Olivianna Calmes

May 6

Missouri tests medical drones to speed up rural health care

A medical drone program in Missouri aims to speed up delivery of blood and lab samples, as rural patients face growing challenges accessing timely care.

April 24

Americans choosing to visit smaller towns over big cities as travel costs rise

Rising travel costs are influencing how Americans plan trips, with growing interest in smaller, lesser-known destinations across the country.

March 22

World Cup teams finalize US base camps as host cities prepare for global crowds

Cities across the U.S. are preparing World Cup base camps as teams finalize training sites and fans prepare to travel for the 2026 tournament.

March 8

Rare, historic US documents traveling country on 'Freedom Plane' ahead of America's 250th anniversary

The National Archives has launched a nationwide tour transporting rare founding-era documents to cities across the United States ahead of America’s 250th anniversary.

February 4

Attempted Trump assassin Ryan Routh is sentenced to life in prison, plus 7 years

Ryan Routh was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison plus seven years following his 2024 assassination attempt against then-presidential candidate Donald Trump.

January 21

World Cup demand sparks lodging scramble in Kansas City

Kansas City is ramping up preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, when the region will host six matches at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Hotels, short-term rentals and city officials are planning for an influx of visitors as the tournament approaches.

November 24

FAA scrambles to hire 8,900 air traffic controllers by 2028 as shortage reaches crisis levels

Air traffic controller shortage drives new FAA-approved Enhanced AT-CTI training at Middle Georgia State University, offering direct career path.

November 15

St Louis neighborhoods struggling to rebuild six months after tornado kills five

Six months after an EF-3 tornado devastated parts of St. Louis, many residents say they’re still waiting on repairs and assistance.

November 1

‘It’s scary’: SNAP recipients brace for fallout as benefits vanish during shutdown

The government shutdown has frozen SNAP funding for 42 million Americans. Food banks warn shelves are emptying fast as states struggle to fill the gap.

September 23

Trump golf club gunman found guilty after assassination attempt; tries to stab self in court

Jury reaches verdict in Ryan Routh trial for attempted assassination of Donald Trump at West Palm Beach golf club on September 15, 2024.

September 19

Prosecutors present final witness tying Ryan Routh to Trump's golf club and gun purchase

Ryan Routh left handwritten note confessing to assassination attempt on Donald Trump, FBI agent tells federal court in ongoing criminal trial.

September 19

Prosecutors to rest case in Trump assassination attempt trial, defense preps witnesses

Ryan Routh represents himself as prosecutors prepare to rest case in West Palm Beach golf club shooting trial

September 18

Explosives expert details devices as Trump attempted assassination trial nears close

Federal prosecutors present homemade device evidence and rifle testimony in Ryan Routh's trial for allegedly attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at his golf club.

September 18

Prosecutors to wrap Trump assassination attempt case as defense readies witnesses

Ryan Routh's federal assassination attempt trial features key evidence including a 'Dear World' letter offering $150,000 bounty and testimony from former associates.

September 17

Gun seller tells Ryan Routh: 'I heard of you threatening people' in tense courtroom exchange

Key witness tells jurors Ryan Routh bought semiautomatic rifle for Trump assassination attempt, claiming he needed it because his son faced intimidation.

September 17

Gun seller takes stand in Trump assassination attempt trial with key testimony about rifle purchase

Federal prosecutors call new witnesses, including the alleged rifle seller, in Ryan Routh's assassination attempt trial against President Donald Trump in Florida.

September 16

FBI phone extractions, DNA testimony headline Day 7 of Ryan Routh trial

Ryan Routh's assassination attempt trial continues with new digital forensic evidence that prosecutors say show anti-Trump messages and DNA results tying him to key items.

September 16

Trump assassination attempt trial continues with more FBI testimony after rifle called ‘prepared to fire’

Federal prosecutors are expected to continue presenting forensic evidence Tuesday in the case of Ryan Routh who is accused of plotting to kill President Donald Trump in 2024.

September 15

Ryan Routh’s SUV looked ‘lived in,’ filled with passports, phones and notes, FBI special agent testifies

Trial for man charged with allegedly trying to assassinate Trump continues as FBI agent testifies cluttered SUV containing phones, notes about Mexico flight and a .45-caliber cartridge casing.

September 15

Prosecution presses forward as Ryan Routh trial resumes on Day 6

Routh, representing himself, delivered a rambling opening last week cut short by the judge as prosecutors began laying out their case.

September 11

Secret Service agent details ‘textbook ambush,’ bizarre self-representation in Ryan Routh trial

Federal prosecutors say Ryan Routh came within seconds of assassinating Trump at his West Palm Beach golf course, as his trial opened with Secret Service agents' testimony Thursday.

July 4

Sewn with pride: Flag factory gears up for 250th anniversary of nation

American flags are made from start to finish at Allied Materials, a factory in Missouri. The process includes cutting dyed cotton, stitching the star field and assembling each element by hand.

March 21, 2025

Judge gives Mahmoud Khalil legal team more time to review immigration case

A judge granted Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil’s legal team more time to review his immigration case during a court hearing Friday in Louisiana.

December 15, 2024

Here's the Christmas town where Santa’s elves answer thousands of letters

Santa Claus, Indiana, is home to a beloved tradition in which volunteers, or "elves," respond to thousands of Christmas letters sent to Santa each year from children from all over.

November 16, 2024

Nursing students use virtual reality to enhance their skills: 'Brings fun to learning'

Nursing students at Goldfarb School of Nursing use virtual reality to practice clinical skills in a simulated environment, preparing for real-world health care challenges amid a growing shortage.

May 28, 2024

American farmers suffer as water crisis escalates near the border

A farmer in the Lower Rio Grande Valley describes the impact a lack of irrigation water is having on the region. He hopes to see water flowing in from Mexico soon.