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December 22

Governor hospitalized after being bucked off a new horse

Gov. Jim Pillen was transported to the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
December 22
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 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

Person of interest in custody after woman set on fire and killed on NYC subway

A man allegedly used a lighter to set the victim's clothing on fire on Sunday.
December 22
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 22

Holiday drone show ends in chaos as flying object hits child

The incident occurred at Eloa Lake in Orlando, Florida, on Saturday.
December 22
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 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
December 21

Manhunt: Luigi Mangione and the CEO Murder -- A Special Edition of 20/20

Investigating the secret life of the young man prosecutors allege gunned down United Healthcare’s Brian Thompson.
December 21
VIDEO: Manhunt: Luigi Mangione and the CEO Murder -- A Special Edition of 20/20
December 21

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

This is the seventh largest jackpot in the game's history.
December 21
Lottery tickets for the Mega Millions jackpot are seen in a store, Aug. 8, 2023, in New York.
December 20

ABC News Live Prime: Friday, December 20, 2024

House approves funding bill to avert government shutdown; on set of "The Chosen" during rise of faith-based entertainment; cast of "Mufasa: The Lion King" talks new chapter of "Lion King" legacy.
December 20
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December 20

ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, December 20, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
December 20
VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, December 20, 2024
December 20

Flames billow after military helicopter makes emergency landing on Camp Pendleton

All four crew members were reported safe with no injuries.
December 20
Military helicopter makes emergency landing in Oceanside California, Dec. 20, 2024.
December 20

Victims identified in Abundant Life Christian School shooting

Erin West, a teacher, and student Rubi Vergara were killed, officials said.
December 20
A vigil is held for the victims of the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, Dec. 17, 2024.
December 20

Medical breakthroughs in 2024

From a pig kidney transplant to restoring genetic deafness, here are some highlights of medical achievements in 2024.
December 20
Medical breakthroughs in 2024
December 20

Made in America: Iowa company puts modern spin on classic wooden toys

One fisherman's trash is transformed into rugs, baskets, signs and more.
December 20
In this undated photo, owners of Alaska Rug Company, Jen Luton and Ryan Burnard, pose for a photo.
December 20

College student allegedly plotted 'mass casualty attack' targeting Jews

The George Mason University student was arrested this week.
December 20
The booking photo for Abdullah Ezzeldin Taha Mohamed Hassan.
December 20

Made in America: 'World News Tonight' celebrates small businesses from coast to coast

David Muir reports on companies making cookware, dog treats and ornament bells.
December 20
Ideas for American-made gifts are pouring in from around the country, including cast iron cookware from the company Lodge Cast Iron.
December 20

Funds for pediatric cancer research cut from new government funding bill

Nancy Goodman, founder of Kids v. Cancer, discusses why funding for pediatric cancer research was dropped from the GOP-backed government funding bill. Negotiations for a bill are still ongoing.
December 20
Funds for pediatric cancer research cut from new government funding bill
December 20

ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, December 19, 2024

CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione returns to NY; government shutdown showdown; and investigation into hidden threat lurking beneath the surface.
December 20
ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, December 19, 2024
December 20

Woman, 66, goes missing on Grand Canyon bus trip

Martha Overholser was last seen at Mather Point on the South Rim.
December 20
Martha Overholser, 66, is seen in this undated file photo.
December 20

Search underway for kangaroo on the loose in Texas

The kangaroo named Rowdy was last seen hopping down a road in Sealy, Texas.
December 20
Rowdy, a 3-year-old kangaroo was last seen early Wednesday morning on Pyka Road near Interstate 10 in Austin County, Tex.
December 20

Kangaroo remains on the loose in Texas after jumping fence

The 5-foot-tall kangaroo, named Rowdy, was last seen early Wednesday morning on Pyka Road near Interstate 10 in Austin County, according to the kangaroo's owner.
December 20
The 5-foot-tall kangaroo, named Rowdy, was last seen early Wednesday morning on Pyka Road near Interstate 10 in Austin County, according to the kangaroo's owner.
December 20

Starbucks striking worker: 'Many of us are struggling'

ABC News' Zohreen Shah reports from Burbank, California, on the escalating strikes that will continue until Dec. 24.
December 20
VIDEO: Starbucks striking worker: 'Many of us are struggling'
December 20

Michigan woman missing after trip to Grand Canyon

Martha Anne Overholser, 66, disappeared after failing to return on a commercial bus tour on Dec. 10.
December 20
Martha Anne Overholser, 66, disappeared after failing to return on a commercial bus tour on Dec. 10.
December 20

Iranian officer charged for murder of US citizen in Iraq

Stephen Troell was killed in Baghdad in November 2022.
December 20
Seal of the US Department of Justice before a news conference in Washington, DC, Jan. 24, 2023.
December 20

Judge slams Delphi convicted killer at sentencing

Richard Allen will serve consecutive 65-year sentences for the girls' murders.
December 20
Richard Allen, 50, was charged with the murders of Abby Williams, 13, and Libby German, 14, in Delphi, Ind., in February 2017.
December 20

How corporate investors are impacting the housing market

Reporters Rebecca Liebson and Teghan Simonton discuss the trend where large companies have amassed almost 27,000 homes in the Tampa Bay area, edging out typical home buyers.
December 20
How corporate investors are impacting the housing market
December 20

Delphi man sentenced to 130 years for murder of 2 teen girls

A jury found Richard Allen guilty last month for the 2017 murders of Abby Williams and Libby German. ABC News’ Morgan Norwood reports.
December 20
Delphi man sentenced to 130 years for murder of 2 teen girls
December 20

Dozens of New York cities now face temporary drone bans

Thousands of people have contacted the FBI to report unusual drone activity.
December 20
This photo provided by Trisha Bushey shows the evening sky and points of light near in Lebanon Township, N.J., on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.
December 20

Raw oysters linked to norovirus outbreak leaves at least 80 sickened in Los Angeles

The outbreak stemmed from an event at the Hollywood Palladium celebrating the Los Angeles Times' list of the 101 best restaurants on Dec. 3.
December 20
Raw oysters linked to norovirus outbreak leaves at least 80 sickened in Los Angeles
December 20

National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
December 20
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
December 20

FBI says man was plotting attack with Madison school shooting suspect

Carlsbad police filed the application for a gun violence emergency protective order against Alexander Charles Paffendorf in San Diego County Superior Court on Tuesday.
December 20
Carlsbad police filed the application for a gun violence emergency protective order against Alexander Charles Paffendorf in San Diego County Superior Court on Tuesday.
December 20

Texas family’s immigration fight

Christina Salazar says a missed immigration hearing due to an emergency C-section led to her and her children being deported to Mexico while her husband remains in the U.S.
December 20
Christina Salazar says a missed immigration hearing due to an emergency C-section led to her and her children being deported to Mexico while her husband remains in the U.S.
December 20

3rd grader caught on camera saving choking student

Thomas Conley, 8, jumped into action when he noticed his classmate was choking in their school cafeteria.
December 20
Thomas Conley, 8, jumped into action when he noticed his classmate was choking in their school cafeteria.
December 20

Teen athlete dies after 30-minute ambulance wait

The mother of Amanda Sylvester, a 15-year-old who collapsed during volleyball practice, says, “When you call for help, help should come.”
December 20
The mother of Amanda Sylvester, a 15-year-old who collapsed during volleyball practice, says, “when you call for help, help should come.”
December 20

Starbucks workers union announces pre-Christmas strike in 3 major cities

The workers union representing Starbucks baristas across the country announced members in Los Angeles, Chicago and Seattle will go on strike beginning Friday.
December 20
The workers union representing Starbucks baristas across the country announced members in Los Angeles, Chicago and Seattle will go on strike beginning Friday.
December 20

Some families cut relatives off over LGBTQ politics this holiday season

Families say they are standing up for their LGBTQ children this season.
December 20
The holidays can be difficult for some folks in the LGBTQ community who may not be accepted by their family or community.
December 20

Meet the moms who shred the half-pipe

ABC News’ Danny New visits a group of mothers who are finding joy and catching air at a skatepark in Brooklyn, New York.
December 20
ABC News’ Danny New visits a group of mothers who are finding joy and catching air at a skatepark in Brooklyn, New York.
December 19

Starbucks workers union announces pre-Christmas strike in 3 major cities

Five days of escalating strikes will begin Friday and continue till Dec. 24.
December 19
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 19

Criminal defense attorney breaks down Luigi Mangione’s criminal complaint

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks to criminal defense attorney Arthur Aidala on the criminal complaint filed today against Luigi Mangione and what happens next in the high-profile case.
December 19
Criminal defense attorney breaks down Luigi Mangione’s criminal complaint
December 19

Alleged 'drone' sightings confounding officials, residents

ABC News' Jay O'Brien traveled to Mine Hill, New Jersey, where many alleged "drones" have been spotted to talk to residents about the sightings. Experts explain how not everything is as it seems.
December 19
Alleged 'drone' sightings confounding officials, residents
December 19

ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, December 19, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
December 19
ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, December 19, 2024
December 19

Zombie Wells: The Threat Beneath

ABC News' groundbreaking investigation exposing the threats that abandoned gas and oil wells pose to the environment and communities across the country.
December 19
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