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Multiple people shot at splash pad park, suspect contained: Police

Officers recovered a semi-automatic handgun and three magazines at the scene.
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WXYZ -Splash Pad Shooting in Rochester Park Hills, MI Saturday 06/15/2024
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2 killed after World War II-era plane crashes near California airport: Officials

The plane was 200 yards from the runway, according to a fire official.
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A twin-engine Lockheed 12A crashed shortly after departing Chino Airport in California, officials said.
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Police chase after runaway piglet

A "very fast" piglet had police officers in Sebastopol, California, chasing after it for several blocks before it was caught and reunited with its mother.
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VIDEO: Police chase after runaway piglet
June 15

Suspect arrested in 2023 murder of mother of 5 killed while hiking in Maryland

DNA evidence was key in finding Rachel Morin's alleged killer, police said.
June 15
In this photo released by the Harford County Sheriff's Office, Rachel Morin is shown.
June 15

Severe weather hits northern Plains as major heat wave set to move across country

More than 4 million remain under a flood watch through Saturday evening.
June 15
In this screen grab from a video, flooding is shown in Miami, on June 14, 2024.
June 15

Adult killed, child injured in shooting during high school football game: Police

Police are still looking for the suspect who fled Potomac High School.
June 15
Law enforcement officials are on the scene of a shooting near Potomac High School in Oxon Hill, Maryland, on June 15, 2024.
June 15

Biden's dog bit agent while president was walking him, records show

The incident happened in September 2023.
June 15
In this June 25, 2022, file photo, Commander, Biden's dog, stands in a doorway as President Joe Biden waves from Marine One on departure from the White House in Washington, D.C.
June 15

How the pandemic disrupted the supply chain and impacted daily life

Peter Goodman discusses the ongoing fragility of the supply chain system.
June 15
VIDEO: How the pandemic disrupted the supply chain and impacted daily life
June 15

'Proud' foster mom retires after raising over 40 children

Emma Patterson is one of the longest-serving foster parents in her county.
June 15
Emma Patterson and her youngest birth daughter, Carletta Patterson.
June 14

ABC News Live Prime: Friday, June 14, 2024

Mass shooting survivor reacts to Supreme Court reversal of ban on bump stocks; Princess Kate health update; Ron Howard sits down with ABC News' Linsey Davis about documentary on puppeteer Jim Henson.
June 14
VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Friday, June 14, 2024
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ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, June 14, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
June 14
VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, June 14, 2024
June 14

Las Vegas shooting survivor reacts to bump stock decision

ABC News’ Phil Lipof speaks with a survivor of the 2017 mass shooting in Las Vegas, Marisa Marano, about the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the ban on bump stocks.
June 14
VIDEO: Las Vegas shooting survivor reacts to bump stock decision
June 14

Supreme Court overturns federal ban on gun bump stocks

Plus, Tesla CEO Elon Musk is set to rake in billions of dollars with his pay package.
June 14
VIDEO: Supreme Court overturns federal ban on gun bump stocks
June 14

Supreme Court breathes new life into gun bump stocks

America's highest court handed down a 6-3 decision to strike down a federal ban on gun bump stocks. ABC News' Devin Dwyer has a report on the fallout from the ruling.
June 14
VIDEO: Supreme Court breathes new life into gun bump stocks
June 14

Federal judge orders liquidation of Alex Jones' assets to pay Sandy Hook families

Jones owes the families $1.5 billion after losing defamation lawsuits. The conspiracy theorist claimed the mass shooting that killed 20 children and six teachers was a government hoax.
June 14
VIDEO: Federal judge orders liquidation of Alex Jones' assets to pay Sandy Hook families
June 14

Supreme Court strikes down ban on bump stocks

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a Trump-era ban on firearm bump stocks in 6-3 decision.
June 14
VIDEO: Supreme Court strikes down ban on bump stocks
June 14

1 arrested, 2 at large after burning flags outside Israeli consulate

The NYPD called them "cowards" on social media.
June 14
Three people used an accelerant to burn flags in an active bike lane outside the Consulate General of Israel in midtown Manhattan, June 12, 2024.
June 14

Titan submersible implosion investigation taking longer than planned: Coast Guard

The submersible imploded on a trip to the Titanic last year.
June 14
In this undated file photo, the Titan submersible, operated by OceanGate Expeditions to explore the wreckage of the sunken SS Titanic, is shown.
June 14

2 men sought for burning American flag and Israeli flag outside NYC Consulate

The flags were burned in protest of the war in Gaza. One person has been arrested.
June 14
VIDEO: 2 men sought for burning American flag and Israeli flag outside NYC Consulate
June 14

Severe weather threats across the US

South Florida is dealing with heavy rain and flooding, while damaging winds, hail and rain are expected in New York and Philadelphia.
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VIDEO: Severe weather threats across the US
June 14

Florida facing state of emergency

Parts of South Florida face increased weather risks after reaching deadly flash flooding levels Wednesday.
June 14
VIDEO: Florida facing state of emergency
June 14

More flooding in forecast after more than 2 feet of rain inundates South Florida

Another 5 inches of rain is possible on Friday.
June 14
A person waits for help in a stalled vehicle sitting in the flooded street on June 12, 2024, in Hallandale Beach, Florida.
June 14

Supreme Court protects access to abortion drug

After a unanimous ruling to preserve access to the abortion drug mifepristone, the Supreme Court is expected to hand down more rulings Friday.
June 14
VIDEO: Supreme Court protects access to abortion drug
June 14

National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
June 14
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
June 14

Cities turn shipping containers into apartments to tackle homelessness

Retrofitted shipping containers in downtown Atlanta serve as a haven for dozens of previously unsheltered people.
June 14
Retrofitted shipping containers in downtown Atlanta serve as a haven for dozens of previously unsheltered people.
June 14

Secretive Christian sect ignored sexual abuse for decades, congregants allege

"IMPACT" looks at the 2x2 church and abuse claims spanning generations.
June 14
A group photo at a 2x2 Church convention in the early 1900s.
June 14

Maui fire survivors upset with living conditions from FEMA's housing program

One resident said they witnessed a rat infestation at one housing unit.
June 14
Maui fire survivors upset with living conditions from FEMA's housing program.
June 14

Why climate-sensitive Joshua trees are now recovering, according to experts

But it will take more than two wet seasons for the long-lived species to thrive.
June 14
A view of Joshua tree near Hwy 58 of Mojave in California, June 7, 2024.
June 13

Bear destroys car’s interior after breaking into vehicle — and then takes a nap

A Canadian woman found a bear taking a nap inside the vehicle and said her husband opened the door to let the trapped animal escape. The next morning, she found the car interior slightly damaged.
June 13
VIDEO: Bear destroys car’s interior after breaking into vehicle — and then takes a nap
June 13

ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, June 13, 2024

Supreme Court rejects attempt to restrict access to abortion pill; settlers in the West Bank blocking aid for Gaza; rapper Aloe Blacc talks to ABC News' Elizabeth Schulze about his new music.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, June 13, 2024
June 13

By The Numbers: The Tesla shareholders vote

A look at the numbers behind the vote today that made Elon Musk the world's richest person for the second time.
June 13
VIDEO: By The Numbers: The Tesla shareholders vote
June 13

ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, June 13, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
June 13
VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, June 13, 2024
June 13

Lincoln Project co-founder Rick Wilson discusses Trump's return to the Capitol

ABC News' Elizabeth Schulze speaks with co-founder of the Lincoln Project Rick Wilson to unpack former President Trump's visit to Capitol Hill, where he met with Republican members of Congress.
June 13
VIDEO: Lincoln Project co-founder Rick Wilson discusses Trump's return to the Capitol
June 13

8-year-old girl dies after medical emergency aboard flight to Chicago: Coroner

The child suddenly became ill and unresponsive on the flight, officials said.
June 13
PHOTO: An ambulance responds to an emergency call in an undated stock photo.
June 13

Donald Trump back on Capitol Hill

Plus, SCOTUS drops its unanimous decision on a widely used abortion drug. Also, our panel reacts to a blast from the past!
June 13
VIDEO: Donald Trump back on Capitol Hill
June 13

Phoenix Police Department engaged in civil rights violations, DOJ finds

The Department of Justice found a spate of civil rights violations, including "unjustified deadly force," in a new report.
June 13
The Department  of Justice found a spate of civil rights violations, including "unjustified deadly force," in a new report.
June 13

Millions on alert as flash flood sweeps South Florida

Extreme flash flooding and life-threatening conditions have caused Gov. Ron DeSantis to declare a state of emergency. ABC News' Victor Oquendo joins the show from Hallandale Beach, near Miami.
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VIDEO: Millions on alert as flash flood sweeps South Florida
June 13

Supreme Court decides against attempt to restrict access to abortion pill

In a move that will preserve nationwide access, SCOTUS ruled that doctors do not have the legal right to sue over the FDA's regulation of the drug. Georgetown's Michele Goodwin joins the show.
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VIDEO: Supreme Court decides against attempt to restrict access to abortion pill
June 13

Joshua trees may be showing signs of recovery, experts say

Experts say extra moisture over the past couple of years may be the cause.
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Experts say extra moisture over the past couple of years may be the cause.
June 13

Biden says he would not commute potential sentence for son Hunter Biden

"Would you commute Hunter's sentence?" Biden was asked.
June 13
"Would you commute Hunter's sentence?" Biden was asked.
June 13

25 inches of rain slam South Florida, DeSantis declares state of emergency

A flood watch is in effect until Friday evening from Miami to West Palm Beach.
June 13
A person walks through a flooded street, June 12, 2024, in Hollywood, Fla.
June 13

Protesters denounced by NYC Mayor Adams after 'antisemitic' subway threat, vandalism

NYPD detectives are now working to identify the call-and-response leader, who is expected to be charged with attempted coercion, police sources told ABC News.
June 13
VIDEO: Protesters denounced by NYC Mayor Adams after 'antisemitic' subway threat, vandalism
June 13

NYC leaders slam protesters as 'antisemitic' after subway-car threat chant, vandalism

"Raise your hands if you're a Zionist," a protest leader chanted on the subway.
June 13
Protesters linked to the war in Gaza allegedly vandalized the home of Brooklyn Museum Director Pasternak, who is Jewish, on June 12, 2024.
June 13

New study says elephants have names

Scientists from Colorado State University said elephants give each other names.
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VIDEO: New study says elephants have names
June 13

Millions brace for flooding, storms and heat across US

Flooding emergency hits Florida with severe storms, while extreme heat is expected in the Midwest and Southwest.
June 13
VIDEO: Millions brace for flooding, storms and heat across US
June 13

Friends of slain ‘General Hospital’ actor push for arrests

Johnny Wactor was allegedly gunned down in the early morning hours of May 25.
June 13
Johnny Wactor was allegedly gunned down in the early morning hours of May 25.
June 13

Actor's friends push for arrests in his unsolved murder

Wactor was shot by suspects trying to steal his car's catalytic converter.
June 13
Actor Johnny Wactor is seen in Old City in Philadelphia, PA, Oct. 29, 2023.
June 13

Supreme Court maintains availability of abortion drug mifepristone

The U.S. Supreme Court preserved access to the widely used abortion drug mifepristone. ABC News' Terry Moran, Kate Shaw, Rachel Scott, and Devin Dwyer report.
June 13
VIDEO: Supreme Court maintains availability of abortion drug mifepristone
June 13

Unique group of polar bears on the brink of extinction?

Researchers say prolonged ice-free periods are a major factor in limiting polar bears' food sources.
June 13
Unique group of polar bears on the brink of extinction?
June 13

Parkland’s 1200 building to be torn down more than 6 years after shooting

"It's done nothing in the last six years but bring horror," one mom said.
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"It's done nothing in the last six years but bring horror," one mom said.