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4 dead in Cessna Citation plane crash near D.C. Here's what we know.

4 dead in Cessna Citation plane crash near D.C. Here's what we know.

The Federal Aviation Administration said a pilot and three passengers were killed in the crash. The plane was destroyed.

Charging decision in Trump documents case looms as more GOP challengers enter race

Charging decision in Trump documents case looms as more GOP challengers enter race

Lawyers for former President Trump met with Justice Department officials to argue he should not be charged in the case involving classified documents. A decision in the case could be coming soon as more Republicans enter the 2024 presidential race. Robert Costa reports.

Virginia mom whose 6-year-old son allegedly shot teacher facing federal gun, drug charges

Virginia mom whose 6-year-old son allegedly shot teacher facing federal gun, drug charges

The mom of a 6-year-old Virginia boy who shot and injured his teacher in January is now facing federal drug and gun charges, court documents say.

CNN chief apologizes to employees for distracting them from work: 'I should not be in the news'

CNN chief apologizes to employees for distracting them from work: 'I should not be in the news'

Chris Licht, the embattled chief executive of CNN, apologized to network employees on Monday for distracting from their work and promised to "fight like hell" to earn their trust amid criticism of his year at the helm.

Investigation underway into Virginia plane crash that prompted F-16s to scramble

Investigation underway into Virginia plane crash that prompted F-16s to scramble

The National Transportation Safety Board was at the site of a plane crash in Virginia, trying to determine what caused the aircraft to go down. The pilot of the Cessna was not responsive and F-16s were scrambled when it flew over protected airspace in Washington, D.C. Jeff Pegues has the latest.

Blinken to Talk to Saudis About Normalizing Ties With Israel

Blinken to Talk to Saudis About Normalizing Ties With Israel

U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Saudi Arabia to discuss the idea at a time when the politics in the three countries may make normalization difficult.

Joran Van der Sloot's lawyer to file habeas corpus petition in attempt to stop transfer to USA

Joran Van der Sloot's lawyer to file habeas corpus petition in attempt to stop transfer to USA

Joran van der Sloot's lawyer says he will file a habeas corpus petition against the Peruvian government in an attempt to stop the transfer of his client to the USA.

Around the world

Amid row over 'drought berries,' German lawmakers cancel trip to southern Spain

Amid row over 'drought berries,' German lawmakers cancel trip to southern Spain

A German parliamentary delegation has canceled plans for a visit to fruit farms in southern Spain after a campaign in Germany to discourage consumers from buying so-called “drought berries” sparked political controversy

Russia claims it repelled Ukrainian attack

Russia claims it repelled Ukrainian attack

Russia has said it repelled an attempted attack by Ukrainian forces as signs indicate the country is preparing a counteroffensive to retake occupied territory in the east. Debora Patta has the latest.

Death toll rises to 42 as Haiti struggles to recover from floods

Death toll rises to 42 as Haiti struggles to recover from floods

The death toll from the heavy floods that hit Haiti over the weekend has risen to 42, with another 11 people missing, authorities said Monday.

Poland Rejects E.U. Ruling, Restarting a European Feud

Poland Rejects E.U. Ruling, Restarting a European Feud

Poland’s justice minister called the E.U. court of justice “corrupt,” after it ruled a judicial overhaul was illegal. He vowed not to comply, though that could cost Poland billions.

Chinese warship cuts off U.S. Navy vessel as tensions between countries escalate

Chinese warship cuts off U.S. Navy vessel as tensions between countries escalate

A U.S. Navy ship was cut off by a Chinese warship in the Taiwan Strait days after a Chinese fighter jet crossed in front of a U.S. surveillance plane. Elizabeth Palmer has the latest.

One year after their killing, loved ones pay tribute to duo slain in Amazon rainforest

One year after their killing, loved ones pay tribute to duo slain in Amazon rainforest

A year after the killing of British journalist Dom Phillips and Indigenous expert Bruno Pereira in the Amazon rainforest, loved ones are gathering in several Brazilian cities to honor their memory

Hong Kong Court Overturns Conviction of Journalist Bao Choy

Hong Kong Court Overturns Conviction of Journalist Bao Choy

A court ruled that “substantial and grave injustice” was done to Choy Yuk-ling, an investigative journalist who also goes by the name Bao Choy.

Technology

Money stored on apps like PayPal could be at risk, feds warn

Money stored on apps like PayPal could be at risk, feds warn

Financial watchdog urges consumers who keep funds with a digital app to transfer the money to an insured bank account.

Editing video on iPad just got a whole lot easier

Editing video on iPad just got a whole lot easier

For more than 20 years, the popular video editing software Final Cut Pro has been a Mac computer exclusive. Now, for the first time, Final Cut Pro is available on the iPad and it will inspire an entirely new generation of mobile creators.

You've heard of an RV. Now, meet the LV

You've heard of an RV. Now, meet the LV

You’ve heard of an RV, but what about an LV? It stands for Living Vehicle, a luxurious home on wheels that lets you embrace the remote work lifestyle so you can live comfortably in various places.

Spotify cutting about 2% of its workforce, roughly 200 workers

Spotify cutting about 2% of its workforce, roughly 200 workers

Spotify is cutting about 200 people, or 2% of its workforce, as the streaming company reworks its podcast unit

Boeing and NASA Delay Launch of Starliner Over Parachutes and Wiring

Boeing and NASA Delay Launch of Starliner Over Parachutes and Wiring

The Starliner capsule was poised to fly people to orbit in July for the first time. But reviews found problems with its parachutes and its wiring.

When will Facebook settlement payments be sent out? Here's what we know

When will Facebook settlement payments be sent out? Here's what we know

You can submit a claim in just a couple minutes for a piece of the massive $725 million Facebook settlement, but it will take much longer to get your payout.

Port of Oakland congestion can delay cargo trucks for hours. This project aims to fix that.

Port of Oakland congestion can delay cargo trucks for hours. This project aims to fix that.

A $364.5 million project will soon realign and reconstruct 7th Street near the Port of Oakland, aiming to lessen congestion by modernizing the vital port gateway.

Sports News

One-on-One with Edwin Moses, Part Three

One-on-One with Edwin Moses, Part Three

Edwin Moses has been a busy man over the years, with philanthropic work as well as developing and crafting doping protocols used by international amateur sporting bodies.

Oakland A’s fans raise $27,000-worth of shirts for reverse boycott

Oakland A’s fans raise $27,000-worth of shirts for reverse boycott

"It feels like it's their last chance to actually do something as opposed to say something on Twitter.

Albert Pujols remains as Angels special assistant despite new MLB roles, team says

Albert Pujols remains as Angels special assistant despite new MLB roles, team says

Albert Pujols, already a special assistant to the Angels, has been named a special assistant to Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred.

Patrick Mahomes shuts down Travis Kelce's attempt to speak in hilarious fashion at Chiefs' White House visit

Patrick Mahomes shuts down Travis Kelce's attempt to speak in hilarious fashion at Chiefs' White House visit

When Travis Kelce wanted to say a few words at the White House Monday at the Kansas City Chiefs' honoring of their Super Bowl victory, Patrick Mahomes was quick to get him off stage.

NFL investigating Colts’ Isaiah Rodgers for alleged betting — including on his own team

NFL investigating Colts’ Isaiah Rodgers for alleged betting — including on his own team

The NFLer allegedly placed "hundreds" of bets, and "at least some" of these wagers were on his own team.

Gary Cohen, Howie Rose and Two Others Inducted Into Mets Hall of Fame

Gary Cohen, Howie Rose and Two Others Inducted Into Mets Hall of Fame

As the team continues to celebrate its history, Gary Cohen, Howie Rose, Al Leiter and Howard Johnson were honored for their contributions over the years.

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith says Joe Biden should not be re-elected in 2024: 'We need a new president'

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith says Joe Biden should not be re-elected in 2024: 'We need a new president'

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith says he voted for President Biden in 2020 but thinks Dems should select a new candidate for 2024, saying that no one "in their 80s should be running the country.

Politics News

Appeals court denies Biden admin request for stay in challenge to migrant release policy

Appeals court denies Biden admin request for stay in challenge to migrant release policy

The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals has denied a motion by the Biden administration to allow migrant releases under two blocked policies to continue amid a legal challenge.

CNN chief apologizes to employees for distracting from work

CNN chief apologizes to employees for distracting from work

CNN chief executive Chris Licht apologized to staff members on a conference call for distracting attention from their work through his own trip through the news cycle

Biden Administration Shrugs Off Ukraine’s Attacks in Russia

Biden Administration Shrugs Off Ukraine’s Attacks in Russia

For months, U.S. officials said cross-border operations risked a dangerous escalation. But those fears have ebbed.

Supreme Court will decide whether T-shirt mocking Trump as 'too small' can be trademarked

Supreme Court will decide whether T-shirt mocking Trump as 'too small' can be trademarked

The Supreme Court will rule on whether a California lawyer has a free speech right to trademark a T-shirt mocking former President Trump as "too small.

In New Ukrainian Attacks, U.S. Officials See Signs of a Counteroffensive

In New Ukrainian Attacks, U.S. Officials See Signs of a Counteroffensive

Kyiv has not formally announced the start of operations. But Russia said that major Ukrainian attacks had begun in the Donetsk region and that it had repelled the assaults and inflicted casualties.

Column: California proves that stricter gun laws save lives

Column: California proves that stricter gun laws save lives

California has arguably the nation's strictest gun laws. And we've got one of the lowest rates of gun deaths. States with lax gun controls, especially in the South, have some of the highest gun death rates.

Pence files paperwork to run for president

Pence files paperwork to run for president

His largest task will be attempting to win back Republicans who largely cast him aside following Donald Trump's presidency.