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Tropical Storm Ophelia makes landfall in North Carolina with winds of 70 mph

The storm system was upgraded to Tropical Storm Ophelia on Friday.
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Tropical Storm Ophelia has formed off the coast of North Carolina on Friday afternoon with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph.
September 23

New body camera footage shows East Palestine train derailment evacuation efforts

An Ohio State Highway Patrol officer went door to door after the fiery crash.
September 23
A black plume rises over East Palestine, Ohio, as a result of a controlled detonation of a portion of the derailed Norfolk Southern trains, Feb. 6, 2023.
September 22

ABC News Live Prime: Fri, Sep 22, 2023

New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez indicted on corruption charges; Moms look to destigmatize microdosing mushrooms; Comedian Aparna Nancherla discusses new book.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Fri, Sep 22, 2023
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Sen. Menendez faces backlash after bombshell bribery indictment

ABC News' Juju Chang spoke with former Rep. John Katko about the indictment against Sen. Robert Menendez, D-NJ, including images showing stacks of money and gold bars he allegedly received.
September 22
VIDEO: Sen. Menendez faces backlash after bombshell bribery indictment
September 22

ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, September 22, 2023

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
September 22
VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, September 22, 2023
September 22

COVID hospitalizations on the rise

Plus, our panel discusses who's buying the booster shots, and Sen. Bob Menendez's corruption case.
September 22
VIDEO: COVID hospitalizations on the rise
September 22

Former top FBI official pleads guilty to concealing payment from foreign official

Charles McGonigal pleaded guilty to federal charges in another case in August.
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In this March 8, 2023, file photo, Charles McGonigal, former special agent in charge of the FBI's counterintelligence division in New York, arrives at Manhattan federal court in New York.
September 22

Judge reprimands Trump's lawyers in New York AG's $250M fraud case

The case is currently scheduled to go to trial on Oct. 2.
September 22
Former U.S. President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump arrives on stage to speak during a 2024 presidential campaign rally, Sept. 20, 2023, in Dubuque, Iowa.
September 22

18 remain hospitalized a day after deadly bus crash; 5 students in critical condition

The bus rolled over and slid off Interstate 84 in Orange County, New York.
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A bus rolled over and crashed in Orange County, New York.
September 22

Black high school student suspended over hair after CROWN Act takes effect

The teen is dealing with in-school-suspension because he will not cut his hair.
September 22
Darryl George (middle) is serving in-school suspension (ISS) because he won't cut his dreadlocks. Darresha George, his mother, (right) and Dr. Candice Matthews, the Statewide Vice Chair of the Texas Coalition of Black Democrats, (left) are fighting the school district to get him out of ISS.
September 22

Biden administration launches Office of Gun Violence Prevention

President Joe Biden urged the importance of gun safety and violence prevention during a speech in the Rose Garden.
September 22
VIDEO: Biden administration launches Office of Gun Violence Prevention
September 22

What we know about Atlanta man's death at hands of police

Johnny Hollman died last month after being shocked with a stun gun.
September 22
A protest march in Atlanta on Sept. 8, 2023, for Johnny Hollman, who died after being tased by police.
September 22

Seeking Sunshine: How a young filmmaker is uniting communities

A teen filmmaker who documented making hydroponic gardens tells ABC News Live about how his project has helped increase access to fresh food and united communities.
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VIDEO: Seeking Sunshine: How a young filmmaker is uniting communities
September 22

Outgoing UN president details climate change plans

Outgoing U.N. General Assembly President Csaba Kőrösi talks about the global effort to curb climate change and international support for Ukraine in the ongoing war.
September 22
VIDEO: Outgoing UN president details climate change plans
September 22

Officials says thousands of migrants are crossing the southern border each day

ABC News’ Matt River is in El Paso, Texas, as border officials say thousands of migrants are crossing into the U.S. each day.
September 22
VIDEO: Officials says thousands of migrants are crossing the southern border each day
September 22

New Jersey senator indicted on bribery charges again

ABC News’ Aaron Katersky has the details on the indictment of Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., and his wife over allegations of bribery.
September 22
VIDEO: New Jersey senator indicted on bribery charges again
September 22

UAW announces expansion of strike

As parties fail to come to an agreement, the UAW says it is expanding the strike to 32 more sites.
September 22
VIDEO: UAW announces expansion of strike
September 22

Fulton County DA investigator accidentally shoots herself at courthouse

"There was never an active threat at the courthouse," the sheriff's office said.
September 22
The Fulton County Courthouse is shown, Sept. 5, 2023, in Atlanta.
September 22

'Corpse flower' in danger of extinction: Study

Sixty percent of the 42 known species of Rafflesia is endangered, according to a new study.
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Sixty percent of the 42 known species of Rafflesia is endangered, according to a new study.
September 22

Manhunt for murder suspect mistakenly freed from jail expands

Kevin Mason was accidentally released due to a "faulty records review."
September 22
Kevin Mason is seen in a photo released by the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
September 22

ABC News Live: 2 people killed in deadly bus crash

Plus, actress Sophie Turner is suing estranged husband Joe Jonas for wrongful retention of their children.
September 22
VIDEO: ABC News Live: 2 people killed in deadly bus crash
September 22

Border officials say thousands of migrants are now crossing into the country each day

The Texas Department of Public Safety is reporting several recent deaths at the southern border, including a 3-year-old and a 10-year-old.
September 22
VIDEO: Border officials say thousands of migrants are now crossing into the country each day
September 22

National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
September 22

Brother of mom accused of killing husband before writing book on grief speaks out

Kouri Richins' brother spoke to ABC News on "Good Morning America."
September 22
Kouri Richins who is accused of poisoning her husband with a lethal dose of fentanyl appears in court for a detention hearing, June 12, 2023.
September 22

Manhunt is over for child sex offender who escaped from hospital: Police

Tommy Wayne Boyd, 45, an inmate from Potosi Correctional Facility, is serving a 30-year sentence for enticement of a child, online inmate records show.
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Tommy Wayne Boyd, 45, an inmate from Potosi Correctional Facility, is serving a 30-year sentence for enticement of a child, online inmate records show.
September 22

Man charged with murder for killing sister and 6-year-old niece in head-on car crash

The man was allegedly impaired by drugs at the time of the crash, police said.
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Polly Klaas' murder 30 years later: Investigators remember dogged work to crack case

"20/20" will take a look back at the case that rocked a California town.
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Polly Klaas headshot.
September 22

Teenager arrested after starting massive 28-acre fire when setting off fireworks

“The other boys told him not to, because it might start a fire in the area.”
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Migrants arriving on US streets share joy, woes: Reporter's notebook

The migrants cite a myriad of reasons for coming to the U.S.
September 22
After processing by U.S. Immigration, migrants are dropped off at the Iris Avenue Transportation Center to continue their journey from San Diego, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023.
September 21

TikTalk: Disabled Latina Marcela Maranon reaches new heights

ABC News’ Trevor Ault spoke with Marcela Maranon, the first disabled Latina woman to climb to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro, who pushes to empower women with disabilities to achieve their dreams.
September 21
VIDEO: TikTalk: Disabled Latina Marcela Maranon reaches new heights
September 21

ABC News Live Prime: Thu, Sep 21, 2023

Two dead and dozens injured in a bus crash with high school students on board; Puerto Rico still recovering from Hurricane Maria and blackouts; D'Amelio family dishes on new season of reality show.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Thu, Sep 21, 2023
September 21

Manhunt is over for child sex offender who escaped from hospital: Police

Tommy Wayne Boyd, 45, walked out of the hospital Thursday morning, police said.
September 21
Tommy Boyd is seen in hospital surveillance footage released by the St. Louis County Police Department.
September 21

ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, September 21, 2023

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
September 21
VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, September 21, 2023
September 21

Boricuas take recovery into their own hands 6 years after Hurricane Maria

ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos reports on Puerto Ricans still working on recovery in the wake of Hurricane Maria’s 2017 landfall that left a majority of the island without power.
September 21
VIDEO: Boricuas take recovery into their own hands 6 years after Hurricane Maria
September 21

‘It's a hard hand to be holding’: Media analyst on challenges for News Corp

ABC News’ Trevor Ault spoke with author and reporter Brian Stelter on Rupert Murdoch’s announcement that he is stepping down as chairman of News Corp. and Fox Corporation.
September 21
VIDEO: ‘It's a hard hand to be holding’: Media analyst on challenges for News Corp
September 21

President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy LIVE at the White House

ABC News White House correspondent Mary Alice Parks on President Biden’s and President Zelenskyy’s face-to-face.
September 21
VIDEO: President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy LIVE at the White House
September 21

Officer who tased band leader worried incident would fuel mistrust in police: Video

Video shows a conversation between Johnny Mims and an officer who shocked him.
September 21
The Birmingham Police Department released body camera footage from the arrest of Minor High School band director Johnny Mims that occurred on Sept. 14, 2023 in Birmingham, Ala.
September 21

2 killed in bus crash transporting high school students to band camp

The bus rolled over and slid off Interstate 84 in Orange County, New York.
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The bus rolled over and slid off Interstate 84 in Orange County, New York.
September 21

Trial begins for officers charged in Elijah McClain’s death

The two officers charged in connection with the 2019 death of Elijah McClain appeared in court on Thursday.
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VIDEO: Trial begins for officers charged in Elijah McClain’s death
September 21

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s in-person plea for more funding

Plus, Congressman Kelly Armstrong (R-ND) shares his thoughts on the Hill. And, the trial begins for the officers charged in Elijah McClain’s death.
September 21
VIDEO: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s in-person plea for more funding
September 21

Lizzo and others sued by another employee alleging harassment, illegal termination

The BIG GRRRL BIG TOURING and several other employees are named in the lawsuit.
September 21
Lizzo attends the 2022 BET Awards at Microsoft Theater, June 26, 2022 in Los Angeles.
September 21

President Biden meets with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy at White House

President Biden welcomed Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the White House after both leaders spoke earlier in the week at the U.N. General Assembly.
September 21
VIDEO: President Biden meets with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy at White House
September 21

As age debate rages in Congress, a 96-year-old federal judge has just been suspended

Pauline Newman has been on the U.S. Court of Appeals for 39 years.
September 21
Pauline Newman, judge with the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, during an interview in her chambers in Washington, DC, June 23, 2023.
September 21

It's a fiesta at USPS

Mexican artist collaborates with USPS on pinatas stamps.
September 21
Piñata stamps
September 21

Trial begins for Colorado officers charged in the death of an unarmed Black man

Opening statements from prosecutors and the defense team have been delivered in the in the joint trial of a current and a former police officer in Aurora.
September 21
VIDEO: Trial begins for Colorado officers charged in the death of an unarmed Black man
September 21

Police find more fentanyl in trap floor at Bronx day care where baby died

Nicholas Dominici, 1, died on Friday and three other children were hospitalized.
September 21
Police said they've found a trap floor with drugs in the play area of a day care where a 1-year-old boy died following exposure to fentanyl.
September 21

Bus carrying students to band camp overturns in New York

At least one person is dead after a bus carrying students from Farmingdale, New York, rolled down an embankment Thursday.
September 21
VIDEO: Bus carrying students to band camp overturns in New York
September 21

Who killed Tupac? Latest developments in case explored in new 'Impact x Nightline'

Justice has been elusive as theories surrounding Tupac's death have only grown.
September 21
Rapper Tupac Shakur poses for photos backstage after his performance at the Regal Theater in Chicago, in March 1994.
September 21

Timeline: Hunter Biden under legal, political scrutiny

Prosecutors have been investigating the president's son since 2018.
September 21
Hunter Biden departs federal court after a plea hearing on two misdemeanor charges of willfully failing to pay income taxes in Wilmington, Del., July 26, 2023.
September 21

Oceans take center stage at Climate Week in New York City

The sailor who became the first American to win “The Ocean Race” in its 50-year history joins ABC News to discuss the critical issue of the ocean’s health.
September 21
VIDEO: Oceans take center stage at Climate Week in New York City