Kevin Porter Jr., a guard for the Milwaukee Bucks, married Tee Janay in a black-themed wedding, as shared on his Instagram. The couple's wedding photos featured them in all black attire. Porter is entering his third season with the Bucks, following a season affected by injury and the recent trade of teammate Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Kyle Shanahan, head coach of the San Francisco 49ers, provided an update on rookie running back Kaelon Black, who was limited in practice due to a groin injury. Shanahan expressed confidence that Black would be available for the upcoming game against the Miami Dolphins, highlighting Black's strong performance in his NFL debut.
The FCC has approved Paramount Skydance's request for a 49.5% foreign ownership stake in its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, allowing foreign investors to hold nearly half of the combined entity. The decision has raised concerns among some lawmakers regarding national security and foreign influence in American media.
A boycott campaign has been launched against Tillamook, a US cheese company, in response to its new halal labeling. Critics are opposing the company's decision to label its products as halal.
On September 17, 2026, a horse in Grant County, New Mexico, was confirmed to be infected with New World screwworm. This case comes just days before the state was scheduled to resume livestock imports from Mexico.
In the first five months of 2026, Colombia experienced a 146% increase in drone attacks by armed groups compared to the same period in 2025, resulting in 21 deaths and 145 injuries. The attacks have caused significant fear among civilians and disrupted daily life, prompting the government to invest in anti-drone technology.
The U.S. Postal Service has halted its work on a mail-in ballot verification system mandated by an executive order from President Trump due to a Supreme Court injunction. Postmaster General David Steiner confirmed the decision and noted that the agency will not enforce the new rules for the upcoming federal election.
Senator Thom Tillis has called for the removal of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after the resignation of Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. Tillis expressed that Hegseth should be replaced by either impeachment or direct action from the president.
The Trump administration is proceeding with the sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia, despite intelligence concerns. If completed, Saudi Arabia would become the second country in the Middle East to possess these jets, after Israel.
Luis Uribe, a Customs and Border Protection officer at O’Hare International Airport, has been convicted of sexually assaulting and robbing women. The incidents occurred while he was on duty.
Mike Sweetney, former NBA player and coach, died at 43, leaving a lasting impact on the Jewish basketball community. Known for his genuine care and support for players at Yeshiva University, Sweetney contributed to the team's success and was deeply integrated into the local community.
A canvasser for Republican Senator Susan Collins was caught on video stealing a package from a homeowner in Maine. The Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Office has identified the individual and is pursuing charges. Collins' campaign stated the man is not affiliated with her campaign, and the super PAC supporting her has terminated his involvement.
Michael P. Desronvil, the lone juror who blocked a not guilty by reason of insanity verdict for Lindsay Clancy, has publicly disputed claims from fellow jurors about his doubts regarding the prosecution's case. Clancy, who admitted to killing her three children, is facing the possibility of a retrial as prosecutors deliberate on how to proceed after the jury deadlocked.
The Pentagon has released new guidance requiring testosterone deficiency screenings for male service members over 30 years old. This update comes after the previous guidance was temporarily rescinded earlier in September 2026.
Jared Young, first baseman for the New York Mets, was injured during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies on September 17, 2026, after a collision with teammate Nolan McLean. Young was carted off on a stretcher but gave a thumbs-up to the crowd as he left the field. The Mets have not yet provided an official medical update on his condition.
Executives at OpenAI and Microsoft have acknowledged the potential risks of artificial intelligence to news publications amidst a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by the New York Times. Concerns were raised about AI's impact on journalism and the economic viability of news outlets, with statements from company leaders highlighting the challenges posed by AI chatbots in accessing and using copyrighted content.
President Trump's name was added to the Institute of Peace building in December, displayed in large silver letters. This addition accompanies the engraved identification of the institute.
President Trump's name was added to the Institute of Peace building in December 2026. Former workers of the institute have expressed concerns about this development.
The White House has withdrawn Lance Schroyer’s nomination to lead ICE, announced on September 18, 2026. Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, faced scrutiny over his lack of experience in immigration and law enforcement. The withdrawal follows ongoing concerns about ICE's operations and recruitment practices amid rising arrests.
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