Stories from United States

Secret Service agents responded to an incident at the intersection of 16th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. Local time reports indicate officers were involved, but no injuries to Donald Trump were reported. Details of the incident and the reason for Secret Service involvement are not yet public. Secret Service officers shot a suspect near the White House after he reportedly brandished a weapon. Court records show the suspect was armed. Further details about the nature of the incident are not yet available. Officials stated that an agent was involved and one bystander sustained injuries. The incident occurred nearly a month after an armed man attempted to attack a White House dinner. The Secret Service typically investigates threats to protected individuals. Details of the incident are scarce, but it is understood to involve a security-related matter.

A 1970 incident involving the disposal of a whale using dynamite in Florence, Oregon, has been recalled. The event is being discussed in the context of historical incidents.

Xcel Energy has announced a new partnership with the National Forest Foundation focused on wildfire mitigation and forest restoration efforts. This collaboration aims to address risks associated with wildfires.

The Digital Asset Market CLARITY Act has gained momentum, passing a bipartisan vote in the Senate Banking Committee. The bill is now expected to reach President Trump's desk.

A state of emergency has been declared in Southern California due to a chemical leak. Approximately 40,000 residents were ordered to evacuate due to the risk of a chemical tank exploding in Southern California. A home county in Southern California has declared a state of emergency and ordered over 50,000 evacuations due to the imminent failure of a toxic chemical tank. The tank contains methyl methacrylate, a chemical used in the production of acrylics. Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in Orange County, California. The declaration was made in response to a critical chemical threat in Garden Grove. California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency for a county southeast of Los Angeles due to an explosive chemical tank.

An oil industry observer stated that the oilmen and their extinctions will not stop until they are halted, drawing a parallel to the historical necessity of stopping whalers.

A lawsuit has been filed against YouTuber MrBeast by a woman who claims she was asked to join a meeting while in labor.

Chicago Fire FC secured their third consecutive victory with goals from Robin Lod and Andrew Gutman.

Researchers monitored fish exposed to cocaine for eight weeks, observing its effects on their behavior. A control group received no cocaine, serving as a baseline for comparison. Scientists noted that cocaine breaks down into metabolites within the fish. A global study found that fish react to cocaine and other substances, with potential impacts on wildlife. Researchers are investigating how these chemicals affect ecosystems and animal behavior. This research aims to understand the broader impact on aquatic ecosystems. The study is being conducted in Dover.

A building fire occurred in Pomona on May 23, 2026, at approximately 8:10 PM. A shelter in place order was issued for the area around Mission Blvd and E Grand Ave, urging residents to bring people and pets indoors. Residents are advised to bring all people and pets indoors. Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to a second alarm fire at a pallet yard on the 1300 block of E 9th Street in Pomona.