After Treadmill Recall, Peloton Under Investigation By Feds

Peloton issued a recall on its Tread and Tread+ products after the company received multiple reports of kids being pulled under the machine.

Second Terrorist Attack On Kabul Airport 'Highly Likely': Biden

Also, Pentagon officials insist the U.S. is not shutting down operations and will continue to oversee evacuations through Aug. 31.

U.S. Airstrike Kills 2 Islamic State Members In Afghanistan

President Joe Biden authorized the drone strike, acting on his promise to retaliate following a suicide bombing that killed U.S. troops.

These Afghans Won The Visa Lottery Two Years Ago

Now they're stuck in Kabul and out of luck.

U.S. Intelligence Still Divided On Origins Of Coronavirus

The scientific consensus remains that the virus most likely migrated from animals in what’s known as a zoonotic transmission.

Ida Aims To Hit New Orleans On Hurricane Katrina Anniversary

Katrina was a Category 3 when it made landfall southwest of New Orleans. Ida is expected to reach Category 4 hurricane status.

Names Of U.S. Troops Killed In Kabul Terror Attacks Released

Your 5-minute read to start the day: Judge slaps down Florida mask ban; RFK assassin Sirhan Sirhan wins parole; you are still not a cow.

13 U.S. Service Members Killed In Kabul: Names Released

Eleven Marines, a Navy sailor and an Army soldier were among those killed in Thursday's bombing at the Afghanistan capital's airport.

Shorter Timeline For COVID Booster Shots Under Consideration

Federal officials are weighing the possibility of reducing the time between the second and third shots to five months rather than eight.

Marches For Voting Rights Planned In Several U.S. Cities

On the anniversary of the March On Washington, thousands are expected to protest voting laws and call on Congress to protect voting rights.

13 Good News Stories: A Great Green Day; Surprise Wedding Shower

A 13-year-old begins his sophomore year as a Georgia Tech aerospace engineering major; tiny fairy village; Lasagna Love; making masks cool.

States Struggle To Immunize Their Poorest Residents

New data shows Medicaid enrollees are getting vaccinated against COVID-19 at far lower rates than the general population.

Scientists Aim To Control Emerald Ash Borer With Tiny Parasitic Wasps

After spreading to 35 states, the emerald ash borer has become the most destructive and costly invasive wood-boring insect in U.S. history.

Supreme Court Blocks Federal Eviction Moratorium

The Supreme Court's decision will evictions to resume, ending protections for roughly 3.5 million people at risk of losing their homes.

Kabul Evacuation Gains Urgency After Blast Kills Dozens

The U.S. said 13 troops were killed in the deadliest day for American forces in Afghanistan since August 2011.

Pants Off For Dad Who Wants Masks On In The Schools

Your 5-minute read to start the day: Latest on Kabul airport; teen prodigy starts college; fatal courthouse shootings; new mask mandates.

Virus Surge Breaks Hospital Records As Toll On Kids Rises

Texas and Kentucky on Wednesday reported more COVID-19 patients in their hospitals than at any other time since the pandemic began.

'We Will Hunt You Down': Biden To ISIS-K In Kabul Attack (Replay)

President Joe Biden said the mission to evacuate American citizens and others from Afghanistan will continue.

How We Report On Pain, Death And Trauma Without Losing Our Humanity

Approaching the challenges of uncovering deep abuses of power, broken systems, betrayals of public trust and more.

RFK Assassin Up For Parole, Could Be Released From Prison

Sirhan Sirhan, who has been in prison since the 1968 shooting death of Robert F. Kennedy, won't face opposition from prosecutors.

Building away from Taxpayer Burdens

New building permit data shows where people are moving to

House Panel Probing Jan. 6 Riot Seeks Trump-Era Records

The requested documents are just the beginning of what is expected to be lengthy, partisan and rancorous investigation.

U.S. Soldiers Among Dead, Wounded In Attacks Near Kabul Airport

U.S. officials said 12 U.S. service members were killed when two suicide bombers and gunmen attacked crowds in the Afghan capital.

Half Of U.S. Workers Favor Employee Shot Mandate: AP-NORC poll

The sentiment is similar for workplace mask mandates, with 50% of Americans working in person favoring them and 29% opposed.

'A Fun Afternoon For Sure': Black Bear Takes Swipe At Crime Life

Your 5-minute read to start your day: Nirvana album cover baby sues band for exploitation; a brutal attack; Chicago Bears offered new home.

​Most Rental Assistance Has Still Not Gone Out: Feds

States and localities have only distributed about 11 percent of the tens of billions of dollars for rental assistance.

​Death Sentence For Church Shooter Dylann Roof Upheld

The 2015 Charleston church shooter is the first person to get the death penalty on federal hate crime charges.

These Governors Push Experimental Antibody Therapy, But Shun Vaccine And Mask Mandates

Ron DeSantis of Florida and Greg Abbott of Texas are among leaders touting the antibody treatments even as they downplay vaccinations.

Climate Change An Infrastructure Problem: Map Of Electric Vehicle Chargers Shows Why

The U.S. has around 43,000 public EV charging stations, with about 106,000 outlets.

Can Student Loans Be Cleared Through Bankruptcy? 4 Things To Know

A proposed bill could make it easier to pay off student loans through bankruptcy.

We Looked For Some Of The Hottest Places In California

We found climate injustice in a nutshell.

He Admitted To A Rape 41 Years After The Fact

For one survivor: “It's the most freeing experience in the world.”

Biden Keeps Kabul Aug. 31 Deadline Despite Criticism

Not extending the deadline opens the president to criticism that he may be caving to Taliban demands.

‘I Won’t Let Them Down’: New York Swears In First Female Governor

Your 5-minute read to start your day: Mom's dying wish granted; Rolling Stones drummer dead; Mayim Bialik steps in as “Jeopardy!” host.

Coronavirus Outbreaks Force Early Reversals On In-Person Learning

A full return to the classroom is on hold as more than 80 school districts have postponed or canceled in-person learning.

House Passes $3.5 Trillion Blueprin After Deal With Moderates

The 220-212 vote is the first step toward drafting Biden's $3.5 billion rebuilding plan this fall.

Charlie Watts, Rolling Stones Drummer, Dead At 80

Charlie Watts ranked just behind Mick Jagger and Keith Richards as the Rolling Stones' longest lasting and most essential member.

What Is Color Psychology, And How Can I Use It To Set The Mood?

With a change of color, floral bouquets can easily transform a room from calm and relaxed to vibrant and cheerful.

Students Returning To School With Anxiety, Grief, Gaps In Social Skills

As kids go back to class, schools can serve as critical access points for mental health services, but shortages remain a concern.

Pandemic Reveals Growing Suicide Crisis For Communities Of Color

Decades of research revealed that suicide is on the rise in communities of color, a trend that's been exacerbated by the pandemic.