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Trump officials probe 2 school districts over alleged display, kissing exercise The U.S. Department of Education says it is investigating whether Denver Public Schools and a school district in Washington state violated federal law
WATCH: KFC founder Colonel Sanders' personal items up for auction The famous Col. Sanders' items like his black bow tie, pressure cooker and even his former home are up for auction. ABC News' Peter Charalambous has the details.
'A true American original': Trump eulogizes Sen. Lindsey Graham at Washington funeral National political leaders and prominent figures from around the globe are remembering the late Sen. Lindsey Graham with funeral services in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday.
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Iran live updates: Trump criticizes Netanyahu over Israeli intel on Pickaxe Mountain President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.
Netanyahu and Zelenskyy meet separately with Trump at the White House Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu met separately Tuesday with President Trump amid global conflict in the Middle East and Ukraine. 
WATCH: 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' swings into Hollywood for world premiere ABC News' Hanna Battah reports the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News.
Michigan AG investigating child services swatting call involving Buttigieg, his kids Michigan attorney general's office called it a "malicious act."
Kentucky governor calls on McConnell to 'verbally address' Kentuckians or resign Gov. Andy Beshear said he sought "proof of [McConnell's] capacity."
WATCH: Behind the scenes of 'ESPN Jeopardy!' ABC News' Trevor Ault goes behind the scenes with Joe Buck as he hosts "ESPN Jeopardy!" featuring celebrities, former athletes and ESPN personalities.
'No closure': Great-grandmother cremated against her final wishes, family says The family of a 93-year-old woman is pressing for answers and accountability after they allege that their loved one was cremated against her final wishes.
WATCH: Squirrel runs onto field during MLB game A squirrel scampered across the outfield during the Tigers-Orioles game at Comerica Park before the grounds crew captured it, much to the crowd's disappointment.
Todd Blanche’s AG prospects uncertain as 2 key GOP votes hold out Cornyn and Tillis are waiting for proof the "Anti-Weaponization Fund" is dead.
WATCH: Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots continue to grow More than $1.4 billion is up for grabs between the two lotteries. Tonight's Mega Millions jackpot stands at $800 million, while the Powerball jackpot is $663 million.
Should you ask AI about voting? Election officials are cautious Elections officials are grappling with voters using artificial intelligence chatbots, such as ChatGPT or Claude, to get information about upcoming election dates.
Trump hasn’t asked the Supreme Court to rehear birthright citizenship case despite his vow President Donald Trump doesn’t appear to have followed through on his vow to convince the Supreme Court to reconsider its ruling on birthright citizenship.
Kentucky Gov. Beshear demands 'transparency and honesty' on McConnell's health Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear told reporters that constituents are asking for “transparency and honesty” regarding the health of Sen. Mitch McConnell. “We have seen rampant speculation across social media and elsewhere, it could all be fully avoided, and it's all within Senator McConnell's power,” Beshear said. “But because he won't do that, the fact is…
These popular backpacks are functional, stylish and up to 71% off just in time for back-to-school shopping Ahead of back-to-school season, retailers are discounting classroom-ready backpacks that work just as well for commuting or weekend travel. Get Coach, Calpak, Herschel and more up to 71% off
Kentucky governor tells Mitch McConnell to prove he can serve or ‘resign’ from Senate Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is giving Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., an ultimatum, demanding that he prove he’s still capable of serving in the U.S. Senate — or resign.
Nasdaq-100 slides into correction as global chip and memory stocks sell off Chip stocks around the world sold off sharply, the latest chapter in the monthslong jitters surrounding artificial intelligence, memory and chip stocks.
Search for North Carolina woman Liz Waddell is still a missing person case, Grenada police say Grenadian police said Tuesday that their nearly week-old search for a missing North Carolina woman is still active, with hopes of finding the swimmer alive.
How to prevent boob sweat, according to experts Beyond making you uncomfortable, boob sweat can cause painful sweat rashes under the breasts. Experts share the best boob sweat solutions and how to treat intertrigo.
A major earthquake strikes southern Japan The Japan Meteorological Agency said the earthquake, with a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 and a depth of just over 6 miles, was at the highest end of the seismic intensity scale. NBC News' Raf Sanchez reports on the initial damage caused by the earthquake.
Bryan Kohberger Looks to Withdraw Guilty Plea in Idaho Murders Bryan Kohberger, the man who admitted to the 2022 killings of four University of Idaho students as part of a plea deal, is now saying he wants his plea to be withdrawn. It comes as a Netflix series is set to premiere with new interviews from the victims’ family members. NBC’s Stephanie Gosk reports and…
Trump and Netanyahu to meet and powerful earthquake rocks Japan: Morning Rundown Trump and Netanyahu to meet amid tensions over the Iran war.
Powerful Earthquake and Tsunami Warning Hit Japan A 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit southern Japan on Tuesday, shaking buildings, injuring dozens and triggering a tsunami warning. NBC’s Raf Sanchez reports for TODAY.
Tornado Flattens Wisconsin Neighborhoods as Storm Moves East A destructive tornado tore through Wisconsin on Monday, leaving entire neighborhoods flattened. The twister is part of a powerful severe storm system that slammed multiple states and that is now moving east. NBC’s Maggie Vespa reports and Weekend TODAY meteorologist Angie Lassman tracks the forecast.
A major earthquake rocks Japan, prompting tsunami warnings A major earthquake struck Japan’s southern Kumamoto Prefecture, sparking tsunami warnings in the region. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 and a depth of 10 kilometers, or just over 6 miles.
Washington says goodbye to Sen. Lindsey Graham, a ‘true American original’ A special ceremony at the Capitol and a funeral service at the National Cathedral on Tuesday will be private, but both events will be livestreamed for the public.
Major earthquake rocks southern Japan, injuring dozens A 6.8-magnitude earthquake rocked southern Japan on Tuesday, forcing hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate and prompting the collapse of several buildings, including a shopping mall.
Leaders gather in Washington to pay their final tributes to Lindsey Graham Lawmakers, foreign leaders and President Trump are gathering Tuesday for the first of two days of funeral services for the late South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Photos: Spain and France battle record wildfires Hundreds of thousands of people have been forced from their homes as powerful wildfires sweep across Spain and France, revealing the growing scale of a climate crisis already reshaping the continent.
'Ricochet' explores how the right to bear arms expands -- while gun laws contract The New York Times reporter Mike McIntire says gun companies and the NRA are broadening the scope of the Second Amendment, socializing kids to appreciate guns and marketing a new brand of masculinity.
Here are the 13 books that made the Booker Prize longlist The 2026 list includes new works from household names Douglas Stuart, Marlon James and Elizabeth Strout as well as a few debut authors.
A 7.1 quake hits Japan's Kyushu, trapping people in a collapsed shopping mall The quake shook Japan's southern main island of Kyushu late Tuesday afternoon local time, causing damage and injuries.
Trump to meet with Zelenskyy, Netanyahu. And, TPS holders could soon face deportation President Trump is set to hold separate meetings with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are today. And, Temporary Protected Status holders may face deportation soon.
AI tokens could become the kilowatt-hour of the AI age AI companies use tokens to track usage and bill customers. Now economists are using them to track the spread of AI through the economy.
Yes, it's possible to save money while paying off credit card debt. Here's how In fact, experts recommend it because it can keep you off the hamster wheel of debt. Here's how to find the money in your budget to put toward savings and credit card payments.
Trump shattered ethics norms. Will voters trust Democrats to fix them? Democrats are making the case that now is the time to tackle anti-corruption reforms — to serve as a check on Donald Trump and to overhaul a system voters say is co-opted against their interests.
Amid U.S. funding cuts, the International AIDS Conference faces an uncertain future Dr. Kenneth Ngure, president-elect of the International AIDS Society, says, "We have had very good scientific advances ... yet the funding cuts have also taken us back."
Netanyahu to meet Trump in a first encounter since the Iran war began The meeting comes as both face pressures at home. Netanyahu is up for reelection, embattled in part due to his deteriorating relationship with Trump. Trump is under pressure to end an unpopular war.
With wildfires raging in France and Spain, fire crews race against next heat wave French authorities ordered nearly 4,000 people evacuated Tuesday from tourist sites on the Atlantic coast as returning heat threatened firefighters' fragile hold on a vast wildfire west of Bordeaux.
Rand Paul releases Anthony Fauci's pandemic-era diary notes. Here's what they tell us Sen. Rand Paul has released a tranche of Dr. Anthony Fauci's diary entries from the COVID-19 pandemic. Fauci is set to appear before a Senate committee Wednesday on the origins of the coronavirus.
Platner energized Maine's Democrats. Jackson's challenge will be to keep them engaged Democrats have a new candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine: Troy Jackson. In one of the country's most closely-watched races, he'll have less than 100 days to make his case.
Authors wary of content ownership despite court ruling on Anthropic case The literary world is celebrating Anthropic's $1.5 billion settlement with authors. But AI firms may still train models on legally purchased books. What does that mean?