By Frederik Pleitgen, Claudia Otto and Joseph Ataman, CNN Tehran, Iran (CNN) — Diplomacy with Iran can “easily” be started again if US President Donald Trump orders Israel’s leadership to stop its strikes on Iran, Majid Farahani, an official with the Iranian presidency told CNN on Friday. “Iran believes in civilian dialogue,” he said. “Directly
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By Alejandra Jaramillo, CNN (CNN) — Vice President JD Vance on Friday took a swipe at Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla, whom he incorrectly called “José Padilla,” and defended the Trump administration’s controversial use of the California National Guard in Los Angeles. “I was hoping José Padilla would be here to ask a question, but unfortunately,
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By Jacob Lev, CNN (CNN) — Hours after off-the-field tensions related to recent immigration crackdowns encroached on Dodger Stadium on Thursday, the Los Angeles Dodgers engaged in on-the-field tensions with the San Diego Padres, which led to a multitude of disciplinary actions handed down by Major League Baseball on Friday. In the latest edition of
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By Natasha Chen, Kyle Feldscher, Diego Mendoza, Martin Goillandeau and Rebekah Riess, CNN (CNN) — Details from community members and law enforcement have emerged about what unfolded in Los Angeles Thursday as federal agents were seen just outside the vast Dodger Stadium parking lot. The news had sparked concerns that the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown
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By Jennifer Hansler, CNN (CNN) — Hundreds of Americans have fled Iran as the conflict with Israel has escalated, an internal State Department report said. The detail in the Friday situation report underscores that US citizens in Iran are at risk as President Donald Trump weighs US military action. The exact number of Americans in
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By Evan Perez and Holmes Lybrand, CNN Washington (CNN) — Intelligence and law enforcement agencies are reexamining known or suspected Hezbollah associates in the US, looking for possible threats that could arise as tensions with Iran increase, though there’s no indication of credible threats at this time, law enforcement officials told CNN. The moves come
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By Alexis Scott Click here for updates on this story CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (KRIS) — Long before Juneteenth was recognized as a national holiday in 2021, one Coastal Bend family had a vision. In the early 1970s, the late Dorothy Benson was inspired to Black Awareness Day in Corpus Christi, TX. Working alongside other community
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By John Liu, CNN Hong Kong (CNN) — China has mastered the craft of policing the internet, operating one of the world’s most extensive online censorship and surveillance regimes. With mandatory identity checks on every online platform, it has become almost impossible for users to stay anonymous. But this rigidly moderated online environment is about
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By Jonathan Ayestas, Lindsay Weber Click here for updates on this story SODA SPRINGS, California (KCRA) — The search for three men who jumped into the Rattlesnake Falls and did not resurface will be limited Friday due to windy conditions, the Placer County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies got a call about a possible drowning in
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By Yuna Lee, Adam Roberts Click here for updates on this story IZARD COUNTY, Arkansas (KHBS) — Prosecutors dropped a federal escape charge against a former police chief in prison for murder and rape, court documents show. Grant Hardin worked in law enforcement for decades before he was arrested. He was serving time for murder
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By Jason McNabb, T.J. Wilham Click here for updates on this story LOGAN, New Mexico (KOAT) — Dozens of dead dogs — some still wearing collars — have been discovered in a secluded area near the Logan landfill, triggering an emotional response from residents and prompting an investigation by the New Mexico Environment Department. The
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By Paula Reid and Casey Gannon, CNN (CNN) — The Justice Department is not expected to appoint an outsider to serve as special counsel to handle politically sensitive criminal investigations, but will likely deputize a US Attorney to handle such matters if the need arises, according to a source familiar with the strategy. On Friday,
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By Michaela Springer Click here for updates on this story PORTAGE, Indiana (WISH) — A Lake Station man was behind bars after almost killing his father during a “violent altercation” on the water Thursday morning, according to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Nicholas Frazier, 20, and his father were boating on Burns Ditch outside
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By Reyna Preciado Click here for updates on this story TUCSON, Arizona (KGUN) — In South Tucson, a heroic moment was captured on camera last Wednesday of a man risking his life to help his neighbor in a burning apartment. Alfredo “Freddy” Alvarez is now being honored by the housing authority that saved him from
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By Devan Cole, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge on Friday indefinitely blocked the Trump administration from revoking Harvard University’s ability to host international students and scholars while legal challenges continue. The preliminary injunction issued by US District Judge Allison Burroughs extends a temporary block the judge had issued last month against the administration after
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By Cherish Walters Click here for updates on this story GRAYSON COUNTY, Kentucky (WLEX) — The Grayson County Sheriff’s Office reports that a man has been arrested after a realtor allegedly showed up to the sheriff’s office “bloody and bruised” on Wednesday. According to officials, on June 18, just before 3:00 p.m., the realtor came
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By David Close, CNN (CNN) — Former Cubs great Sammy Sosa, who once was the face of Chicago’s Friendly Confines, made his long-anticipated return to the place he used to hit towering home runs and flash his big smile. Slammin’ Sammy, as he was affectionately called, is remembered from when he and Mark McGwire captivated
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By Kayleigh Randle Click here for updates on this story Kentucky (WLEX) — As the conflict continues, a Pikeville man is sharing his first-hand accounts from Israel when Iran sent its first missiles to the country over the weekend. Tommy Chamberlin is a Square Supervisor Tel Shiloh Excavation with Associates for Biblical Research. He had
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By Alexis Mathews Click here for updates on this story LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (WLKY) — A former Kentucky State Trooper of the Year is at the center of a federal lawsuit and federal indictment after multiple allegations of using excessive force. One Hardin County man’s encounter with Trooper James Wright, 30, last year was caught on
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By Matthew Keck Click here for updates on this story LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (WLKY) — A 6-year-old girl is in critical condition and her mother is facing an attempted murder charged after a domestic violence incident in the Park DuValle neighborhood. Louisville Metro Police Department said officers were dispatched to the 2900 block of Wilson Avenue
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By Keith BieryGolick Click here for updates on this story BLUE ASH, Ohio (WCPO) — Will is wearing a Ford T-shirt, and the letters embroidered across his chest make up an American Flag. Yet as he stands across the street from an immigration facility, he’s unsure how to feel about those colors. Because even though
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By Nico Pennisi Click here for updates on this story INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana (WRTV) — Nicole and Kyle Law have a strong bond. “She’s always there for me whenever I need her. Being sick and being healthy, too. She’s always there,” Kyle said. “Because we know what each other goes through is significant. It’s drawn us
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By Cate McCusker Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, Maine (WMTW) — A former Maine corrections officer who was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement two months ago remains in the agency’s custody. Gratien Milandou-Wamba, 32, of the Republic of Congo, was still being held at the Strafford County Department of Corrections,
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By Marcie Cipriani Click here for updates on this story VERONA, Pennsylvania (WTAE) — Residents along Penn Street in Verona, Allegheny County, have been hearing the barks of two dogs left alone inside a home, according to Verona Police Chief Tom Dessell. The dogs, Dessell said, have been unattended since their owner, 34-year-old David Mszyco,
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By Mark Morales, Dalia Faheid, Gloria Pazmino, CNN (CNN) — After missing the birth of his child, his first Father’s Day and spending more than three months away from his family, Mahmoud Khalil has been reunited with his loved ones. The Palestinian activist arrived in Newark, New Jersey, Saturday afternoon, a day after he was
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By WFTX Digital Team Click here for updates on this story LEE COUNTY, Florida (WFTX) — *WARNING: THE DETAILS IN THIS ARTICLE MAY BE HARD FOR SOME VIEWERS* A report obtained by Fox 4 is revealing disturbing details about the Lee County boy who died and the parents charged with his death. Authorities were called
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By Chris Davis Click here for updates on this story GREENBRIAR, Tennessee (WTVF) — The relentless rain this spring isn’t just a nuisance for outdoor enthusiasts. It’s a business killer for many weather-dependent industries. At Oak Hills Golf Course in Greenbrier, finding a solution to Mother Nature’s interruptions became a priority after weather impacted a
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By George Ramsay, CNN (CNN) — Premier League champion Liverpool has announced the arrival of German midfielder Florian Wirtz – a statement signing in this summer transfer window. Wirtz joins Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal worth up to £116.5 million (around $156 million), according to multiple UK media reports, and will only strengthen
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By Amelia Young Click here for updates on this story FRANKLIN, Tennessee (WTVF) — Detectives with the Franklin Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying three suspects involved in a gun store burglary earlier this week. The break-in happened just after 3 a.m. on Wednesday, June 18, at Outpost Armory on Lakeview
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WESH, FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, CNN By LeeAnn Huntoon, Michelle Meredith Click here for updates on this story POLK COUNTY, Florida (WESH) — On March 3, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission received a call from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office reporting that an alligator had attacked a kayaker. Christiane Salvador was
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