Stories from United States

The FBI has led an investigation into an assault of an individual named Savannah in St. Paul, Minnesota. The investigation resulted in federal charges against the individuals involved in the assault. Officials stated the FBI would find those responsible for such actions.

Artificial intelligence investments contributed to half of the United States' 2 percent GDP growth during the first quarter. The growth was driven by investments in the AI sector between January and March.

Thousands of marchers are scheduled to hold May Day rallies across Washington state tomorrow. Rallies are planned for Seattle, Vancouver, and Yakima. The Seattle event is set to begin at noon at Cal Anderson Park on Capitol Hill. Organizer Melissa Rubio stated the focus is to send a message against ICE and the Trump administration's deportation policies. Thousands of protesters plan to march through streets in Seattle, Vancouver, and Yakima tomorrow for the Mayday rallies. Last year, more than one thousand people participated in the Seattle event.

Donald Trump has declared various cartels as terrorist organizations since beginning his second term. This move has significantly complicated relations between the United States and Mexico. The source noted that these actions have made bilateral relations very difficult. The White House also ratified the designation of fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction. These policy stances were previously decreed by the Trump administration. President Donald Trump signed a new national counter-terrorism strategy on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. This signing occurs on the eve of a meeting between Trump and President Lula at the White House. Combating organized crime is expected to be a primary theme of the upcoming meeting.

A 26-year-old individual overdosed at a Motel 6 in unincorporated Everett on Tuesday. The overdose left three children alone in a hotel room. The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office reported the discovery of the children via Facebook.

The U.S. Drought Monitor reports that 37% of Massachusetts is now under moderate drought conditions. This is an increase from 26% recorded one week ago. Affected areas include Boston, the North Shore, the Merrimack Valley, the Cape, and the Islands. The National Weather Service noted that 1.3 inches of rain has fallen so far this month, which is two inches below the average. Moderate drought conditions now cover 37% of Massachusetts, according to the U.S.

The city of Quincy has reached an agreement to purchase the former campus of Eastern Nazarene College for $21 million. The school shut down last May. The deal follows the institution's closure. The acquisition follows the school's closure last year.

The partner of an officer who survived a shooting is showing signs of improvement in the hospital. The officer's partner was reportedly able to breathe on his own for periods of time, according to the fraternal order of police.

Former employees from Microsoft, Electronic Arts, and Ubisoft have joined forces to launch a new development studio named Project-S.

United States President Barack Obama and Cuban President Raul Castro are scheduled to make simultaneous televised announcements regarding changes to the relationship between the United States and Cuba.