Transgender inmate executed for murder of ex-girlfriend

A Missouri inmate has been put to death for a 2003 killing, becoming what is believed to be the first transgender woman executed in the U.S.

Suspect in Idaho murders waives right to fight extradition

A criminology graduate student accused of the November slayings of four University of Idaho students agreed Tuesday to be extradited from Pennsylvania, where he was arrested last week, to face charges in Idaho.

Kevin McCarthy fails in marathon votes to secure speakership, House adjourns

A new generation of Trump-aligned Republicans is leading the opposition to Kevin McCarthy, saying he isn't conservative enough or tough enough to battle Democrats.

Energy Attack in Washington: Two men arrested after power grid knocked out on Christmas Day

Two Washington men are charged with conspiracy to damage energy facilities after several utility substations in Pierce County were attacked on Christmas Day causing at least $3 million in damage.

Jeremy Renner was helping stranded motorist before snow-plow accident, Reno mayor says

Actor Jeremy Renner was assisting a stranded motorist when he was injured over the weekend in a snow-plow accident in the mountains on the edge of Reno, according to the city's mayor.

Bryan Kohberger's lawyer sends defense investigators to crime scene: source

Investigators hired by Bryan Kohberger's defense team arrived Tuesday at the home where he's accused of fatally stabbing four University of Idaho students.

The new omicron subvariant XBB.1.5: What you must know now

The strain, known as XBB.1.5, accounts for almost 41% of confirmed COVID-19 cases right now nationwide, according to data from the CDC.

Here's when Social Security payments with 2023 COLA increase will arrive

Millions of Social Security recipients will start getting an 8.7% boost in their benefits this month. The payment date depends on the recipient's birthday.

Masters invitation goes to the wrong Scott Stallings

Golfer Scott Stallings has been waiting for his invitations to the Masters, but it turns out the tournament sent his invite to a different Scott Stallings in Georgia. Now both men are going to meet up at Augusta National.

Inflatable paddleboards sold at Costco recalled due to drowning hazard

The glue on the inflatable paddleboards can separate at the seams and the boards can deflate unexpectedly, "posing a drowning hazard," officials said.

Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin in 'critical condition' after collapse on field

The Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals game was suspended for the night after Bill's safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field following a tackle.

Transgender woman's scheduled execution would be 1st in US history

Unless Missouri Gov. Mike Parson grants clemency, Amber McLaughlin will become the first openly transgender woman executed in the U.S.

What's open and closed on Jan. 2, 2023, day after New Year

Because New Year’s Day fell on a Sunday this year, some businesses and offices observe Jan. 2 as the official holiday. Here’s what will still be closed on Monday.

‘Impatient thief’ fumbles clothing heist, kicks store door and pushes employee

The “impatient thief” got away with hundreds of dollars of clothing — but not before fumbling his attempt to dash out of the store’s front door.