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Evacuation orders issued for 40,000 people in California over explosion threat
Officials said Friday there is no active gas leak or plume, but that the tank is "actively in crisis" and is unable to be "secured."
Why a chemical explosion in Orange County could be so catastrophic
An "unprecedented" situation was taking hold in Orange County on Friday, as a chemical tank was at risk of spewing a highly toxic chemical that can cause severe respiratory distress and hospitalization, officials said.
'Housewives' star Erika Girardi settles $25-million lawsuit over money from husband's firm
Erika Girardi, a pop star who appeared on the reality show "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," faced a lawsuit that alleged she should have known her husband, Tom Girardi, was supporting her singing career with money diverted from his now-defunct law firm.
Tunnel to Towers pays the mortgage for a local family
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)--As we head into Memorial Day weekend, Tunnel to Towers is honoring 25 families of wounded veterans, first responders and military personnel who lost their lives. "We can't take away the pain and tragedy of someone's loss, but we can create goodness next to it and generate financial relief for people, and also [...]
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.
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 [...]
Sandy fire crew salvages family wedding ring amid Simi Valley ashes
Firefighters discovered some precious items after coming to the aid of a family whose home was destroyed by a fast-moving wildfire in Simi Valley this week.
Tulsi Gabbard resigning as director of national intelligence
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is resigning from her post, a source familiar confirms to ABC News.
Appeals court rejects Mahmoud Khalil's request for rehearing in detention case
The decision means Khalil must pursue his constitutional claims through the immigration appeals process after a final removal order.
Trump lashes out at Republicans amid revolt over $1.8B 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
President Trump attacked GOP Sen. Thom Tillis, calling him a "RINO" and a "quitter" as he appeared to acknowledge the ongoing revolt among some in his own party.
Erie County officials urge tick prevention as Memorial Day weekend begins
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- With many people expected to spend time outside this Memorial Day weekend, Erie County health officials are urging residents to take steps to protect themselves from ticks. The Erie County Department of Health says ticks are commonly found in wooded areas, tall grass and brush, and some can carry diseases like [...]
WATCH: This museum exhibit features Pokémon and real fossils
The "Pokémon Fossil Museum" exhibition at Chicago's Field Museum brings together the worlds of Pokémon and paleontology.
May 23, 2026