Train derailments have declined in recent years, but they’re not uncommon, US data shows
Federal U.S. data shows there were 1,087 train derailments in 2021 — which averages to just under three each day. Most are ordinary and don't cause any major problems.
Federal U.S. data shows there were 1,087 train derailments in 2021 — which averages to just under three each day. Most are ordinary and don't cause any major problems.
Man charged with murder in death of Jersey City kindergarten teacher
A man has been charged with murder in the death of a Jersey City kindergarten teacher, whose body was found earlier this month in a shallow grave in Kearny, authorities said.
A man has been charged with murder in the death of a Jersey City kindergarten teacher, whose body was found earlier this month in a shallow grave in Kearny, authorities said.
Smashburger launches mac and cheese burger nationwide: 'Taste innovation'
You won’t have to choose between macaroni and cheese and burgers at Smashburger.
You won’t have to choose between macaroni and cheese and burgers at Smashburger.
EPA chief, Ohio governor drink tap water near train derailment site after heavy criticism
EPA officials say environmental testing has not found toxic chemicals at a level of concern in the air and water near East Palestine, Ohio, days after the Norfolk Southern train derailment.
EPA officials say environmental testing has not found toxic chemicals at a level of concern in the air and water near East Palestine, Ohio, days after the Norfolk Southern train derailment.
Confirmed tornado leaves widespread damage in New Jersey
The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touched down Tuesday afternoon in the Quaker Bridge area of Mercer County, New Jersey, after quick-moving storms crossed the state.
The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touched down Tuesday afternoon in the Quaker Bridge area of Mercer County, New Jersey, after quick-moving storms crossed the state.
2 brothers charged in killing during Trenton basketball tournament
Two brothers have been charged in a stabbing death at a New Jersey arena during a high school basketball tournament game last week.
Two brothers have been charged in a stabbing death at a New Jersey arena during a high school basketball tournament game last week.
Seattle becomes first city in U.S. to ban caste discrimination
The Seattle City Council has added caste to the city’s anti-discrimination laws, becoming the first U.S. city to specifically ban caste discrimination.
The Seattle City Council has added caste to the city’s anti-discrimination laws, becoming the first U.S. city to specifically ban caste discrimination.
Spencer, beloved Boston Marathon dog, dies after cancer battles
Spencer was known to hold a “Boston Strong” flag along the marathon route for the past nine years as runners passed by.
Spencer was known to hold a “Boston Strong” flag along the marathon route for the past nine years as runners passed by.
NJ man allegedly takes truck for test drive, keeps it to head to Atlantic City
A New Jersey man is accused of taking a vehicle for a test drive from a dealership and not going back, instead driving to an Atlantic City casino.
A New Jersey man is accused of taking a vehicle for a test drive from a dealership and not going back, instead driving to an Atlantic City casino.
Train derailment latest: EPA taking charge of cleanup in East Palestine, Ohio
Federal environmental regulators are taking charge now of the cleanup from the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment and chemical burn.
Federal environmental regulators are taking charge now of the cleanup from the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment and chemical burn.
Watch: Firefighters rescue bride and groom stuck in elevator for 2 hours
"Please get my sister out next. She's the one in the wedding dress," one of the passengers told rescuers.
"Please get my sister out next. She's the one in the wedding dress," one of the passengers told rescuers.
Attempted robbery suspect shot, killed in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood
A Seattle store worker turned the tables on an armed suspect during an attempted robbery on Monday, shooting and killing the would-be thief in an exchange of gunfire, authorities said.
A Seattle store worker turned the tables on an armed suspect during an attempted robbery on Monday, shooting and killing the would-be thief in an exchange of gunfire, authorities said.
Teen tracks down a grandmother who lost her wallet, sparking an unlikely friendship
An Arkansas teenager drove miles to find the owner of a lost wallet. Little did he know the road would lead to a beautiful beginning.
An Arkansas teenager drove miles to find the owner of a lost wallet. Little did he know the road would lead to a beautiful beginning.
First-generation iPhone from 2007 sells for $63,000 at auction
The iPhone's original owner said she received it as a gift in 2007 but never opened the package since she had just gotten a new phone.
The iPhone's original owner said she received it as a gift in 2007 but never opened the package since she had just gotten a new phone.
NJ orders American Dream water park to stay closed amid investigations
The state of New Jersey has ordered DreamWorks Water Park at American Dream in East Rutherford to remain closed until all of its investigations are complete.
The state of New Jersey has ordered DreamWorks Water Park at American Dream in East Rutherford to remain closed until all of its investigations are complete.
Three people arrested in North Carolina for tying up, torturing victim in basement
The local sheriff described the crime as a "horrific incident," adding that an investigation was launched after an unidentified person showed up at a resident's home saying they had been kidnapped.
The local sheriff described the crime as a "horrific incident," adding that an investigation was launched after an unidentified person showed up at a resident's home saying they had been kidnapped.
Buttigieg urges railroads to improve safety changes after fiery Ohio derailment
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced safety reforms Tuesday and said the Department of Transportation will hold the railroad responsible for safety violations that contributed to the Feb. 3 crash near the Pennsylvania border.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced safety reforms Tuesday and said the Department of Transportation will hold the railroad responsible for safety violations that contributed to the Feb. 3 crash near the Pennsylvania border.
Mardi Gras 2023: A look at 'Fat Tuesday' foods around the world
Fat Tuesday, Pączki Day, Pancake Day — whatever you call it, here’s a look at different food traditions to celebrate.
Fat Tuesday, Pączki Day, Pancake Day — whatever you call it, here’s a look at different food traditions to celebrate.
Ohio metal alloy factory explosion kills 1, injures more than a dozen others
The cause of the explosion at the I Schumann & Co. metal and paint plant in Oakwood Village, Ohio, has not been determined.
The cause of the explosion at the I Schumann & Co. metal and paint plant in Oakwood Village, Ohio, has not been determined.
Home Depot says it will raise pay for workers in US and Canada
The home improvement chain said every hourly employee will get a raise starting this month. The move follows pay raises by other big retailers like Walmart and Target.
The home improvement chain said every hourly employee will get a raise starting this month. The move follows pay raises by other big retailers like Walmart and Target.