Today’s Lead News Stories

Tight security and makeshift memorials mark scene where 14 people were killed during New Year’s Day celebrations

As Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger prepare to withdraw from the West African bloc Ecowas, reports show an increase in instability in the region – partly due to a lack of coordination in the fight against jihadism – with Mali now accusing Algeria of supporting Tuareg rebel groups.

The CDC reported 91 norovirus outbreaks the week of Dec. 5, 2024, up from 69 the previous week.

Police identify the Cybertruck driver as Matthew Livelsberger, an active duty soldier from Colorado Springs.

Nick Flannery faces 12 years in prison for allegedly shaking his 2-month-old son. Child protective services are ignoring the other possible causes of his son's medical problem.

The GOP isn't yet united on Johnson for speaker and some party members are asking him not to negotiate with MAGA

Officials are increasingly employing drones, facial recognition software, license plate readers, and AI-powered tools to enhance surveillance at the border

A state of emergency has been declared amid unprecedented gun violence, but no one in our stagnating government is taking responsibility

Stephen Curry scores 30 points as he makes all eight 3-point attempts in Warriors’ 139-105 win over 76ers.