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In this May 27, 2022, file photo, host Pete Hegseth is shown during a taping of "FOX & Friends" at Fox News Channel Studios in New York.
In this May 27, 2022, file photo, host Pete Hegseth is shown during a taping of "FOX & Friends" at Fox News Channel Studios in New York.
Pete Hegseth's plan to overhaul the military: 'You need to fire a ton of generals'
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New York City congestion pricing is returning with new reduced tolls

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is reviving New York City’s congestion pricing with a new plan that lower the cost to vehicles traveling through Manhattan below 60th Street.
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is reviving New York City’s congestion pricing with a new plan that lower the cost to vehicles traveling through Manhattan below 60th Street.
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Travis Kelce's, Patrick Mahomes' houses targeted by burglars

The homes of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce were burglarized last month, according to police reports.
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VIDEO: Travis Kelce's, Patrick Mahomes' houses targeted by burglars
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14-year-old boy arrested for allegedly starting forest fire

The fire burned 52 acres though no structures were damaged, police said.
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New Jersey fire crews respond to a wildfire in Evesham Township, New Jersey, that started on Oct. 30, 2024.
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14-year-old boy arrested for allegedly starting forest fire

Authorities investigating the cause and origin of the Oct. 30 blaze "located evidence that identified this fire as an arson," the Evesham Township Police said Wednesday.
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Authorities investigating the cause and origin of the Oct. 30 blaze "located evidence that identified this fire as an arson," the Evesham Township Police said Wednesday.
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The Onion buys InfoWars in bankruptcy auction

The satirical website The Onion purchased InfoWars on Thursday, a capstone on years of litigation following InfoWars founder Alex Jones' defamation case. ABC News’ Aaron Katersky reports.
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The satirical website The Onion purchased InfoWars on Thursday, a capstone on years of litigation following InfoWars founder Alex Jones' defamation case. ABC News’ Aaron Katersky reports.
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Massive brush fire erupts in NYC park

ABC News’ Phil Lipof reports on the rare brush fire in New York City, where firefighters are putting out hot spots.
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VIDEO: Massive brush fire erupts in NYC park
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FBI raids Polymarket founder’s home in criminal probe of election betting platform

Polymarket correctly predicted Donald Trump's victory last week.
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The FBI seal is shown in the election security command center at FBI headquarters on Nov. 4, 2024.
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Pete Hegseth's plan to overhaul the military: 'You need to fire a ton of generals'

Trump announced Hegseth as his nominee for Secretary of Defense on Tuesday.
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In this May 27, 2022, file photo, host Pete Hegseth is shown during a taping of "FOX & Friends" at Fox News Channel Studios in New York.
November 14

The Onion buys InfoWars in bankruptcy auction

Alex Jones was sued by families of the Sandy Hook massacre.
November 14
Right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones speaks to the media after arriving at the federal courthouse for a hearing in front of a bankruptcy judge, June 14, 2024, in Houston.
November 14

National headlines from ABC News

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

New DA speaks out on Menendez brothers' fight for freedom

Lyle and Erik Menendez have spent nearly 35 years in prison for murder.
November 14
In these booking photos taken Oct. 10, 2024, Erik and Lyle Menendez are shown.
November 14

Man accused of faking death may have been spotted on social media

A TikTok video shot in June by content creator Baylee Boomhower shows a man on a bicycle coming up to her and asking, “Should I go to Uzbekistan or stay here?”
November 14
A TikTok video shot in June by content creator Baylee Boomhower shows a man on a bicycle coming up to her and asking, “Should I go to Uzbekistan or stay here?”
November 14

Nex Benedict's school district agrees to address Title IX harassment violations

The Department of Education announced that Oklahoma's Owasso Public Schools has agreed to “remedy violations of Title IX” following LGBTQ+ student Nex Benedict's death.
November 14
The Department of Education announced that Oklahoma's Owasso Public Schools has agreed to “remedy violations of Title IX” following LGBTQ+ student Nex Benedict's death.
November 14

Woman dies after being thrown from golf cart near private members-only club

The victim was named as Mary Blasetti, a 32-year-old woman from Annapolis.
November 14
November 13

ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, November 13, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump met with President Joe Biden at the White House as he nominates more members of his cabinet, Elon Musk’s rise to power and rapper turned politician on newest project.
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ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, November 13, 2024
November 13

Bear costume used in elaborate car insurance fraud scheme, officials say

Four individuals were arrested and charged with insurance fraud and conspiracy.
November 13
Operation Bear Claw reveals suspects allegedly wore bear costume to commit insurance fraud
November 13

Scammers in bear costumes attacked cars: Officials

Four people have been arrested for alleged insurance fraud after they claimed a bear damaged their car — but it was really a person in a bear costume, according to officials in California.
November 13
Scammers in bear costumes attacked cars: Officials
November 13

Some experts raise concerns over Musk and Ramaswamy's government efficiency roles

Experts warn the pair's role could raise possible conflict concerns.
November 13
In this split image, Elon Musk speaks during a campaign rally for Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump at Madison Square Garden on Oct. 27, 2024 in New York City, and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy speaks during the fourth Republican presidential primary debate at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Ala., on Dec. 6, 2023.
November 13

35 escaped monkeys captured in South Carolina, 8 remain on the loose

All the recovered primates are in good health, police said.
November 13
In this Sept. 20, 2024, file photo, an infant rhesus macaque is held by an adult on Morgan Island, in Beaufort County, South Carolina, just north of St. Helena Island. The island and its 3,000 monkeys are managed by Yemassee's Alpha Genesis for the National Institutes of Health.
November 13

Late-season tropical threat taking shape in the Caribbean, forecasts show

The Atlantic hurricane season does not end until Nov. 30.
November 13
In an aerial view, homes along the Gulf of Mexico are seen after they were destroyed when Hurricane Milton passed through the area in Manasota Key, Fla. Oct. 12, 2024.
November 13

Trump picks Gaetz for AG, Gabbard for DNI

The latest Trump transition nominees, plus a man in Colorado has a goal of giving away at least $100 every day.
November 13
VIDEO: Trump picks Gaetz for AG, Gabbard for DNI
November 13

Special counsel asks judge to pause his appeal in Trump's classified documents case

Special counsel Jack Smith is winding down his two cases against Trump.
November 13
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump takes the stage during a campaign rally at Desert Diamond Arena, on Aug. 23, 2024, in Glendale, Arizona.
November 13

2 dead in explosion at manufacturing plant in Louisville, Kentucky: Police

Two people were killed and four remain in the hospital from an explosion at a manufacturing facility in Louisville, Kentucky, officials said.
November 13
2 dead in explosion at manufacturing plant in Louisville, Kentucky: Police
November 13

After student suicide, Oklahoma district agrees to address Title IX violations

The LGBTQ+ student's suicide sparked concerns about bullying in schools.
November 13
Nex Benedict, 16, died one day after a physical altercation with other students in their Oklahoma school.
November 13

At least 10 skulls, one linked to a missing person, found in New Mexico

The man in possession of the bone fragments is not currently facing any charges.
November 13
Angela McManes is seen in this undated police handout.
November 13

FBI offering $25K reward in ballot box fires

The FBI is offering a $25,000 reward in connection with a series of arson incidents involving ballot boxes in Washington state and Oregon last month.
November 13
The FBI is offering a $25,000 reward in connection with a series of arson incidents involving ballot boxes in Washington state and Oregon last month.
November 13

FBI offering $25K reward for information in ballot box fires in Oregon, Washington

An "improvised incendiary device" was used in each incident, the FBI said.
November 13
A ballot box is seen on fire, Oct. 28, 2024, in Portland, Ore.
November 13

Alleged victims of sexual abuse while incarcerated hold rally in New York

The rally marked the one-year anniversary of the Adult Survivors Act (ASA).
November 13
Tasha Beasley claims that she was sexually abused multiple times while serving her sentence in Rikers Island in the Bronx.
November 13

Missing 'Gossip Girl' actor Chanel Maya Banks found safe

No foul play is suspected, and the case is now closed.
November 13
In this June 21, 2012 file photo Chanel Farrell attends the "Take This Waltz" screening at Sunshine Landmark on in New York City.
November 13

Fingerprint from taxi license application leads to arrest in 1978 double murder

The suspect, now 71 years old, had no significant criminal record.
November 13
Timothy Joley, 71, has been arrested for the 1978 murders of Theresa Marcoux and Mark Harnish.
November 13

Firefighter accused of intentionally setting brush fire, charged with arson

The New York firefighter has been suspended, authorities said.
November 13
Jonathan Quiles appears in court in Central Islip, New York, Nov. 13, 2024.
November 13

Gun violence prevention groups to fight Trump's 'concealed carry reciprocity' plan

Trump has promised to "protect self defense everywhere it is under siege."
November 13
President-elect Donald Trump speaks at a meeting with the House GOP conference, Nov. 13, 2024, in Washington.
November 13

Man who helped Daniel Penny restrain Jordan Neely speaks at trial

Penny is being tried on charges of manslaughter and negligent homicide.
November 13
Daniel Penny walks out of the courtroom at Manhattan Criminal Court on November 12, 2024 in New York City.
November 13

Fingerprint leads to arrest in 1978 double murder

Nearly 46 years after a double homicide, a fingerprint from a taxi license application has led to a suspect's arrest, officials in western Massachusetts announced.
November 13
Nearly 46 years after a double homicide, a fingerprint from a taxi license application has led to a suspect's arrest, officials in western Massachusetts announced.
November 13

Trump's defense secretary pick once slammed him for 'shallowness' on foreign policy

The Fox News host criticized Trump before he was elected in 2016.
November 13
President Donald Trump appears on Fox & Friends co-host Pete Hegseth at a Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride event in the East Room of the White House, April 6, 2017.
November 13

Long Island detective faces hate crime charges

The detective allegedly made a racial slur while damaging a man's vehicle.
November 13
The detective allegedly made a racial slur while damaging a man's vehicle.
November 13

Long island firefighter arrested for allegedly setting brush fire

Police said volunteer firefighter Jonathan Quiles intentionally set a fire in a wooded area that damaged a car parked nearby.
November 13
Police said volunteer firefighter Jonathan Quiles intentionally set a fire in a wooded area that damaged a car parked nearby.
November 13

Detective faces hate crime charges in New York

The detective allegedly made a racial slur while damaging a man's vehicle.
November 13
Courtroom pool photo of John Murphy, 40, of Manorville, who is a Rockville Centre Police Department detective, was charged with two counts of Criminal Mischief 4th Degree as a Hate Crime.
November 13

Gun violence prevention groups brace for Trump's 'concealed carry reciprocity' law

President-elect Donald Trump has promised to "protect self-defense everywhere it is under siege."
November 13
Gun violence prevention groups brace for Trump's 'concealed carry reciprocity' law
November 13

Doctor describes danger of transferring women needing abortion care to other states

Four women and two doctors are suing the state over its bans.
November 13
In this undated file photo, the Ada County Courthouse is shown in downtown Boise, Idaho.
November 13

Patrick Mahomes speaks out after his, Travis Kelce's homes targeted by burglars

Kelce’s home was broken into while the Chiefs were hosting the Saints.
November 13
Travis Kelce, left, and Patrick Mahomes.
November 13

Is it better to rent or buy going into the new year?

Deciding to rent or buy is a tough decision, but there's no easy answer.
November 13
A rent sign is seen in this stock photo.
November 13

LGBTQ crisis hotlines see surge of calls amid Trump election

One organization saw a 700% increase in crisis outreach on Nov. 6.
November 13
A protect trans sign is seen in this undated stock photo.
November 13

Timeline: Special counsel's probe into Trump's handling of classified documents

Trump pleaded not guilty to charges of mishandling classified materials.
November 13
This image contained in a court filing by the Department of Justice on Aug. 30, 2022, and partially redacted by the source, shows a photo of documents seized during the Aug. 8 FBI search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.
November 13

2 dead in explosion at Kentucky manufacturing plant: Police

At least two injuries at the Givaudan Sense Colour facility were critical.
November 13
Authorities respond following an incident at a manufacturing plant in Louisville, Kentucky, Nov. 12, 2024.
November 13

Musk, Ramaswamy to help ‘way too bloated’ government: GOP strategist

Tricia McLaughlin, former senior adviser to Vivek Ramaswamy, discusses the work to be done under what President-elect Donald Trump is calling a new "Department of Government Efficiency."
November 13
VIDEO: Musk, Ramaswamy to help ‘way too bloated’ government: GOP strategist
November 13

Parents of Idaho college murder victims speak out on 2-year mark of gruesome crime

Bryan Kohberger is accused of killing four college students on Nov. 13, 2022.
November 13
A photo posted by Kaylee Goncalves a few days before their deaths shows University of Idaho students Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves.
November 13

Colorado ‘Miracle Man’ leaves cash for people to find

A man in Colorado has a goal of giving away at least $100 every day. ABC News’ Danny New reports.
November 13
A man in Colorado has a goal of giving away at least $100 every day. ABC News’ Danny New reports.
November 13

Nazi demonstrators gather outside 'Diary of Anne Frank' play in Michigan

A group of masked demonstrators were seen waving Nazi flags outside a production of "The Diary of Anne Frank" in Howell, Michigan, on Saturday.
November 13
A group of masked demonstrators were seen waving Nazi flags outside a production of "The Diary of Anne Frank" in Howell, Michigan, on Saturday.
November 13

Law requiring the Ten Commandments in classrooms blocked by Louisiana judge

Louisiana's new law requiring all public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments was temporarily blocked on Tuesday.
November 13
Louisiana's new law requiring all public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments was temporarily blocked on Tuesday.
Homes in Cameron, Louisiana, lie in ruins in the wake of Hurricane Audrey, July 1, 1957. As far at 25 miles inland were inundated with storm surge of 8 to 12 feet, and leaving 390 dead.
Homes in Cameron, Louisiana, lie in ruins in the wake of Hurricane Audrey, July 1, 1957. As far at 25 miles inland were inundated with storm surge of 8 to 12 feet, and leaving 390 dead.
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