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Today: US and Iran propose ceasefire extension, and countries rush to contain Ebola outbreak
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- Today: US and Iran propose ceasefire extension, and countries rush to contain Ebola outbreak
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- 43:01
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- 1 month ago
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- Today as it Happened on Thursday, May 28, 2026:
The United States and Iran have tentatively agreed to a memorandum of understanding that would extend their ceasefire for 60 days, two sources familiar with the matter told Scripps News.
The ceasefire, which began April 8, would remain in place while talks over Iran’s nuclear program continue.
As part of the proposed agreement, the Strait of Hormuz would reopen to commercial traffic, and the United States would ease its naval blockade in stages as Iran demonstrates compliance with the deal, the sources said.
Aid workers rushed supplies Thursday to the center of Congo's outbreak of a rare type of Ebola virus while beleaguered medical personnel struggled with a lack of equipment, a distrustful population and armed groups in a volatile region.
A white cargo plane with aid donated by the European Union delivered masks, gloves, boots and medications — all of which are in shor...
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- Headlines: A possible Iran deal takes shape, and inflation hits a new high
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- 10:18:15
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- 1 month ago
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- Here are your top news headlines for Thursday, May 28. Watch Scripps News live now.
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- Consumer squeeze: Inflation hits highest level in three years
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- 4:10
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- 1 month ago
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- A key inflation gauge accelerated in April to the highest level in three years, squeezing Americans' finances and creating political challenges for President Trump and congressional Republicans with midterm elections just five months away.
Inflation jumped to 3.8% in April compared with a year ago, the Commerce Department said Thursday, up from 3.5% in March and the highest since May 2023. On a monthly basis, prices rose 0.4%, down from the 0.7% jump in March but still higher than the inflation-fighters at the Federal Reserve would prefer.
Thursday’s inflation report also showed that in addition to gasoline, prices for groceries, clothing and electricity are also on the rise, indicating that inflation could persist. Inflation is also notably above the Federal Reserve's target of 2%, which means Fed policymakers may decide to forego any cuts to their key short-term interest rate this year. Some officials have signaled that the central bank's next move could b...
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- Detainee dies of COVID at ICE facility. Was he ignored?
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- 4:50
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- 1 month ago
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- A 52-year-old immigrant detained at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center in California died from COVID-19 after suffering from the illness for days while in custody, according to an autopsy report obtained by Scripps News.
Jose Guadalupe Ramos Solano, originally from Mexico, died while being held at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center in Southern California. The facility is operated by the GEO Group under a government contract.
The Adelanto facility has reported four detainee deaths since September. A review of the facility by California's attorney general found insufficient staffing and failures to attend to urgent medical needs. Jesus Arias, who represents the Ramos family as well as two other families of detainees who died at Adelanto, has attributed all of the deaths to a lack of medical care.
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- U.S. and Iran appear to reach tentative 60-day ceasefire deal
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- 5:31
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- 1 month ago
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- The United States and Iran have tentatively agreed to a new 60-day ceasefire as talks over Iran’s nuclear program continue, according to sources familiar with the negotiations.
The proposed agreement would reopen the Strait of Hormuz to commercial traffic while the U.S. gradually eases its naval blockade as Iran complies with the deal. President Donald Trump has not yet formally approved the agreement.
The developments come amid fresh military action in the region, including U.S. strikes near the Strait of Hormuz and intercepted Iranian drones and missiles.
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- Florida woman accused of texting while driving with a hand she does not have
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- 0:44
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- 1 month ago
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- A Florida woman is no longer facing a distracted driving ticket after a traffic stop in February that has recently gone viral.
The woman was pulled over in Palm Beach County in February after a deputy accused her of holding a cellphone in her right hand while driving.
But in a video posted to social media, the woman explained she does not have a right hand.
(Video: Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office)
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- Florida woman’s distracted driving ticket dropped after viral video reveals she has no right hand
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- 0:40
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- 1 month ago
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- A Florida woman is no longer facing a distracted driving ticket after a traffic stop in February that has recently gone viral.
The woman was pulled over in Palm Beach County in February after a deputy accused her of holding a cellphone in her right hand while driving.
But in a video posted to social media, the woman explained she does not have a right hand.
(Video: Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office)
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- Treasury secretary curves Scripps' question on report about Alito’s son working in his department
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- 0:33
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- 1 month ago
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- Scripps News White House Correspondent Jacob Gardenswartz asked Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during today's White House briefing if a report stating Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's son is working for his department.
Bessent did not answer the question.
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- Treasury Secretary questioned on $250 bill featuring President Trump amid economic struggles
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- 1:36
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- 1 month ago
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- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was asked during Thursday's press briefing at the White House if he thought it would be appropriate to put President Trump's face on a $250 bill when Americans are struggling to pay for basic necessities.
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- Could we see Donald Trump on a $250 bill in the future?
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- 0:49
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- 1 month ago
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- The U.S. Treasury Department has been taking steps toward creating a $250 bill that could feature Donald Trump.
Per AP, the legislation would direct the department’s bureau of engraving and printing to put Trump’s face on the new bill to mark the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding.
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- FBI officials detail safety plans for FIFA World Cup
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- 1:25
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- 1 month ago
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- The FBI is urging the public that if they see something, say something. Officials discussed security preparations on Thursday ahead of the FIFA World Cup which will begin in the next two weeks.
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- Vice President JD Vance speaks at Air Force Academy graduation
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- 2:16
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- 1 month ago
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- Vice President JD Vance took the podium at the United States Air Force Academy today, addressing the Class of 2026 during its 68th graduation ceremony in Colorado.
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- Trump’s influence tested — Will it help or hurt the GOP in midterms?
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- 10:11
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- 1 month ago
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- President Donald Trump has been showcasing his influence in Republican primaries, recently endorsing Ken Paxton in Texas. And he said at his Cabinet meeting Wednesday that Paxton's big victory over Sen. John Cornyn is a preview of Republican victories in November. But Trump's strong grip on the party could backfire in the midterms.
Many voters are unhappy with Trump’s second term and the economy, which has been roiled by trade conflicts and the war with Iran. Democrats see an opportunity in Trump’s struggles, aiming to flip seats by highlighting economic concerns and other issues in their campaigns. Despite this, Trump remains a powerful fundraiser and the undisputed leader of the Republican Party.
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- Democrats introduce bill to block construction of Trump's DC arch
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- 2:15
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- 1 month ago
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- Democrats say the arch would obstruct views of the cemetery and dwarf the Lincoln Memorial, which sits across the Potomac River from the proposed site. The bill would also bar the president from unilaterally building any arch without congressional approval and block funding for structures on national parks land in the Washington, D.C., area.
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- U.S. shoots down drones amid fragile ceasefire with Iran
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- 3:00
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- 1 month ago
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- U.S. forces carried out new defensive strikes on Wednesday on an Iran military facility after downing Iranian attack drones, according to U.S. officials.
The officials, who were not authorized to comment publicly and spoke on the condition of anonymity, said U.S. Central Command forces shot down four Iranian one-way attack drones that posed a threat around the Strait of Hormuz.
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- Is your home covered? Why summer is peak season for insurance claims
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- 2:25
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- 1 month ago
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- Summer is peak season for home insurance claims, driven by storms, flooding, and property risks during vacations. Experts warn rising repair costs, cuts to FEMA programs, and costly building materials could push rates higher next year. Many homeowners lack flood coverage, and reducing policy limits to save money risks leaving them underinsured. Review coverage to ensure it matches your risks and local rebuilding costs.
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- Zwe Spacetime, brother of 2021 champion, among 9 Scripps Spelling Bee finalists
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- 1:54
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- 1 month ago
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- Nine young spellers remain in the running for the Scripps National Spelling Bee crown after surviving nine challenging rounds of spelling and vocabulary. The finalists will face off Thursday night for $50,000, a trophy, and other prizes. The Bee, filled with camaraderie and months of preparation, airs on Ion at 8 p.m.
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- Today: Election results from Texas, and the White House pushes back on Iran's proposed deal
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- 43:01
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- 1 month ago
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- Today as it Happened on Wednesday, May 27, 2026:
The White House is disputing a draft memorandum released by Iranian state media that purported to outline the first steps toward ending the war between the U.S. and Iran.
In a statement, the White House called the document “a complete fabrication.”
Iranian state media said the proposed framework includes a U.S. pledge to lift its maritime blockade in exchange for Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping.
A string of Trump-backed primary victories over incumbent Republicans is raising new questions about the future of the GOP and what November's general election could look like — both in Texas and across the country.
The results follow a pattern that has accelerated through the 2026 primary season. President Trump has endorsed primary challengers against sitting Republicans who have broken with his agenda, and those challengers have won. Sen. Bill ...
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- See the UFC arena under construction outside the White House
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- 0:38
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- 1 month ago
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- Construction is underway on a temporary UFC arena outside the White House in Washington, D.C.
UFC fights will take place there on June 14, 2026, on President Donald Trump's 80th birthday.
The president says the temporary arena will seat more than 4,000 spectators. An additional 100,000 people will be able to watch the fights for free from the Ellipse, a grounds south of the White House.
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- Headlines: Progress toward reopening the strait, and what to know about Paxton's win in Texas
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- 11:39:55
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- 1 month ago
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- Here are your top news headlines for Wednesdday, May 27. Watch Scripps News live now.
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- Travel tips for making the most of Europe’s new Entry/Exit System this summer
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- 5:54
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- 1 month ago
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- As Europe’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) begins rolling out, many American travelers may feel uncertain about what to expect when heading overseas this summer.
For non-European travelers, the new system requires facial, fingerprints, and passport scans at self-service kiosks when arriving in Europe.
But according to travel expert Tomeka Jones, travelers shouldn’t panic.
While the self-service kiosks are creating long lines in some of the 29 Europeans countries implementing the system, Jones recommends allowing an extend layover of 2 to 3 hours before a connecting flight.
“The days of getting a passport stamp, especially in Europe, are pretty much gone,” Jones says.
While the new system is changing how travelers enter Europe, many Americans are also changing where they’re choosing to visit.
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- Why falling oil prices haven't reflected in savings at the pump
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- 3:16
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- 1 month ago
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- Oil prices have fallen below $90 per barrel following a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, pushing stocks near record highs. But drivers hoping for quick relief at the pump will have to wait — the average U.S. gas price remains around $4.47 per gallon, and experts say savings will be slow to arrive because today's fuel was refined from crude oil purchased weeks ago at higher prices.
The Strait of Hormuz remains closed despite the ceasefire, a critical chokepoint that handled 20 million barrels of seaborne oil in 2025 — about 25% of the world's supply. Iranian state television reports Iran will restore commercial traffic through the strait to pre-war levels within a month. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is calling for an immediate reopening. If the ceasefire holds and the strait reopens, a potential oil surplus could drive gas prices significantly lower later this year.
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- Former MTV star Spencer Pratt is running for Los Angeles mayor. Are Angelenos taking him seriously?
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- 7:43
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- 1 month ago
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- From reality star to potential mayor of Los Angeles: Spencer Pratt lost his home in the Palisades Fire. Now that loss, and the city's response, have driven the former star of the MTV reality show "The Hills" to run for mayor. He has quickly become a top candidate.
Scripps News spoke with Maxwell Adler, a senior staff writer at Vanity Fair who just published an exclusive interview with Pratt. We asked: how seriously are Angelenos taking Pratt's candidacy?
"When Spencer first entered the race, I don't think even he himself was taking his candidacy particularly seriously. And the people of Los Angeles were taking notice. But no one was talking about him as a serious contender," Adler said.
"I'd say the biggest turning point was a debate last month. It was the debate between him, Councilmember Nithya Raman and the sitting mayor Karen Bass, and Spencer Pratt performed pretty well. He came out. He sounded articulate and he kept his attacks very focused....
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- Early heat wave shatters records in Europe, leading to deaths
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- 3:10
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- 1 month ago
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- The United Kingdom smashed a century-old temperature record for the second time in 24 hours on Tuesday as a spring heat wave continued to scorch parts of Western Europe, triggering government warnings about risks to life. Several drownings were reported in Britain and France as people tried to cool down.
A temperature of 35.1 Celsius (95.2 Fahrenheit) was recorded at London's Kew Gardens, Britain's Met Office weather service said, breaking the 34.8 C (94.6 F) record set a day earlier at Kew. The provisional readings smashed the long-standing record of 32.8 C (91.4 F) set in 1922 and matched in 1944.
London also recorded a rare "tropical night," defined as one in which the temperature does not fall below 20 C (68 F).
Records also fell in France, where temperatures reached 36 C (97 F) on Monday in the country's southwest and widely remained above 20 C at night.
The national weather service, Météo-France, said a "heat dome," with heat ...
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- Scripps Spelling Bee participants test their vocab skills on day two of the competition
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- 1:03
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- 1 month ago
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- The Scripps Spelling Bee continued into Wednesday, and today the spellers got to test their vocab skills!
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- DoorDash Driver Caught Stealing Tips From Server at Leo’s Coney Island in Michigan
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- 0:51
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- 1 month ago
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- A DoorDash driver was caught on camera stealing tip money from a server at Leo's Coney Island in Taylor, Michigan, on Memorial Day.
Kelly Plozai says she was working a 14-hour double shift when the driver reached over a protective barrier behind the counter and took all the cash she had earned that day while she was sorting and labeling two DoorDash pickup orders.
"It was actually horrifying when I saw the empty cup. My heart sank," Plozai said. "I was actually very proud of myself cause I had a very good shift. It was one of my best ever, and I was pretty pumped about it."
(Video: Leo's Coney Island/WXYZ)
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- Political roundtable: What Paxton's win means for future of the GOP
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- 12:26
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- 1 month ago
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- President Donald Trump is on a winning streak in Republican primaries, most recently endorsing Ken Paxton ahead of his Tuesday runoff victory over Sen. John Cornyn in Texas.
But Trump's tightening grip on his party could make it harder to win in the November midterms, when Republicans face a broader electorate that has soured on the president's second term and the economy.
Trump revealed no second thoughts after Paxton trounced Cornyn on Tuesday night. Although Senate Republican leadership feared Paxton would be the more vulnerable nominee, the president insisted he will “become a fantastic, common sense Senator, one who is respected by all.”
“I will do some nice, big, beautiful rallies for Ken. Texas, this will be FUN!” Trump wrote on social media, previewing plans that suggest he believes Paxton could use an extra boost to get through the general election.
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- Marco Rubio says the US is monitoring an account with money to benefit the Venezuelan people
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- 3:57
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- 1 month ago
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- During the Trump administration's cabinet meeting on Wednesday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio touched on people who are in the U.S. illegally, the Ebola outbreak and the U.S. relationship with Cuba and Venezuela.
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- Is a peace deal close? White House denies Iranian reports
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- 2:27
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- 1 month ago
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- The White House is disputing a draft memorandum released by Iranian state media that purported to outline first steps toward ending the war between the United States and Iran.
The reported framework included lifting the U.S. maritime blockade on Iran, reopening commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and withdrawing some U.S. military forces from the region. But the White House called the document “a complete fabrication.”
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- Trump holds first cabinet meeting since Tulsi Gabbard’s resignation
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- 2:16
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- 1 month ago
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- President Trump spent a portion of Wednesday’s meeting to Vice President’s anti-fraud task force, marking his first Cabinet session since Tulsi Gabbard announced her departure as director of national intelligence, effective June 30, citing her husband’s health.
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- Pope Leo XIV test‑drives the future with Ferrari’s first electric supercar
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- 2:22
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- 1 month ago
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- Ferrari on Tuesday presented its first-ever fully electric car to Italy's President and Pope Leo XIV. Yet it's still waiting for the ultimate approval from someone less high-profile: the consumer.
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- Pope Leo XIV takes the wheel of Ferrari’s first fully electric supercar
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- 0:56
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- 1 month ago
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- Ferrari President John Elkann introduced the brand’s all‑electric Luce to Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday, letting the Pontiff sit in the driver’s seat as test driver Raffaele De Simone explained its features.
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- Trump's primary wins reshape GOP ahead of the November 2026 general election
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- 5:44
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- 1 month ago
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- Trump-backed candidates keep winning primaries in 2026 — but what does that mean for November? Ken Paxton defeated Sen. John Cornyn 63% to 36% in Texas, continuing a streak that has already claimed Sen. Bill Cassidy, Rep. Thomas Massie, and others. Meanwhile, redistricting forced two Democratic incumbents into the same Texas district, ending Rep. Al Green's career in Congress. We break down what all of it means for the Republican Party, the general election, and races as far out as 2028.
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- Trump-backed Ken Paxton ousts 4-term Sen. Cornyn in Texas shockwave
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- 7:29
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- 1 month ago
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- Texas AG Ken Paxton won the GOP U.S. Senate nomination, defeating four-term Sen. John Cornyn in a costly runoff. Backed by Donald Trump, Paxton overcame Cornyn’s $109M ad push and GOP leadership support. Cornyn, who once said Trump’s “time has passed,” is the first Texas Republican senator to lose renomination. Paxton faces Democrat James Talarico in November. The runoff also decided key Democratic House races in Dallas, Houston, and a San Antonio-area seat.
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- What it really takes to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee
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- 2:03
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- 1 month ago
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- Young spellers as young as nine tackle words many adults can’t pronounce at the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Champions train for months or years, fueled by discipline, curiosity, and family support. Coach Scott Remer says passion for “dictionary diving” is key, while Bee director Corrie Loeffler notes families must commit time. Making it to Bee Week is a feat worthy of celebration.
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- How to keep your yard beautiful on a budget this summer
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- 1:55
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- 1 month ago
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- Rising costs from inflation, fuel prices, and tariffs make summer landscaping pricier, but experts say you can still have a lush yard on a budget. Choose low-water plants like zinnias or periwinkle, avoid overwatering, and use mulch sparingly. Pick native, deer-resistant species and alternatives to pest-prone plants. Local garden pros can guide you toward blooms suited to your soil and climate, helping you save money while keeping your yard vibrant.
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- Today: Iran decries US strikes, and watching Texas' runoff elections
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- 43:01
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- 1 month ago
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- Today as it Happened on Tuesday, May 26, 2026:
Iran on Tuesday denounced U.S. strikes a day earlier as a sign of “bad faith and unreliability” as negotiations continue toward a possible deal to end the war.
The U.S. military said it acted with restraint in defensively targeting missile launch sites and boats placing mines. Iran’s foreign ministry called the strikes a ceasefire violation and warned that “The Islamic Republic of Iran will leave no act of aggression unanswered.”
One of the nation's most closely watched Republican elections was underway in Texas Tuesday, where Sen. John Cornyn faced a challenge from Attorney General Ken Paxton.
The Republican Senate runoff in Texas has been heated and at times downright nasty. Attack ads have defined much of the campaign, with spots targeting both candidates.
"Ken Paxton is distracted. When the Attorney General is focused on himself. It's bad for Texas," stated one...
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- Headlines: US addresses strikes in Iran, and eyes on Texas' Republican runoff election
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- Here are your top news headlines for Tuesday, May 26. Watch Scripps News live now.
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- US and Iran signal a deal to end war could be close
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- Iran on Tuesday denounced U.S. strikes a day earlier as a sign of “bad faith and unreliability” as negotiations continue toward a possible deal to end the war.
The U.S. military said it acted with restraint in defensively targeting missile launch sites and boats placing mines. Iran’s foreign ministry called the strikes a ceasefire violation and warned that “The Islamic Republic of Iran will leave no act of aggression unanswered.”
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard on Tuesday said it had shot down and deterred drones and a fighter jet that entered its airspace, according to Iran’s official Mizan news agency, which did not say when this happened.
Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf went to Qatar as part of the talks. The U.K. Maritime Trade Operations Center said an explosion was reported Tuesday morning aboard a tanker in the Gulf of Oman. No one was injured and there was no immediate information on the cause.
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- Protesters clash with ICE outside New Jersey for-profit detention center
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- Protesters have been clashing with Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers outside a federal detention center in New Jersey as reports have emerged of hundreds of detainees going on a hunger strike to protest conditions inside.
The clashes have been taking place outside Delaney Hall, a for-profit lockup in New Jersey owned by the GEO Group. Democrats in Congress with oversight authority who've been inside the facility say they heard directly from detainees about a lack of edible food, medical care, and medication, as well as a lack of access to attorneys.
The Department of Homeland Security is telling a different story, calling the protesters rioters who obstructed law enforcement and ignored commands to leave. DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said in a statement that "there is NO hunger strike at Delaney Hall" and that "there are no subprime conditions."
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- 'Now you have to show you're a good person': Explaining Trump's immigration and Green Card changes
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- Foreigners in the U.S. who want a green card will need to leave and apply in their home country, the Trump administration announced Friday, in a surprise change to a longstanding policy that sowed confusion and concern among aid groups, immigration lawyers and immigrants.
The announcement from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is the latest step by the Trump administration making legal immigration more difficult for foreigners already in the U.S. and for those hoping to come here.
But the announcement does not include details about who is immediately affected, when the process will begin or whether people already in the process of obtaining their green card will have to begin again.
"Indeed this has caused tremendous confusion. But adjustment in the country has always been discretionary, so this is not truly a change," immigration attorney Elizabeth Ricci told Scripps News. "It's just that the discretion is now being exercised. On one hand...
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- New Mexico pushes forward on Epstein investigation, calls on survivors to come forward
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- New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez is calling on survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein to come forward and help with the state's criminal investigation into Epstein's former New Mexico ranch.
Torrez shared an open letter Tuesday urging survivors to contact the New Mexico Department of Justice directly, saying their input is "essential" to the investigation into allegations of illegal activity at Epstein's Zorro Ranch before his death in 2019.
The New Mexico Department of Justice is investigating claims of burials near Zorro Ranch. New Mexico Public Lands Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard requested the probe after reviewing a 2019 email from an alleged former Epstein staffer that claimed two girls were killed and buried on public land leased near the ranch, about 30 miles southeast of Santa Fe.
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- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. grabs snakes bare‑handed in Florida
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- HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. grabbed two black racer snakes bare-handed — as his wife Cheryl Hines urged him to drop them.
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- Trump says physical exam was perfect after Walter Reed checkup
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- 1 month ago
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- President Donald Trump says he received a clean bill of health following a physical exam at Walter Reed Military Medical Center.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said "everything checked out PERFECTLY" after completing what he described as his six-month physical. The exam marks the fourth publicly disclosed medical evaluation since Trump returned to office for a second term.
Presidential health exams have long provided the public with limited insight into a commander-in-chief's condition, but the information released is typically controlled by the White House and approved by the president. The latest exam comes as Trump seeks to project strength ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
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- Political roundtable: Will Trump's endorsement have weight in the Texas Republican Senate runoff?
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- We're having real conversations about the stories a lot of people are talking about. Today, we're digging into everything you need to know about the all-important Texas primaries as candidates Sen. John Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton face off.
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- Scripps National Spelling Bee off with a buzz as kids take on the dictionary’s toughest words
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- The excitement is buzzing in the ballroom as the Scripps National Spelling Bee kicked off Tuesday, welcoming nearly 250 young spellers from across the globe.
The competition continues through Thursday, with the semifinals and finals broadcast live on ION. Viewers can catch the semifinals on May 27 and the finals on May 28, both beginning at 8 p.m. ET. Earlier rounds — including the preliminaries and quarterfinals are streamed on Scripps Sports.
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- Armed violence, skepticism threaten Congo’s fight against deadly Ebola strain
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- A rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola with no vaccine is spreading rapidly in eastern Congo, with nearly 1,000 suspected cases and over 220 deaths. Aid workers face hostility, misinformation, and attacks on health facilities, while armed conflict and distrust hinder containment. Burned clinics, fleeing patients, and skepticism about Ebola’s existence threaten response efforts, as the World Health Organization warns the outbreak may be larger than reported.
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- SpaceX’s biggest starship launch ends in controlled splashdown and fire
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- SpaceX’s biggest starship yet soars — and burns.
On Friday, SpaceX launched its most powerful Starship ever, an upgraded version NASA hopes will carry astronauts to the moon.
After releasing 20 mock Starlink satellites during a globe-spanning test flight, the craft reached the Indian Ocean, then toppled and erupted in flames upon impact.
(Video: SpaceX)
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- Death of NASCAR's Kyle Busch leads to questions, concerns around sepsis
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- NASCAR champion Kyle Busch died May 21 at age 41 from sepsis caused by severe pneumonia, prompting renewed focus on the often-deadly infection. Dr. Omer Awan told Scripps News sepsis can strike anyone, with risk factors including age, chronic illness, weakened immunity, smoking, or recent hospital stays. Warning signs include high fever, rapid heart rate, low blood pressure, fatigue. The CDC says 1.7 million Americans develop sepsis annually.
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- US hits Iranian targets near Strait of Hormuz despite ongoing peace talks
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- The U.S. military carried out strikes in southern Iran targeting missile launch sites and boats capable of laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, according to military officials. The Pentagon described the operation as self-defense aimed at protecting American forces.
The strikes came as President Donald Trump said nuclear negotiations with Iran were proceeding "nicely" and reports suggested a possible peace agreement could be taking shape. Iranian state media reported explosions near a major military port and said four Iranian troops were killed.
Iran has vowed retaliation, raising new questions about whether ongoing negotiations can survive the latest military action.
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