Stories from United States

Chevron has paid a record $13 million in fines for oil spills. The spills occurred in San Ramon. The settlement resolves claims related to spills in the San Francisco Bay area. This is the largest penalty ever imposed for oil spills in the region.

A New York hospital system has received a subpoena concerning its provision of transgender healthcare for minors. The subpoena was issued as part of an investigation into these services. The subpoena is part of an ongoing investigation into gender-affirming care.

Lawmakers have requested more details about the cost of the war with Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Heg seth faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers regarding the Trump administration's budget request.

Two victims remain seriously injured following an incident in Boston. One individual appears to have relapsed on crack cocaine and was found with a semi-automatic rifle. The nature of the incident is currently under investigation.

A new survey from the Girl Scouts indicates that girls under 14 are utilizing AI for various tasks. These include assistance with homework and dating.

Prosecutors have stated that a tossed cigarette was the cause of a deadly fire in Manhattan. The fire occurred in the Inwood neighborhood of New York City. Fire officials confirmed the cause of the blaze.

The Tech Interactive has received a $1.65 million grant from ASML to expand STEM access. The three-year grant will support Title I field trips and educational programs.

A three-year-old boy died following a hostage situation that concluded with an officer-involved shooting at a mobile home in Illinois. The circumstances surrounding the incident are under investigation.

A new report indicates that a percentage of U.S. parents feel concerned about the amount of time their children spend on devices. This sentiment is particularly prevalent among parents who do not have accountants and prefer simpler tax processes.

Pharmacal Issues has issued a nationwide recall for MG217 Multi-Symptom Treatment Cream and Skin Protectant Eczema Cream. The recall is due to microbial contamination found in the products.