Alert for active shooter at Villanova University later revealed to be a hoax

The active shooter situation that saw dozens of law enforcement officials responding to an alert from Villanova University was later deemed a hoax, according to officials. Police responded after Villanova University issued a warning for an active
Appeals court throws out $500M civil fraud judgment against Trump

A New York appeals court threw out the $500M judgment against President Donald Trump stemming from NY Attorney General Letitia James’ business fraud case against Trump and his business. Trump, 78, was found to have fraudulently inflated
A long-journeying bird connects lakes in California and Argentina — and two communities

A bird called the Wilson’s phalarope journeys between California’s Mono Lake and Argentina. The birds have inspired close connections between scientists and students.
Lawsuit alleges Edison hid its role in 2019 Sylmar wildfire

Southern California Edison didn’t tell L.A. fire investigators about the failure of its transmission equipment, which happened minutes before deadly 2019 wildfire in Sylmar.
Arellano: In Orange County, Black Catholic men have a club of their own

In Orange County, the tiny Black population is spread out, meaning there’s no parish where Black Catholics regularly gather.
Overnight lines and hours-long wait time at Washington state’s first In-N-Out

Like any typical In-N-Out Burger grand opening, the new location drew hundreds of customers. Some in Ridgefield, Wash., began to line up overnight in the drive-through.
Immigration to U.S. declines for first time in 50 years amid Trump crackdown, study shows

The number of immigrants arriving in the U.S. has dropped for the first time in 50 years. Trump policies played a big role, experts say.
Love it or hate it? Poll shows how Californians feel about Newsom’s redistricting fight with Trump
The high-stakes fight over political boundaries could shape control of the U.S. House – and determine Gov. Gavin Newsom’s political future.
The plague is so 14th century. Here’s why — and how much — we should worry today
The plague sounds like a distant threat, but a small number of serious cases of the disease occur every year. Experts explain why it persists.
A Vegas company wants to build a glamping resort near Joshua Tree National Park. Locals sued

Twentynine Palms faces a lawsuit over Ofland hotel, a planned luxury resort. Opponents say the project did not adequately assess potential harms to wildlife.