US & World Archives

Afghan translator who saved US lives and helped fellow translators escape danger becomes a US citizen

July 4, 2020 4:51 AM CNN

Janis Shinwari is celebrating his first Fourth of July as a US citizen. His journey to the US started on the battlefield in his native Afghanistan.…

PSA: Please stop microwaving your books to get rid of coronavirus

July 4, 2020 4:51 AM CNN

Some things, we suppose, just need to be spelled out. Here’s one: Do not microwave your books to get rid of the coronavirus. That’s the…

2 Texas counties urge residents to shelter in place as hospitals reach capacity due to virus

July 4, 2020 4:31 AM CNN

Hospitals in at least two Texas counties are at full capacity heading into the Fourth of July holiday weekend, with county judges urging residents to…

2 Oklahoma officers are charged with second-degree murder in man’s 2019 death

July 4, 2020 4:01 AM CNN

Two Oklahoma police officers were charged with second-degree murder this week in the Taser death of a 28-year-old man last year, authorities report.…

More than 1,400 Georgia healthcare workers sign letter asking governor for more coronavirus restrictions

July 4, 2020 12:38 AM CNN

More than 1,400 Georgia healthcare workers have petitioned the state’s governor asking that he impose further restrictions to slow the spread…

Donald Trump Jr’s girlfriend Kimberly Guilfoyle tests positive for virus just before president’s speech

July 4, 2020 12:00 AM CNN

MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL, South Dakota — Kimberly Guilfoyle — the girlfriend of Donald Trump Jr. and a top fundraiser for the Trump…

Gamblers can (legally) bet on the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest for the first time in the July Fourth event’s history

July 4, 2020 12:00 AM CNN

Bettors with the stomach for it can now legally put up their money to see how many hot dogs Joey Chestnut will take down. For the first time ever,…

Shopping mall shootings: Young boy killed & 3 others wounded in Alabama, girl hurt in Massachusetts

July 3, 2020 4:40 PM ABC News, Associated Press

HOOVER, Alabama — A shooting at an Alabama shopping mall Friday afternoon left an 8-year-old boy dead and three other people wounded. Hoover police…

Instagram star flaunted lavish lifestyle but was actually conspiring to launder hundreds of millions of dollars, US prosecutors say

July 3, 2020 11:29 PM CNN

A Nigerian man nicknamed “Ray Hushpuppi” who flaunted his Rolls Royces, fancy watches and designer clothing on Instagram faces money…

President Trump pushes racial division, flouts virus rules at Mount Rushmore speech & fireworks

July 3, 2020 7:50 PM Associated Press, CNN

MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL, South Dakota — At the foot of Mount Rushmore on the eve of Independence Day, President Donald Trump made a direct…

Transgender advocacy group launches Spanish language hotline service

July 3, 2020 11:01 PM CNN

After experiencing a surge in calls, a transgender advocacy group launched a Spanish language version of their hotline on Wednesday. Trans Lifeline,…

Officers fired over photos taken near Elijah McClain’s memorial

July 3, 2020 10:24 PM CNN

Protesters returned to the streets of Aurora, Colorado, on Friday after the city’s police chief fired two officers involved in taking selfie…

As US cases rise, here are tips from afar on how to keep coronavirus in check this holiday weekend

July 3, 2020 10:04 PM CNN

Fireworks, pool parties and drinking at bars with friends — that’s how many Americans would liked to be celebrating the Fourth of July this…

2 more death row inmates at San Quentin die from coronavirus complications

July 3, 2020 8:32 PM CNN

At least three death row inmates at California’s San Quentin State Prison had coronavirus and died, corrections officials says. Scott Thomas…

NASCAR’s Jimmie Johnson tests positive for Covid-19, will miss Sunday’s race

July 3, 2020 8:23 PM CNN

Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson has tested positive for Covid-19 and will miss Sunday’s race in Indianapolis, according to…

He posted his regrets over attending a party in California. The next day, he died of coronavirus

July 3, 2020 6:47 PM CNN

A Southern California man who tested positive for coronavirus after attending a party expressed his fear and regret a day before he died. Thomas…

Dozens of administrators attended a school reopening meeting in California. One of them tested positive for Covid-19

July 3, 2020 7:43 PM CNN

Dozens of administrators from a California school district are in self-quarantine after attending an in-person meeting last month where an attendee…

In pursuit of Ghislaine Maxwell, authorities allege mysterious financial dealings with Jeffrey Epstein

July 3, 2020 7:19 PM CNN

In their pursuit of Ghislaine Maxwell for what they say is her role in Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged sex trafficking ring, federal prosecutors…

Hong Kong was once a home for critics of Beijing. Now they might not even be safe at the airport

July 3, 2020 6:45 PM CNN

A year ago, Chinese-Australian dissident artist Badiucao was searching for a place in Hong Kong to display some of his political works, many of which…

The FBI is assisting a hate crime investigation after a noose was found at a Kalamazoo, Michigan, high school

July 3, 2020 5:47 PM CNN

A hate crime investigation was launched after a noose was found hanging from the press box of a high school football stadium in Michigan. Security…

Oregon state trooper put on leave after defying mask mandate in coffee shop

July 3, 2020 5:34 PM CNN

An Oregon state trooper is on administrative leave and officials have apologized after coffee shop owners say the trooper used profanity and scoffed…

If they’re going to rename the Washington Redskins, these are the likeliest contenders

July 3, 2020 5:16 PM CNN

The Washington Redskins could be sporting a new team name this fall, if and when the 2020 NFL season begins. Calls have been growing for the team to…

Arizona health department demands 3 defiant gyms close their doors or face legal action

July 3, 2020 4:53 PM CNN

The Arizona Department of Health Services demanded that three gyms close immediately or face court action, according to a statement from the…

Washington Redskins will review name, team says

July 3, 2020 3:54 PM CNN

The Washington Redskins could get a new name. The NFL team announced Friday it will review the name, long criticized for racist connotations.…

A vintage clothing store isn’t arguing with customers about wearing masks

July 3, 2020 2:42 PM CNN

Antique Sugar co-owner Sarah Bingham is tired of arguing with customers who don’t want to put on a mask before coming into the vintage clothing…

A Miami-Dade officer who struck a woman at an airport will be terminated, officials say

July 3, 2020 2:20 PM CNN

Termination proceedings have been initiated against a Miami-Dade police officer who struck a woman who he said struck him during an argument at Miami…

MLB cancels its 2020 All-Star Game

July 3, 2020 1:02 PM CNN

As the MLB season gears up for a late start this month, one thing will be missing: its annual All-Star Game. Major League Baseball made the…

Turkey convicts human rights activists on terror charges

July 3, 2020 11:06 AM CNN

A Turkish court sentenced four Amnesty International activists to between two and six years in prison on terrorism charges in a high-profile trial…

2 Kansas City police officers shot in separate incidents

July 3, 2020 9:57 AM CNN

Two police officers in Kansas City, Missouri, were shot in separate incidents on Thursday that left one of them in critical condition. The officers…

Pfc. Vanessa Guillen bludgeoned to death on Army base, family attorney says

July 3, 2020 9:31 AM CNN

Fort Hood Pfc. Vanessa Guillen was bludgeoned to death with a hammer in the armory room where she worked, an attorney for Guillen’s family said…