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• Exiled Iranian crown prince says he’s ready to lead Iran ‘as soon as the Islamic Republic falls’

  Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi says he's ready to lead Iran's transition as conflict enters third week and regime faces potential collapse.

• Kim Jong Un appears with teenage daughter at live-fire rocket test in North Korea

  Kim Jong Un's daughter joins him at missile test, fueling ongoing succession speculation as North Korea escalates weapons demonstrations amid regional tensions.

• Seahawks GM warns Washington’s new 'millionaire tax' could hurt free agent recruiting

  Seahawks general manager John Schneider pointed to Washington’s new income tax rate on millionaires, warning it could hinder the franchise’s ability to sign top NFL free agents.

• Headless, handless body found on New York road 56 years ago identified through DNA; killer remains unknown

  A DNA breakthrough identified a headless body found in New York 56 years ago as Clyde Coppage from Pennsylvania, but his killer still remains at large.

• Speech to US baseball team by Navy SEAL who killed Osama bin Laden prompts liberal backlash

  Robert J. O'Neill, a former Navy SEAL who killed Osama bin Laden, gave the U.S. baseball team a speech before its quarterfinal victory, sparking social media criticism and praise.

• Late Colts owner Jim Irsay’s memorabilia collection brings record prices at auction

  Late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay’s memorabilia collection far exceeded expectations at Christie’s, generating $93.6 million against initial auction estimates of $40 million.

• American flag raised, flies over US Embassy building in Venezuela for first time in 7 years

  The U.S. Embassy in Caracas raised the American flag for the first time in seven years, months after former President Nicolás Maduro's capture by U.S. forces.

• Sharon Osbourne tells Hollywood elites to save politics 'for your platform' when accepting awards

  Sharon Osbourne criticized artists giving political speeches at award shows, saying viewers need "relief" from world events on "The Osbournes Podcast."

• Son of British couple detained in Iran 'let down' by Starmer's leadership on parent's imprisonment amid war

  The son of British prisoners in Iran slammed U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's "non-existent" advocacy and urged President Donald Trump to remember prisoners during strikes on Iran.

• Caitlin Clark rejects Angel Reese high-five at FIBA World Cup qualifiers

  Caitlin Clark ignored Angel Reese's high-five gesture during Team USA's 91-48 victory over Puerto Rico in FIBA World Cup qualifiers, adding fuel to their rivalry.

• Brittany Aldean shows off green bikini in spring break beach photos with family

  Jason Aldean's wife Brittany shared vacation moments with their children, featuring beach time, family cuddles and spring break memories on Instagram.

• With dogs, dance and uncovered hair, Iranians defy 'unholy alliance' of socialists, radicals: ‘Hypocrites!’

  A Fox News investigation revealed 75 organizations supporting Iran's regime, including socialist groups allegedly funded by an American tech tycoon in Shanghai.

• Cigarette smoking in America plummets to historic single-digit low, new study finds

  U.S. adult smoking rates hit a historic low of 9.9% in 2024, marking the first time cigarette use dropped to single digits, but 25.2 million Americans still smoke.

• Zach Braff shuts down rumors he has an AI chatbot girlfriend: 'Please update all gossip sites'

  Zach Braff denies rumors he is dating an AI chatbot girlfriend on Instagram stories, calling claims false and asking gossip sites to update their coverage.

• WNBA faces critical deadline as ongoing collective bargaining talks threaten to disrupt schedule, commish says

  WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert and union Executive Director Terri Carmichael Jackson reported progress in contract talks but cautioned a deadline needs to be reached soon.

• Protesters torch Communist Party HQ in Cuba; video appears to capture gunfire

  Dramatic footage appears to show a protester on the ground after alleged gunfire as crowds attack the Communist Party building in Cuba, chanting "Freedom!" amid crisis.

• Some Iranian soccer players granted asylum by Australia chose to return home, local official says

  Three Iranian women's soccer players granted asylum in Australia are returning to Iran despite threats, according to former player Tina Kordrostami, who says families face intimidation.

• Trump-backed Potomac sewage cleanup complete after massive spill ahead of summer America250 celebrations

  Potomac River sewage spill repairs have been completed after President Donald Trump approved a federal disaster declaration allowing FEMA assistance.

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Search Continues for Missing 9-Year-Old

She is missing from the Florence, Kentucky area.

Canaan Boy Dies, Parents Injured When Tree Falls on Home During Storm

A Go Fund Me account has been set up to help the family

Suspension Bridge Road Closed To All Truck Traffic

The bridge section will remain open to all passenger vehicle traffic.

Former East Central Star Named NE10 Championship Most Outstanding Player

Hope Fox and the Southern Connecticut State Owls are a No. 1 seed heading into the DII Tourney.

SEI Hoops Stars Earn HBCA All-District Honors

Senior All-District players will be on the ballot for the All-Star Game in April.

Lawrenceburg Soccer Star Aubree Labazzo Commits to Edward Waters

Labazzo is heading to the Sunshine State.