From USA TODAY. Thousands of pop culture fans dressed up a little early this season to kick off the first day of New York City Comic Con.

From USA TODAY. During an Oct. 9 meeting with the president of Finland in the White House Oval Office, President Donald Trump said he expects to travel to the Middle East on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025. The decision to travel comes amid Hamas agreeing to terms on a peace deal with Israel. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2025/10/09/israel-hamas-peace-deal-what-we-know/86593386007/…

From USA TODAY. This is banned books week. It’s a week that highlights how a few loud voices have shaped what kinds of books are pulled from school and library shelves. Who gets the final word, not on which books should be read, but on access? And what’s been the impact on those caught in…

From USA TODAY. Israelis and Palestinians reacted to news of a Gaza peace agreement between Israel and Hamas, announced by President Donald Trump on Oct. 8, 2025. What we know about the peace deal: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2025/10/09/israel-hamas-peace-deal-what-we-know/86593386007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. Chicago erupts in protest over immigration crackdowns and National Guard troop deployment despite opposition from city and state leaders as a judge weighs troop ban. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/09/06/trump-national-guard-chicago-dc-protests/86017634007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. Survivors of the deadly Palisades Fire reacted to the arrest of a man who was charged with starting the fire in January. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/10/09/palisades-fire-victims-los-angeles-suspect-arrest/86590360007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump is set to hold a Cabinet meeting Thursday as the shutdown rolls on. It will mark Trump’s ninth Cabinet meeting of his second term.

From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas have agreed to implement the first phase of a White House peace plan aimed at ending Israel’s onslaught in Gaza, and securing the release of hostages. https://tinyurl.com/mr3dxvhc USA TODAY Breaking News Reporter Michael Loria has the latest from Chicago, where residents say a Trump immigration…

From USA TODAY. Protesters outside ICE facility in Broadview, Illinois. #Chicago #Protest #ICE

From USA TODAY. We’re nearly at the end of day eight of the government shutdown, the first time this has happened since 2018 when President Donald Trump was last in office. Hundreds of thousands of employees who have been deemed non-essential have been furloughed and there’s little movement in Washington toward an agreement that would…

From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump suggested Chicago’s mayor and the Illinois governor should face jail for "failing to protect ICE." READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/10/08/trump-chicago-national-guard-ice-jb-pritzker/86575398007/

From USA TODAY. Authorities have made an arrest in connection with the deadly and devastating Palisades Fire that ravaged part of Los Angeles earlier this year, according to multiple news reports on Oct. 8. Jonathan Rinderknecht, of Florida, was arrested for his role in the wildfires that devastated the city. Officials declined to speak on…

From USA TODAY. New research links just nine ounces of sugary or diet soda daily to increased liver disease risk. READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2025/10/08/soda-diet-liver-disease-study-research/86579096007/

From USA TODAY. Authorities have made an arrest in connection with the deadly and devastating Palisades Fire that ravaged part of Los Angeles earlier this year, according to multiple news reports on Oct. 8. The fire, along with the Eaton Fire in another part of Los Angeles County, erupted on Jan. 7 and burned for…

From USA TODAY. Authorities have made an arrest in connection with the deadly and devastating Palisades Fire that ravaged part of Los Angeles earlier this year. Jonathan Rinderknecht was named as a suspect at a press conference on Oct. 8, months after the deadly fire killed 12 people. The Palisades Fire, along with the Eaton…

From USA TODAY. Authorities have made an arrest in connection with the deadly and devastating Palisades Fire that ravaged part of Los Angeles earlier this year, according to multiple news reports on Oct. 8. The fire, along with the Eaton Fire in another part of Los Angeles County, erupted on Jan. 7 and burned for…

From USA TODAY. James Comey is scheduled to be arraigned, and to enter a plea, Oct. 8 in the Alexandria, Va. district, just outside the capital.

From USA TODAY. USA TODAY White House Correspondent Joey Garrison has some of the latest from the federal government shutdown, including the president’s controversial remarks about furloughed workers. https://tinyurl.com/46c39jtp Attorney General Pam Bondi is grilled by and insults Democrats in a Senate hearing. https://tinyurl.com/ycynneeb Supreme Court Correspondent Maureen Groppe breaks down oral arguments over Colorado’s…

From USA TODAY. USA TODAY reporters Sarah Wire and Lauren Villagran break down federal and state policies on health care access for undocumented immigrants. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/10/07/democrats-healthcare-illegal-immigrants-government-shutdown/86500635007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. During a Senate hearing, Attorney General Pam Bondi fielded questions from Sen. Dick Durbin, sparring over the deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago as well as over the handling of Jeffrey Epstein files. Questions over the deployment led things to get heated, with Durbin telling Bondi "it’s my job to grill…

From USA TODAY. The Supreme Court is diving back into the culture wars, debating whether states can block licensed therapists from attempting to change a young person’s sexuality or gender identity. The court on Oct. 7 is considering a Christian counselor’s claim that Colorado’s ban on "conversion therapy" violates her free speech rights.

From USA TODAY. USA TODAY National Security & World Affairs Reporter Cybele Mayes-Osterman discusses the Trump administration’s approach on deploying National Guard troops to U.S. cities. https://tinyurl.com/mwu9yc3n Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says the government shutdown is adding stress to air traffic controllers. https://tinyurl.com/yhxdjvyk USA TODAY National News Reporter Karissa Waddick takes a look at the…

From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that Sean "Diddy" Combs has requested a pardon after his conviction in his federal sex-crimes case. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2025/10/06/diddy-asks-trump-pardon/86555128007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump told reporters he’d invoke the Insurrection Act "if it was necessary." Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/10/04/trump-federalize-iillinois-national-guard-pritzker/86524379007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. Rachel Goldberg-Polin’s son was kidnapped during the October 7, 2023, attacks in Israel and later executed by Hamas. She’s now an advocate for the hostages in Gaza. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2025/10/04/israel-hamas-war-rachel-goldberg-polin-hersh-october-7/85783193007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. Greta Thunberg spoke publicly in Greece after being deported out of Israel on Oct. 6. Thunberg and other activists were detained while sailing on Flotilla ships with aid bound for Gaza when they were detained by Israeli forces. In her public comments, Thunberg continued to denounce the war, labeling the events like…

From USA TODAY. Governor JD Pritzker of Illinois comments on possible National Guard deployment. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/10/04/trump-federalize-iillinois-national-guard-pritzker/86524379007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia” music video dropped, and TikTok creators are recreating the viral dance with their own flair. #taylorswift #tiktok #music Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. The Senate is set to vote again at 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 6 to move ahead on legislation to reopen the government.

From USA TODAY. A federal judge temporarily blocks President Donald Trump from deploying 200 Oregon National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon. https://tinyurl.com/53md4xyw USA TODAY Supreme Court Correspondent Maureen Groppe looks at the upcoming term for the high court. https://tinyurl.com/mumm7zr9 Trump is warning of ‘complete obliteration’ if Hamas insists on staying in power in Gaza. https://tinyurl.com/5n6uaeb6…

From USA TODAY. USA TODAY Shopping is here to help you prep for #amazonprimeday this October. Find out deals to shop now, popular holiday gift ideas and more. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/shopping/2025/10/03/weekend-october-amazon-prime-day-deals/86465982007/ » USA TODAY Shopping helps readers find the best deals, popular product recommendations and gift ideas—all in one place. Whether you’re hunting for a…

From USA TODAY. US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth addressed the Navy Midshipmen after their victory over the Air Force Falcons. Read more: Watch Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth address Navy after its win over Air Force https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/2025/10/04/pete-hegseth-speech-navy-air-force/86529253007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to…

From USA TODAY. It’s been two years since the October 7th attacks on Israel. On that day in 2023, Hamas fighters killed 1,200 people and took hundreds hostage. In response, Israel unleashed a military campaign that has brought death and devastation to Gaza. Now President Trump, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by his side,…

From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump is calling on Israel to stop its Gaza bombing campaign to secure the safe extraction of remaining hostages, after Hamas agreed to portions of his peace plan. https://tinyurl.com/488abv8s USA TODAY White House Correspondent Bart Jansen has the latest as lawmakers fail to get out of a government shutdown. https://tinyurl.com/yzvthtcb…

From USA TODAY. For 75 years, Charles Schultz’s Peanuts gang has reflected our humor and hope, as well as our struggle to navigate some of life’s everyday curveballs. How is it that the characters he created so poignantly reflect how we experience other people and the world around us? And why do a ragtag group…

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From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump’s approval ratings are historically low compared to other presidents, but have mostly plateaued in recent months. https://tinyurl.com/mpr89utp USA TODAY First Amendment Reporter BrieAnna Frank breaks down a ruling against the Trump administration that found Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem misused their…

From USA TODAY. USA TODAY reporters break down who the Democrats and Republicans think will take the blame for the government shutdown and how it could end. Read more: Government shutdown 2025: What to know about federal layoffs, Social Security https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/10/01/federal-government-shutdown-trump-congress-live-updates/86442840007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies…

From USA TODAY. As many government agencies shutter and prepare for layoffs, some experts are worried about how ready NOAA is to deal with hurricane season. Read more: Government shutdown 2025: What to know about federal layoffs, Social Security https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/10/01/federal-government-shutdown-trump-congress-live-updates/86442840007/ Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to…

From USA TODAY. Once known simply as a gossip guru, Charlamagne tha God – who reaches over 7 million monthly “Club” listeners – still gets "the tea.” USA TODAY Politics Reporter Jay Stahl joins The Excerpt to share excerpts from his sit-down with the political influencer. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/bdfkuv2p #Charlamagne #Politics #Podcast Sign up for…

From USA TODAY. Sean "Diddy" Combs will return to court Friday to be sentenced, after the jury in his federal sex-crimes trial handed down a split verdict in July, following a case that captured the nation’s attention. After being acquitted on the most serious charges − racketeering and sex trafficking − Combs, 55, will await…

From USA TODAY. The Smithsonian Institute’s museums, research centers, and the National Zoo remain open this week despite the government shutdown that started at midnight Oct. 1. The Smithsonian, a federal government entity, posted on its website that it will use money from the last fiscal year’s budget to stay open at least through Monday,…

From USA TODAY. The Smithsonian Institute’s museums, research centers, and the National Zoo remain open this week despite the government shutdown that started at midnight Oct. 1. The Smithsonian, a federal government entity, posted on its website that it will use money from the last fiscal year’s budget to stay open at least through Monday,…

From USA TODAY. USA TODAY White House Correspondent Francesca Chambers takes a look at how the federal government shutdown is playing out politically, and gives us some insight into how Americans are being impacted. https://tinyurl.com/2s3s7d8r FBI Director Kash Patel says he won’t partner with the Anti-Defamation League over a James Comey link. https://tinyurl.com/4y233x6f USA TODAY…

From USA TODAY. Multiple businesses were evacuated after an electric vehicle caught fire in a Colorado grocery store parking lot, according to officials. #Colorado #Fire #Firefighter

From USA TODAY. Chimpanzee researcher Jane Goodall died from natural causes, the conservation organization she founded announced. READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/10/01/jane-goodall-dies-91/86460850007/ #conservation #research #chimpanzee

From USA TODAY. In the wake of the controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel’s week-long suspension from "Jimmy Kimmel Live," FCC Chairman Brendan Carr issued a not-so-veiled threat on a podcast saying "we can do this the easy way or we can do this the hard way." David Inserra, a senior fellow at the Cato Institute and…

From USA TODAY. The federal government shut down at midnight on Oct. 1 as President Donald Trump and congressional Democrats blamed each other for failing to reach an agreement in a bitter standoff over funding the government. It marks the 15th government shutdown since 1981, and there’s no immediate end in sight as congressional Democrats…

From USA TODAY. The federal government shut down at midnight. USA TODAY Senior National Political Correspondent Sarah D. Wire gives us a better sense of one of the key issues at play – a fight over extending insurance subsidies. https://tinyurl.com/yc27s37z A judge rules President Donald Trump’s deportation moves against pro-Palestinian students are unconstitutional. https://tinyurl.com/3ampunas USA…

From USA TODAY. The federal government will likely shut down Oct. 1 after President Donald Trump and congressional leaders failed to reach a funding compromise on Sept. 29. The partial shutdown will likely start at midnight. The federal government will run out of money at the end of the fiscal year, unless members of Congress…

From USA TODAY. Fox News host Sean Hannity has finalized plans to combine two side-by-side beachfront townhouses for a $20.5 million oceanfront mega-home. Read more: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/real-estate/2025/09/30/fox-news-host-sean-hannity-townhomes/86435136007/ #Houses #SeanHannity #RealEstate

From USA TODAY. Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban separate after 19 years together, TMZ reports. They share two daughters. Read more: Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban separate after 19 years of marriage, reports say https://tinyurl.com/44nt75hf Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. YouTube pays $24.5M to settle lawsuit after suspending Trump’s account post-Jan. 6 riots. Read more: YouTube agrees to pay Trump $24.5 million to settle account suspension lawsuit https://tinyurl.com/2d5trpvs Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. Rafie Ollah Shouhed filed a multi-million-dollar tort claim against DHS and ICE, claiming he was "unlawfully assaulted” during an ICE operation. #ice #california #icearrests Sign up for our newsletter for the day’s top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump will attend the last-minute meeting of the military’s top brass in northern Virginia on Sept. 30.

From USA TODAY. President Donald Trump said he and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have reached a deal for peace in Gaza. But how do leaders in the enclave see the deal? USA TODAY White House Correspondent Francesca Chambers has more. https://tinyurl.com/38xwv7hn Several people – including U.S. citizens – are seeking millions in damages after…

From USA TODAY. A marine team handled a six-hour rescue operation to free a humpback whale from 450 feet of tangled rope and fishing gear in Canada’s Nanoose Bay. #whale #Canada #rescue

From USA TODAY. Police were searching on Sept. 29 for more possible victims amid the charred ruins of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, a suburb of Flint and a short drive from Burton. Authorities called Sanford’s attack, which killed at least four people and wounded eight others, an "act…

From USA TODAY. "Health challenges" are preventing Dolly Parton from returning to the stage. On Sept. 28, the singer revealed in a post shared to her social media accounts that "Unfortunately, I will need to postpone my upcoming Las Vegas concerts." Parton’s run of six Las Vegas shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace was…

From USA TODAY. U.S. President Donald Trump will meets with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.