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Wife of Kilmar Abrego Garcia says seeing photo of him alive is 'very overwhelming'

“I won't stop fighting until he returns home," she told "Good Morning America."
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Jennifer Vasquez Sura speaks with ABC News.
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SCOTUS to hear Trump bid on birthright citizenship

The Supreme Court said it would hear expedited oral arguments in May over Pres. Trump's emergency request to rollback nationwide injunctions against his executive order to end birthright citizenship.
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VIDEO: SCOTUS to hear Trump bid on birthright citizenship
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'Everyone I know is terrified': FSU student and brother of Parkland victim speaks out

Florida State University student Robbie Alhadeff reacts to the shooting at the university and reflects on losing his sister in the 2018 Parkland shooting.
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School bus overturns, leaving middle school student dead

There were two adults and approximately 35 students on the bus.
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A school bus overturned on a highway in Chester County, South Carolina, April 17, 2025.
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FSU shooting latest: Police search for motive in deadly campus attack

The 20-year-old suspect, an FSU student, was shot and taken into custody.
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Students hold a vigil near the scene of a shooting near the Florida State University student center on April 17, 2025 in Tallahassee, Florida.
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ABC News Live Prime: Thu, Apr 17, 2025

At least two are dead in a shooting at FSU; Luigi Mangione was indicted on federal charges for killing a CEO; ABC News' Linsey Davis sat down for a sprawling conversation with Melinda French Gates
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Thu, Apr 17, 2025
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Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen shares photo with Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador

Abrego Garcia was sent to El Salvador by error in March.
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen shares photo of meeting Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador.
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Power restored to nearly all of Puerto Rico

An estimated 98.8% of customers have now had their power restored.
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FILE PHOTO: Cars drive through a dark street after Puerto Rico was hit with a massive power outage where energy plants across the island unexpectedly shut down, in San Juan, Puerto Rico April 16, 2025.
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New Jersey Attorney General files lawsuit against social media site Discord

The popular chat app is being sued over kids' safety with New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin alleging that Discord has become a playground for child predators.
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The popular chat app is being sued over kids' safety with New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin alleging that Discord has become a playground for child predators.
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'I can't hold much longer': Man with dementia rescued after hanging from window

An elderly man with dementia was rescued by police after his foot got stuck in a window and he was dangling from the second-story of his home, officials said.
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An elderly man with dementia was rescued by police after his foot got stuck in a window and he was dangling from the second-story of his home, officials said.
April 18

Seattle crosswalks hacked with fake messages from Jeff Bezos

The Settle Department of Transportation said it has corrected the walk signal messages in multiple locations.
April 18
The Settle Department of Transportation said it has corrected the walk signal messages in multiple locations.
April 18

FSU student who saw gunman fire first few shots recounts harrowing shooting

McKenzie Heeter was just feet away from the gunman when the shooting began.
April 18
Evacuees watch law enforcement work on Florida State University (FSU) campus after a mass shooting in Tallahassee, Florida, U.S., April 17, 2025.
April 18

Florida woman who killed $30M lottery winner denied new trial

A convicted murderer who killed a lottery winner is fighting for a new trial.
April 18
Dorice "Dee Dee" Moore sat down with ABC News' Matt Gutman in a jailhouse interview in 2013
April 18

How a team of 'suburban dads' secured a key checkpoint in Gaza's 'death corridor'

The ex-military contractors were cognizant of the "optics of the situation."
April 18
Displaced Palestinians cross a checkpoint manned by US and Egyptian security on Feb. 9, 2025.
April 18

As Abrego Garcia's deportation battle continues, differing pictures of him emerge

Administration officials and family members are painting contrasting images.
April 18
Undated photo provided by Murray Osorio PLLC shows Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
April 18

Timeline: Wrongful deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to El Salvador

The alleged MS-13 member, who was living in Maryland, is in a Salvadoran prison.
April 18
Undated photo provided by the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, a man identified by Jennifer Vasquez Sura as her husband, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, is led by force by guards through the Terrorism Confinement Center in Tecoluca, El Salvador.
April 18

What to know about Phoenix Ikner: Alleged FSU gunman and stepson of sheriff's deputy

The suspect's stepmother served the Leon County Sheriff's Office for 18 years.
April 18
People evacuate Florida State University campus after a mass shooting in Tallahassee, Fla., April 17, 2025.
April 17

ER physician on treating victims from FSU shooting

ABC News' Stephanie Ramos spoke with Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare's Dr. William Nimmons on treating the victims of the deadly shooting at Florida State University.
April 17
VIDEO: ER physician on treating victims from FSU shooting
April 17

Analyzing the FSU mass shooting response with former police chief

Former San Bernardino Police Chief Jarrod Burguan talks to ABC News' Stephanie Ramos about the police response to the deadly Florida State University shooting.
April 17
VIDEO: Analyzing the FSU mass shooting response with former police chief
April 17

Could Luigi Mangione's latest indictment lead to death penalty?

ABC News' Stephanie Ramos speaks with civil rights attorney Areva Martin on the federal indictment of alleged CEO assassin Luigi Mangione and the stated intention to pursue the death penalty.
April 17
VIDEO: Could Luigi Mangione's latest indictment lead to death penalty?
April 17

FSU student describes barricading doors, texting loved ones during mass shooting

ABC News' Stephanie Ramos spoke with Andres Perez on the moment he was alerted of a mass shooting while on campus and his ongoing work as president of FSU's Students Demand Action.
April 17
VIDEO: FSU student describes barricading doors, texting loved ones during mass shooting
April 17

Melinda French Gates: 'I have to be true to myself'

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with philanthropist and author Melinda French Gates on her memoir, "The Next Day," giving pearls of wisdom from her life's pivotal moments and embracing the unexpected.
April 17
VIDEO: Melinda French Gates: 'I have to be true to myself'
April 17

Future of global trade still uncertain

United States stock markets closed with mixed results Thursday as President Donald Trump called for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to be fired after his warning of tariffs' impact on the economy.
April 17
VIDEO: Future of global trade still uncertain
April 17

Exclusive: Gov. Shapiro gives sit-down interview from residence after arson attack

George Stephanopoulos toured the damage with the governor and the first lady.
April 17
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks with George Stephanopoulos during an interview with ABC News in a fire damaged room at the Governor's Residence in Harrisburg, Pa., April 17, 2025.
April 17

FSU shooting: 2 dead, 6 injured; 20-year-old suspect in custody

The suspect had access to one of his stepmother's weapons, the sheriff said.
April 17
Law enforcement work at Florida State University campus after a mass shooting in Tallahassee, Fla., April 17, 2025.
April 17

3 killed in 2-boat collision during fishing competition, state authorities say

The crash was during a Major League Fishing tournament, the organization said.
April 17
A boat is seen following a crash on Smith Lake in Cullman County, Alabama, April 16, 2025.
April 17

Luigi Mangione indicted on federal charges for CEO killing

One of the charges makes him eligible for the death penalty if convicted.
April 17
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealth Group chief executive Brian Thompson, appears in Manhattan Supreme Court on New York state murder and terrorism charges in New York, Feb. 21, 2025.
April 17

Menendez brothers' long-awaited resentencing hearing is delayed

Erik and Lyle Menendez are looking to be released from prison after 35 years.
April 17
This combination of two booking photos provided by the California Department of Corrections shows Erik Menendez, left, and Lyle Menendez.
April 17

Alleged FSU gunman was son of sheriff's deputy, police say

The suspect was identified during a press conference as 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, the son of Leon County Sheriff's Deputy Jessica Ikner.
April 17
The suspect was identified during a press conference as 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, the son of Leon County Sheriff's Deputy Jessica Ikner.
April 17

Multiple injuries after school bus overturns on South Carolina highway

The bus was carrying students from Pine Ridge Middle School back from a field trip outside Charlotte, North Carolina, school officials said.
April 17
The bus was carrying students from Pine Ridge Middle School back from a field trip outside Charlotte, North Carolina, school officials said.
April 17

FSU student recounts personal experience: 'This is a tragedy'

David Echavarria was in class during a presentation at Florida State University when an alert notified his class that there was a active shooter on campus.
April 17
VIDEO: FSU student recounts personal experience: 'This is a tragedy'
April 17

2 dead, 6 injured in shooting at FSU: Officials

The suspect is the son of a current Leon County sheriff's deputy and had access to one of his mother's weapons, according to the sheriff.
April 17
VIDEO: 2 dead, 6 injured in shooting at FSU: Officials
April 17

Investors struggle to claw back market losses

After talks with Japan and Italy this week, Trump was asked on Thursday if he expects to announce an initial deal with any of these countries soon.
April 17
VIDEO: Investors struggle to claw back market losses
April 17

Hidden in amber: Ancient 'dirt ant' rewrites evolutionary history

An ant preserved in 16 million-year-old amber mastered the art of camouflage.
April 17
 Stock photo of an ant.
April 17

Slamming Trump administration, court denies request to appeal Abrego Garcia ruling

The judges dismissed the White House's claims that they cannot bring him back.
April 17
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran migrant in this handout image obtained by Reuters on April 9, 2025.
April 17

'This is not right': FSU student recounts hiding from shooting

Ryan Cedergren, a student at Florida State University, was at a bowling alley in the Student Union when he heard shots fired.
April 17
VIDEO: 'This is not right': FSU student recounts hiding from shooting
April 17

Florida state senator talks being in lockdown at FSU

Florida state Sen. Jason W.B. Pizzo learned that two interns were at Florida State University and headed to campus to check on them upon learning about a shooting at the university.
April 17
VIDEO: Florida state senator talks being in lockdown at FSU
April 17

Inside Menendez brothers' resentencing hearing

Erik and Lyle Menendez's long-awaited resentencing hearing was filled with fireworks and flared tempers on Thursday as the brothers' attorney looks to get them released.
April 17
VIDEO: Inside Menendez brothers' resentencing hearing
April 17

'Hi, I'm Jeff Bezos': City's traffic signals hacked with fake billionaire message

The hackers targeted the tech district amid debate over a proposed wealth tax.
April 17
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ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, April 16, 2025

What could happen to Trump administration after judge’s threat of contempt; Nearly deported man says he was mistakenly detained by ICE; Gabrielle Chase on being the ‘big sister’ of TikTok
April 17
VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
April 17

Mother of teen charged in track meet stabbing speaks out

The organization Next Generation Action Network held a press briefing on Thursday to address the case, including threats the family said they have received.
April 17
The organization Next Generation Action Network held a press briefing on Thursday to address the case, including threats the family said they have received.
April 17

Fake surgeon attempts to remove woman's butt implants, patient dies

Felipe Hoyos-Foronda was arrested last month, according to the NYPD.
April 17
In this undated photo released by the NYPD shows Felipe Hoyos-Foronda.
April 17

Family of teen charged with murder in track meet stabbing speaks out for 1st time

Karmelo Anthony was charged with murder in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf.
April 17
The mother of Karmelo Anthony, Kala Hayes, speaks during a press briefing with the Next Generation Action Fund in Dallas, April 17, 2025.
April 17

Dallas school district police discuss school shooting

At least four people were injured Tuesday after multiple shots were fired at a high school in Dallas, Texas, police said.
April 17
At least four people were injured Tuesday after multiple shots were fired at a high school in Dallas, Texas, police said.
April 17

Florida Rep. Neal Dunn reacts to FSU shooting

At least one person was killed and six others were injured in a shooting at Florida State University in Tallahassee on Thursday, multiple law enforcement sources told ABC News.
April 17
VIDEO: Florida Rep. Neal Dunn reacts to FSU shooting
April 17

Trump defends deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia

Asked whether he will take steps to return a migrant who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador, President Donald Trump said “Well, I'm not involved in it. You’ll have to speak to the lawyers.”
April 17
VIDEO: Trump defends deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia
April 17

Supreme Court to hear oral arguments over birthright citizenship order

President Trump has asked the Supreme Court to significantly narrow nationwide injunctions blocking his executive order redefining birthright citizenship in the U.S.
April 17
VIDEO: Supreme Court to hear oral arguments over birthright citizenship order
April 17

RFK Jr. has a goal to study what's 'behind' autism by September. How realistic is it?

Studies have suggested that autism risk is heavily rooted in genetics.
April 17
Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks during a news conference at the Department of Health and Human Services, April 16, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
April 17

'I can't hold much longer': Man with dementia rescued after hanging from window

The man is in the late stages of dementia, his wife said.
April 17
An elderly man in the late stages of dementia was rescued by police after dangling from a second-story window at his home, officials said.
April 17

'You never knew what was going to happen': FSU student describes sheltering in place

Florida State University student Daniella Streety describes sheltering in place during the reported active shooter on the school's campus.
April 17
VIDEO: 'You never knew what was going to happen': FSU student describes sheltering in place