An off-duty Lincoln police captain was cited and placed on leave after her 2-year-old was found alone in a locked van at Pawnee Lake. The toddler was left for at least 28 minutes while the captain and her partner were fishing; both face misdemeanor child abuse charges.
Eleven newborn puppies were found abandoned in a cardboard box in Brantford and transferred to a rescue. The organization is seeking experienced bottle-feeders to care for the pups, which need feeding every three hours.
The Supreme Court's conservative majority sided with the Trump administration Monday, ruling that states lack the legal standing to challenge an executive order restricting mail-in voting. The unsigned order does not decide the order's legality, leaving room for further litigation as the midterm elections approach.
Seattle Mariners rookie shortstop Colt Emerson will have season-ending surgery on his left wrist Wednesday, with general manager Justin Hollander saying he should be ready for next season. The 21-year-old had been playing through the injury since spring training, and the team's president of baseball operations expressed a wish he had been more upfront about the pain. The Mariners also provided updates on Bryan Woo, J.P. Crawford, and Brendan Donovan.
A new Senate bill aims to stop the Department of Veterans Affairs from withholding disability compensation from veterans who received lump-sum separation pay. The legislation, introduced by Sen. Ruben Gallego, responds to federal rules that treat the payments as duplicates, leading to recoupment that has affected tens of thousands of veterans.
Roy Drinkard, a World War II veteran and the nation's oldest living Marine, has died at 106. Remembered for his service, community leadership, and connection to Troy University, he will be honored with a building named in his memory.
A federal judge has postponed the US trial of Abu Agila Mohammad Mas'ud Kheir Al-Marimi, the Libyan man charged in the 1988 Pan Am Flight 103 bombing, after new evidence emerged. The delay has left victims' families disappointed and concerned for elderly relatives who have waited decades for justice.
A U.S. soldier charged with fraud for allegedly using non-public information to profit from Polymarket contracts on Venezuelan politics is fighting the CFTC's bid to file an amicus brief. The case highlights regulatory tensions over how prediction markets should be regulated.
Eucalypso Home is offering 10% off sitewide with code USATODAY10 as part of USA TODAY's month-long Fall Reset shopping event. The brand's bedding, made from eucalyptus-derived TENCEL Lyocell, includes sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers, and sleep bundles.
Robert White Jr., the Democratic nominee to be D.C.'s delegate to Congress, has launched the 'Defend DC' effort to mobilize city residents to canvass in nearby states for candidates supporting D.C. autonomy. The plan, announced Monday, targets lawmakers who backed federal interventions, with Rep. John McGuire as the first target.
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Trump can begin implementing parts of his executive order tightening mail-in voting rules, but left the order's legality unresolved. States and election officials warn of chaos with ballots set to go out within weeks, while legal experts doubt the rules will take effect before November.
The Colorado Rockies placed left-handed starter Kyle Freeland on the 15-day injured list Monday due to a pinched nerve, retroactive to Aug. 21. Freeland left Wednesday's start against the Dodgers after 3⅔ innings with neck pain, and manager Warren Schaeffer said a bullpen session didn't go well, prompting the move.
The USDA has announced a new initiative called 'Harvest to Hallways' to bring local produce into school lunches, backed by $25 million in farm-to-school grants and $30 million for research. Officials also unveiled $70 million for cafeteria equipment upgrades and a push to reduce ultra-processed foods and refined sugars.
New San Diego Padres owners José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones held their introductory press conference Monday, pledging to win a World Series. The outgoing Seidler family gave bonuses to all employees, as reported by the New York Post.
Dr. Shelley Zieroth has been appointed to a new research chair at St. Boniface Hospital focused on women's heart health. The role, a partnership between Heart & Stroke, the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation, and Research Manitoba, aims to address the historical underrepresentation of women in cardiovascular research and improve outcomes for women. Zieroth plans to develop a Women's Heart Care program in Manitoba.
Indian student applications to US colleges fell 15% in 2025-26, according to a Common App report, amid tighter visa rules and policy uncertainty. The decline is the steepest on record for international applicants, and a NAFSA/JB International report projects further drops in registrations for Fall 2026.
Chelsea began their Premier League campaign with a chaotic 3-2 win at Fulham, marked by an early Joao Pedro goal, defensive lapses, and a mixed reception for substitute Enzo Fernandez. Xabi Alonso played down the fan reaction amid reports of Manchester City interest in the midfielder.
The Australian National University has apologised unreservedly and reached a settlement with former council member Liz Allen over her allegations of bullying and intimidation against former chancellor Julie Bishop. The university acknowledged its failures and the harm caused to Allen, who had spoken up about governance misconduct.
LaSalle College in Montreal has obtained creditor protection following a $30 million fine from the Quebec government for exceeding English-language enrollment limits. The college is asking for reinstated subsidies and has postponed the start of classes.
Clayton Kershaw, recently retired after an 18-season career with the Los Angeles Dodgers, will join the SportsNet LA broadcast crew on Tuesday for the series opener against the Atlanta Braves. Kershaw will work alongside Joe Davis and Kirsten Watson, marking his first appearance in the team's official broadcast booth, and will also be present for pregame coverage.