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Southwest plane has close call with business jet while landing

The Southwest crew did a "go-around" to avoid the business jet.
36 minutes ago
A Southwest Airlines plane landed safely at Chicago Midway International Airport after a "go-around" to avoid a business jet that "entered the runway without authorization," according to the Federal Aviation Administration, Feb. 25, 2025.
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Mass casualty attack on police officers thwarted with alleged suspect's arrest

Seth "Andrea" Gregori was arrested for terroristic threats, police said.
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The booking photo for Seth “Andrea” Gregori, Feb. 24, 2025.
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US, Ukraine agree to terms on mineral deal, Ukraine says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to visit Washington on Friday.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy listens during a news conference at a security summit in Kyiv, Ukraine, Feb. 24, 2025.
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Musk's approach sparks White House rift: Sources

Musk’s whirlwind approach since coming to Washington has sparked a rift among some in the White House and Trump’s inner circle, sources told ABC News.
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VIDEO: Musk's approach sparks White House rift: Sources
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Federal judge rules Trump administration has to pay millions in foreign aid

Judge Amir Ali said the Trump administration violated a court order about foreign aid and is ordering them to pay millions to nonprofits.
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Judge Amir Ali said the Trump administration violated a court order about foreign aid and is ordering them to pay millions to nonprofits.
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Chilling new details emerge in death of California fire captain

Yolanda Marodi previously pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2003.
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Yolanda Marodi is shown in this photo released by the San Diego County Sheriff's Office.
February 25

Here’s how to stay safe from bears

The likelihood of being attacked by a bear is under 1%, according to the National Park Service.
February 25
The likelihood of being attacked by a bear is under 1%, according to the National Park Service.
February 25

21 employees of department renamed DOGE resign in protest

The employees worked for the U.S. Digital Service before it became DOGE.
February 25
In this photo illustration, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) logo is seen on a smartphone and on its X website in the background.
February 25

Rudy Giuliani satisfies Fulton County election workers' $148 million defamation case

Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani was found liable for defamation in 2023 and ordered to pay two election workers $148 million -- which has now been satisfied.
February 25
VIDEO: Rudy Giuliani satisfies Fulton County election workers' $148 million defamation case
February 25

Yes, NOAA adjusts its historical weather data: Here's why

The agency says adjusting weather data ensures consistency of climate records.
February 25
Polar winter dusk landscape.
February 25

National parks visitors can expect changes this summer due to federal firings

Federal lands may fall into disrepair without the necessary staff and resources.
February 25
In an aerial view, the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument is seen in the Angeles National Forest on April 16, 2024 near La Canada Flintridge, Calif.
February 25

Plea deal reached in case involving Graceland fraudulent auction attempt

Lisa Findley pleaded guilty to one count of mail fraud on Tuesday.
February 25
Visitors get ready to tour Graceland in Memphis, Tenn., March 13, 2017.
February 25

Instagram influencer arrested for deadly drunk driving crash: Sheriff

Summer Wheaton faces vehicular manslaughter and DUI charges.
February 25
Summer Wheaton attends the Shein Friendsgiving Dinner,  Nov. 16, 2023 in Los Angeles.
February 25

Trump administration’s federal layoffs face new lawsuit

ABC News’ Katherine Faulders and contributor Brian Buckmire discuss the lawsuit filed by a former Veterans Affairs employee who was fired last week.
February 25
VIDEO: Trump administration's federal layoffs face new lawsuit
February 25

Secretary Hegseth heads to Guantanamo Bay

ABC News’ Luis Martinez reports on the defense secretary’s trip to the detention facility and migrant operation center.
February 25
VIDEO: Secretary Hegseth heads to Guantanamo Bay
February 25

Supreme Court orders new trial for Richard Glossip after decades on death row

The high court ruled that Glossip, 62, must now receive a new trial because errors committed by prosecutors violated his constitutional rights. ABC News’ Devin Dwyer reports.
February 25
VIDEO: Supreme Court orders new trial for Richard Glossip after decades on death row
February 25

NOAA adjusts its climate data, and for good reason

ABC News chief meteorologist Ginger Zee explains the many reasons why scientists make changes to temperature data.
February 25
VIDEO: NOAA adjusts its climate data, and for good reason
February 25

New Orleans boosts security ahead of Mardi Gras celebrations

New Orleans city officials announced new security measures for this weekend's parades after 15 people were killed on Jan. 1 in a terror attack.
February 25
New Orleans boosts security ahead of Mardi Gras celebrations
February 25

Search suspended for missing man in New York Harbor boating tragedy that killed 3

The missing boater was identified as 52-year-old Vernon Glasford.
February 25
At least three people are dead and two are injured after a boat capsized off the coast of Staten Island in New York on Sunday, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
February 25

Content creator arrested for peeing on store items

Kelli Tedford, 23, “posted disturbing videos to an internet site” of her “contaminating items in a local business with her urine,” according to a statement from the Keene Police Department.
February 25
Kelli Tedford, 23, “posted disturbing videos to an internet site” of her “contaminating items in a local business with her urine,” according to a statement from the Keene Police Department.
February 25

Rainy red carpet possible for Sunday's Oscars

The Oscars will air live on Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.
February 25
Oscar statuettes sit on display backstage during the show at the 94th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood, March 27, 2022.
February 25

National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
February 25
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
February 25

Inside the gold bar grifting scheme that's defrauding Americans

Victims of gold bar scams reported losses of $126 million in 2024.
February 25
Chris Delzotto, Section Chief of the Financial Crimes unit for the FBI.
February 25

Sentencing for man found guilty in ‘sleepwalking’ murder of twin

Benjamin Elliott testified that he woke up from a dream in 2021 to find himself standing over his sister Meghan with a knife already in her neck.
February 25
Benjamin Elliott testified that he woke up from a dream in 2021 to find himself standing over his sister Meghan with a knife already in her neck.
February 25

Content creator arrested after videos of her urinating on grocery products surface

The store's financial loss was $1,500 in destroyed products and cleaning costs.
February 25
An online content creator has been arrested after “disturbing” videos of her contaminating store products by urinating on them has spawned an investigation and a product recall dating back four years ago.
February 25

Search for man missing for nearly 2 weeks in national park intensifies

Jordan Marsters was last seen on the morning before Valentines Day.
February 25
Police are searching for a man who has now been missing for almost two weeks after visiting a national park in Colorado, authorities said.
February 24

ABC News Live Prime: Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2025

Elon Musk's email asking federal workers to list accomplishments sparks confusion and concern as its deadline looms; marking 3 years of war in Ukraine; university student returns home to Gaza.
February 24
ABC News Live Prime: Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2025
February 24

ABC News Live Rundown: Monday, February 24, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
February 24
ABC News Live Rundown: Monday, February 24, 2024
February 24

Rudy Giuliani satisfies Fulton County election workers' $148 million defamation case

The former New York City mayor was found liable for defamation in 2023.
February 24
Rudy Giuliani, personal lawyer of President Donald Trump, looks on during an appearance before the Michigan House Oversight Committee in Lansing, Michigan, Dec. 2, 2020.
February 24

11-year-old’s family says she died by suicide after bullying

ABC News’ John Quiñones speaks with the mother of Jocelynn Rojo Carranza, who says her daughter took her life about being bullied over her parents’ immigration status.
February 24
11-year-old’s family says she died by suicide after bullying
February 24

Thieves fake medical emergency to steal puppies from Colorado pet store

The robbery was the second this month at the pet store.
February 24
A Colorado pet store faced another robbery on Friday, when thieves fake a medical emergency to steal two puppies.
February 24

Here are all the federal agencies where workers are being fired

The Department of Education, IRS and many other agencies are facing steep cuts.
February 24
The US Department of Education building is seen in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 13, 2025.
February 24

Security concerns over DOGE access to confidential data grow

Mary Ellen Callahan, a former DHS security chief officer, weighs in on the security risk of federal employees potentially emailing sensitive information.
February 24
Security concerns over DOGE access to confidential data grow
February 24

Miami University fraternity suspended amid 'inhumane' hazing allegations

Pledges were allegedly threatened, forced to drink and isolated from all others.
February 24
The University of Miami campus in Oxford, Ohio, is seen in this Google Street View image.
February 24

How much was generated in 1st month of NYC congestion pricing

The MTA said the program is on track to generate $500 million this year.
February 24
Signs advising drivers of congestion pricing tolls are displayed near the exit of the Lincoln Tunnel in New York, Feb. 19, 2025.
February 24

Fired forest service worker says layoffs are 'deeply unsettling'

Lanny Flaherty was among several thousand probationary workers terminated from the U.S. Forest Service in the Trump administration's sweeping reduction of the federal workforce.
February 24
VIDEO: Fired forest service worker says layoffs are 'deeply unsettling'
February 24

Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect fights to invalidate certain DNA evidence

Rex Heuermann has pleaded not guilty to the murders of seven women.
February 24
Rex Heuermann, center, charged in the Gilgo Beach serial killings on Long Island, appears for a hearing, July 30, 2024, at Suffolk County Court in Riverhead, N.Y.
February 24

Trump administration guts USAID humanitarian office, despite pledge to save its work

Dozens of officials in the humanitarian aid bureau received termination notices.
February 24
Recently fired U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) staff react as they leave work and are applauded by former USAID staffers and supporters during a sendoff outside USAID offices in Washington, D.C., Feb. 21, 2025.
February 24

'Radical change': Inside Trump's State Department takeover of USAID

ABC News obtained audio of a "listening session" hosted by the State Department.
February 24
Tributes are placed beneath the covered seal of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 7, 2025.
February 24

Virginia Beach police chief says 2 of his officers were 'executed'

A convicted felon "executed" two Virginia police officers at point-blank range following a weekend traffic stop, authorities said.
February 24
Virginia Beach police chief says 2 of his officers were 'executed'
February 24

Delta passengers evacuate via slides after haze or smoke on plane

The plane, which was headed to South Carolina, returned to the Atlanta airport.
February 24
A still from video footage obtained by ABC News shows the smoke-filled interior of a Delta flight forced to land at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Feb. 24, 2025.
February 24

Supreme Court hears arguments in Texas death row case

Ruben Gutierrez, sentenced to death for the 1998 murder of 85-year-old Escolastica Harrison, is suing for access to DNA testing. ABC News’ Devin Dwyer reports.
February 24
VIDEO: Supreme Court hears arguments in Texas death row case
February 24

'Heartbreaking tragedy': 4-year-old boy dies after shooting himself in head

The boy found the handgun under the driver's seat of his parents' car.
February 24
An undated photo of 4-year-old Chosen Morris who died after accidentally shooting himself in Davenport, Florida.
February 24

Pope Francis wants to ‘die with his boots on’: Vatican consultant

ABC News contributor Father James Martin says the pontiff will “do what’s best for the church.”
February 24
VIDEO: Pope Francis wants to ‘die with his boots on’: Vatican consultant
February 24

Thieves fake medical emergency, steal puppies from pet store

Bianca Rose Larsen, the manager of Perfect Pets, says theft has “skyrocketed” at her Colorado store during the past two weeks.
February 24
Bianca Rose Larsen, the manager of Perfect Pets, says theft has “skyrocketed” at her Colorado store during the past two weeks.
February 24

After clashes with AG's top aide, a White House liaison is reassigned: Sources

The White House intermediary, Paul Ingrassia, has clashed with Chad Mizelle.
February 24
President Donald Trump arrives to speak at the annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center at National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland, on Feb. 22, 2025.
February 24

More rain on the way after flash flooding slams Pacific Northwest

The storms are also bringing gusty winds and huge waves to the West.
February 24
Flooding occurred on US 2 just west of the Fairchild AFP in Washington State, Feb. 23, 2025.
February 24

3 dead, 2 injured in Staten Island boat incident

The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for a missing person after five people were recovered from a sinking boat near Staten Island on Sunday afternoon.
February 24
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for a missing person after five people were recovered from a sinking boat near Staten Island on Sunday afternoon.
February 24

A-Rod sinks half-court shot, winning student $10,000

Former baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez nailed the shot at a Bucknell University basketball game, and the payday went to a lucky student.
February 24
Former baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez nailed the shot at a Bucknell University basketball game, and the payday went to a lucky student.
February 23

Diddy's lawyers challenge search warrants, aim to suppress evidence in new filing

The motion seeks to suppress evidence found in his homes, phones and more.
February 23
Sean "Diddy" Combs attends  Sean "Diddy" Combs Fulfills $1 Million Pledge To Howard University At Howard Homecoming – Yardfest at Howard University on October 20, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images for Sean "Diddy" Combs)