House, Senate Republicans clash over mammoth Trump budget bill seeking $1.5T in cuts

Tom Cruise paid tribute to Val Kilmer at CinemaCon while presenting footage from "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning." Cruise honored Kilmer's work and expressed gratitude for their collaboration in "Top Gun: Maverick," before asking for a moment of silence for the late actor. Kilmer, known for roles in "Batman Forever" and "Tombstone," died at 65 from pneumonia, leaving behind a legacy of impactful performances and a lasting friendship with Cruise. Full Article

Hunter Metcalf, the twin brother of the 17-year-old high school football star Austin Metcalf who was fatally stabbed at a Texas track meet, revealed that they didn't know the murder suspect, Karmelo Anthony, who allegedly attacked Austin in a violent outburst over a seating dispute that lasted under 30 seconds. The tragic incident occurred during the UIL District 11-5A championship track meet in Frisco, Texas, leading to Karmelo Anthony's arrest and charge with first-degree murder...

A new study published in Science suggests that wild bonobos in the African rainforest can combine different calls to construct phrases with modified meanings, challenging the idea that only humans possess this ability. Researchers spent months recording bonobo vocalizations and found instances where calls conveyed messages like "I'm feeding" or "Let's build a nest." This discovery sheds light on the evolutionary origins of language, as bonobos and chimpanzees, humanity's closest genetic relatives, may have shared...

Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas announces his candidacy for the 2026 Senate race in New Hampshire, emphasizing his populist theme and reputation as a fighter. Pappas criticizes the system, highlighting issues like Social Security cuts and Medicaid reductions, positioning himself as a candidate who listens to voters and takes on major challenges. As the first major contender to succeed retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, Pappas faces criticism from the National Republican Senatorial Committee for being out of...

On Wednesday, storm formation is expected to remain north of the area, with only a marginal risk for northern counties on Friday. However, on Saturday, all of Southeast Texas has the potential for severe storms, with eastern counties under an enhanced risk and the majority of the area under a slight risk. The threat includes large hail, damaging winds, and possible tornadoes. Full Article

A man was fatally shot in Venice Beach on Wednesday night near the Westminster Dog Park. The victim, a well-known homeless man, was trying to intervene in a couple's argument when he was shot. The Los Angeles Police Department is searching for the shooter, with no arrests made yet. Full Article