Biden blames pandemic, Putin as high US inflation persists

In President Joe Biden’s estimation, the U.S. is in a strong position to overcome the worst inflation in more than 40 years. But so far, inflation just keeps getting the better of the U.S. economy and of the Biden administration.

Helicopter tour carrying 6 people crashes in Hawaii lava field

A helicopter tour crashed on Wednesday in a lava field on Hawaii’s Big Island, injuring all six people on board — including two in serious condition, officials said.

Johnny Depp's popularity dips after trial especially among older Americans, poll says

Johnny Depp’s favorability rating fell the most among men and baby boomers, while Gen Zers were largely unchanged at the trial’s conclusion, according to a U.S. survey.

US inflation hit 8.6% in May, a new 40-year high

Consumer prices surged 8.6% last month from 12 months earlier, faster than April’s year-over-year surge of 8.3%, the Labor Department said Friday.

Britney Spears' ex-husband attempts to 'crash' her wedding to Sam Asghari

Britney Spears' ex-husband, Jason Alexander, attempted to 'crash' her wedding to Sam Asghari, and was arrested for an out of county warrant.

2 rescued from chocolate tank at M&M Mars facility in Pennsylvania: report

WHTM reports that authorities were called to help cut a hole in the tank so the two people could escape, though it’s unclear if there was chocolate in the tank at the time.

EF1 tornado touched down in Blackwood, New Jersey, NWS says

The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF1 tornado touched down in Blackwood, New Jersey early Thursday morning.

George Washington Bridge going cashless beginning July 10

The busy George Washington Bridge connecting New Jersey and New York City is moving to cashless tolls, and in the process removing a reminder of a notorious piece of history.

Bear smashes car window, helps itself to leftover McDonald’s

Locals in the tiny town of Jackson, New Hampshire, are used to a few bears showing up this time of year, but there’s one particular bear that’s really making itself at home.

'Live PD' returning as 'On Patrol: Live' on Reelz, hosted by Dan Abrams

The canceled “Live PD” is being revived as “On Patrol: Live” with Dan Abrams once again hosting. Here’s what we know about the new live police show coming this summer.

Woman, son she put up for adoption find out they work at the same hospital

A Utah woman and the son she put up for adoption more than 20 years ago have been reunited — and it turns out they have more in common than shared genes.

Stepmother of missing girl Harmony Montgomery pleads not guilty to perjury charges

Kayla Montgomery, the stepmother of missing girl Harmony Montgomery, pleaded not guilty this week to two perjury charges that accuse her of lying to a grand jury.