November 17, 2025 2:08 am
PITTSBURGH — Sen. John Fetterman is back at home after a fall on Thursday sent him to the hospital. The Democratic senator posted on X that, “20 stitches later and a full recovery,” he’s returned home to be with his wife, Gisele, and kids. Fetterman shared a photo showing his injuries. According to a spokesperson, Fetterman was on a morning walk when he suffered a “ventricular fibrillation flare-up” near his Braddock home. This caused him to feel light-headed and fall, suffering injuries to the face. Fetterman remained in the hospital so doctors could “fine-tune his medication regimen,” the spokesperson said. “I’m overwhelmed + profoundly grateful for all the well-wishes. Truly,” Fetterman said on X. “Grateful for @UPMC for the incredible medical care that put me back together. THANK YOU SO MUCH. See you back in DC.”
November 16, 2025 6:21 am
U.S. immigration agents are targeting North Carolina’s largest city over objections from local leaders, prompting activists, elected officials and community groups to monitor any sweeps and support vulnerable Charlotte residents. President Donald Trump’s administration confirmed Saturday that a surge of immigration enforcement in Charlotte had begun. Agents were seen making arrests in multiple locations. It’s the latest step in the Trump administration’s strategy of putting immigration agents or the military on the streets of some of America’s largest cities run by Democrats. The push has caused fear and anxiety, especially among people who don’t have legal status in the U.S., and sparked a number of lawsuits.
November 16, 2025 6:13 am
CARBONDALE, Kan. (AP) — Authorities in Kansas say four law enforcement officers have shot while responding to a domestic violence call at a home in a rural area south of Topeka. The incident occurred Saturday morning outside the small town of Carbondale. Authorities say a 22-year-old male suspect died of gunshot wounds at the scene. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation says the suspect’s 77-year-old grandfather was wounded in the gunfire. He and the law enforcement officers are all expected to recover. Patrol Superintendent Erik Smith said officers had been on the scene less than 10 minutes when gunfire erupted. The wounded officers are three Osage County sheriff’s deputies and a patrol trooper.
November 16, 2025 6:11 am
LOS ANGELES (AP) — An unusually strong storm system called an atmospheric river has doused Southern California, prompting flood warnings in areas of coastal Los Angeles County that recently were ravaged by wildfires. The National Weather Service in Los Angeles and Oxnard have reported heavy rainfall Saturday at rates as heavy as an inch per hour in coastal areas that are prone to flash flooding. Off the Southern California coast, a wooden boat believed to have been ferrying migrants toward the U.S. from Mexico capsized in stormy seas. At least four people died.
November 16, 2025 6:16 am
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A beloved figure in American roots music, Todd Snider has died at 59. His record label announced Saturday that Snider died Friday. Known for his cosmic-stoner songwriting and freewheeling tunes, Snider’s career spanned three decades. He combined folk, rock, and country, creating songs recorded by artists like Jerry Jeff Walker and Tom Jones. Snider was diagnosed with pneumonia after a violent assault led to a canceled tour. He was later arrested in Salt Lake City for threatening hospital staff. Snider’s albums showcased his unique style and humor. His last album released in October.
November 16, 2025 6:15 am
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Alice Wong, an activist and author who championed the rights of people with disabilities, has died. She was 51. Close friend Sandy Ho says Wong died of infection Friday in a hospital in San Francisco. Wong was born with muscular dystrophy. She used a power wheelchair and an assistive breathing device. Ho remembered her as a funny person and humorous writer who wanted people with disabilities to have independence and a voice for themselves.
November 15, 2025 3:59 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has announced the removal of U.S. tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruits and other commodities. This move comes amid pressure to address high consumer prices. Trump had focused on tariffs to boost domestic production and the U.S. economy. However, recent off-year elections showed economic concerns as a top issue, with Democrats gaining wins. Inflation remains a challenge despite Trump’s claims to have vanquished it. The administration insists tariffs weren’t a major factor in rising grocery prices. Democrats and industry groups argue this move acknowledges the impact of Trump’s tariffs on consumers. “We just did a little bit of a rollback on some foods like coffee,” Trump said later Friday night.
November 15, 2025 3:56 am
President Donald Trump has publicly ended his support for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, calling her “Wacky Marjorie” and saying he would endorse a challenger against her in the next midterms “if the right person runs.” The Friday night post on Truth Social seemingly marked a final break in a dispute that has been simmering for months. Greene, once a staunch MAGA supporter, has moderated her political stance, criticizing Republican leaders and diverging from Trump on several issues, including economic affordability and the Jeffrey Epstein files. Trump accused Greene of going “Far Left” and complained about her constant criticism.
November 15, 2025 3:54 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military says its 20th strike on a boat accused of transporting drugs has killed four people in the Caribbean Sea. The latest attack happened Monday, the same day Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced two strikes had been carried out the day before. The U.S. Southern Command announced Monday’s boat strike in a social media post on Friday. The Trump administration has insisted that American warships are focused on stopping the flow of drugs into the U.S. But the impending arrival of an aircraft carrier has fueled speculation that the U.S. also wants to pressure Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to step down.
November 15, 2025 3:51 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Labor Department will release its numbers on September hiring and unemployment next Thursday, a month and a half late, marking the beginning of the end of a data drought caused by the 43-day federal government shutdown. The statistical blackout meant that the Federal Reserve, businesses, policymakers and investors have largely been in the dark about inflation, job creation, GDP growth and other measures of the U.S. economic health since late summer.
