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Trump nominates Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general, to serve as CDC director

Trump nominates Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general, to serve as CDC director

  • MIKE STOBBE Associated Press

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been in turmoil since Trump returned to office more than a year ago.

Trump says Israel and Lebanon agree on ceasefire, optimism grows on ending Iran war

Trump says Israel and Lebanon agree on ceasefire, optimism grows on ending Iran war

  • Maya Gebeily, Laila Bassam, Alexander Cornwell, Katharine Jackson and Humeyra Pamuk Reuters

President Donald Trump said Thursday that Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, signaling a pause in Israel's conflict that has raged in parallel to the war with Iran.

Former Virginia Lt. Gov. shot and killed wife then himself before son called 911, police say

Former Virginia Lt. Gov. shot and killed wife then himself before son called 911, police say

  • ANNA BRYSON Richmond Times-Dispatch

The incident began when Justin Fairfax was served court papers related to the couple’s ongoing divorce proceedings, police said. 

Pentagon ramps up planning for possible military ops in Cuba

Pentagon ramps up planning for possible military ops in Cuba

  • KIM HJELMGAARD, RICK JERVIS and FRANCESCA CHAMBERS USA Today

Trump suggested he expects soon to have the "honor" of "taking Cuba, in some form," adding, "Whether I free it, take it − I think I can do anything I want with it."

FDA to weigh easing limits on unproven peptides favored by RFK Jr. and other MAHA figures

FDA to weigh easing limits on unproven peptides favored by RFK Jr. and other MAHA figures

  • MATTHEW PERRONE Associated Press

Peptides are often pitched as a quick way to build muscle, heal injuries or appear younger. But most peptides have not been reviewed for safety by the FDA.

Sexual abuse allegations are spurring calls for a broader reckoning in Congress

Sexual abuse allegations are spurring calls for a broader reckoning in Congress

  • STEPHEN GROVES and JOEY CAPPELLETTI Associated Press

Some congresswomen said that the pair of resignations took too long and proved what they've long been saying: that more must be done to rid Capitol Hill of sexual predation.

AP Top Stories April 16

AP Top Stories April 16

  • US CENTRAL COMMAND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, ASSOCIATED PRESS, WISN

Here’s the latest for Thursday, April 16th: U.S. Senate rejects bid to end Iran war; U.S. blockade of Strait of Hormuz appears to be working; Russian missile strike in Kyiv, Ukraine; Flooding stands drivers in Milwaukee.

Jury finds Ticketmaster, Live Nation had anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venues

Jury finds Ticketmaster, Live Nation had anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venues

  • 19 hrs ago

Ticketmaster was established in 1976 and merged with Live Nation in 2010. The company now controls of 86% of the market for concerts.

Trump's attacks on Pope Leo XIV may hurt GOP with Catholic voters

Trump's attacks on Pope Leo XIV may hurt GOP with Catholic voters

  • 23 hrs ago

Catholics are the largest U.S. religious denomination, accounting for one-fifth of the population, according to the Pew Research Center.

Florida doctor charged after surgery removed a man's liver instead of his spleen

Florida doctor charged after surgery removed a man's liver instead of his spleen

  • Apr 15, 2026

A Florida doctor who allegedly removed an Alabama man's liver instead of his spleen has been charged here with manslaughter.

Senate again votes against ending Iran war, but tougher votes are coming

Senate again votes against ending Iran war, but tougher votes are coming

  • Apr 15, 2026

It marked the beginning of a new phase in Democrats' pressure campaign in Congress to pull U.S. forces from the Middle East war.

Israel kills another Iranian official; Venezuela tops US in WBC | Hot off the Wire podcast

Israel kills another Iranian official; Venezuela tops US in WBC | Hot off the Wire podcast

  • Mar 18, 2026

🎧 Get the latest national, international and sports news on our daily podcast. 

Israel kills two of Iran's leaders; TSA workers demand pay | Hot off the Wire podcast

Israel kills two of Iran's leaders; TSA workers demand pay | Hot off the Wire podcast

  • Mar 17, 2026

🎧 Get the latest national, international and sports news on our daily podcast. 

Iran hits Gulf neighbors as war continues; NCAA brackets set | Hot off the Wire podcast

Iran hits Gulf neighbors as war continues; NCAA brackets set | Hot off the Wire podcast

  • Mar 16, 2026

🎧 Get the latest national, international and sports news on our daily podcast. 

Postal Service union launches ad campaign promoting mail voting as Trump assails the method

Postal Service union launches ad campaign promoting mail voting as Trump assails the method

Sponsored by the 200,000-member American Postal Workers Union, the advertising campaign will begin airing this week in Ohio. It will then move to other states.

As Vance rallies with Turning Point, some supporters bristle at Trump's war, memes and feuds

As Vance rallies with Turning Point, some supporters bristle at Trump's war, memes and feuds

A Turning Point event meant to energize supporters instead revealed frustration and skepticism among some young voters.

AP Top Stories April 15

AP Top Stories April 15

Here’s the latest for Wednesday, April 15th: Trump says more U.S.-Iran talks coming soon; Lebanon’s U.S. ambassador says talks with Israel were constructive; Woman accuses Congressman Eric Swalwell of rape; Multi-vehicle pileup in Colorado.

Justice Department moves to toss Oath Keepers, Proud Boys seditious conspiracy convictions

Justice Department moves to toss Oath Keepers, Proud Boys seditious conspiracy convictions

The request would erase the convictions for the extremist groups' leaders in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.

AP top stories April 14

AP top stories April 14

Here's the latest for Tuesday, April 14th: Israeli and Lebanese delegations meet in Washington; IMF unveils global growth and inflation reports; Prince Harry and wife Meghan visit Australia; Rapper Offset returns to stage days after shooting.

Trump promised tax relief, but polling shows most Americans still think they're overpaying

Trump promised tax relief, but polling shows most Americans still think they're overpaying

Most Americans still think their taxes are too high, according to recent polls, even after last year's tax law fulfilled several of President Donald Trump's tax-related campaign promises.

Circling the moon, a Black astronaut inspires millions

Circling the moon, a Black astronaut inspires millions

Victor Glover is among 20 Black astronauts selected by NASA since its first class of Mercury astronauts in 1959, representing roughly 6% of all astronauts the agency has chosen.

Grocery prices rise, but these staples are getting cheaper

Grocery prices rise, but these staples are getting cheaper

Overall, while 11 of the 25 common grocery staples fell in price in the last two years, the food items that climbed offset those savings, the analysis showed

Trump family deal spree could open door for future presidents to profit from office

Trump family deal spree could open door for future presidents to profit from office

For the Trump family, business is booming. Whereas the Trump Organization didn’t do a single deal overseas in Donald Trump’s first term, it did eight in the past year.

Iran war's global energy crisis sharpens China's advantage in clean tech

Iran war's global energy crisis sharpens China's advantage in clean tech

Analysts say this fundamental shift will likely persist even if the Iran war ends and may ultimately strengthen China's global influence.

New documentary explores possibility of serial killer near Omaha

New documentary explores possibility of serial killer near Omaha

The bizarre mystery of whether Donald Dean Studey killed dozens of people and whether he buried them in wells near Omaha is the subject of a new documentary.

US blockades Strait of Hormuz as Iran threatens to retaliate against neighbors

US blockades Strait of Hormuz as Iran threatens to retaliate against neighbors

The U.S. began a blockade of ships leaving Iran's ports Monday, President Donald Trump said, and Tehran threatened to retaliate against ports of its Gulf neighbors after talks broke down.

Why some workers are embracing AI while others won't use it, according to a new Gallup poll

Why some workers are embracing AI while others won't use it, according to a new Gallup poll

More American workers are experimenting with artificial intelligence in their jobs, but skepticism is still widespread.

Hosting solar can be a lifeline for farmers. But overcoming local opposition is tough

Hosting solar can be a lifeline for farmers. But overcoming local opposition is tough

Local opposition to solar has long been an obstacle for green energy developers in the United States, but some communities are working to reverse local restrictions.

Lessons learned in '70s have made US, world economies less vulnerable to oil shocks

Lessons learned in '70s have made US, world economies less vulnerable to oil shocks

The world economy is experiencing a flashback to the 1970s. Oil prices are surging in the wake of war in Iran, and that's driving up the cost of gasoline.

Buyers fret as the average cost of a new car nears $50K

Buyers fret as the average cost of a new car nears $50K

New vehicles now sell for an average of nearly $50,000, and average monthly payments — based on 10% down and a 6-year note — recently hit $775.

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