Update: 50 migrants die in trailer abandoned in San Antonio heat
The migrant trailer death toll rose to at least 50, making it one of the worst tragedies to claim the lives of those smuggled across the US-Mexico border.
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At least 40 migrants found dead in Texas semi-trailer
More people were taken to hospitals Monday in a presumed migrant smuggling attempt near San Antonio, Tex. that may be the deadliest outcome of thousands of similar attempts.
Supreme Court sides with coach who sought to pray after games
The Supreme Court has sided with a football coach from Washington state who sought to kneel and pray on the field after games.
Congress sends landmark gun violence compromise to Biden
The House passes a compromise gun violence bill, as recent mass killings end decades of gridlock on the issue. The bill now goes to President Biden.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade; states can ban abortion
The Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade, ending nearly 50 years of constitutional protections for abortion. Live coverage here, including the full opinion and dissent, a photo gallery from outside the Supreme Court and more.
Supreme Court strikes New York gun law in major ruling
The Supreme Court has struck down a restrictive New York gun law in a major ruling for gun rights that is expected to impact half a dozen populous states.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes tied to teen vaping surge
The FDA has ordered Juul to pull its e-cigarettes from the U.S. market, the latest blow to the company widely blamed for a surge in teen vaping.
Biden to call for 3-month suspension of gas and diesel taxes
President Biden will call on Congress to suspend federal gasoline and diesel taxes for 3 months — a move meant to ease financial pressures at the pump.
Civil jury finds Bill Cosby sexually abused teenager in 1975
The Los Angeles County jury delivered the verdict Tuesday in favor of Judy Huth, who is now 64, and awarded her $500,000.
Uvalde police response an 'abject failure,' Texas public safety chief says
Police had enough officers on the scene of the Uvalde school massacre to stop the gunman 3 minutes after he entered the building, an official testified.
Biden says he's considering a gasoline tax holiday
President Biden said he's considering a federal holiday on the gasoline tax with a decision possibly coming this week. Here's what it would mean.
Fed attacks inflation with largest rate hike since 1994
The Federal Reserve intensified its drive to tame inflation by raising its key interest rate by three-quarters of a point, its largest hike since 1994.
Mo Donegal wins Belmont Stakes; Derby winner Rich Strike 6th
Mo Donegal finished first and filly Nest was second, giving trainer Todd Pletcher a 1-2 finish at the Belmont Stakes on Saturday.
US average gas price hits $5 for 1st time ever
The nationwide average price for a gallon of gasoline has hit $5 for the first time ever, according to auto club AAA.
Governor: Up to 3 dead, trooper wounded in Maryland shooting
Authorities say a shooting in western Maryland has left multiple victims, and the state's governor says a state trooper was shot and wounded by the suspect in the pursuit that followed.
DOJ opens probe into Louisiana State Police over beatings of Black men
The Justice Department has opened an investigation into the Louisiana State Police amid mounting evidence that it ignored beatings of mostly Black men.
Armed man arrested near Justice Kavanaugh's house, Supreme Court says
The Supreme Court says an armed man who made threats against Justice Brett Kavanaugh was arrested near the justice's house in Maryland.
Simone Biles, other gymnasts seek over $1 billion from FBI over Nassar
Assault victims, including ex-Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, are seeking more than $1 billion from the FBI for failing to stop Larry Nassar.
Johnny Depp wins libel lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard; Heard awarded money in counterclaim
The ruling vindicates his stance that Heard fabricated claims that she was abused by Depp before and during their brief marriage.
Jury indicts Buffalo shooting suspect on terrorism charge
Payton Gendron, who has been in custody since the May 14 shooting, is scheduled to be arraigned Thursday in Erie County Court. Gendron had previously been charged with first-degree murder in the shooting, which also injured three people.
