California mayor accused of secretly working for China, spreading propaganda while in office: feds
California Mayor Eileen Wang has been charged with secretly working as an agent for Communist China, agreeing to plead guilty to the felony offense.
Two Maryland residents monitored for hantavirus after sharing flight with infected cruise ship passenger
Maryland monitors two residents for hantavirus exposure after they flew with a passenger infected with the Andes virus from the MV Hondius cruise ship.
New York joins federal school choice initiative despite traditional Democrat opposition
In a surprise move, Gov. Hochul opts New York into the $1,700 federal tax credit program, ending a long-standing Democratic freeze on school choice.
Jena Sims gets the SI Swimsuit launch week started with a behind-the-scenes bikini parade
Former SI Swimsuit Rookie of the Year Jena Sims is back for the 2026 issue and shared behind-the-scenes bikini content ahead of the official launch.
Members of Congress using online prediction markets? Don’t bet on it
The Senate voted unanimously to ban prediction markets for senators and aides, while a broader congressional stock trading ban remains seemingly out of reach.
Texas man accused in pregnant wife’s murder fights to remain in Italy, citing ‘lifestyle and culture’
A Texas man accused of strangling his pregnant wife allegedly fled to Italy using forged documents and is now fighting extradition and seeking asylum.
Notre Dame-USC rivalry game discussions back on after college football series ended in 2026
USC and Notre Dame have renewed talks to restart their historic rivalry series, but the earliest the game would likely return is the 2030 season.
Kylie Jenner poses soaking wet in black bikini for steamy makeup promotional shoot
Kylie Jenner poses in a strapless black bikini for a sizzling shower photoshoot promoting her latest Kylie Cosmetics products.
Katie Porter fact-checked on the air after interview attacking Democratic rival over leaked video
California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter accused rival Tom Steyer of leaking video of her berating her staff and attacked Xavier Becerra over a corruption probe on CNN.
Retired pastor, 78, convicted and fined for preaching Bible verse near Northern Ireland hospital
A 78-year-old retired pastor was convicted for preaching near a Northern Ireland hospital, raising concerns about free speech and religious freedom.