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New Mexico court orders Meta to pay $567 million over mental health harms to kids online
Published: August 7, 2026 01:18
Judge Bryan Biedscheid said in a ruling late Thursday that the bulk of the money — $420 million — will be used for treatment services for young people. The rest will go toward awareness and prevention, screening services and other costs over the next five…
A look at the major changes Head Start faces under Trump proposal
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/a-look-at-the-major-changes-head-start-faces-under-trump-proposal
Published: August 6, 2026 22:55
The Trump administration is proposing new guidelines that would overhaul Head Start and could change how it's run across the country. Launched in 1965 as part of President Johnson's War on Poverty, Head Start serves 700,000 children ages three to five and…
News Wrap: Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress
Published: August 6, 2026 22:50
In our news wrap Thursday, a GOP-led Senate committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after he declined to answer questions during a contentious hearing, the mRNA technology that made the COVID-19 vaccine possible will soon be used…
Plane takeoff during Marine One flight renews concerns about D.C.'s busy airspace
Published: August 6, 2026 22:45
The FAA is investigating why a commercial plane was allowed to take off at the same time President Trump's helicopter approached Reagan Washington National Airport. The incident is again raising questions about the safety of the capital's busy airspace,…
Greece deploys satellite detection system to combat deadly wildfires
Published: August 6, 2026 22:40
New satellites are being used in Greece to help fight another vicious wildfire season there. The technology is helping crews spot and contain fires. Special correspondent Malcolm Brabant reports from the town of Mati, near Athens.
What is postpartum psychosis? The condition at the center of Lindsay Clancy's murder trial
Published: August 6, 2026 22:35
The murder trial of Massachusetts mother Lindsay Clancy has brought attention to a rare but severe mental health condition. Clancy killed her three children and attempted suicide in 2023. Her defense says she was experiencing postpartum psychosis, which…
After Michigan, Democrats' next battleground over the party's future shifts to Wisconsin
Published: August 6, 2026 21:42
In a year where voters upset with the Democratic Party mainstream have propelled outsider candidates to victory across the country, this candidate is hoping to buck the trend in Wisconsin.
WATCH: Trump signs executive orders imposing new limits on birthright citizenship
Published: August 6, 2026 21:41
President Donald Trump said Thursday that he is once more trying to limit the number of people who are born in the country who can become American citizens, in a sign that even after his first attempt at limiting birthright citizenship was rejected by the…
Uganda approves sending troops to Gaza for international force proposed by Trump's Board of Peace
Published: August 6, 2026 21:32
The successful motion, brought by the defense minister, is Uganda's first public indication of its willingness to join the International Stabilization Force for Gaza. Morocco also has pledged troops for the mission.
Man charged with arson in Spokane told police he planned to spark wildfire for weeks
Published: August 6, 2026 21:25
A Spokane County detective who interviewed the man accused of starting one of the city's wildfires said the man confessed, described his planning process and explained how he created a device to ignite the blaze.
Why was Fauci held in contempt for pleading the 5th, and what happens next?
Published: August 6, 2026 20:52
A Senate committee voted along party lines to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress on Thursday, a week after the former top health official and scientist refused to answer questions in a hearing about the COVID-19 pandemic.
How Abdul El-Sayed rose from political oblivion to progressive breakthrough in Michigan
Published: August 6, 2026 18:56
El-Sayed, 41, has never held elected office and entered the race seven years after losing Michigan's Democratic gubernatorial primary by more than 20 percentage points.
Poll shows how extreme heat is changing Americans' lives
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/poll-shows-how-extreme-heat-is-changing-americans-lives
Published: August 6, 2026 18:37
A new AP-NORC poll finds that Americans are increasingly noticing the impact of extreme heat on their lives, and they say much of that shift is happening in the West and Midwest.
WATCH: Scientists release most detailed sun images ever
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/watch-scientists-release-most-detailed-sun-images-ever
Published: August 6, 2026 18:35
Researchers were able to peek at its scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Trump pushes ahead on false claims Reflecting Pool was vandalized
Published: August 6, 2026 18:27
Jeanine Pirro this week found out there's a trade-off between loyalty to President Donald Trump and being loyal to reality.
GOP Rep. Max Miller resists pressure to drop reelection bid as party anxiety grows over abuse claims
Published: August 6, 2026 18:23
Miller is facing a congressional ethics investigation related to domestic abuse allegations leveled against him by his ex-wife but is insisting he won't withdraw.
Iran war renews concerns about lasting toll of traumatic brain injuries to American troops
Published: August 6, 2026 18:17
Democratic lawmakers are calling for an investigation into the care wounded troops received following an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait that killed six soldiers early in the Iran war.
3 charged with threatening judge, witness and officials in Nolan Wells investigation
Published: August 6, 2026 17:51
Three people have been charged with threatening a judge, a witness and local officials connected to the investigation into the death of Nolan Wells.
D.C. prepares to host IndyCar street race as part of Trump's Freedom 250 celebrations
Published: August 6, 2026 17:41
The IndyCar event will be 250 miles over 147 laps on a 1.66-mile track featuring seven turns.
Former Clancy nanny testifies about mother's mental health issues before killings
Published: August 6, 2026 17:38
Months before Lindsay Clancy strangled her three children, she lost significant weight, couldn't sleep and complained of postpregnancy mental health issues, the family's former nanny testified at her murder trial Wednesday. But the nanny never worried the…
How Memphis voters feel now after Tennessee split up its majority-Black district
Published: August 6, 2026 16:34
Memphis voters say they're frustrated with what they felt was a bald move by the Republican-controlled Legislature to eliminate Tennessee's only Democratic representative in Congress and dilute the will of the majority-Black city.
New kind of flu shot is on the way as the FDA approves Moderna's mRNA-based vaccine
Published: August 6, 2026 16:31
The shot, named mFlusiva, is intended for adults age 50 or older.
Trump administration moves forward with Head Start overhaul, proposing to eliminate regulations
Published: August 6, 2026 15:55
Early childhood policy experts argue the deregulation could undermine Head Start's position as the gold standard in early education.
Live Results: Tennessee midterm primaries
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/live-results-tennessee-midterm-primaries
Published: August 6, 2026 15:20
Tennessee's senior U.S. senator eyes a job change in a state primary on Thursday while Memphis voters will choose their first U.S. House nominees under a new Republican-drawn congressional map that forced their longtime Democratic representative into…
WATCH LIVE: Sen. Paul holds contempt vote after Fauci invokes 5th Amendment
Published: August 5, 2026 23:45
A contempt finding could open the door to an investigation into whether Dr. Anthony Fauci had a valid constitutional right against self-incrimination when he refused to answer dozens of questions from lawmakers at a committee hearing last week focused on…
What El-Sayed's primary win means for Democrats in November
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-el-sayeds-primary-win-means-for-democrats-in-november
Published: August 5, 2026 22:55
A progressive who has never held elected office defeated an establishment-backed congresswoman in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary. Abdul El-Sayed defeated Haley Stevens in a race that exposed divisions within the party. He will face Republican Mike…
Russian missile attacks on Kyiv expose weakness in Ukraine's air defense
Published: August 5, 2026 22:45
A massive Russian missile attack killed nearly two dozen people in Ukraine overnight. Such strikes have become almost routine this summer as Moscow looks to exploit a critical air defense shortage in Ukraine. U.S.-made Patriots are the only air defense…
News Wrap: Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-senate-confirms-dr-erica-schwartz-as-cdc-director
Published: August 5, 2026 22:45
In our news wrap Wednesday, the Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new director of the CDC, FAA officials are investigating an incident involving President Trump's helicopter and a commercial aircraft, Iran says it's in the final stage of drafting…
Retired Army colonel explains why Patriot missiles are so valuable and in short supply
Published: August 5, 2026 22:42
To discuss the air defense shortage in Ukraine and the impact on its ability to defend itself from Russia, Amna Nawaz spoke with retired Army Col. Robert Hamilton. He's now president of the Delphi Global Research Center, a military consulting firm.
What scientists are learning after SpaceX debris crashed into the moon
Published: August 5, 2026 22:40
A four-ton upper stage of a SpaceX rocket is believed to have hit the moon at 5,400 mph. The SpaceX rocket launched a pair of lunar landers last year, but the company's scientists say a combination of solar activity and gravity put it on a collision course…
Tennessee secretary of state on redistricting, election security and low voter turnout
Published: August 5, 2026 22:35
Voters head to the polls in Tennessee on Thursday. This year's primaries come after the Supreme Court cleared the way for the state to redraw its congressional maps. But even as officials are making final preparations, President Trump continues to question…
How new findings on ovarian cancer origins may help reduce risk
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/how-new-findings-on-ovarian-cancer-origins-may-help-reduce-risk
Published: August 5, 2026 22:30
One of the deadliest forms of cancer for women may not start where we once believed. Researchers now know nearly all fatal ovarian cancers begin in the fallopian tubes, not the ovaries. Stephanie Sy discusses with Dr. Rebecca Stone, a professor in the…
How the Battle of the Little Bighorn reshaped U.S. policy toward Indigenous people
Published: August 5, 2026 22:25
It's been 150 years since the Battle of the Little Bighorn, one of the most famous and enduring events in American history. While Native Americans were victorious, the battle reshaped the government's policy toward Indigenous people and still resonates so…
AP Report: Trump's immigration crackdown has detained more than 50 military spouses and parents
Published: August 5, 2026 21:55
President Donald Trump's administration has detained dozens of parents and spouses of active-duty U.S. troops as it rolls back immigration protections for military families to pursue its mass deportation agenda, an Associated Press investigation found.
British Columbia is logging its last old-growth forests. Protesters are sleeping in the road to stop it
Published: August 5, 2026 21:29
Trees that took a millennium to grow can be felled in under an hour.
Russian barrage in Ukraine's capital region kills 17 as air defenses fall short
Published: August 5, 2026 21:20
Russian attacks on Kyiv and its surrounding region killed 17 people and wounded dozens, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Wednesday, as Ukraine's depleted air defenses failed to stop any of Moscow's incoming missiles overnight.
France is banning unsolicited telemarketing calls starting next week
Published: August 5, 2026 20:52
France next week will ban unsolicited telemarketing calls under a new law aimed at protecting consumers from intrusive sales pitches and shielding vulnerable people from fraudulent commercial practices.
Man arrested at Trump's California golf course faces illegal weapons charges
Published: August 5, 2026 20:34
A California man who was arrested at President Donald Trump's Los Angeles-area golf course was pretending to be part of the security detail preparing for Trump's visit and had a stash of illegal weapons in his car and home, authorities said.
U.S. offers $25 million reward targeting US citizen who reportedly leads Mexico's most powerful cartel
Published: August 5, 2026 20:08
The U.S. government on Wednesday offered a $25 million reward for information leading to the capture of Juan Carlos González, or "Pelón," scaling up pressure on a U.S. citizen who has emerged as the figurehead of Mexico's most powerful cartel.
Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director, bringing new leadership to troubled agency
Published: August 5, 2026 19:51
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, placing her in charge of a public health agency beleaguered by political meddling and low morale.
State of New Mexico sues Justice Department and Todd Blanche, saying they blocked its Epstein probe
Published: August 5, 2026 19:33
The state of New Mexico sued the Department of Justice and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Wednesday, saying the federal government blocked the state's ability to investigate the sex crimes of financier Jeffrey Epstein at a ranch there.
Takeaways from Tuesday's elections in Michigan and more
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/takeaways-from-tuesdays-elections-in-michigan-and-more
Published: August 5, 2026 18:55
Democrats need to rack up as many wins as possible to take back the U.S. Senate, so the party has little room for error.
The Danube River's water is dropping so low that World War II ships are emerging
Published: August 5, 2026 18:17
In the middle of the river separating Serbia and Romania near the Serbian port of Prahovo, a rusty hull is now visible along with a broken mast where the Nazi flag used to fly.
FAA is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as Trump's helicopter approached
Published: August 5, 2026 18:11
The White House emphasized that President Trump was not in danger during the incident.
Lawyers in Reflecting Pool case say Justice Department knew case was flawed
Published: August 5, 2026 17:57
The Justice Department knew or should have known for weeks that its case against a former Olympian charged with intentionally damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was flawed, and that he bore no responsibility for longstanding problems at the…
WATCH LIVE: Trump talks about the economy in Las Vegas
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-trump-talks-about-the-economy-in-las-vegas
Published: August 5, 2026 17:47
The Republican president has struggled to connect with voters on the economy as elevated inflation and Americans' feelings of uncertainty have overshadowed the stock market gains he often cites along with a low national unemployment rate.
North Carolina Rep. Edwards quits reelection bid after committee finds inappropriate conduct
Published: August 5, 2026 17:33
The House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides in his office.
Judge criticizes Trump's Justice Department as he says he has no choice but to dismiss Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case
Published: August 5, 2026 17:19
The move Tuesday closes the book on the Jan. 6 cases that were wiped out with Republican President Donald Trump's sweeping pardons and commutations last year, freeing from prison people convicted of violent of assaults on police and other crimes.
House Democrats just added 12 'safe' Trump districts to their midterm election target list
Published: August 5, 2026 17:02
The move brings the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's list of targets to 58, an ambitious list that reflects President Donald Trump's diminished standing with the electorate and Democrats' belief that they can capitalize on voters'…
Virginia Democrats pick establishment nominees for 2 House seats they hope to flip
Published: August 5, 2026 16:38
In Virginia, Democratic primary voters have a history of rewarding moderate candidates, a trend that continued on Tuesday.
Trump says deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday
Published: August 5, 2026 16:20
Iran and Oman inched toward an agreement on the critical waterway that could ease pressure on the global economy and potentially help bring an end to the war.
They lost their work permits and their legal status. Returning to Haiti is still 'unimaginable'
Published: August 5, 2026 15:22
Approximately 350,000 Haitians and Syrians who have remade their lives in the United States are now at a crossroads. Their work permits and legal status have expired, yet their home countries haven't recovered from the crises that drove them to seek…
Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary in major victory for Democrats' progressive wing
Published: August 5, 2026 13:58
The real test of El-Sayed's and progressives' strength will now come in a November matchup against Republican Mike Rogers, a former congressman who ran unopposed for the GOP nomination.
Iran and Oman make progress on deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, officials say
Published: August 4, 2026 23:51
Under the emerging agreement, ships would enter the Persian Gulf through an Iranian-controlled route and exit through a route controlled by Oman, with service fees charged for providing security and preserving the maritime environment, two regional…
Man charged with arson as Washington wildfires devastate Spokane area
Published: August 4, 2026 22:55
Firefighters in eastern Washington are struggling to gain the upper hand on the wildfires devastating the Spokane area. The three blazes have forced tens of thousands to flee and destroyed more than 700 buildings. Authorities arrested a man suspected of…
News Wrap: Blanche nomination clears Senate Judiciary Committee
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-blanche-nomination-clears-senate-judiciary-committee
Published: August 4, 2026 22:50
In our news wrap Tuesday, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is a step closer to securing the job permanently after the Senate Judiciary Committee narrowly approved his nomination, civil rights groups are demanding answers after a man from El Salvador…
Reflecting Pool case highlights disconnect between Trump's claims and court record
Published: August 4, 2026 22:45
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro dropped charges related to the Reflecting Pool after determining that the damage to the pool was not vandalism. That was in stark contrast to what she said weeks ago. It follows a pattern of disconnect between what the president…
Senate faces long to-do list and little time before recess
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/senate-faces-long-to-do-list-and-little-time-before-recess
Published: August 4, 2026 22:40
The Senate is just days away from taking its month-long August recess, but Congress is also rapidly running out of time to avoid a government shutdown this fall and handle a host of other items. Lawmakers are scrambling to take action on everything from…
How satellites and AI cameras are detecting wildfires before they get out of control
Published: August 4, 2026 22:35
This year is becoming one of the worst for U.S. wildfires in at least a decade. There have been more fires and more acreage burned at this point in the year compared to any in the last ten. With fire seasons growing longer, early detection is critical.…
Paid early access to Trump's posts raises insider trading questions
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/paid-early-access-to-trumps-posts-raises-insider-trading-questions
Published: August 4, 2026 22:30
President Trump is selling early access to his social media posts. Truth Social launched a subscription service giving a first look at posts from the president. The price tag is reportedly up to $100,000 a month. Critics are raising alarms over paying…
The science behind using the arts to combat loneliness and social isolation
Published: August 4, 2026 22:25
A new program in Charlotte, North Carolina, is using the arts to tackle loneliness and social isolation. Paul Solman reports on prescriptions for art instead of medicine for our series at the intersection of art and health, part of our CANVAS coverage.
Annie Jacobsen and Geoff Bennett discuss 'Biological War' on 'Settle In'
Published: August 4, 2026 22:20
What would happen if the next major national security threat wasn't a missile or a bomb but a deliberately engineered pathogen? That's the premise of "Biological War: A Scenario," the new book by Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist Annie…
National Guard deployment to Washington through 2029 will cost roughly $1.4 billion, estimate shows
Published: August 4, 2026 21:42
The cost estimate is for fiscal years 2027-2029 and came in response to questions from Massachusetts Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren.
House Ethics Committee opens investigation into domestic abuse allegations against Ohio Rep. Max Miller
Published: August 4, 2026 21:32
Before the Ethics Committee issued its statement Tuesday, Miller said he was requesting an investigation into the allegations by his ex-wife "to clear my name."
Trump administration revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador to US in escalation of spat with Lula
Published: August 4, 2026 21:05
Officials said the step had been delayed several times to give Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva room to back down, something he did not do.
Trump's arch could disrupt the significance of many of Washington's historical sites, National Park Service says
Published: August 4, 2026 20:50
The report says the arch would break alignment between the Lincoln Memorial, Memorial Bridge and Arlington House, formerly Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee's home.
Russia and Ukraine trade drone attacks with 5 people killed in each country
Published: August 4, 2026 20:39
The U.N. children's agency on Tuesday urged both countries to uphold international humanitarian law requiring the protection of children, citing recent deaths in Russia's Belgorod and Krasnodar regions, as well as in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk and Sumy…
3 FBI agents fired over Trump investigation get broad backing in lawsuit against administration
Published: August 4, 2026 19:41
The agents were terminated as part of a broader personnel purge by FBI Director Kash Patel that has targeted employees who investigated Trump or are perceived as being against the administration's interest.
Live Results: Kansas midterm primaries
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/live-results-kansas-midterm-primaries
Published: August 4, 2026 19:38
Kansas Republicans will narrow down a crowded field for governor in a state primary Tuesday as they look to retake the state's top office after eight years of Democratic rule.
Live Results: Missouri midterm primaries
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/live-results-missouri-midterm-primaries
Published: August 4, 2026 19:35
A St. Louis-area congressman faces a Democratic primary rematch Tuesday against the former congresswoman he previously ousted.
4 questions about the high-stakes Michigan Democratic primary
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/4-questions-about-the-high-stakes-michigan-democratic-primary
Published: August 4, 2026 19:27
What matters to Michigan voters right now? Here's what we found.
Live Results: Virginia midterm primaries
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/live-results-virginia-midterm-primaries
Published: August 4, 2026 19:23
For the third time in nine months, Virginia residents will vote in a statewide election on Tuesday.
Live Results: Washington state midterm primaries
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/live-results-washington-state-midterm-primaries
Published: August 4, 2026 19:06
Washington state will hold a primary Tuesday for U.S. House and other offices as firefighters battle wildfires that have devastated the state's second-largest city, Spokane, and forced local officials to operate under a state of emergency.
Trump takes trip to West Coast to tout the economy, something polls show he's weak on
Published: August 4, 2026 18:56
President Donald Trump is making a rare visit to California and Nevada to try to draw contrasts with Democrats on the economy and other issues.
Southern California Edison equipment blamed for 2025 Eaton fire in Los Angeles
Published: August 4, 2026 18:24
SoCal Edison has claimed in lawsuits earlier this year that Los Angeles County agencies failed to send timely evacuation warnings to residents in east and west Altadena.
Netanyahu says Israel will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas is completely disarmed
Published: August 4, 2026 18:19
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israeli forces will not withdraw from their current lines in Gaza until Hamas has completely disarmed.
Virginia Democrats to pick nominees in House seats they hope to flip in midterms
Published: August 4, 2026 18:09
Virginia voters are set to pick their nominees for this year's congressional midterm elections, capping a primary season marked by upheaval thanks to Democrats' failed redistricting initiative.
How heavy school backpacks can strain kids' bodies
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/how-heavy-school-backpacks-can-strain-kids-bodies
Published: August 4, 2026 18:02
As families begin back-to-school shopping, here's how to know if your child's backpack is too heavy, and how to lighten their load.
Man charged with setting largest Spokane wildfire went to prison for killing father
Published: August 4, 2026 17:55
A man who went to prison for manslaughter in his father's 2010 killing in Arizona has been charged with intentionally setting the largest of the wildfires wreaking havoc on Washington state's second-largest city.
El Salvador man dies in Delaney Hall immigration facility in New Jersey
Published: August 4, 2026 17:32
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said Monday that Edwin Lopez-Cornejo had been held at Delaney Hall in Newark after being arrested in June. The agency says he died Saturday.
Lindsay Clancy chronicled her desperation and 'brain fog' in her diary before the killings
Published: August 4, 2026 14:59
Clancy described feeling anxious and overwhelmed with motherhood, including her struggles to get her newborn to sleep and constant worries of his being sick.
What to watch in the Aug. 4 primaries in Michigan and beyond
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/what-to-watch-in-the-aug-4-primaries-in-michigan-and-beyond
Published: August 4, 2026 14:20
Michigan will offer the country its clearest gauge yet on the direction of the Democratic Party.
High-profile Democratic primary in Michigan pits moderate against progressive for Senate
Published: August 4, 2026 14:04
Michigan Democrats vote Tuesday in a closely watched Senate primary between moderate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed, with the winner heading to a November contest critical to the party's hopes of reclaiming the Senate…
Live Results: Michigan midterm primaries
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/live-results-michigan-midterm-primaries
Published: August 4, 2026 13:51
The state is one of the nation's most competitive electoral battlegrounds, as the last three presidential elections firmly established.
WATCH LIVE: Senate Judiciary Committee votes on Blanche nomination for attorney general
Published: August 4, 2026 13:00
The Senate Judiciary Committee's vote follows a deal struck late Sunday between Blanche and GOP Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina, who had demanded written assurances about the settlement of Trump's lawsuit against the Internal…
Blanche wins support from GOP holdouts after vowing to scrap 'anti-weaponization fund'
Published: August 3, 2026 22:55
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche cleared a major hurdle in his push to permanently lead the Department of Justice. He reached a deal with two GOP senators who had said they would block his nomination. Blanche put into writing that the DOJ is scrapping…
News Wrap: Michigan reports 2 deaths related to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Published: August 3, 2026 22:45
In our news wrap Monday, health officials in Michigan reported the first deaths in the U.S. related to a cyclosporiasis outbreak, more than two dozen states are suing the Trump administration over its latest tariffs and officials in southern Ukraine say…
WATCH LIVE: Massachusetts' U.S. Senate Democratic primary debate
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-massachusetts-u-s-senate-democratic-primary-debate
Published: August 3, 2026 22:44
Sen. Ed Markey and Rep. Seth Moulton are participating in a one-hour debate Monday, ahead of Massachusetts' Democratic primary for U.S. Senate on Sept. 1.
Wildfires destroy hundreds of buildings, displace tens of thousands in Washington state
Published: August 3, 2026 22:40
Firefighters are battling a series of blazes that began this weekend in Washington state and are continuing to burn in and around Spokane, the state's second most populous city. Tens of thousands of people have been displaced and hundreds of buildings have…
What we know about the cyberattacks on water systems in 7 states
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/what-we-know-about-the-cyberattacks-on-water-systems-in-7-states
Published: August 3, 2026 22:35
According to the FBI, at least seven states have now been targeted in a growing wave of cyberattacks on critical water infrastructure across the country. Federal officials now reportedly believe Iran is the likely culprit. Liz Landers discussed more with…
Analysis: When it comes to people in the public eye, speculation can do more harm than good
Published: August 3, 2026 22:19
Scrutiny begins with appearance, while concern begins with wellbeing.
Man who killed top Minnesota lawmaker and her husband makes first state court appearance
Published: August 3, 2026 21:53
The man serving two life terms plus 40 years after pleading guilty to federal charges related to killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband has made his initial appearance in state court.
Fact-checking Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens' claims ahead of the Michigan Democratic Senate primary
Published: August 3, 2026 21:35
Michigan Democrats will pick their nominee for the U.S. Senate on Aug. 4 in a battle dominated by views on U.S.-Israel relations and the Democratic Party's future.
WATCH: Trump signs executive order forming Military Spouse Commission
Published: August 3, 2026 21:15
Jennifer Hegseth, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's wife, will lead it, Trump said.
Supreme Court won't halt $656 million judgment against the PLO and Palestinian Authority
Published: August 3, 2026 20:56
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor refused Monday to halt a $656 million judgment against Palestinian authorities in a long-running lawsuit filed by Americans killed or wounded in attacks in Israel.
25 states sue over Trump administration's latest tariffs, citing Supreme Court ruling
Published: August 3, 2026 20:52
The United States last month imposed double-digit tariffs on 59 countries and the European Union, charging that they had not done enough to crack down on imports produced by forced labor.
Authorities seek a motive in mass shooting at an Idaho In-N-Out Burger
Published: August 3, 2026 20:43
Investigators are trying to determine what led a 24-year-old man to open fire at an Idaho fast-food restaurant over the weekend, in an attack that left three people dead and seven others wounded before authorities say he killed himself.
WATCH: Trump says Jeanine Pirro 'made a mistake' and 'choked' on Reflecting Pool vandalism case reversal
Published: August 3, 2026 20:41
The president reiterated his disappointment with Pirro for a court filing in which her office blamed a contractor's shoddy work on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool rather than vandalism.
Beloved author Benjamin Alire Sáenz, first Latino PEN/Faulkner winner, dies at 71
Published: August 3, 2026 20:26
Sáenz, born in New Mexico, was an ordained Catholic priest who came out as gay in his 50s. He wrote the acclaimed novel "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe."
Board of Peace envoy meets with Netanyahu on Gaza disarmament deal, urges halt to strikes
Published: August 3, 2026 20:03
JERUSALEM, Israel (AP) — The Board of Peace official overseeing Gaza's postwar transition met Monday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to a statement, in part to discuss a new disarmament deal the board reached with Hamas. Nikolay…
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