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May 23, 2026

Inspired by Jane Goodall, students build nurseries to reforest L.A.'s fire-scorched communities

Students traumatized by the 2025 fires are cultivating campus nurseries to reforest Southern California's fire-scarred landscapes, fulfilling an idea co-conceived by the late conservationist.

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May 23, 2026

6.0 magnitude earthquake detected off Hawaii coast

A 6.0 magnitude earthquake has hit south of Honaunau-Napoopoo, Hawaii, though the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports that there are no tsunami threats at this time.

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May 23, 2026

Dems' 2024 audit prompts mixed feelings towards DNC chair's leadership

Martin has faced criticism over the report, which was released this week.

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May 23, 2026

82 dead, 9 trapped in coal mine accident in northern China: State media

The accident occurred Friday night local time at the Liushenyu coal mine in Changzhi City, according to the Chinese state news agency Xinhua. 

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May 23, 2026

A night of fear, confusion as thousands flee their homes in O.C. amid chemical crisis

It was a night of anxiety and questions as people across a wide swath of central Orange County fled their homes due to the risk of a chemical explosion at a Garden Grove aerospace firm.

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May 23, 2026

A paranormal circus experience comes to Western New York

The Walden Galleria hosted the Paranormal Cirque Specter on Friday, bringing audiences traditional circus acts with a darker twist. Located just outside the mall, the show combines typical circus entertainment, including acrobats and illusionists, with elements of horror and paranormal creatures. The show's host Steve Copeland said he is excited to bring the experience to [...]

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May 22, 2026

Garden Grove chemical leak: Evacuations, closures, shelters

A failing tank in Garden Grove holding toxic chemicals has prompted major evacuations. Here's what you need to know.

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May 22, 2026

Concord man posthumously honored with Liberty Medal

A man from the town of Concord was posthumously awarded one of New York State's highest civilian honors on Friday after giving his life to save his family in January. Simon Lissner was posthumously awarded the New York State Senate Liberty Medal after saving his wife, daughter, and daughter's boyfriend from a fire that broke [...]

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May 22, 2026

WATCH: America Strong: Colorado firefighters rescue family's dog trapped under deck

Firefighters in Centennial, Colorado, rushed to help rescue a family's beloved Yorkshire terrier, Tank, that was trapped under a deck.

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May 22, 2026

WATCH: Nine students sent to hospital after school bus crash near Boston

Police say the bus was turning left when it was hit by a speeding car. The students are expected to be OK.

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May 22, 2026

Pratt raised nearly 10 times more in contributions than Bass in latest filing period

Pratt raised nearly 10 times as Bass — $2.72 million — in the last reporting period. Raman trails far behind both Pratt and Bass with less than $1 million.

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May 22, 2026

From haunted hayrides to court: Small-town dispute sparks costly legal battle

This is the second story in an ongoing series by News 4 Investigates on disputs in small towns with residents and businesses across Western New York. Part 1 was on the Niagara Pumpkin Farm's troubles with the Town of Lewiston. WILSON, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Town of Wilson’s ongoing legal battle with a popular Halloween [...]