Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., announces he will not run for reelection

One day after he drew criticism from President Trump for opposing the party’s sweeping domestic policy package, Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., announced Sunday that he would not run for re-election. The decision opens up seat in battleground North Carolina that is expected to be one of the most hotly contested races of the 2026 midterms. …

Israeli military orders more evacuations as Pres. Trump calls for ceasefire in Gaza

Israel has ordered Palestinians to evacuate from parts of northern Gaza ahead of increased military action, with President Trump urging for the two sides to agree to a ceasefire deal that would potentially halt the fighting in the 20-month-long conflict in Gaza. People in neighbourhoods across Gaza City and Jabalia have been told to move …

Old Dominion to release new album ‘Barbara’

Old Dominion has announced the upcoming release of their sixth studio album, ‘Barbara.’ Lead singer Matthew Ramsey shares that the album is Old Dominion’s “most personal record ever’, and adds that “the thing about this crazy career, so many incredible things have happened, but so much life has also happened. We’ve had people pass away, …

Spike Lee shares trailer for ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ starring Denzel Washington, A$AP Rocky

Director Spike Lee has released the trailer for his new crime thriller“Highest 2 Lowest” starring Denzel Washington, A$AP Rocky, Jeffrey Wright, and Ilfenesh Hadera. The project marks the fifth time that Lee and Washington have collaborated on a feature film; they previously worked together on the projects: Mo’ Better Blues (1990), Malcolm X (1992), He …

NBC’S ‘MACY’S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS’ special to feature Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz and more

NBC will air ‘Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Special,’ hosted by Academy Award-winning actress/singer Ariana DeBose, live on Friday, July 4 from 8-10 pm ET on NBC, and simulcast live on Peacock. An hourlong encore presentation of the show will air at 10 pm on NBC. The show will feature a star-studded lineup of special …

NBC’S ‘MACY’S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS’ special to feature Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz and more

NBC will air ‘Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Special,’ hosted by Academy Award-winning actress/singer Ariana DeBose, live on Friday, July 4 from 8-10 pm ET on NBC, and simulcast live on Peacock. An hourlong encore presentation of the show will air at 10 pm on NBC. The show will feature a star-studded lineup of special …

Five people killed in passenger train collision with vehicle in Gary, Indiana

Five people were killed after a train hit their vehicle when the driver allegedly went around the crossing gate in Gary, Indiana. The incident took place just after 10 p.m. on Wednesday, near Highway 20 and Utah Street in Gary, Indiana, when a witness told Gary Police that the crossing gate for the oncoming South …

Supreme Court rules for South Carolina in effort to cut Planned Parenthood funding

On Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of South Carolina’s effort to cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood. The case centered on whether recipients of Medicaid, a joint federal and state health insurance program for low-income people, may sue to enforce a requirement under U.S. law that they may obtain medical assistance …

Willie Nelson’s ‘All-Star 4th of July Picnic’ to feature Bob Dylan, The Avett Brothers and more

Willie Nelson’s annual 4th of July Picnic will return to Austin, Texas this year, featuring live music from Nelson, Bob Dylan, The Avett Brothers, Asleep at the Wheel, The Mavericks, and Tami Neilson. Nelson shared: “I’m 92 years old and I’ll be there so you have no excuse. I look forward to bringing back my …

Grand Ole Opry to mark 100th anniversary with show at London’s Royal Albert Hall

As part of its 100th anniversary festivities, the Grand Ole Opry is set to make history with its first-ever live international broadcast. The legendary country music institution will take the stage at London’s renowned Royal Albert Hall on September 26 for a one-night-only event. The special performance, titled Grand Ole Opry: Live in London, will …