West

Utah December 10

Experienced hiker rescued after getting trapped in quicksand at Utah's Arches National Park

Seasoned hiker shares harrowing survival story after being stuck knee-deep in quicksand during freezing temperatures at the famous Utah national park.

Mitt Romney December 10

Cause of death confirmed for Mitt Romney's sister-in-law

Former Sen. Mitt Romney's sister-in-law Carrie Elizabeth Romney's death has been ruled a suicide by the Los Angeles County medical examiner Tuesday.

Texas December 10

Fugitive repeat offender keeps walking free as courts let him loose to hurt people, experts warn

Repeat offender with 30+ arrests continues getting bond in Texas despite California warrant. Carlos Rusi's case exposes criminal justice system failures.

Donald Trump December 10

Pro-Trump clerk convicted in 2020 election scheme threatened, attacked in prison, lawyer says

Colorado county clerk Tina Peters, convicted in a pro-Trump election denial scheme, has been attacked three times in prison, according to her lawyer.

Oregon December 10

New cockpit audio reveals chaos as off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot tried to shut engines off mid-flight

New cockpit audio reveals tense moments as former Alaska Airlines pilot on mushrooms tried shutting down engines mid-flight, forcing emergency Portland landing.

Infectious Disease December 9

Michigan man dies of rabies after receiving kidney from infected donor who saved kitten from skunk: CDC

A rare transplant-related rabies case in Ohio killed a patient after a donor was scratched by an infected skunk while saving a kitten, according to a CDC investigation.

Oregon December 9

Oregon teens who protested trans athlete at medal podium settle free speech lawsuit vs sports league

Former Oregon high school athletes Alexa Anderson and Reese Eckard reached an agreement with OSAA in their free speech lawsuit over protesting a transgender competitor.

Midterm Elections December 9

Jay Jones targeted as AGs urge national groups to deny membership over scandals: ‘Stain on our institution’

Montana AG Austin Knudsen leads effort against Virginia's Jay Jones after violent rhetoric toward political opponents and their children surfaces in texts.

Lifestyle December 9

Deadly bat disease fungus confirmed in key tourist destination as officials warn of impacts

Pseudogymnoascus destructans fungus confirmed in Nevada bats threatens wildlife conservation efforts as officials monitor for white-nose syndrome outbreak. Travelers are warned.

Media December 9

Washington swimmer takes on state government, says girls shouldn't be pressured to undress around boys

Washington state high school swimmer goes viral demanding protection for girls' sports and locker room safety at rally supporting new ballot initiatives.

Ohio December 9

Sherrod Brown pitches himself as blue-collar populist while raking in cash from Hollywood celebrities

Famed Hollywood liberals, including Aaron Sorkin, Will Ferrell, Jeff Bridges and Danny DeVito, have lined up to bankroll Sherrod Brown, undercutting his working-class brand in 2026.