March 5, 2026 5:46 pm
VENTURA, Calif. (AP) — Authorities say Britney Spears was arrested in Ventura County, California, and later released. According to the county sheriff’s office, Spears was arrested around 9:30 p.m. Wednesday and released early Thursday, though it did not say what charge she faces. Messages seeking comment were left with the sheriff’s office; the California Highway Patrol, which was identified as the arresting agency; and Spears’ representative. Her next court date is scheduled for May 4. Spears, born in Mississippi and raised in Louisiana, was a teen pop phenomenon who became a defining superstar of the ’90s and 2000s.
March 4, 2026 4:56 am
BANGKOK (AP) — European shares have fallen back after rebounds in Asia and on Wall Street. U.S. futures dropped and oil prices resumed their upward climb as Iran launched attacks and threatened the U.S. South Korea’s Kospi gained as much as 12% during Asian trading after its worst plunge ever the day before. Chinese Premier Li Qiang opened the annual session of the National People’s Congress with a report that set China’s annual target for economic growth this year at a slightly lower 4.5% to 5%. But that news was eclipsed by uncertainty over the war in the Middle East, which has been jolting financial markets, with most taking their cues from what the price of oil is doing.
March 4, 2026 1:19 am
Fan registration is now open for the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. To register for free entry for the draft taking place from April 23-25, fans should download the NFL OnePass app or click here. “The NFL Draft is a massive annual celebration of football and community, and Pittsburgh provides a spectacular stage to welcome residents and fans from all over the world,” said Peter O’Reilly, executive vice president of club business, international and league events. “By connecting iconic locations in the heart of the city, we’re creating an accessible, free experience that reflects Pittsburgh’s creativity, imagination and grit, and invites all fans to be there live as the next generation of the NFL takes the stage.” The NFL Draft in Pittsburgh is said to transform the North Shore and Point State Park into a three-day celebration of football, community and culture. The expansive campus is expected to highlight Pittsburgh’s landmarks, waterways and skyline while creating an immersive experience for fans of all ages. Officials encourage fans to download the NFL OnePass app, calling it the “must-have” tool to navigate draft weekend and get real-time updates. (Photo: WPXI)
March 4, 2026 4:59 pm
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A U.S. submarine has sunk an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean. The sinking happened as Washington and Israel intensified their bombardment Wednesday of Iran’s security forces and other symbols of power. As the war expands yet again, Tehran has warned of the destruction of the Middle East’s military and economic infrastructure. The tempo of the strikes on Iran was so intense that state television announced the mourning ceremony for Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei would be postponed. In addition to striking Tehran on the fifth day of the conflict, Israel hit the Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon. Iran fired on Bahrain, Kuwait and Israel.
March 4, 2026 2:19 am
Work at the Courthouse Square demolition site on Beau Street in Washington is on hold after an excavator tipped over into a hole. It happened just after nine-thirty Tuesday morning. Washington County officials say the operator of the machine was able to get out without injury and was never trapped inside. The individual was evaluated on the scene by medics but was not taken to the hospital. County officials say they turned over the Courthouse Square site to ADAMO Construction on Monday. They have requested a public safety incident report from the general contractor, including information about the operator and his condition, as well as the company he was employed by.
March 3, 2026 1:41 am
PITTSBURGH — Authorities are trying to find the source of antisemitic messages and a threat toward the mayor of Pittsburgh broadcast over emergency communication channels. A Pittsburgh Public Safety spokesperson confirmed Nazi music and antisemitic messages started broadcasting at around 2 p.m. Monday. The messages started back up again on Tuesday morning, on the same channel, according to Allegheny County. Our news partners at Channel 11 listened to the recorded audio files from Monday night and heard Nazi-related songs, messages praising Hitler and a threat toward “the mayor of Pittsburgh.” Officials clarified that the system was not hacked, but that an unknown user was able to access the analog radio system and transmit the messages. County officials said the transmissions are from an unidentified radio user who is not using a county or city registered radio. Allegheny County Emergency Service immediately started an investigation and requested the assistance of Allegheny County Police and the FCC.
March 3, 2026 5:03 am
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A top Sri Lankan official says 32 people have been rescued from a sinking Iranian naval ship off Sri Lanka’s southern coast and have been admitted to a hospital. Dr. Anil Jasinghe, a top health ministry official, said on Wednesday that one of them is in critical condition, seven are receiving emergency treatment and others are treated for minor injuries. Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath told Parliament that Sri Lanka’s navy received information that the ship Iris Dena with 180 onboard was under distress, and that the island nation sent ships and air force planes on a rescue mission. There were no immediate details as to how the sailors were wounded and how the ship was damaged.
March 4, 2026 5:05 am
NEW YORK (AP) — The average price for a gallon of gasoline jumped 11 cents overnight in the U.S. And drivers in Europe waited in line to fill their tanks with fuel. This happened as war engulfed the Middle East and shipments of oil and gas were stranded in the Persian Gulf. Gasoline prices are rising as oil prices soar to levels not seen in more than a year. The spikes are happening after the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran and Iran launched a series of retaliatory attacks, including a drone strike on the U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia.
March 4, 2026 5:38 pm
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Texas judge is hearing evidence on whether Camp Mystic, where 25 girls and two counselors were killed in catastrophic floods last year, should remain closed. One victim’s family also is asking a Travis County judge to halt any construction at the camp while their lawsuit is pending. Eight-year-old Cile Steward was swept away during the flooding and her body still has not been recovered. She’s one of two victims never accounted for after last July 4’s flood. Cile’s parents have sued the owners of Camp Mystic, the all-girls camp along the Guadalupe River in the Texas Hill Country that flooded last summer.
March 3, 2026 5:06 am
MADRID (AP) — Spain’s prime minister says Spain rejects the U.S. and Israel’s attacks on Iran, even after Washington threatened trade punishment in response. Pedro Sánchez has replied to a warning that President Donald Trump made Tuesday. Sánchez’s government has said Spain will not allow the U.S. to use joint bases in the European Union country in attacks on Iran. He says the war risks “playing Russian roulette” with millions of lives. Sánchez has called the U.S and Israel’s actions in Iran unjustifiable.
