leader Xi Jinping met his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
Google was beloved as an employer for years. Then it laid off thousands by email
On the morning of January 20, one Google employee had to call tech support after getting hit with an unusual error message when they tried to log in to their work system.
From groceries to clothes, inflation-weary Americans flock to cheaper products online
Nearly two years of high inflation has caused many consumers to say goodbye to premium goods in favor of cheaper alternatives.
Credit Suisse's gold bars, hats and bags are cropping up in online stores
Hats, bags and gold bars emblazoned with Credit Suisse's logo are being sold on resale sites, having popped up mere hours after the 167-year-old bank was saved from collapse by rival UBS.
Video shows Irvo Otieno being pinned to the floor in the moments before his death
Surveillance video released by a prosecutor Tuesday shows Irvo Otieno being pinned to the floor by multiple security officers at a Virginia state mental health facility in the moments leading up to his death earlier this month.
Dominion wants Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch to testify at trial, court filing shows
Dominion wants to put Rupert Murdoch and his son Lachlan Murdoch on the witness stand at next month's expected defamation trial against Fox News, according to court filings.
Home prices fell in February, breaking a decade-long streak of year-over-year increases
The median price of a US home was lower this February than it was in February 2022, ending more than a decade of year-over-year increases, the longest on record, according to a National Association of Realtors report released Tuesday.
Teacher allegedly shot by 6-year-old can't forget the look on student's face, she tells NBC in first interview since the shooting
The first-grade teacher allegedly shot by a 6-year-old student in her Virginia classroom can't forget the look on the student's face as he aimed the gun at her and moments later "thought I had died," she told NBC in her first interview since the January incident.
Google begins rolling out its ChatGPT rival
Google is opening up access to Bard, its new AI chatbot tool that directly competes with ChatGPT.
HEALTH MINUTE: Rising bird Flu Cases Causing Concern
It's been a record season for bird flu. Experts say we're seeing the deadliest outbreak of the illness among birds on record in the US. While it's not currently considered a serious threat to human health, this latest strain is causing some concern. In today's Health Minute, we explain why and have a look at the latest bird flu numbers.
Steps have dropped since Covid-19 and the trend is worrisome, study says
Americans took fewer steps during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, and they still haven't gotten their mojo back, a new study found.
Sleep starts: Why your body 'hiccups' as you fall asleep
Ever drift off to sleep and suddenly feel like you're falling, forcing you to wake with a start? Some people say they are startled alert by a loud snapping noise or a blinding light coming from inside their head, while others describe their muscles twitching involuntarily from a sudden electric shock.
Men with advanced prostate cancer 'missing months of therapy' amid medication shortage
Doctors across the United States who treat people with advanced prostate cancer can't find supplies of a medicine that may help them live longer.
DEA issues alert about widespread threat of xylazine
The US Drug Enforcement Administration issued an alert Monday about the widespread threat of fentanyl mixed with xylazine, a veterinary tranquilizer also commonly known as "tranq" or "tranq dope."
Asteroid forms a debris cloud after intentional hit from spacecraft
Telescopes around the world were watching when a NASA spacecraft intentionally crashed into an asteroid in September 2022.
Jason Sudeikis and 'Ted Lasso' cast meet with Biden for mental health discussion
Ted Lasso and President Joe Biden are teaming up to -- as the television football coach would say -- "believe" in the importance of mental health.
USA Blind Soccer Team Makes Debut
USA Blind Men's Soccer Team holds first ever match in California and competes against Canada
Taylor Swift delivers promise of tour tickets to Valley teen, burn survivor
It’s a surprise of a lifetime. On Saturday, 13-year-old Isabella McCune will enjoy the second night of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Glendale, thanks to the popstar’s promise she made to her five years ago.
Kenya opposition leader calls for weekly protests after being tear-gassed by police
Kenyan opposition leader and former prime minister Raila Odinga has called for weekly nationwide protests against the high cost of living, in a brief address to demonstrators flanking his motorcade in Nairobi Monday.
'Good Burger' sequel to reunite Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell
The order is up for audiences who have been hungry for a "Good Burger" sequel. Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell have confirmed that "Good Burger 2" is coming.
China's Xi stresses close ties with 'dear friend' Putin during his first visit to Russia since Ukraine invasion
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin have met at the Kremlin and touted the close ties and strategic visions shared by China and Russia, on the first day of a state visit framed by Beijing as a peacemaking project despite deep skepticism in Kyiv and the West.
What are AT1 bonds and why are Credit Suisse's now worthless?
Investors in a riskier type of Credit Suisse's bonds had the value of their holdings slashed to zero Sunday after Swiss authorities brokered an emergency takeover of the bank by rival UBS.
Six Oath Keepers convicted in connection with January 6 US Capitol riot
Six people affiliated with the Oath Keepers, a far-right militia, were convicted Monday of various charges related to the January 6, 2021, US Capitol insurrection.
Security guard shoots man, proposed bill could require all guards to be licensed
Police said a man was shot by a security guard during an altercation early Sunday outside of a bar in Fells Point.
Def Leppard drummer speaks out on attack outside a Florida hotel.
Def Leppard drummer speaks out on attack outside a Florida hotel.
Shania Twain now has a high-tech Swiss train named after her. Meet 'Shania Train'
What does a musician with five Grammy Awards and two World Music Awards need to round off her list of achievements? A high-tech Swiss train named after her, of course.
Blinken accuses all sides in Ethiopian conflict of committing war crimes
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Monday that the US has formally determined that armed forces on all sides of the conflict in northern Ethiopia have committed war crimes.
Trump's team puts forward ally in hopes of undercutting Cohen testimony in NY hush money case
The grand jury empaneled as part of the investigation into Donald Trump's alleged role in a scheme to pay hush money to adult film star Stormy Daniels is set to hear from a potentially key witness put forward by the former president's legal team on Monday.
Stephen Smith's family raises money to have body exhumed for private autopsy almost 2 years after Murdaugh case prompted renewed scrutiny
The family of a 19-year-old found dead in the middle of a South Carolina road in 2015 will seek to have his body exhumed, they announced last week, almost two years after state authorities reopened a probe into his death based on information learned while investigating the murders of Margaret "Maggie" Murdaugh and Paul Murdaugh.