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Millions of people are under severe weather threat

At least 10 states anticipate damaging winds, large hail and strong tornadoes.
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VIDEO: Millions of people are under severe weather threat
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Teachers say being armed in schools is ‘not what we've been trained to do’

Concerns rise as Tennessee passes a bill to allow teachers to carry guns in K-12 schools.
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VIDEO: Teachers say being armed in schools is ‘not what we've been trained to do’
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Arizona patients, doctors describe chaos, confusion over 1864 abortion ban

The state Supreme Court ruled that an 1864 ban could go into effect.
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Pro-abortion rights demonstrators rally in Scottsdale, Arizona, on April 15, 2024. The top court in Arizona, on April 9, 2024, ruled a 160-year-old near total ban on abortion is enforceable, thrusting the issue to the top of the agenda in a key US presidential election swing state.
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National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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Video released of person of interest in fatal police officer shooting

A funeral for Officer Luis Huesca will be held Monday.
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Chicago police have released videos of a person of interest in the fatal April 21, 2024, shooting of Chicago Police Officer Luis M. Huesca.
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Trump awaiting gag order ruling

ABC News Senior Investigative Reporter Aaron Katersky provides the latest in Donald Trump's hush money trial and the alleged gag order violations.
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VIDEO: Trump awaiting gag order ruling
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Supreme Court to weigh scope of Idaho abortion ban

ABC News' Rachel Scott and Asma Khalid provide the latest breakdown on abortion rights.
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VIDEO: Supreme Court to weigh scope of Idaho abortion ban
April 24

LA DA files felony charges against suspect in break-in at Mayor Karen Bass' home

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon has filed felony charges against the man accused of breaking into Mayor Karen Bass’ home on Sunday morning.
April 24
Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon has filed felony charges against the man accused of breaking into Mayor Karen Bass’ home on Sunday morning.
April 24

Protesters begin dismantling tents as negotiations with Columbia University progress

Columbia University has said they are making “important progress” with representatives of the student encampment on campus as protests spread on campuses across the U.S.
April 24
Columbia University has said they are making “important progress” with representatives of the student encampment on campus as protests spread on campuses across the U.S.
April 24

Supreme Court to weigh scope of Idaho abortion ban in first post-Roe test

The Supreme Court will decide whether a federal law governing emergency care protects hospital access to abortion when a woman’s health is at risk.
April 24
The Supreme Court will decide whether a federal law governing emergency care protects hospital access to abortion when a woman’s health is at risk.
April 24

Secret Service prepares for if Trump is jailed for contempt in hush money case

There have not been discussions yet about what to do if Trump is convicted and sentenced to prison.
April 24
There have not been discussions yet about what to do if Trump is convicted and sentenced to prison.
April 24

Protesters begin dismantling tents as negotiations with Columbia University progress

Columbia said it is making "important progress" over the encampment.
April 24
TOPSHOT - A man walks past Israeli and US flags alongside portraits of Israelis taken hostage by the militant Palestinian group Hamas in front of the pro-Palestinian encampment at Columbia University in New York on April 23, 2024. US President Joe Biden condemned any anti-Semitism on college campuses April April 21, 2024 as pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University spent their fifth day demanding the school sever financial ties with key US ally Israel. (Photo by Charly TRIBALLEAU / AFP) (Photo by CHARLY TRIBALLEAU/AFP via Getty Images)
April 24

Boeing's crash agreement with DOJ under scrutiny

Families of crash victims are set to meet with prosecutors on Wednesday.
April 24
In this July 20, 2022, file photo, a Boeing 737 Max aircraft is shown during a display at the Farnborough International Airshow, in Farnborough, England.
April 24

Dead dolphin found on beach with bullets lodged in brain, spinal cord and heart

Authorities are now offering $20,000 for information leading to a suspect.
April 24
A juvenile bottlenose dolphin was found shot to death with bullets lodged in its brain, spinal cord and heart and now authorities are offering a handsome reward for information on who committed the gruesome act.
April 23

DA files response opposing a motion by Scott Peterson’s defense team for DNA testing

In a more than 300-page filing, the DA outlines their opposing arguments.
April 23
Scott Peterson appears remotely in court, March 12, 2024, in San Mateo County, Calif.
April 23

Ex-cop suspected of killings dies from self-inflicted gunshot wound: Police

The child he was accused of abducting has been found safe.
April 23
Elias Huizar is wanted for killing his ex-wife and girlfriend in West Richland, Wash., on Monday, April 22, 2024.
April 23

Plastic bags from Walmart US recycling tracked to facilities in Southeast Asia

An ABC News investigation offers a rare glimpse into the plastic waste trade.
April 23
Malaysian anti-plastics advocate Pua Lay Peng searching through a burning dumpsite outside a plastic facility near her hometown of Jenjarom, Malaysia.
April 23

ABC News Live Prime: Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Trump trial dives into relationship between former president and National Enquirer; ABC News investigates where the plastic we recycle really ends up; Caitlin Clark on brink of massive sneaker deal.
April 23
VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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ABC News Live Rundown: Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Tuesday, April 23, 2024
April 23

College encampments grow nationwide: What students are saying

Hundreds have been arrested amid student protests nationwide.
April 23
NYPD officers detain pro-Palestinian students and protesters who had set up an encampment on the campus of New York University to protest the Israel-Hamas war, in New York on April 22, 2024.
April 23

Key takeaways from day 6 of Trump's hush money trial

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with defense attorney Arthur Aidala on day 6 of Donald Trump’s hush money trial, where Judge Merchan heard gag order arguments and David Pecker testified.
April 23
VIDEO: Key takeaways from day 6 of Trump's hush money trial
April 23

LA DA files felony charges against suspect in break-in at Mayor Karen Bass' home

Bass was home at the time the intruder allegedly broke in, police said.
April 23
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass speaks at a news conference to raise awareness for tenant rights, resources and investments ahead of the COVID rent debt repayment deadline on Aug. 1 at City Hall on Monday, July 31, 2023 (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
April 23

Campus protests over Israel-Hamas war spread nationwide

Students across the U.S. are making their voices heard in response to America's involvement in the Israel-Hamas war. Plus, jurors hear dramatic testimony in Donald Trump's criminal hush money case.
April 23
VIDEO: Campus protests over Israel-Hamas war spread nationwide
April 23

Pro-Palestinian protests continue across college campuses

Despite hundreds of arrests at pro-Palestinian protests and demonstrations, students and supporters show no sign of retreat. Our panel addresses balancing free speech and student safety.
April 23
VIDEO: Pro-Palestinian protests continue across college campuses
April 23

Top 3 takeaways from Day 6 of Trump's hush money trial

David Pecker testified about his catch-and-kill arrangement with Trump.
April 23
Former  President Donald Trump appears in Manhattan Supreme Court  in New York City, April 23 2024.
April 23

Douglas C-54 plane crashes near river in Fairbanks, Alaska

Two people were on board the plane, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
April 23
Two people were on board the plane, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
April 23

Trump blasts gag order in hush money trial

After a very contentious gag order hearing Tuesday morning, Donald Trump claimed he is being prevented from defending himself when people talk about him.
April 23
VIDEO: Trump blasts gag order in hush money trial
April 23

Douglas C-54 plane crashes near river in Fairbanks, Alaska

Two people were on board, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
April 23
The Alaska State Troopers and local, state, and federal partners are responding to a plane crash on the Tanana River near Kallenberg Road in Fairbanks, Alaska, April 23, 2024.
April 23

More couples sue IVF clinic, alleging staff implanted 'dead' embryos: Lawsuit

The embryos were allegedly exposed to lethal amounts of a caustic agent.
April 23
In this undated photo, Brooke Berger, 37 (right), and Bennett Hardy, 33 (left), from Fullerton, Calif., said Ovation Fertility clinic knowingly implanted non-viable embryos after a laboratory accident.
April 23

Kidnapping suspect arrested after doorbell camera shows woman carried away

A kidnapping suspect has been arrested after video on an Oregon home security camera appeared to show a woman being carried away against her will.
April 23
A kidnapping suspect has been arrested after video on an Oregon home security camera appeared to show a woman being carried away against her will.
April 23

Secret Service prepares for if Trump is jailed for contempt in hush money case

Judge Merchan on Tuesday reserved decision after a contentious hearing.
April 23
Former President Donald Trump appears in court for his trial at Manhattan Criminal Court on April 23, 2024 in New York City.
April 23

DOJ announces settlement with Larry Nassar victims

The Justice Department has settled a claim that the FBI mishandled the case against the former USA Gymnastics team doctor for $139 million.
April 23
VIDEO: DOJ announces settlement with Larry Nassar victims
April 23

Trump responsible for overturning Roe v. Wade, Biden says

President Joe Biden addressed the impending abortion ban in Florida during his speech in Tampa. He says voters will hold Donald Trump accountable for overturning abortion rights.
April 23
VIDEO: Trump responsible for overturning Roe v. Wade, Biden says
April 23

Man kills wife, 3 kids in murder-suicide mass shooting: Police

"Those children were hunted down," police said.
April 23
"Those children were hunted down," police said.
April 23

Police searching for suspect who allegedly killed ex-wife and girlfriend

Police are warning the public that the suspect is "armed" and "dangerous," and is "likely to commit more crimes."
April 23
Police are warning the public that the suspect is "armed" and "dangerous," and is "likely to commit more crimes."
April 23

Oregon police arrest suspect in kidnapping case

The victim was found safe after her kidnapping was caught on a home security camera.
April 23
VIDEO: Oregon police arrest suspect in kidnapping case
April 23

Trump's hush money trial wraps up Day 2 of witness testimony

Additionally, Donald Trump addressed reporters regarding gag order violations.
April 23
VIDEO: Trump's hush money trial wraps up day two of witness testimony
April 23

Woman who crashed car into birthday party charged with murder

Marshella Chidester was allegedly driving under the influence when she drove into a building hosting a birthday party, authorities said.
April 23
Marshella Chidester was allegedly driving under the influence when she drove into a building hosting a birthday party, authorities said.
April 23

Woman charged after allegedly crashing car into birthday party, killing 2 young kids

An 8-year-old girl and her 4-year-old brother were killed in Saturday's crash.
April 23
Marshella Chidester, 66, appears at her arraignment, April 23, 2024.
April 23

Nationwide Amber Alert issued after ex-cop kills girlfriend, ex-wife; abducts child

Elias Huizar is considered armed and dangerous, according to Washington State Patrol, adding he is "likely to commit more crimes."
April 23
VIDEO: Nationwide Amber Alert issued after ex-cop kills girlfriend, ex-wife; abducts child
April 23

Protests over the war in Gaza grow at college campuses

Some of the most notable universities in the country are working to deescalate protests that have led to dozens of arrests.
April 23
VIDEO: Protests over the war in Gaza grow at college campuses
April 23

Surveillance video released in connection with Chicago cop killing

Police say the video shows a person of interest in the killing of Officer Luis Huesca.
April 23
Police say the video shows a person of interest in the killing of Officer Luis Huesca.
April 23

This keystone tree species in the greater Yellowstone region is in decline

A critical species to the ecosystem is facing a variety of threats.
April 23
The Grand Teton National Park Vegetation Branch is embarking upon a multiyear effort to plant whitebark pine seeds.
April 23

Man kills wife, 3 kids in mass shooting; 10-year-old survivor calls 911

"Those children were hunted down," police said.
April 23
Five people were found dead in a home in Oklahoma City, Okla., April 22, 2024.
April 23

David Pecker says he’s ‘had a great relationship with Mr. Trump over the years'

Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker is testifying in Donald Trump's criminal trial.
April 23
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April 23

‘Baseball-sized’ hail expected to hit the heartland

People from Texas to South Carolina anticipate possible severe weather, including hail and damaging winds, to ramp up in the coming days.
April 23
VIDEO: ‘Baseball-sized’ hail expected to hit the heartland
April 23

Tense hearing on contempt ends without ruling in Trump hush money trial

At the end of a combative hearing, Judge Juan Merchan said he would not rule from the bench on the district attorney’s contempt motion.
April 23
VIDEO: Tense hearing on contempt ends without ruling in Trump hush money trial
April 23

Patients scramble as shortage of popular weight loss drugs deepens

Doctors say manufacturers are having a hard time keeping up with the demand.
April 23
VIDEO: Patients scramble as shortage of popular weight loss drugs deepens
April 23

Trump speaks ahead of gag order hearing

Former President Donald Trump addressed Joe Biden's response to university protests over the war in Gaza.
April 23
VIDEO: Trump speaks ahead of gag order hearing
April 23

Why Lahaina was once considered ‘Venice of the Pacific’

Community leader Paele Kiakona explains the history of Lahaina.
April 23
Community leader Paele Kiakona explains the history of Lahaina.