Alina Habba has publicly stated that she is not seeking to replace Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary, despite speculation and betting odds suggesting otherwise. Following her announcement, Scott Jennings emerged as the new favorite for the position.
Alina Habba has publicly stated that she is not in the running to replace Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary, despite speculation and a 35% betting chance on prediction market Kalshi. Following her announcement, Scott Jennings has emerged as the new favorite for the position.
A Tennessee pastor has received a life sentence for the sexual abuse of a 5-year-old girl. The investigation was initiated by the Murfreesboro Police Department's Special Victims Unit in August 2023.
The Kennedy Center's board has decided not to restore President Donald Trump's name to the building, reversing a previous decision. This comes amid ongoing legal challenges, with Rep. Joyce Beatty urging for an expedited court ruling on the matter. The board had previously voted to change the name to the Trump-Kennedy Center in December 2025, but a court order led to the removal of Trump's name in June.
Minneapolis police are looking into a series of deaths after a third body was found in three days. The initial body was discovered on Saturday evening in a wooded area near East River Flats Park.
US President Donald Trump has warned of economic repercussions for nations that support Iran. Additionally, Australia has called in Israel's envoy over the death of an aid worker in Gaza linked to an Israeli strike in 2024.
The Pentagon has sent a questionnaire to 31 NATO allies to evaluate their loyalty to the United States. The specific questions included in the survey have not been made public.
The Baltimore Orioles criticized Major League Baseball's technology used for confirming calls after Pete Alonso's hit was ruled foul. This incident has sparked discussions on the potential need for similar technology to be applied to foul pole decisions.
President Donald Trump has indicated that the US will impose economic measures on nations that support Iran or conduct business with it. This announcement was made on August 20, 2026.
A collision between a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter and a small plane near Carlisle Airport resulted in one fatality and injuries to two state troopers. The incident occurred during a routine training exercise, and the investigation is being led by the National Transportation Safety Board.
A collision between a small plane and a police helicopter at Carlisle Airport in Pennsylvania led to the death of the pilot. Two state troopers were also injured in the crash, as reported by officials.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Nithya Raman took part in the first debate of the general election on August 19, 2026. The debate featured both candidates criticizing each other's records and included numerous interruptions.
Ryan McMahon exited the Yankees' game against the opposing team with a left-hand injury. The injury occurred during a slide into second base, and he left the game in the eighth inning.
In the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, defense attorney Donna Rotunno criticized prosecutors for being disconnected from jurors' feelings. Clancy faces charges related to the deaths of her three children, and the defense is arguing that she was suffering from postpartum psychosis. The trial is ongoing, with closing arguments expected on Monday.
A Missouri judge ruled that the state's referendum process cannot challenge congressional maps, allowing a Republican-friendly map to remain in effect for the 2026 elections. The decision supports Republican Secretary of State Denny Hoskins and is part of a broader national redistricting effort by Republican-led states.
Around 1,500 mink escaped from an Oregon farm due to a cut fence. The Animal Liberation Front claimed responsibility and expressed concerns about the treatment of the animals at the farm.
U.S. Air Force Major Jason Watson has been placed in pretrial confinement after being detained again. This follows his earlier arrest during a protest at the U.S. Capitol where he called for President Trump's impeachment.
Manuel Hernandez, a 46-year-old illegal immigrant from El Salvador, has been arrested after allegedly operating an overcrowded and unlicensed boat that capsized near Liberty Island, resulting in the deaths of a mother and her infant daughter. He faces multiple charges, including reckless endangerment and federal misconduct, and will be removed from the U.S. after his criminal case.
Canadian Prime Minister Carney reported significant progress in trade negotiations with the United States. The two nations are finalizing the details of a trade deal before a tariff deadline this weekend.