Stories from United States

The White House published an image depicting U.S. President Donald Trump as the character from the serial Mandalorian. This was released on May 4th, known as Star Wars Day.

Prosecutors say Michael Janice trafficked cocaine, MDMA, and other drugs using social media and the mail. He also possessed over 30 guns, Glock switches, and thousands of rounds of ammunition. A survey from the Association of Washington Business indicates nearly one in four Washington businesses are considering leaving the state due to economic concerns. Chris Johnson, president and CEO of the Association, described the situation as a "911 emergency for our state's economy." Nearly 25 percent of employers in Washington are considering relocating their businesses out of state. A new poll indicates that higher taxes are the primary reason cited by businesses for this potential move.

The City of Evanston will provide direct financial assistance to 102 qualifying families to help meet basic needs. Recipients will receive $500 per month for a duration of six months.

Civil rights groups intend to maintain a presence at the Alabama statehouse during legislative debates regarding changes to the state's congressional districts. The report was filed from Montgomery by NPR News' Debbie Elliott.

Candidate Brown raised $12.5 million during the first fundraising quarter of his campaign. Brown is running against appointed senator John Huested in an increasingly close race. The contest is described as a key race for Democrats seeking to regain political influence.

Actress Cameron Diaz and Good Charlotte artist Benji Madden are celebrating the birth of their third child, a son named Nodis Madden. He joins older siblings Radix and Card.

A crash involving a semi-truck and a Ford sedan occurred near the Mill Road overpass before 3:55 AM. The accident has caused traffic congestion on the outbound side of the Eisenhower Expressway.

A campaign sign for Prince George's County Executive candidate Holmes was vandalized in Bowie at the intersection of Annapolis Road and Superior Lane. The sign had a swastika placed over the candidate's face using blue painter's tape.

A passenger reported that their Spirit Airlines flight was canceled after they woke up on February 2nd, causing immediate anxiety.

Parts of North Florida are facing an exceptional drought. Hydrology professor Ming Yi from Florida State University stated that municipal wells rely on a deeper aquifer that functions like a sponge.