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Trump signs executive order accelerating research into psychedelic drug therapies
President Donald Trump signed an executive Saturday that aims to accelerate research and approval of psychedelic-based therapies for conditions such as PTSD.
Iran live updates: Tehran reviewing US proposal as it reasserts control over strait
President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.
WATCH: Infant rescued in alleged abduction attempt
A baby was rescued during an alleged abduction attempt where a man led police on a high-speed chase before crashing into a church.
Lopez: She's a Hollywood housekeeper with a side job: cleaning the trashed streets of her own neighborhood
Frustrated by lack of city attention, an L.A. homeowner hired her housekeeper to help clean the neighborhood.
WATCH: 'Oldchellas' spread cheer
Seniors are sharing their advice at the Coachella music festival, calling themselves the “Oldchellas.” They are armed with wisdom as they hold up inspirational signs for festivalgoers.
California urges mpox vaccination after more-severe strain detected in San Francisco
California health officials are urging high-risk residents to get vaccinated against mpox after a potentially more-severe strain of the virus was detected for the first time in San Francisco.
Apr 18, 2026
Erie County investing $50M in infrastructure
Blood donors could score Sabres playoff tickets
CLARENCE, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Many Buffalo Sabres fans are eager to get tickets to see their team take the ice in the playoffs after 14 seasons without a playoff appearance. During April, ConnectLife has a way for fans to possibly win playoff tickets while also helping save lives. "It's 15 minutes in a chair, you're [...]
WATCH: Police save baby from alleged abuduction after high-speed chase
Authorities say the baby's father forcibly took the 2-month-old from the mother and led police on a high-speed chase.
Learning to fly from the ground up: Owl sighting in Redondo Beach sparks public service announcement
Fledgling owls have been spotted falling from the trees in Redondo Beach, prompting police to release a public service announcement video for residents.
WATCH: Sea lion pup rescued after wandering into San Francisco neighborhood
The San Francisco Police Department and the Marine Mammal Center rescued a sea lion pup that had wandered out of its usual habitat and found its way to a neighborhood multiple blocks inland.
WATCH: ‘Bike bus’ movement gains traction, drawing kids and celebrities
Founder Sam Balto explains how group rides to school are spreading globally, building community and attracting stars like Benson Boone and Justin Timberlake.
WATCH: Jill Biden bids $35,000 for guest role on ‘Heated Rivalry’
The former first lady raised her paddle at $35,000 at the LGBTQ Community Center’s annual Center Dinner Thursday night, but was quickly outbid.
Apr 18, 2026
NWS confirms second tornado in Cattaraugus County
Apr 18, 2026