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Newsom seeks to shield California elections from federal interference
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation that aims to shield California elections from federal interference ahead of the state's primary next week
Citing 'severe' math deficits, UC faculty demand a return to SAT tests for STEM applicants
Hundreds of University of California professors are urging the system to reinstate the SAT or ACT requirement for STEM majors by 2027, saying that the test-optional policy has created a widening preparation gap that threatens the value of UC science, technology, engineering and math degrees.
Former CIA officer allegedly defrauded US by lying about his credentials: Complaint
The former government officer, David Rush, has been charged with theft of public money, according to a complaint filed in the Eastern District of Virginia.
ICE agent who killed L.A. man allegedly threatened criminal charges over being identified
Brian Palacios, the federal immigration agent who fatally shot a Los Angeles man while off duty on New Year's Eve, allegedly threatened to have the person he suspected of leaking his name to the public criminally prosecuted, according to a court filing and an audio recording reviewed by The Times.
Buffalo prepares to see first cruise tourists in decades
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The first-ever modern Great Lakes cruise ship is set to arrive in Buffalo in roughly 24 hours, packed with dozens of passengers, some of whom will be visiting the Queen City for the very first time. While the new and official cruise ship terminal won't be operational at Buffalo's Outer Harbor until [...]
Iran live updates: US conducts new airstrikes in southern Iran, US official says
President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.
May 27, 2026
43North startup competition to end in October
Taste of Buffalo announces participating restaurants for 2026
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Taste of Buffalo on Wednesday announced the participants for this year's festival, which will be held in downtown Buffalo on July 11 and July 12. A total of 42 restaurants will be participating, with 13 taking part in the festival for the first time. "The culinary scene is one of [...]
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. captures pair of snakes in viral video
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared a video of himself capturing two snakes at a home belonging to CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz.
Outer Harbor Terminal B summer concert lineup unveiled
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Alternative rock band CAKE and post-punk Canadian rockers Alexisonfire highlight this summer's lineup for the Outer Harbor Live Concert Series at Terminal B, which was announced on Wednesday. Other highlights include Ashanti and Trey Songz, rapper Rick Ross, and the debut of the Country Rising Festival. Arkells will also return to [...]
WATCH: NASA unveils $20 billion, 3-phase moon plan
ABC News contributor and astrophysicist Hakeem Oluseyi discussed NASA's plan to establish a settlement on the lunar surface.
WATCH: Dog sets off gun injuring woman in the arm
A dog left alone in a truck apparently set off a shotgun shooting a woman in the arm outside a store. ABC News' legal contributor Brian Buckmire has the details.
Ranch seasoning sold at Walmart recalled due to salmonella risk
A ranch seasoning sold at Walmart has been recalled due to salmonella risk, according to authorities.
May 28, 2026