Negotiators work to resolve bomb threat standoff at Chase Bank in Bakersfield
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50 articlesScott Pelley leaves CBS News following criticism of Bari Weiss
Scott Pelley has left CBS News after nearly four decades with the network. His departure follows his vocal criticism of Bari Weiss's management and changes at C
Josh Turek wins Democratic nomination for Iowa Senate seat
Josh Turek has won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate seat in Iowa, defeating Zach Wahls in the primary. He will face Republican Ashley Hinson in a k
Josh Turek Wins Democratic Senate Nomination in Iowa
Josh Turek has won the Democratic nomination for the Senate seat in Iowa, previously held by Republican Joni Ernst. Turek will face Republican Ashley Hinson in
Supreme Court Upholds Alabama Congressional Districts Favoring Republicans
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the congressional district map in Alabama, leading to six districts that favor Republican candidates and one that favors Democ
Supreme Court reinstates Alabama congressional district map
The U.S. Supreme Court has reinstated Alabama's congressional district map, resulting in six Republican-leaning districts and one Democratic-leaning district fo
Supreme Court Reinstates Alabama Congressional Districts
The U.S. Supreme Court's recent ruling reinstates Alabama's congressional districts, leading to a configuration of six Republican-leaning districts and one Demo
Texas Election Official Jane Nelson Announces Resignation
Jane Nelson, Texas's top election official, has announced her resignation. The announcement did not include a reason for her departure.
Aaron Donald's Possible Return to Rams Sparks Speculation
Speculation about Aaron Donald's return to the Los Angeles Rams has increased, with head coach Sean McVay suggesting that it remains a possibility. Myles Garret
Josh Turek Wins Democratic Senate Primary in Iowa
Josh Turek has emerged victorious in the Democratic Senate primary in Iowa. The Paralympian campaigned under the label of 'prairie populist' and was active in e
Josh Turek Wins Democratic Senate Primary in Iowa
Josh Turek has emerged victorious in the Democratic Senate primary in Iowa. Turek, who is a Paralympian, characterized himself as a 'prairie populist' and engag
Scott Pelley terminated from CBS News' '60 Minutes' following conflicts with management
Scott Pelley was fired from CBS News' '60 Minutes' on June 2, 2026, following conflicts with management, including editor-in-chief Bari Weiss and executive prod
Plastic Surgeon Adam Hamawy Wins New Jersey Democratic Primary
Adam Hisham Hamawy, a plastic surgeon and former Army medic, won the New Jersey Democratic primary for a House seat. He has faced scrutiny for past associations
Adam Hamawy Wins New Jersey Democratic Primary Amid Controversy
Adam Hisham Hamawy won the New Jersey Democratic primary for a House seat on June 3, 2026. The candidate, who has faced scrutiny for past associations with terr
Plastic Surgeon Adam Hamawy Wins New Jersey Democratic Primary
Adam Hisham Hamawy, a plastic surgeon, won the New Jersey Democratic primary for a House seat, succeeding retiring Rep. Bonnie Watson-Coleman. He has faced scru
Iran Halts Communication with Mediators Amid Rising Tensions with U.S. and Israel
The U.S. military reported that Iran fired missiles at Kuwait and Bahrain, which were either intercepted or failed to hit their targets. Concurrently, Iran has
US and Iran Exchange Missile and Drone Strikes Amid Ceasefire Negotiations
The US and Iran have exchanged missile and drone strikes, hindering ceasefire negotiations. US forces disabled a tanker and reported repelling Iranian counterat
Adam Hamawy Wins New Jersey Primary for Congressional Seat
Adam Hamawy, a former combat surgeon, won the Democratic primary for New Jersey's 12th Congressional District on June 2, 2026, with support from prominent progr
Deb Haaland Wins Democratic Nomination for New Mexico Governor
Deb Haaland has won the Democratic nomination for governor of New Mexico, defeating Sam Bregman with 78.3% of the vote. Incumbent Governor Michelle Lujan Grisha
DOJ Investigates George Santos for Alleged Insider Trading on Kalshi
The Department of Justice is investigating George Santos for alleged insider trading on the prediction market Kalshi, focusing on bets related to his attendance
Canada requests renewal of free-trade agreement with US and Mexico
Canada has formally requested the United States and Mexico to extend their joint trade agreement for another 16 years. This request was made by Canadian Ministe
Deb Haaland Receives Nomination for New Mexico Governor
Deb Haaland has been nominated for the governor's race in New Mexico. She previously served as the Secretary of the Interior and spoke at a Veterans Helping Vet
US and Iran Exchange Fire in Persian Gulf Amid Stalled Peace Talks
On June 3, 2026, the US and Iran exchanged fire in the Persian Gulf, indicating a resurgence of violence. This incident occurs amidst ongoing stalled peace nego
US and Iran Exchange Fire in Persian Gulf Amid Stalled Peace Talks
On June 3, 2026, the US and Iran exchanged fire in the Persian Gulf, indicating a rise in tensions. This incident occurs as efforts to reach a peace agreement r
Hinson and Turek to Compete for Iowa Senate Seat
Ashley Hinson and Josh Turek are set to contest for the Senate seat being vacated by Joni Ernst in Iowa. Hinson has won the Republican nomination, while Turek i
Supreme Court Rules on Alabama Congressional District Map
The Supreme Court's 2023 ruling addressed the congressional district map in Alabama, determining that the map's structure, featuring only one majority-Black dis
Supreme Court Rules on Alabama Congressional District Map
The Supreme Court's 2023 ruling addressed the congressional district map in Alabama, determining that the map's design, which included only one majority-Black d
Police Respond to Hostage Situation in Bakersfield Bank
A hostage situation occurred on June 2, 2026, at a bank in Bakersfield, California, where a man with a bomb barricaded himself inside. One hostage has been rele
California Primary Vote Count May Extend Over Several Days
California's primary election results may not be available immediately after Election Day due to the validity of mail-in ballots. These ballots must be postmark
$4 million settlement reached in connection with gender reveal wildfire
A settlement of $4 million has been reached involving Wholesale Fireworks Corp. and American Fireworks Wholesale LLC in relation to a wildfire caused by a gende
Supreme Court allows Alabama Republicans to proceed with congressional map for midterm elections
The Supreme Court ruled on June 3, 2026, that Alabama Republicans can implement a congressional map that eliminates the state's second majority-Black district.
Ashley Hinson Wins Iowa GOP Senate Nomination
Ashley Hinson has won the Republican nomination for the Iowa Senate seat, succeeding retiring Senator Joni Ernst. Hinson defeated Jim Carlin in the primary and
Ashley Hinson Wins GOP Senate Nomination in Iowa
Ashley Hinson has won the Republican nomination for the Senate seat in Iowa, succeeding retiring Senator Joni Ernst. Hinson's victory in the primary positions h
US Military Conducts Strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island
The US military has stated that it executed strikes on Qeshm Island in Iran, citing self-defense. This action is part of escalating tensions, with Iran allegedl
Supreme Court Approves Alabama Congressional Map Reducing Majority-Black Districts
The U.S. Supreme Court has approved a redrawn congressional map for Alabama that removes one majority-Black district, allowing the state to proceed with this ma
California seafood restaurant acknowledges misrepresentation of seafood sourcing
A Southern California seafood restaurant has admitted to misleading customers about the sourcing of its seafood. The establishment claimed its offerings were 't
US Central Command intercepts Iranian drones and missiles
On June 3, 2026, the U.S. Central Command announced that it shot down several Iranian drones and missiles that were part of an attempted attack on neighboring c
Ashley Hinson Secures Republican Senate Primary Victory in Iowa
Ashley Hinson has emerged victorious in the Republican primary for the Senate in Iowa. She has expressed her commitment to being a strong ally to President Trum
Ashley Hinson Wins Republican Senate Primary in Iowa
Ashley Hinson has secured victory in the Republican Senate primary in Iowa. She has expressed her commitment to supporting President Trump as a key ally in the
Zimbabwe's e-tricycle scheme faces challenges due to fees and regulations
The e-tricycle scheme in Zimbabwe, aimed at assisting rural women, is facing challenges from high fees, strict licensing requirements, and police enforcement. T
Auburn University Student Reported Missing in Japan
An Auburn University student has gone missing in Japan, with reports indicating possible emotional stress before the disappearance. The student's parents are ac
Auburn University Student Reported Missing in Japan
An Auburn University student has gone missing in Japan, with reports indicating he may have been under emotional stress before his disappearance on May 29. His
US conducts military strikes on Qeshm Island in response to Iranian actions
The US military has carried out strikes on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz. This operation was stated to be in response to attempted attacks by Iran in the
US and Iran conduct military strikes amid stalled ceasefire talks
The United States has launched military strikes against Iran and an oil tanker, while Iran claims to have attacked US air bases. The situation escalates amid st
Iran Targets Bahrain and Kuwait; U.S. Conducts Strikes in Response
Iran has launched attacks aimed at Bahrain and Kuwait, which were reportedly intercepted. In retaliation, the U.S. military carried out strikes in Iran, labelin
Nunn and Trone Garriott to Compete in Iowa House Election
Zach Nunn and Sarah Trone Garriott will compete in the upcoming election for Iowa's 3rd Congressional District. Both candidates ran unopposed in their party pri
Michael Perry Secures Republican Nomination for New Mexico Land Commissioner
Michael Perry has been nominated by the Republican Party for the role of New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands. The nomination follows the recent primary elec
Rebecca Bennett to Challenge Tom Kean Jr. in New Jersey Congressional Election
Rebecca Bennett has won the Democratic nomination to challenge Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. in New Jersey's upcoming congressional election. Kean has been absen
Rebecca Bennett to Challenge Tom Kean Jr. in New Jersey House Election
Rebecca Bennett has won the Democratic nomination to challenge Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. in New Jersey's upcoming House election. Kean has been absent from p
Bear injures four people at steel works in Japan
A bear attacked four people at a steel works in Japan on Tuesday. The bear is still at large within the factory compound.