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Father charged in death of Columbia Heights teen Manny Collins
Authorities have charged a Columbia Heights man with second-degree murder after his 16-year-old son was found dead weeks after going missing.
What's on the table for the 5 African Presidents meeting Trump at the White House?
President Donald Trump is hosting 5 African leaders in Washington this week — a mini summit that's raising eyebrows over who was invited, what's on the table, and what it signals about U.S. rivalry with China and BRICS in Africa.
A battle is unfolding in Europe over the future of wolves
Europe recently downgraded the protected status of wolves, sparking concern among conservationists who warn this may undo decades of progress and lead to the species becoming threatened again.
Canceled grants get the spotlight at a Capitol Hill ‘science fair’
On Tuesday, scientists held an event organized by House Democrats in which they stood in front of posters outlining their work — and the federal cuts that now threaten it.
After quitting antidepressants, some people suffer surprising, lingering symptoms
Some people say antidepressants left them with debilitating symptoms for years — even decades — after going off the medications. Their ranks are growing online as they push for recognition and research.
Texas is relying on FEMA. State leaders said it should be cut
The governor and top emergency official in Texas are both members of a council advising the Trump administration on options for eliminating the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Clark takes Indiana teammate Boston No. 1 in WNBA All-Star Game draft. Collier picks Stewart
Caitlin Clark has picked Indiana teammate Aliyah Boston No. 1 while Napheesa Collier took her Unrivaled business partner Breanna Stewart first in the WNBA All-Star Game draft. Clark had the first overall pick by being No. 1 in the fan vote.
Minnesota State Fair announces new foods, vendors for 2025
This year’s list of new food offerings at the Minnesota State Fair features food combinations you never imagined — and flavor mash-ups you never knew you’d want to try.