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Firefighter dies battling 1 of multiple wildfires in the West

Tuesday, August 26 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A veteran firefighter has died while battling one of multiple major wildfires burning in the West, authorities said on Monday.The firefighter died on Sunday afternoon when he suffered a cardiac emergency while helping to fight the Bivens Creek Fire in southwest... Read More.

Search for missing 7-month-old continues after parents arrested for murder: Sheriff

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

(SAN BERNADINO COUNTY, CA) -- Officials in California continue to search for the remains of Emmanuel Haro, the 7-month-old child who has been missing for nearly two weeks, after his parents were charged for his murder, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office.Emmanuel... Read More.

Some FEMA staff warn that Trump cuts may weaken disaster response

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- On the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) employees on Monday warned Congress that the Trump administration's changes and leadership at the agency could harm the United States if disaster strikes."Since January 2025, FEMA has been under the... Read More.

17-year-old boy drowns during high surf conditions at New Hampshire beach: Officials

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

(HAMPTON BEACH, NH) -- A 17-year-old boy drowned during high surf conditions in New Hampshire after lifeguards had left the beach for the day, according to local officials.The teenager was swimming with relatives at Hampton Beach on Sunday when, around 6:45 p.m., "he was... Read More.

Travis Decker search: FBI conducting investigation at campground where 3 daughters were found dead

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- An FBI investigation has prompted the closure of several roads, trails and campgrounds in Leavenworth, Washington -- including the site where Travis Decker allegedly murdered his three daughters -- as the search for the fugitive father nearly reaches the three-month mark,... Read More.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia detained at ICE office in Maryland

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Kilmar Abrego Garcia was taken into immigration custody after checking in with Immigration and Customs Enforcement at its office in Baltimore on Monday morning, his attorney announced.Abrego Garcia was detained as soon as he entered ICE's office, attorney Simon Sandoval-Moshenberg said."We asked... Read More.

14-year-old arrested in shooting that sparked panic at Kentucky high school football game

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A 14-year-old boy was arrested after he allegedly sparked panic by opening fire near a high school football game in Kentucky, causing players to run off the field to seek cover, according to police.The shooting in Mayfield, Kentucky, erupted during the... Read More.

SpaceX scrubs 10th flight test of Starship moments before it was set to launch

Monday, August 25 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- SpaceX announced it was canceling the 10th launch of the Starship moments before the flight was set to begin."Standing down from today's tenth flight of Starship to allow time to troubleshoot an issue with ground systems," SpaceX said in a statement.Starship's... Read More.

Villanova University targeted in 2nd false active shooter report in 4 days

Sunday, August 24 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- For the second time in less than a week, Villanova University was the scene of an active shooter hoax report on Sunday, prompting police to clear buildings at the Pennsylvania campus before investigators determined the incident was not legitimate, officials said.The... Read More.

Mandatory evacuation remains in effect as fire from Louisiana plant explosion continues to burn

Sunday, August 24 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A fire at plant in Louisiana continues to burn and an evacuation order within a 1-mile radius of the facility remains in place following an explosion Friday, officials said at a press conference.As of Saturday, 42 people are at a shelter,... Read More.

5 shot, 1 fatally, as multiple gunmen open fire in New York City park: NYPD

Sunday, August 24 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A man was killed and four other people were injured when gunfire broke out on Saturday night at a New York City park where a large crowd had gathered for a basketball tournament, according to police.The gunfire erupted around 7:27 p.m.... Read More.

California wine country wildfire surpasses 6,500 acres, mandatory evacuations ordered

Sunday, August 24 by ABC News

(LOS ANGELES) -- A fast-spreading wildfire in California's wine country prompted mandatory evacuation orders as firefighters continued to battle the blaze from the ground and air on Sunday.The Pickett Fire in Northern California's Napa County has burned some 6,531 acres since it broke out... Read More.

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