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New Jersey Transit strike underway as engineers walk off the job

The engineers' union insists NJ Transit increase their members' pay.
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A person boards a NJ Tranist train at the Hoboken Transit Terminal, Sept. 1, 2023, in Hoboken, New Jersey.
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ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, May 15, 2025

Cassie Ventura cross-examined by defense in Sean "Diddy" Combs trial; another airport loses communications control with planes; Kane Brown on new album, mental health and carving a path in country.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, May 15, 2025
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ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, May 15, 2025

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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VIDEO:ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, May 15, 2025
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Breakdown of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ 4th day on trial

Attorney Bernarda Villalona talked with ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos about the defense’s questioning of Sean Combs’ ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura and the often personal, graphic texts the two exchanged.
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VIDEO: Breakdown of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ 4th day on trial 
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Diddy Trial Day 4: Cassie Ventura questioned about alleged violence, drug use

What happened when Cassie Ventura began facing cross-examination by Sean Combs’ defense team? ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim and a team of contributors break down the latest from court on Thursday, May 15.
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VIDEO: Diddy Trial Day 4: Cassie Ventura questioned about alleged violence, drug use
May 15

Trespassing charges dismissed against 98 people arrested in buffer zone near border

The new military buffer zone mostly stretches 60 feet deep into U.S. territory.
May 15
U.S. Army Spc. Manuel Canabal from Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 41st Infantry Regiment, assigned to Joint Task Force - Southern Border and two U.S. border patrol agents discuss the operations of the mission at Santa Teresa, N.M., May 7, 2025., showing effective team collaboration at the New Mexico National Defense Area.
May 15

Murder solved 40 years after Utah teenager killed after hitchhiking to work: Police

Christine Gallegos, 18, was found dead on May 16, 1985.
May 15
An undated photo of Christine Gallegos.
May 15

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers confront Cassie Ventura with years of text messages

Lawyers cross-examined Diddy's ex for six hours on Thursday.
May 15
Lawyer Anna Estevao cross-examines Casandra "Cassie" Ventura during Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial in New York City, May 15, 2025, in this courtroom sketch.
May 15

Justices hear arguments in birthright citizenship case

The Supreme Court on Thursday heard oral arguments over President Donald Trump's emergency request to roll back nationwide injunctions blocking his executive order to end birthright citizenship.
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VIDEO: Justices hear arguments in birthright citizenship case
May 15

Woman arrested for stabbing man to death at senior living facility: Police

The suspect and victim had been living in the woman's apartment.
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Carol Caroll, 68, is accused of killing a 73-year-old man at a senior living facility in Jacksonville, Fla., on May 13, 2025.
May 15

Woman arrested in stabbing murder at Florida elderly home

A 68-year-old woman has been arrested in the fatal stabbing of an elderly man in a senior living facility in Jacksonville, Florida.
May 15
Woman arrested in stabbing murder at Florida elderly home
May 15

Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan pleads not guilty to obstructing federal agents

Judge Hannah Dugan was indicted on charges alleging she concealed a person from arrest and obstructed a proceeding before a department or agency of the United States.
May 15
Judge Hannah Dugan was indicted on charges alleging she concealed a person from arrest and obstructed a proceeding before a department or agency of the United States.
May 15

An original Magna Carta discovered in plain sight at Harvard University

The document influenced the writing of the U.S. Constitution and constitutions around the world.
May 15
An original Magna Carta discovered in plain sight at Harvard University
May 15

America's great strength is 'character': Gen. Stanley McChrystal on his new book

Retired Army Gen. Stanley McChrystal joined ABC News Live to discuss his recent book, “On Character: Choices That Define a Life.”
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VIDEO: America's great strength is 'character': Gen. Stanley McChrystal on his new book
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Harvard researcher fears being returned to Russia after DOJ charges

The judge scheduled a bail hearing for May 28.
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The judge scheduled a bail hearing for May 28.
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Arizona's Greer Fire explodes to more than 7,000 acres, evacuation area expands

The Greer Fire is threatening a small mountain town near the New Mexico border.
May 15
Crews in eastern Arizona continue to battle a wind-driven wildfire that has burned over 6,400 acres, as of May 14, 2025.
May 15

Mother buys ammo, tactical gear for son's planned 'mass targeted violence': Officials

The Texas woman was allegedly not concerned about her son's threats.
May 15
Ashley Pardo, 33, was arrested and charged with aiding in commission of terrorism after she bought ammunition and tactical gear to assist in her son's threats to attack his middle school.
May 15

Twist in Holly Bobo case explored in new podcast

ABC News’ Eva Pilgrim is host of “What Happened to Holly Bobo,” a series that explores the disappearance of the young nursing student.
May 15
VIDEO: Twist in Holly Bobo case explored in new podcast
May 15

Harvard researcher from Russia faces up to 20 years for undeclared frog embryos

Kseniia Petrova had her first court hearing since being federally charged .
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An undated handout photo of Kseniia Petrova.
May 15

Husband arrested for murder of wife who vanished in 2017

Anna Maciejewska, a 43-year-old Poland native, left behind her 4-year-old son.
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Allen Gould was arrested for allegedly killing his wife, Anna Maciejewska, who vanished in 2017, according to the Chester County District Attorney's Office.
May 15

'Weight has been lifted': Woman missing for 3 weeks found alive

Tiffany Slaton was reported missing by her family on April 29.
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Tiffany Slaton was found alive after being missing for three weeks in Fresno, California, according to police.
May 15

Man arrested for murder of wife who has been missing since 2017

Allen Gould is being held without bail on charges including first-degree murder and tampering with physical evidence, prosecutors said.
May 15
Allen Gould is being held without bail on charges including first-degree murder and tampering with physical evidence, prosecutors said.
May 15

How the Supreme Court is responding to arguments over birthright citizenship

ABC News’ Selina Wang and constitutional lawyer Jeff Lewis discuss what the Supreme Court justices need to consider in this case.
May 15
VIDEO: How the Supreme Court is responding to arguments over birthright citizenship
May 15

‘All she wanted was a hug’: Camper found alive after she goes missing for weeks

Tiffany Slaton was reported missing by her family on April 29. She was found in a cabin, 45 miles from where she was last seen, according to the Fresno County Sheriff's Office.
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Tiffany Slaton, 27, was reported missing by her family on April 29. She was found in a cabin, 45 miles from where she was last seen, according to the Fresno County Sheriff's Office.
May 15

Why a Wisconsin judge accused of helping man evade ICE says she can't be prosecuted

Judge Hannah Dugan's attorneys argued she has judicial immunity in a new filing.
May 15
Judge Hannah Dugan poses for a photo in Milwaukee in 2016.
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National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
May 15
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
May 15

Looming New Jersey Transit strike could impact 350,000 commuters, say officials

The strike would take effect at 12:01 a.m. on Friday.
May 15
People board a NJ Tranist train at the Hoboken Transit Terminal, Sept. 1, 2023, in Hoboken, New Jersey.
May 15

Daughter escapes 7 years of confinement by mother, stepfather: Police

A New Jersey couple have been arrested and charged with confining and abusing two children for several years in their home, according to prosecutors.
May 15
A New Jersey couple have been arrested and charged with confining and abusing two children for several years in their home, according to prosecutors.
May 15

Torture charges filed against family accused of abusing 6 children

Three family members in California have been charged with torture in connection with the alleged abuse of six children who were in their care, prosecutors said Wednesday.
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Three family members in California have been charged with torture in connection with the alleged abuse of six children who were in their care, prosecutors said Wednesday.
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His family helped enshrine birthright citizenship. He says the struggle continues

Wong says the new fight over the issue is "for the soul of our country."
May 15
President Donald Trump issued an executive order to restrict birthright citizenship in the United States, which has been a constitutional right since the 19th century.
May 15

Torture charges filed against 3 family members accused of abusing 6 children

Officials said the children involved in this case were in guardianship care.
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May 15

Baby spider monkey and 2 rattlesnakes discovered during California meth bust

Wildlife trafficking is one of the largest illegal trades in the world.
May 15
A baby spider monkey and two rattlesnakes were discovered at the home of a suspect who was busted for methamphetamine during a traffic stop in California, police said.
May 14

ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex, Cassie Ventura, testifies for a second day in his trial; President Donald Trump meets Syria's leader; the music artist YG talks about being sexually assaulted as a teenager.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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ABC News Live Rundown: Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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Venezuelan toddler who was kept in US after parents' deportation returns to Venezuela

The toddler, Maikelys Antonella Espinoza, has been reunited with her mother.
May 14
Venezuela first lady Cilia Flores and Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello watch as 2-year-old Maikelys Espinoza is reunited with her mother Yorely Escarleth Bernal Inciarte at Miraflores presidential palace in Caracas, Venezuela, May 14, 2025.
May 14

What’s next for Diddy’s defense team after star witness testimony

ABC News’ Linsey Davis talks to criminal defense attorney Bernarda Villalona about how hard it will be for the defense to overcome testimony from star witness Cassie Ventura.
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VIDEO: What’s next for Diddy’s defense team after star witness testimony
May 14

Smartmatic alleges Fox News destroyed text messages as Fox wins new documents

The company claims Fox News "orchestrated the destruction of text messages."
May 14
In this April 12, 2023, file photo, the Fox News logo is displayed outside Fox News Headquarters in New York.
May 14

By The Numbers: Global report shows more people being displaced

Be it from natural disasters or armed conflict, the latest annual report from the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre explains how the world topped 66 million displacements last year.
May 14
VIDEO: By the Numbers: Global report shows more people being displaced
May 14

Jurors see photos from freak-offs in Day 7 of Diddy trial as Ventura testifies

She claimed the coerced sex, assault and threats made her consider suicide.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs listens as his former girlfriend Casandra "Cassie" Ventura testifies at his sex trafficking trial in New York City, May 14, 2025 in this courtroom sketch.
May 14

DOJ charges Harvard researcher who expressed fears over being returned to Russia

Kseniia Petrova was found to have undeclared frog embryos in her luggage.
May 14
An undated handout photo of Kseniia Petrova.
May 14

Mother, stepfather allegedly kept daughter in a dog crate during years of abuse

A New Jersey couple have been arrested and charged with confining and abusing two children for several years in their home, according to prosecutors.
May 14
A New Jersey couple have been arrested and charged with confining and abusing two children for several years in their home, according to prosecutors.
May 14

‘Burden of Proof: The Case Against Diddy’ - Cassie Ventura’s second day of testimony

Cassie Ventura returned to court in New York to testify against Sean Combs on Wednesday, May 14. Eva Pilgrim and a team of correspondents and contributors break down what happened on ABC News Live.
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VIDEO: ‘Burden of Proof: The Case Against Diddy’ - Cassie Ventura’s second day of testimony
May 14

Reduce, reuse, recycle: Is it too late?

Experts say it's not too late to do your part to help clean up the planet and reduce human-amplified climate change.
May 14
VIDEO: Reduce, reuse, recycle: Is it too late?
May 14

How to negotiate medical expenses

Medical bills can be a financial burden and difficult to navigate, especially if your bill has inaccuracies, but you have options.
May 14
VIDEO: How to negotiate medical expenses
May 14

Georgetown scholar released from ICE custody after judge's ruling

Badar Khan Suri was a visiting scholar with lawful status, his attorneys said.
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Badar Khan Suri.
May 14

Eastern Arizona wildfire explodes to 6,400 acres amid high winds

The Greer Fire is threatening a small mountain town near the New Mexico border.
May 14
The Greer Fire is threatening a small mountain town near the New Mexico border.
May 14

Mother allegedly buys weapons for son's planned attack at middle school

Ashley Pardo, 33, was arrested on Monday after she bought ammunition and tactical gear to assist in her son's attack aimed at Rhodes Middle School in San Antonio, according to an affidavit.
May 14
Ashley Pardo, 33, was arrested on Monday after she bought ammunition and tactical gear to assist in her son's attack aimed at Rhodes Middle School in San Antonio, according to an affidavit.
May 14

Daughter escapes 7 years of confinement by mother, stepfather: Police

The couple is accused of abusing both of the woman's daughters, police said.
May 14
Brenda Spencer and Branndon Mosley in police photos.
May 14

Great-grandson of Wong Kim Ark speaks out to defend birthright citizenship

Norman Wong says he is witnessing the dismantling of his family's legacy, as President Donald Trump attempts to use an executive order to eliminate birthright citizenship.
May 14
Great-grandson of Wong Kim Ark speaks out to defend birthright citizenship
May 14

Cassie Ventura testifies about first time Combs allegedly beat her

Wednesday is day three in the trial of Sean Combs after the jury was seated.
May 14
VIDEO: Cassie Ventura testifies about first time Combs allegedly beat her