ECONOMY June 21 Sober curiosity rising: How Americans are redefining socializing in a drinking culture The number of Americans with alcohol use disorder nearly doubled from 2019-2022, but some studies show that over 40% of Americans are trying to drink less this year.
EDUCATION June 14 State lawmakers push for ban on phones in schools Lawmakers across the country are debating whether to ban cell phones in class or all together. But parent advocates say students need to have access to their phones in emergencies.
HEALTH May 16 Young vaper who required double lung transplant shares warnings as e-cigarette sales rise Jackson Allard’s parainfluenza escalated to pneumonia, then acute respiratory stress syndrome. After 70 days on life support, the North Dakota man received a double lung transplant.
Fox News Multimedia Reporters March 21, 2024 Ukrainian refugees, wounded soldiers hope for US aid as funding remains stalled Tens of thousands of Ukrainian soldiers have lost limbs because of the war. Some worry that number could rise without additional U.S. aid held up in Congress.
ECONOMY March 8, 2024 Some swing state voters say economy will impact their 2024 presidential vote As Biden tries to hold on to the White House, more than 60% of Americans say they disapprove of his handling of the economy. Some swing state voters say economy will affect their vote.
Trials November 17, 2023 Kaitlin Armstrong sentenced for murder of Mo Wilson, gravel cycling star Kaitlin Armstrong sentenced for the murder of pro cyclist Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson, who was killed after meeting up with Armstrong's boyfriend Colin Strickland.
True Crime August 18, 2023 Idaho student murders: Defense grills experts on knife sheath DNA match Bryan Kohberger's defense team on Friday grilled DNA experts in court as they are aiming to challenge the evidenced used before a grand jury to indict the suspect.
Opioid Crisis May 25, 2023 Iowa state troopers claim fentanyl is changing state from drive-through to drug distribution center Iowa state troopers say fentanyl is changing the state and it is no longer a drive-through point for drug dealers, but a distribution center.
Border security May 11, 2023 Migrant numbers growing at the southern border hours before Title 42 ends The Texas National Guard stationed in El Paso says migrants are arriving to the U.S.-Mexico border with high hopes for the end of Title 42 later Thursday.
Border security May 10, 2023 El Paso migrant shelters prepare for influx of people as Title 42 set to expire The City of El Paso and non-governmental organizations are getting ready for an increase of migrants crossing the southern border as Title 42 is set to expire.
High School May 2, 2023 School districts across America consider arming teachers in aftermath of Nashville school shooting A month after six people died in the Nashville school shooting, districts across the country are considering arming staff members, but critics worry it will cause more harm than good.
Opioid Crisis April 5, 2023 FDA approves overdose reversal drug, first responders say it could save lives Doctors and first responders say making the opioid reversal drug Narcan available over the counter could help lower the number of people dying from overdoses.
Border security March 16, 2023 Texas DPS warnings about travel to Mexico are changing plans for some spring breakers The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is urging Texans to avoid traveling to Mexico during spring break due to ongoing violence crossing the U.S.-Mexico border.
Ukraine December 8, 2022 Ukrainian refugees struggle to find work in US, some agencies want government to extend stay Many Ukrainian refugees have relocated to the United States amid Russia's war, but some are struggling to find work and concerned about eventually being required to return home.
Midterm Elections October 28, 2022 Wisconsin Senate candidate Mandela Barnes appeals to Latino voters, fends off soft-on-crime criticism The tight Wisconsin Senate race between Incumbent Republican Ron Johnson and Democrat Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes will determine the future of the Senate.
College September 1, 2022 Naloxone growing on college campuses as opioid overdoses continue Over 80,000 Americans died from opioid overdoses last year and now activist say a life-saving medication that would reverse an overdose needs to be more accessible to college students.
MENTAL HEALTH July 18, 2022 As new suicide hotline number launches, mental health advocates are hopeful A new 988 hotline launched July 16; people can call it amid a mental health crisis. Some who lost loved ones to suicide wonder if things would have been different if this 988 hotline had existed.
Opioid Crisis June 22, 2022 Mexican drug cartels targeting Montana with fentanyl trade; overdose deaths rising: Law enforcement In Montana, state law enforcement officials say drug cartels are targeting rural areas. Montana Highway Patrol troopers have already seized three times as many fentanyl pills this year compared to 2021.
Border security June 3, 2022 Migrant shelters need more volunteers, government help ahead of Title 42 lifting With the fate of pandemic-era migrant policy Title 42 uncertain, shelter officials in El Paso are preparing for the worst and pleading for government help.
Infrastructure Across America May 19, 2022 US traffic deaths at highest in 16 years; state police ramping up traffic enforcement Nearly 43,000 people were killed on U.S. highways last year. Some police officers suggest travelers believe speed enforcement is down due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Border security May 4, 2022 Texas ranchers fear Title 42 rollback, struggle to find workers due to border issues Some Texas ranchers are struggling to find workers because of fears at the border. Title 42, a Trump-era COVID-19 border policy, is held up in federal court but could be just two weeks away from ending.
Border security April 30, 2022 Texas DPS warns of human smugglers targeting kids on social media Investigators say human smugglers are targeting teens on apps like Tik Tok and Instagram. They're offering them money to pick up migrants from Mexico.
HEALTH April 13, 2022 Labor shortage triggers long wait times for ambulances in rural America The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians says the U.S. has an EMS crisis and is calling for a congressional hearing to help address the issue.
Crime March 28, 2022 Catalytic converter theft increasing across the country in 2022 Catalytic converter theft is on the rise across the country with many states looking to pass legislation to prevent the crime.
Ukraine March 9, 2022 American couple desperate to finish adopting Ukraine kids as war rages The war in Ukraine has left many people caught in the crossfire, including children in orphanages. Hundreds of American families adopt children from Ukraine, but the process is stalled since the Ukraine government is under attack.
Tornado March 8, 2022 Towns in Iowa look to recover after tornado kills at least 7, damages over 50 homes Some people in Iowa are trying to salvage what’s left of their homes and lives after a tornado ripped through Saturday afternoon.
George Floyd February 7, 2022 Minneapolis police trial: George Floyd died because his breathing was restricted, expert testifies George Floyd’s life could have been spared if Minneapolis police officers had changed his position, and his chances of survival would have "doubled or tripled" if the cops had performed CPR when his heart stopped, according to expert testimony provided Monday.
Crime January 26, 2022 Carjackings on the rise nationwide, investigators say many juveniles responsible Crime has risen across most cities. In Minneapolis, police have seen a nearly 530% increase in carjackings over the past two years.