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June 05

Mom of 6-year-old who shot his teacher will plead guilty to new charges: Lawyer

Her attorney called the shooting "a tragedy for all parties."
June 05
Children arrive at Richneck Elementary School for the first day of classes back at the school in Newport News, Va., Jan. 30, 2023.
June 05

Wildfire smoke returns to parts of the Midwest and Northeast

Hazy skies are likely in these regions over the next few days.
June 05
Smoke billows upwards from a planned ignition by firefighters tackling the Donnie Creek Complex wildfire south of Fort Nelson, British Columbia, Canada, June 3, 2023.
June 05

NYPD safety team making high number of unlawful stops, mostly people of color: Report

New York City Mayor Eric Adams revived the unit after he took office.
June 05
NYPD officers arrests an individual as people participate in the Care Not Criminalization march on May 24, 2023 in New York City.
June 05

ABC News Live Prime: Mon, Jun 5, 2023

California attorney general believes migrants flown from Texas to California were victims of "state-sanctioned kidnapping"; spy Robert Hanssen dies; cat kidney transplants open new doors for pet care.
June 05
VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Mon, Jun 5, 2023
June 05

After 6 women found dead, Portland officials warn against serial killer speculation

The Portland Police Bureau in Oregon took a strong stance against “online rumors” Sunday, shutting down theories of a serial killer after the deaths of six women.
June 05
The Portland Police Bureau in Oregon took a strong stance against “online rumors” Sunday, shutting down theories of a serial killer after the deaths of six women.
June 05

California AG on migrants sent to Sacramento: 'It's cruel, it's inhumane, it's wrong'

ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke with California Attorney General Rob Bonta about migrants flown to Sacramento, which Gov. Gavin Newsom alleges is "state-sponsored kidnapping" by the state of Florida.
June 05
VIDEO: California AG on migrants sent to Sacramento: 'It's cruel, it's inhumane, it's wrong'
June 05

F-16s scrambled 1.5 hours after contact lost with unresponsive jet that veered to DC

The startling episode ended with the plane crashing and four deaths.
June 05
This file photo released by the US Air Force January 31, 2006, shows an F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 20th Fighter Wing, Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina.
June 05

Investigators seek answers about plane crash that followed sonic boom in DC

Plus, U.S. releases video showing a close call with a Chinese destroyer in international waters and Apple officially launching its mixed reality headset.
June 05
VIDEO: Investigators seek answers about plane crash that followed sonic boom in DC
June 05

After 6 women found dead, Portland officials warn against serial killer speculation

Six women under the age of 40 have been found dead over the last three months.
June 05
Police in Portland, OR, are trying to dispel rumors of a serial killer after the remains of six women were found over the last three months.
June 05

3 children remain hospitalized following shooting in Texas suburb: Police

The "horrific" shooting left one adult dead and four others injured on Sunday.
June 05
3 children remain hospitalized in critical but stable condition after shooting in Sunnyvale, TX on June 4, 2023.
June 05

Sit-in outside Colorado Capitol calls for gun ban

People from around the U.S. and even out of the country gathered for a sit-in to demand a gun ban and create weapon buyback programs in Colorado.
June 05
People from around the U.S. and even out of the country gathered for a sit-in to demand a gun ban and create weapon buyback programs in Colorado.
June 05

ABC News Live: Sonic boom heard across DC area

Plus, tensions are on the rise between the U.S. and China after a near collision between American and Chinese warships in international waters and the 2024 Republican field continues to grow.
June 05
VIDEO: ABC News Live: Sonic boom heard across DC area
June 05

NTSB now investigating deadly jet crash after F-16 intercept

ABC News transportation reporter Sam Sweeney has the latest on the Cessna Citation crash as the NTSB looks into what caused the civilian plane to fly into restricted airspace.
June 05
VIDEO: NTSB now investigating deadly jet crash after F-16 intercept
June 05

Scientists discover 1st species outside of humans to bury their dead

Bigger brains may not equate to higher intelligence after all.
June 05
A rendering of Homo naledi, an early hominin discovered in 2013 that likely lived between 335,000 to 236,000 years ago.
June 05

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Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
June 05
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June 05

ABC News Live: Plane crashes near DC after F-16 fighter jets race to intercept it

Plus, new video shows a Chinese warship nearly colliding with a U.S. Navy destroyer and the latest on the 2024 race as Chris Christie and Mike Pence prepare to announce their runs.
June 05
VIDEO: ABC News Live: Plane crashes near DC after F-16 fighter jets race to intercept it
June 05

Sit-in taking place at Colorado Capitol to protest guns

A group called "Here 4 the Kids" wants the governor to sign an executive order making guns illegal and start a buyback program.
June 05
VIDEO: Colorado sit-in taking place at the state capitol protesting guns
June 05

ABC News Live: Sonic boom rattles nation’s capital in intercept of small jet

Plus, new video appears to show a close call between ships as tensions rise between the U.S. and China, and an airline passenger goes to court after allegedly causing a flight to be diverted.
June 05
VIDEO: ABC News Live: Sonic boom rattles nation’s capital in intercept of small jet
June 05

Chinese warship nearly collides with American vessel

ABC News contributor Steve Ganyard explains the concerns between the U.S. and China’s close call in the Taiwan Strait.
June 05
VIDEO: Chinese warship nearly collides with American vessel
June 05

Dark side of social media influencers explored in new Hulu docuseries

The power of persuasion can be easily misused and exploited.
June 05
A man simulates taking a photo in front a ring light in this re-created image for the ABC News Studios documentary "The Age of Influence."
June 05

Suspect in Natalee Holloway disappearance set for extradition to US

Joran Van der Sloot is expected to arrive in Alabama where he will face extortion and fraud charges.
June 05
VIDEO: Suspect in Natalee Holloway disappearance set for extradition to US
June 05

Bodies of 2 remaining missing men found at collapsed Iowa building

No one else is believed to be missing.
June 05
Branden Colvin, Ryan Hutchcock and Daniel Prien.
June 05

Sonic boom heard in Washington, DC, as F-16 jets try to intercept unresponsive plane

Pentagon officials say the situation was handled correctly after having no contact with the pilot. ABC News Senior Pentagon Reporter Luis Martinez breaks down the next steps from the Pentagon.
June 05
VIDEO: Sonic boom heard in Washington, DC as F-16 jets try to intercept unresponsive plane
June 05

Sonic boom rattles nation’s capital in intercept of small jet

Plus, tensions are rising between the U.S. and China, and the race for the White House continues to grow as more candidates join the race.
June 05
VIDEO: Sonic boom rattles nation’s capital in intercept of a small jet
June 05

Atlanta City Council to vote on budget for so-called 'Cop City'

The public safety training center has been the center of controversy.
June 05
People protest against the controversial "Cop City" project, outside the city hall in Atlanta, May 15, 2023.
June 05

Texas shooting leaves 1 dead, 4 injured

Police are working to find the two suspects, a man and a woman, who may be in a black vehicle.
June 05
Police are working to find the two suspects, a man and a woman, who may be in a black vehicle.
June 05

New York to propose legislation criminalizing printing ghost guns at home

Lawmakers are responding to a surge in gun crimes committed with untraceable firearms, known as ghost guns, increasingly being created using a 3D printer.
June 05
Lawmakers are responding to a surge in gun crimes committed with untraceable firearms, known as ghost guns, increasingly being created using a 3D printer.
June 05

Woman allegedly paid to hire hitman to kill wife of her dating match

The woman met a friend to go hiking with. Then he married another woman.
June 05
June 05

Canadian fires bring dangerous air quality to the US

Dangerous air quality will be a significant issue for millions of Americans to deal with early this week, as fires continue to spark throughout Canada.
June 05
Dangerous air quality will be a significant issue for millions of Americans to deal with early this week, as fires continue to spark throughout Canada.
June 05

Body of missing resident in collapsed Iowa building found, officials say

Branden Colvin, 42, was found on Saturday -- a week after the building in downtown Davenport, Iowa, collapsed, Sarah Ott, chief strategy officer for the City of Davenport, confirmed to ABC News.
June 05
Branden Colvin, 42, was found on Saturday -- a week after the building in downtown Davenport, Iowa, collapsed, Sarah Ott, chief strategy officer for the City of Davenport, confirmed to ABC News.
June 05

New York to propose legislation criminalizing printing ghost guns at home

The goal is to "attack the manufacture" of these kinds of weapons.
June 05
State Sen. Brad Hoylman and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg inspect a 3D printed gun.
June 04

Sonic boom: Unresponsive plane over DC leads F-16s to investigate

The plane subsequently crashed in Virginia, authorities said.
June 04
A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon flies over Afghanistan, March 17, 2020.
June 04

Police searching for 1 more suspect after 9 injured in shooting at Florida beach

Four children were among the nine victims hurt.
June 04
Law enforcement officers are seen on a crime scene as they respond to a shooting at Hollywood Beach, May 29, 2023 in Hollywood, Fla.
June 04

Canadian fires bring dangerous air quality to the US, impacting millions

Dry weather and gusty winds in the Midwest have increased the wildfire risk.
June 04
This image provided by the The Michigan Department of Natural Resources shows emergency personnel, aircraft and heavy equipment being used to suppress the wildfire near Grayling, Mich., June 3, 2023.
June 04

Body of missing resident in collapsed Iowa building found, officials say

Branden Colvin, 42, was one of three who were thought to be inside.
June 04
Search and rescue effort continue at a six-story apartment building nearly a week after a section of the building collapsed on June 4, 2023 in Davenport, Iowa.
June 04

More than a dozen migrants transported to California via private plane, officials say

The state attorney general described the move as "state-sanctioned kidnapping."
June 04
The Catholic Diocese of Sacramento at 2110 Broadway, Sacramento, Calif., seen on Oct. 2022.
June 03

Large herd of cattle cross through Colorado town

A large herd of cattle crossed through a town in Colorado during a six-mile journey to reach their summer grazing grounds.
June 03
VIDEO: Large herd of cattle cross through Colorado town
June 03

Kitten rescued from car engine on busy highway

Police officers helped rescue a kitten trapped in a car engine along a busy highway in Howard County, Maryland, and one official said "I've never been on a call like this."
June 03
VIDEO: Kitten rescued from car engine on busy highway
June 03

2 children rescued from vehicle on fire as woman shoplifts: Police

The children were taken to the hospital with first degree burns.
June 03
Woman leaves children in car that catches fire while shoplifting
June 03

West Virginia state trooper shot and killed, suspect in custody: Authorities

Sgt. Cory Maynard was fatally shot and killed, Gov. Jim Justice said.
June 03
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June 03

Pride organizers prepare for festivities amid charged anti-LGBTQ rhetoric

US officials have warned about a rise in threats against the LGBTQ community.
June 03
A police officer on duty during a pride event in New York City, June 26, 2022.
June 03

Cannabis cafes may come to this state: 'There is a huge demand'

The bill passed the state assembly with bi-partisan support.
June 03
In this June 24, 2021, file photo, people check out a display case with merchandise at a VIP Event at Planet 13, in Santa Ana, Calif.
June 02

Investigators probe Bryan Kohberger's social media in connection with Idaho murders

Additional phone records are also included in the search warrant.
June 02
Bryan Kohberger enters the courtroom for his arraignment hearing in Latah County District Court, May 22, 2023, in Moscow, Idaho.
June 02

ABC News Live Prime: Fri, Jun 2, 2023

Train crash in India kills at least 200 people; Pharmaceutical company claims drug lowers chances of breast cancer returning; Kelly Rowland talks first of its kind audio-only singing competition.
June 02
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June 02

Trump's attorneys unable to locate sensitive military document he discussed on tape

Trump was recorded discussing the document during a July 2021 meeting.
June 02
Former President Donald Trump greets supporters at a Team Trump volunteer leadership training event held at the Grimes Community Complex, on June 1, 2023, in Grimes, Iowa.
June 02

Ralph Yarl shooting case to be partially sealed

The teen's family criticized the judge's decision to partially seal the case.
June 02
The teen's family criticized the judge's decision to partially seal the case.
June 02

Arsenal of firearms found in NYC apartment after fatal shooting

Shooting suspect Charles Foehner was arrested on multiple weapons charges.
June 02
Charles Foehner is taken into custody on weapons charges.
June 02

ABC News Live: Debt ceiling deal clears Congress

Plus, new hope for cancer patients as a drug commonly used in early stages of breast cancer is shown to prevent recurrence and seeking equity in the newly legalized marijuana business.
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June 02

Viewing service held for 14-year-old killed by store owner

Rick Chow was arrested and charged with murder in connection to his death.
June 02
Cyrus Carmack-Belton
June 02

Trump asks judge in criminal case to step aside due to his daughter's Democratic ties

Judge Juan Merchan is presiding over the criminal case in New York City.
June 02
Former President Donald Trump speaks with supporters at the Westside Conservative Breakfast, on June 1, 2023, in Des Moines, Iowa.