Stories from United States

Caterpillar reported a 22 percent increase in revenue for the first quarter of 2026. The company noted that tariffs have negatively impacted its profit margins.

Hong Kong-born writer Liang Lizhi traveled to New York for the 21st PEN America Voice of the World Literary Festival.

Twenty-two people have been indicted in connection with an extortion ring. Among those indicted is James Geradimas.

Researchers with the New England Aquarium reported tracking 23 newborn right whale calves during the current birthing season. This figure represents the highest number of calves observed in more than a decade.

The Environmental Protection Agency is distributing approximately $80 million in grants across the United States.

The San Francisco Police Department is honoring several officers and community leaders for their work in supporting survivors and preventing violence. The recognition occurs during April, which is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Ukrainian President Zelensky has instructed representatives to travel to Washington to obtain details regarding a Russian ceasefire proposal. The proposal reportedly suggests a ceasefire date of May 9. The Kremlin previously claimed US President Trump was involved in the context of the proposal. The Kremlin stated that US President Trump discussed a limited truce with Vladimir Putin during a telephone call yesterday. The proposal is linked to the Russian commemoration of Victory Day. President Zelensky stated that Ukraine seeks to understand the specific details of the Russian proposal to ensure security for Moscow parades or maritime interests. Zelensky reiterated that Ukraine aims for peace and a definitive end to the war. He again proposed a long-term ceasefire to provide reliable security and establish lasting peace.

A 10-year-old was taken into custody after a vehicle slammed into a fire hydrant. Witnesses reported seeing what appeared to be a bobblehead or the top of a child's head behind the wheel. A 12-year-old passenger fled the scene on foot following the crash.

A 66-year-old man named Jim Jordan died Tuesday morning following a gunfight with law enforcement outside a home in Suncrest, located 30 minutes outside of Spokane. A Stevens County Sheriff's Deputy was wounded while responding to a home burglary and is expected to recover.

Federal forecasters are predicting an active fire season across much of the Western United States. The US Forest Service has not yet confirmed if it anticipates a fuel shortage for firefighting aircraft this year.