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Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after 1-day stay

Former President Bill Clinton has been discharged from the hospital after being treated for the flu, a spokesperson said on Tuesday.
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VIDEO: Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after 1-day stay
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Mega Millions jackpot hits $1 billion ahead of Christmas Eve drawing

The estimated $1 billion jackpot is the seventh-largest in the game's history.
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Lottery tickets for the Mega Millions jackpot are seen in a store on Aug. 8, 2023 in New York.
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Defense fund established by supporters of suspected CEO killer tops $200K

Mangione's attorney claims he is being used as "political fodder."
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Luigi Mangione appears in Manhattan Supreme Court to face murder charges for shooting UHC CEO Brian Thompson to death, in New York City, Dec. 23, 2024.
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The remnants of a restaurant floats at the head of the San Lorenzo River in Santa Cruz, Calif., Dec. 23, 2024.
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Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupts again

Kilauea, which is located on Hawaii island, also known as the Big Island, last erupted in September.
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Kilauea, which is located on Hawaii island, also known as the Big Island, last erupted in September.
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White Christmas forecast: Where snow, ice is expected

New York City could see its first white Christmas in 15 years.
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People walk through Central Park as snow falls in New York City on Dec. 21, 2024.
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December 24

American Airlines resumes flights after nationwide 'technical issue'

A "technical issue" disrupted American Airlines flights nationwide on Tuesday.
December 24
An American Airlines passenger plane is parked at a gate at Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on Dec. 13, 2024.
December 24

1 dead, 5 hospitalized after boat explosion and dock fire in Florida

The boat explosion occurred at approximately 6 p.m. on Monday and was caught on the live feed of an EarthCam set up at the dock.
December 24
The boat explosion occurred at approximately 6 p.m. on Monday and was caught on the live feed of an EarthCam set up at the dock.
December 23

ABC News Live Prime: Monday, December 23, 2024

Former President Bill Clinton hospitalized with fever; accused healthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty; ABC News' Stephanie Ramos speaks to president of the Tibetan government in exile.
December 23
ABC News Live Prime: Monday, December 23, 2024
December 23

Bird flu case reported in Los Angeles after state officials declare emergency

The CDC has reported at least 65 confirmed human cases of bird flu nationally.
December 23
Three influenza A (H5N1/bird flu) virus particles (rod-shaped). Note: Layout incorporates two CDC transmission electron micrographs that have been inverted, repositioned, and colorized by NIAID. Scale has been modified.
December 23

ABC News Live Rundown: Monday, December 23, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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ABC News Live Rundown: Monday, December 23, 2024
December 23

1 dead, 5 hospitalized after boat explosion and dock fire in Florida

The explosion occurred in direct view of an EarthCam feed set up at the marina.
December 23
Divers prepare to enter the water at the Lauderdale Marina in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, after a boat explosion leaves one person missing on Dec. 23, 2024.
December 23

By the Numbers: Not finished with your holiday shopping? You're not alone.

Where and how shoppers are spending their hard-earned dollars this holiday season.
December 23
By the Numbers: Not finished with your holiday shopping? You're not alone.
December 23

Luigi Mangione's supporters brave arctic blast to air healthcare grievances

Mangione pleaded not guilty to murder charges on Monday.
December 23
Protestors hold signs outside of Manhattan Criminal Court on December 23, 2024, in New York City.
December 23

$1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot claimed by New Jersey resident

The March jackpot was the fifth-highest in the game's history.
December 23
A billboard shows the jackpot amount for the Mega Million lottery on March 26, 2024 in Miami.
December 23

Santa Cruz Wharf partially collapses in California, city workers rescued

The three personnel are safe and accounted for after the collapse on Monday.
December 23
A portion of the Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed on Dec. 23, 2024, in Santa Cruz, Calif.
December 23

Kilauea volcano erupts on Hawaii’s Big Island

Scientists are monitoring air quality after Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted early Monday, sending plumes of smoke and lava into the sky.
December 23
Kilauea volcano erupts on Hawaii’s Big Island
December 23

5 skiers hospitalized in chairlift malfunction at Lake Tahoe winter resort

Three skiers were injured falling from a height of 30 feet, officials said.
December 23
Ski patrol responded to the scene of a chairlift incident at Heavenly Valley Ski Resort (Stagecoach Lodge) in Tahoe, California, on Dec. 23, 2024.
December 23

Santa Cruz wharf partially collapses amid high surf warning along California coast

Part of the Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed Monday after being battered by waves amid a high surf warning along the California coast.
December 23
Santa Cruz wharf partially collapses amid high surf warning along California coast
December 23

Holiday drone show ends in chaos as flying object hits child

The incident occurred at Eloa Lake in Orlando, Florida, on Saturday.
December 23
One person was injured when a holiday drone show in Orlando on Dec. 21, 2024, went haywire and several of the unmanned aerial devices crashed into each other and plummeted to the ground, authorities said.
December 23

Officer killed after responding to supermarket: 'We are heartbroken'

Greensboro officer Michael Horan was killed in the line of duty.
December 23
Greensboro officer Michael Horan, who was killed in the line of duty on Dec. 23, 2024.
December 23

House Ethics report finds 'substantial evidence' Gaetz violated statutory rape law

Gaetz had sued the committee to stop the release of the report.
December 23
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz speaks ahead of a visit by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump during the AmericaFest 2024 conference in Phoenix, Arizona, Dec. 22, 2024.
December 23

Governor thrown off horse, recovering from serious injuries

Gov. Jim Pillen's injuries included seven broken ribs, his office said.
December 23
UNITED STATES - JULY 18: Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen is seen in the Fiserv Forum on the last night of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wis., on Thursday July 18, 2024. (Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images)
December 23

Biden commutes sentences of nearly all federal death row inmates

The move reduces sentences for all but three of 40 inmates on federal death row.
December 23
President Joe Biden speaks during a Hanukkah reception in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Monday, Dec. 16, 2024.
December 23

Officer fatally shot inside grocery store

A suspect is in custody after a police officer was fatally shot inside of a Food Lion in Greensboro, North Carolina, according to police.
December 23
A suspect is in custody after a police officer was fatally shot inside of a Food Lion in Greensboro, North Carolina, according to police.
December 23

Undocumented migrant charged with fatally burning sleeping woman on subway

Sebastian Zapeta was charged with first-degree murder, police said.
December 23
The New York City Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the individual depicted in the photo in connection with a homicide that occurred on Dec. 22, 2024.
December 23

Kindness campaign seeks to bridge political divides

Reverend Adam Hamilton, founding pastor of the Church of the Resurrection talks about his work on the kindness campaign '‘Do Unto Others.'
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VIDEO: Kindness campaign seeks to bridge political divides
December 23

1 million taxpayers set to receive up to $1,400

The IRS said it is distributing about $2.4 billion to the taxpayers who failed to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit on the 2021 tax returns.
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The IRS said it is distributing about $2.4 billion to the taxpayers who failed to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit on the 2021 tax returns.
December 23

West Coast bracing for dangerous storm conditions in lead-up to Christmas

The Christmas holiday will bring a variety of weather conditions across the U.S.
December 23
A winter swell builds up, with huge waves crashing on the shore. Manhattan Beach Pier, Dec. 22, 2024, in Manhattan Beach, Calif.
December 23

Crime in 2024: Homicides fell -- but by how much?

More than 5,000 fewer homicides were recorded this year compared to 2023.
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More than 5,000 fewer homicides were recorded this year compared to 2023.
December 23

‘Friendly fire’ incident involving US pilots was not a ‘pull of the trigger’

Former Navy pilot and Americans for Safe Aerospace co-founder Ryan Graves says, “There needs to be processes and procedures that are put into place to make sure this doesn’t happen again.”
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VIDEO: ‘Friendly fire’ incident involving US pilots was not a ‘pull of the trigger’
December 23

Luigi Mangione attorney claims police, mayor using him as 'political fodder'

Mangione pleaded not guilty to state murder and terror charges.
December 23
Luigi Mangione sits with his lawyer Karen Friedman Agnifilo during a hearing in New York State Supreme Court on charges that he murdered UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City, Dec. 23, 2024.
December 23

Luigi Mangione attorney claims police, mayor using him as 'political fodder'

ABC News’ Aaron Katersky and legal contributor Brian Buckmire discuss the court appearance for the suspect charged in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
December 23
VIDEO: Luigi Mangione attorney claims police, mayor using him as 'political fodder'
December 23

Florida state attorney ‘not surprised’ by Gaetz report

State attorney for Palm Beach County Dave Aronberg discusses the report into former Rep. Mat Gaetz that is expected to be released by the House Ethics Committee.
December 23
VIDEO: Florida state attorney ‘not surprised’ by Gaetz report
December 23

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Mangione appeared on Monday in a Manhattan court for his arraignment on state murder and terror charges in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
December 23
VIDEO: Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
December 23

Mega Millions jackpot surges to $944 million after no winner Friday

The jackpot prize has a cash value of $429 million, which can be offered as a one-time lump sum payment, or an immediate payment followed by annual payments.
December 23
The jackpot prize has a cash value of $429 million, which can be offered as a one-time lump sum payment, or an immediate payment followed by annual payments.
December 23

Nebraska governor hospitalized after being bucked off a horse

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen was transported to the hospital on Sunday after being bucked off a horse, according to a statement from his office.
December 23
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen was transported to the hospital on Sunday after being bucked off a horse, according to a statement from his office.
December 23

UnitedHealthcare CEO killing: Experts address copycat concerns

Experts say the growing anger against corporations needs to be addressed.
December 23
Luigi Mangione is led into the Blair County Courthouse for an extradition hearing Dec. 10, 2024, in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania.
December 22

Starbucks strike expands to 3 more cities ahead of Christmas

The strike is in its third of five planned days amid the busy holiday season.
December 22
Starbucks Workers United union members and supporters on a picket line outside a Starbucks coffee shop in New York, US, on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. Thousands of Starbucks Corp. baristas went on strike Thursday, claiming the coffee chain refuses to fairly negotiate with their union. Photographer: Victor J. Blue/Bloomberg via Getty Images
December 22

Ski gondola malfunction at winter resort in Colorado leaves 174 stranded

The incident occurred at Winter Park Resort in Colorado on Saturday.
December 22
Tourists are riding the Gondola (Cable Car Project) in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, India, on February 23, 2024. (Photo by Nasir Kachroo/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
December 22

UnitedHealthcare CEO killing suspect to be arraigned

Luigi Mangione waived extradition on Thursday and was transported from Pennsylvania to New York.
December 22
UnitedHealthcare CEO killing suspect to be arraigned
December 22

Cop finds dead man in back seat of a police cruiser

A police officer found the body when he went to the car to begin his shift.
December 22
In this file image, police investigate a scene on Sept. 17, 2024 in Houston.
December 22

Some parts of US bracing for Arctic blast leading up to mostly dry Christmas

The week is poised to start with an Arctic blast in the Northeast.
December 22
Snow falls as a couple walks along the Commonwealth Avenue Mall in the Back Bay neighborhood, Dec. 20, 2024, in Boston.
December 22

This Chicago nonprofit helps at-risk youth by growing flowers

Southside Blooms co-founder Hannah Bonham Blackwell and youth florist and team lead Armani Hopkins discuss the eco-friendly organization aimed at uplifting a community.
December 22
VIDEO: This Chicago nonprofit helps at-risk youth by growing flowers
December 22

New York City sees snow on 1st official day of winter

What's a better way to welcome the first official day of winter? Snow. New York City woke up to its first measurable snow of the season.
December 22
New York City sees snow on 1st official day of winter
December 21

NYPD in high-level shakeup amid sexual misconduct claims, Adams probe

The highest-ranking uniformed officer of the NYPD abruptly resigned overnight.
December 21
In this Nov. 27, 2024, file photo, NYPD Chief Jeffrey Maddrey speaks at a press conference with Mayor Eric Adams and newly appointed NYPD commissioner, Jessica Tisch, in New York.
December 21

5 hurt after suspect fleeing troopers drives truck into Texas mall: Authorities

Authorities said the suspect drove the glass doors of a JCPenney.
December 21
The mall in Killeen, Texas, into which authorities say a man drove his truck, injuring five people.
December 21

Where there could be a white Christmas this year

Rain and snow could fall along the I-95 corridor on Tuesday, Christmas Eve.
December 21
Jim Thom clears his driveway of snow with a snowblower on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Bismarck, N.D.
December 21

Starbucks workers and delivery drivers for Amazon centers strike before Christmas

Thousands of Starbucks baristas and delivery drivers for Amazon are protesting the respective retail giants nationwide during the busiest shopping season of the year, according to their unions.
December 21
VIDEO: Starbucks workers and delivery drivers for Amazon centers strike before Christmas