Southern California Edison offers compensation to Eaton fire survivors—but accepting means giving up the right to sue. Victims now face a painful dilemma with long-term consequences.
Halloween Adventure, a beloved East Village institution, defies retail trends by staying open 365 days a year as a hub for self-expression and spooky creativity.
Former Illinois deputy Sean Grayson was convicted of second-degree murder in the 2024 shooting death of Sonya Massey, who called 911 for help before being killed in her own home.
A large fire at the Gregory Gin Company in Texas prompted evacuations across nearly a dozen streets, with two homes destroyed but no injuries reported.
Historic Black River, Jamaica, lies in ruins after Hurricane Melissa killed at least two and erased centuries of heritage.
Coast Guard police shot at a van that reversed toward a California base during a protest, injuring two. Authorities say the vehicle ignored stop commands.
Amid rising gun violence in Montgomery, Alabama, a teen-staffed restaurant called That’s My Dog Jr. provides jobs, community, and a rare alternative to the streets.
A bus fire in Andhra Pradesh, India, has killed 20 people after a motorcycle collision ignited the fuel tank, sparking a fast-moving blaze.
A Massachusetts family survived over 30 hours on remote Naushon Island after their boat caught fire, leading to a dramatic Coast Guard rescue.
A young wild black bear entered Sequoia Park Zoo in Eureka, California, and had a peaceful face-to-face meeting with the zoo’s resident bears—leaving staff stunned and searching for answers.