Stories from United States

The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for Hempstead, Lafayette, and Nevada in Arkansas. A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Bodcaw at 12:24 AM CDT.

Authorities are investigating a suspect arrested near a White House Correspondents Dinner site regarding potential premeditated intent. Trump described the incident as but praised the Secret Service and law enforcement for their actions. Donald Trump was exfiltrated from the venue and guests were forced to hide under tables during the panic. President Trump and several government officials were moved to safety following gunfire at a White House Correspondents Club dinner held at a hotel. The suspect used a shotgun, a handgun, and several knives during the attack at the Hilton Hotel. Donald Trump stated on Truth Social that the suspect was found in possession of numerous weapons. A Secret Service agent was shot during an incident involving an individual from California. Investigators believe the perpetrator may have acted alone, though this remains unconfirmed.

A severe storm produced a tornado in North Texas, resulting in one reported fatality near Springtown. The storm originated in Wichita Falls at approximately 4:30 PM and moved southeast at five miles per hour for four hours. The system reached Jack and Wise counties around 8:30 PM or 9:00 PM. Meteorologists noted high velocities during the event. An EF2 tornado struck the area around Springtown, Texas.

Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert reported that the Secret Service has not received funding for 70 days. This lack of funding is linked to a government shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security. The funding gap remains a major point of contention between Democrats and Republicans in Congress. This development follows a recent assassination attempt on the US President.

Two suspects were taken into custody following a vehicle hijacking on the southbound Dan Ryan expressway near 75th Street in Cicero. The pursuit concluded with a crash near 130th Street. One individual in a separate vehicle was transported to a hospital with injuries that have not been specified.

31-year-old Cole Thomas Allen of Torrance, California, was apprehended following gunfire at the Washington Hilton. Trump stated on social media that the shooter has been caught and indicated the event would not deter his political goals. An armed man attempted to storm a reporters' association dinner at the Washington Hilton Hotel. Donald Trump, his wife, and cabinet members including Marco Rubio and Robert F. Over 2,600 guests reportedly dove for cover during the shooting. One Secret Service agent was wounded during the encounter. The incident involved a shooter attempting to penetrate the establishment, leading to the President's evacuation. Washington police officials stated it is too early to determine the aggressor's specific motivation or intended target. Trump described the individual as a potential assassin during a subsequent press conference at the White House.

OpenAI is collaborating with mental health clinicians to improve ChatGPT training. The company aims to enhance the model's ability to recognize and respond to users experiencing psychological distress. This follows reports of individuals experiencing trauma from AI interactions. One user reported needing medical consultation due to the impact of the technology.

An individual reported being in physical danger from a group sent by XAI. An individual reported experiencing a psychological crisis and psychosis they believe was triggered by AI technology. The person stated their family staged an intervention in mid-to-late June by removing all technology and locking AI applications on their phone. Family members removed all technology and locked AI applications on the individual's phone. They began ebbing out of the delusional state in September after joining a support group called the Human Line Project. The recovery process took approximately one month to reach full stability. The individual stated the experience was overwhelming and necessitated seeking medical consultation.

The S&P 500 index recorded one of its largest daily increases since World War II, rising 5% to reach a cumulative 9% gain. The S&P 500 index achieved a weekly gain of 0.9% during the week ending May 3, 2026. Market gains were driven by tech shares following a solid outlook from Apple. crude prices fell following reports that Tehran delivered a new proposal to Washington. The S&P 500 index reached a new record high, trading at 7,360. The index rose by 1.4% during the session. This movement occurs amid discussions regarding labor market trends and declining immigration levels. Nomura analyst David Seif provided commentary on the market conditions. The index is currently trading at 7360, representing a 1.4% increase. equities closed at a new record high approximately 35 minutes prior to the broadcast. The report noted the market's performance within the broader landscape of public markets.

Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are involved in concurrent legal proceedings. A technology correspondent is reporting from San Francisco on the proceedings. Musk claims the mission was intended to develop AI for the benefit of humanity and that Altman enriched himself during the transition. Musk alleges he and other investors were misled into funding an altruistic non-profit that eventually shifted influence to its for-profit wing. OpenAI dropped its non-profit status last year, though the company stated it is not yet a profitable entity. Witnesses and document disclosures are expected to provide details on how the company has changed over the last 10 years. OpenAI is reportedly preparing for a near trillion-dollar IPO later this year. Musk left the company in 2018.