More than 85 million people faced excessive heat warnings and advisories Sunday as an “extremely oppressive” heat wave wreaks havoc on the Northeast.
Author: Cady Stanton, USA TODAY
Uvalde school shooting report finds ‘systemic failures’ in law enforcement response
The report marks the first formal attempt to provide details into the Uvalde shooting as outrage has built over law enforcers’ delayed response.
What is Highland Park? Affluent Chicago suburb reeling after July 4th shooting is known for films, family community
Highland Park is known for its picturesque suburban homes and tree-lined streets. The area has been used for location shots in several films.
Jayland Walker bodycam footage: Policing experts say shooting video raises more questions
Experts told USA TODAY the videos on their own ultimately do not provide full clarity on key moments, including what led to the use of deadly force.
2022 hurricane season tracks behind the crazy pace of 2020, 2021. But it’s still early.
Early in the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season, the number of storms for the year is tracking behind 2021 and 2020 numbers.
Abortions in the US have increased for the first time in 30 years, new survey finds
Abortion rates had been falling steadily since a peak in 1981. But a new study from Guttmacher shows abortions actually increased from 2017 to 2020.
More than 1 in 4 LGBTQ college students consider dropping out because of mental health issues, survey finds
A vast majority of LGBTQ students reported their mental health status has negatively impacted some part of their college experience, survey finds.
What is the history behind Pride Month? How the LGBTQ celebration came to be
LGBTQ history and Pride celebrations are rooted in activism and protest. Here’s what you should know about Pride Month.
Study could be ‘missing link’ to better care for thousands of Gulf War veterans battling a mysterious illness
As Gulf War veterans continue to search for answers to their mystery symptoms, a new genetic study may help.
Tennessee, Florida tourists who died at Bahamas resort had sought treatment night before
Bahamas officials on Monday identified the two couples from Tennessee and Florida who fell ill last week at a resort, resulting in three deaths.