US & World Archives

A Minnesota National Guard and police team were shot at in a drive-by shooting, official says

April 18, 2021 3:10 PM CNN Newsource

A Minnesota National Guard and Minneapolis police team were fired upon in a drive-by shooting Sunday morning, the state National Guard said in a news…

3 dead in Austin active shooter case called ‘domestic situation’; ex-cop sought as gunman

April 18, 2021 12:51 PM CNN Newsource, ABC News

AUSTIN, Texas — Three people were pronounced dead from gunshot wounds at the scene of an active shooter incident in Austin on Sunday, according…

WWII era plane makes emergency landing near Florida beach

April 18, 2021 2:15 PM CNN Newsource

A World War II-era plane was forced to land off the coast of Cocoa Beach, Florida, Saturday afternoon after it experienced engine failure.…

Navalny’s life is Putin’s ‘personal’ responsibility, say Russian politicians

April 18, 2021 1:42 PM CNN

Nearly a dozen Russian politicians have published an open letter to President Vladimir Putin, saying that he was personally responsible for the life…

1 dead, 5 wounded in shooting at Ohio vigil, sheriff’s office says

April 18, 2021 1:35 PM CNN Newsource

A woman driving by a vigil for a shooting victim was fatally shot in the head Saturday evening, and five others were wounded, according to the…

2 people arrested after a fatal mall shooting in Omaha, Nebraska

April 18, 2021 12:25 PM CNN Newsource

Two people have been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting at a Nebraska mall, Omaha police said. The shooting took place Saturday at the…

3 people were killed and 2 others injured in a shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin, sheriff says

April 18, 2021 11:53 AM CNN Newsource

Authorities are looking for whoever opened fire at a tavern in southeast Wisconsin overnight, killing three people and seriously wounding two others,…

The world’s next skateboard star is a 6-year-old Australian girl riding ramps double her size

April 18, 2021 9:53 AM CNN Newsource

While her kindergarten classmates spend their free time playing with blocks and running around outside, Paige Tobin has been busy dropping into…

These are the victims of the Indianapolis FedEx shooting

April 18, 2021 8:56 AM CNN

Samaria Blackwell dreamed of being a police officer. John Weisert would have celebrated his 50th wedding anniversary in the fall. Amarjit Sekhon and…

Canada’s health care workers brace for the painful blow of a punishing third wave

April 18, 2021 7:51 AM CNN

For days now, as the Covid-19 case count mounted and hospital admissions surged, Canadians seemed dismayed and asked: How could this happen here,…

The US has reported at least 45 mass shootings in the last month

April 18, 2021 7:40 AM CNN Newsource

When eight people died in a mass shooting at an Indianapolis FedEx facility Thursday night, the news was compounded by a string of similar incidents…

Russian politicians say Navalny’s life is Putin’s ‘personal’ responsibility

April 18, 2021 7:26 AM CNN

Nearly a dozen Russian politicians have published an open letter to President Vladimir Putin, saying that he was personally responsible for the life…

Scott Peterson Trial Fast Facts

April 18, 2021 6:29 AM CNN Newsource

Here is a look at the Scott Peterson trial. In November 2004, Peterson was convicted of murdering his wife, Laci, and their unborn son, Conner, in…

May Day Fast Facts

April 18, 2021 6:28 AM CNN Newsource

Here’s a look at May Day, referred to as International Workers Day in many countries. Facts Celebrated on the first day of May each year. In…

Canada’s healthcare workers brace for the painful blow of a punishing third wave

April 18, 2021 6:25 AM CNN

For days now, as the Covid-19 case count mounted and horrifying hospital admissions surged, Canadians seemed dismayed and asked: how could this…

3 people killed and 2 injured in shooting in Kenosha, sheriff’s department says

April 18, 2021 6:24 AM CNN

Three people were killed and two others injured with gunshot wounds in a shooting early Sunday morning at The Somers House Tavern in Wisconsin,…

Hank Greenberg Fast Facts

April 18, 2021 6:23 AM CNN Newsource

Here is a look at the life of former AIG Chief Executive Officer Hank Greenberg. Personal Birth date: May 4, 1925 Birth place: New York, New York…

In the age of active shooters, a new mantra has emerged: ‘Run. Hide. Fight.’

April 18, 2021 4:06 AM CNN Newsource

It’s a nightmare scenario: You’re at a mall, shopping with friends. Or maybe buying some last-minute groceries for dinner. All of a…

Covid-19 vaccine demand is slowing in parts of the US. Now starts an uphill battle to get more shots into arms

April 18, 2021 3:42 AM CNN Newsource

When health officials in Ohio’s Mercer County opened their first Covid-19 vaccine drive-thru clinic in January, available slots filled up…

Morris Brown’s reaccreditation could signal more longevity among HBCUs

April 18, 2021 3:22 AM CNN Newsource

It is no secret that at some point, something went very wrong at Morris Brown College. It was a disappointing, though not unfamiliar story. A school…

Philanthropist and New York Public Library revivalist Vartan Gregorian dies at 87

April 18, 2021 1:57 AM CNN Newsource

Vartan Gregorian, the philanthropist and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient whose work revitalized the New York Public Library, died Thursday at…

One killed, one wounded in shooting at a Nebraska mall

April 18, 2021 1:21 AM CNN Newsource

A person has died after being shot Saturday at Westroads Mall in Omaha, Nebraska, police said. The victim, described as an adult male, was taken by…

Search is underway for two missing people off the coast of Pismo Beach, California

April 18, 2021 1:00 AM CNN Newsource

A search is underway for two people who were last seen in the water near Dinosaur Caves Park in Pismo Beach, California, on Saturday, the US Coast…

Mike Mitchell, a founding member of the band that recorded ‘Louie Louie,’ has died

April 18, 2021 12:38 AM CNN Newsource

Mike Mitchell, lead guitarist for the Kingsmen for more than six decades, died Friday on his 77th birthday, according to a publicist for the group.…

Minnesota governor expresses regret for mistreatment of journalists during Daunte Wright demonstrations

April 18, 2021 12:13 AM CNN Newsource

Minnesota’s governor expressed regret Saturday after the alleged mistreatment of journalists covering demonstrations in Brooklyn Center by law…

The Sikh community is in mourning as 4 members were among the victims of the Indianapolis shooting

April 17, 2021 8:18 PM CNN

This week’s deadly mass shooting at a FedEx Ground facility in Indianapolis struck deeply into the area’s Sikh community after it…

This is what we know about the shooting at an Indianapolis FedEx facility

April 17, 2021 8:15 PM CNN Newsource

Authorities were on the scene of yet another mass shooting, this time at a FedEx Ground facility in Indianapolis, where eight people were killed…

At least 100 people arrested on tense sixth night of protests as Daunte Wright’s loved ones mourn for his son

April 17, 2021 6:51 PM CNN Newsource

As Daunte Wright’s loved ones reflected on a son who will grow up without a father, a peaceful march and protest calling for justice in his…

Alexey Navalny’s press secretary says he’s ‘dying’ as Russian prosecutors target his foundation

April 17, 2021 6:06 PM CNN

The Moscow Prosecutor’s Office filed a lawsuit on Friday with Moscow City Court seeking to label jailed Kremlin critic Alexey Navalny’s…

Space is the final frontier for archaeologists

April 17, 2021 4:49 PM CNN Newsource

The boot prints left by Apollo 11 astronaut Neil Armstrong are a tangible legacy of one of humanity’s greatest achievements — putting a…