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Play of the Day: World Cup Goal on Nearly Out of Bounds Ball

The Play of the Day coming from World Cup action. Check out the goal that nearly wasn't!

Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Blocked Again

A second judge deals a blow to President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan.

Play of the Day: Team USA Advances to Next Round of World Cup

The play of the day and a win for the entire country! Team USA took on Iran Tuesday in a World Cup win or go home game.

What Hazards are Posed by Hawaii's Mauna Loa?

Lava is shooting 100 feet to 200 feet into the air as Hawaii's Mauna Loa, the world's largest active volcano, erupts for the first time in nearly 40 years.

Morning Brew: Mac & Cheese lawsuit

A woman from Florida is suing Kraft Heinz Foods for 5 million dollars over Mac & Cheese.

Hawaii’s Mauna Loa Starts to Erupt, Sending Ash Nearby

Hawaii’s Mauna Loa, the world’s largest active volcano, has started to erupt for the first time in nearly four decades, prompting volcanic ash and debris to fall nearby, authorities said Monday.

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Official: Organized Crime Likely Behind Celtic Gold Heist

A senior official in southern Germany said Wednesday that organized crime groups were likely behind the theft of a huge horde of ancient gold coins stolen from a museum this week.

Waitress Tries to Stop Dine-and-Dashers

Police in Ohio say a dangerous chase ensued over the weekend after a group of teenagers ran out on a bill at a local restaurant. A restaurant employee risked her life trying to stop the suspects, and her death-defying effort was caught on camera.

Taylor Swift Ticket Trouble Could Drive Political Engagement

Some of Taylor Swift’s fans want you to know three things: They’re not still 16, they have careers and resources and, right now, they’re angry. That’s a powerful political motivator, researchers say.

Reality TV's Chrisleys Get Hefty Sentences in Fraud Case

Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley were sentenced Monday to lengthy prison terms after being convicted earlier this year on charges including bank fraud and tax evasion.

Supreme Court Asked to Hear Dog Toy Dispute, But Will They Bite?

The company that makes Jack Daniel's is howling mad over a squeaking dog toy that parodies the whiskey's signature bottle. Now, the liquor company is barking at the door of the Supreme Court.

Leno Has Surgery for Burns From Car Fire, In Good Condition

Jay Leno underwent surgery for serious burns suffered when flames erupted as he worked on a vintage car and remains hospitalized for further treatment, the physician overseeing his care said Wednesday.

Happy Hygge! Scrabble Dictionary Adds Hundreds of Words

Here's the sitch, Scrabble stans. Your convos around the board are about to get more interesting with about 500 new words and variations added to the game's official dictionary.

Closest Known Black Hole To Earth Spotted By Astronomers

Astronomers have discovered the closest known black hole to Earth, just 1,600 light-years away.

In The Five States Without Lotteries, A Case of Powerball Envy

The third-largest lottery prize in U.S. history has people around the country clamoring for a chance to win. But in some of the five states without a lottery, envious bystanders are crossing state lines, hoping to get in on the action.

Wednesday Forecast with Homer the Dragon

The Charlotte Knights have a big announcement, and Homer the Dragon stopped by Rising to help Nicole with the forecast, and help Knights VP of Communications, Tommy Viola, share the news.