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Texas AG Paxton calls medical care for transgender children ‘a form of child abuse’

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has issued a new interpretation of state law concluding that gender-affirming health procedures for transgender youth constitute a form of child abuse.

Wisconsin restaurant worker shot in face over food order speaks out

A Wisconsin restaurant worker who was shot in the face over a dispute about an order last month says he thought he was going to die.

College student reportedly broke into tiger exhibit at Boston zoo

A Massachusetts college student was caught trying to break into the tiger exhibit at a Boston zoo Monday.

Florida doctor to plead guilty to killing father, will avoid prison

A Florida doctor who allegedly shot and killed his father has agreed to a plea deal that will place him on community control probation.

Utah police: Dad ordered 4-year-old son to shoot at officers at McDonald’s drive-thru

A 4-year-old fired a gun at officers Monday during a dispute at a McDonald's drive-thru in Midvale, Utah, according to police.

Police: Brigham Young University student causes explosion in dorm

A fire in a dorm kitchen at Brigham Young University caused "extensive damage" and displaced 22 residents Sunday afternoon, according to campus police.

D.C. Metro social media hacked

Two of the Metro's main Twitter accounts were hacked Monday morning, changing the @WMATA handle to "Blueface Da Bus" and posting explicit tweets.

Britney Spears planning tell-all book

Britney Spears has reached a book deal with publisher Simon and Schuster for a tell-all memoir. The deal is worth up to $15 million, according to The New York Post.

Chicago train robbery suspect turned in to police by mother: Report

The suspect in a robbery on a Chicago train was turned in to police after his mother recognized him in the press coverage of the incident, according to CBS Chicago.

U.S. Capitol Police to reinstall fence ahead of Biden’s State of the Union address: Report

Authorities are planning to reinstall fencing around the U.S. Capitol ahead of President Biden's first State of the Union address, according to Fox News.

FBI warns public of growing threat of ‘SIM swaps’

The FBI is warning about a rise in hackers targeting mobile carriers to access individuals' bank accounts.

Olivia Rodrigo to showcase the making of her ‘Sour’ album in new documentary

Olivia Rodrigo announced that a new documentary showing the making of her debut album "Sour," which finished as the third highest-selling album of 2021, will be available on Disney+ March 25.

Coroner: TikTok star Huey Haha’s death a suicide

TikTok star Huey Haha, whose real name is Hieu Minh Ngoc Ha, died by suicide, the Sacramento County Coroner's Office told People Magazine.

California considering establishing a pets’ Bill of Rights

A California lawmaker wants to extend the Bill of Rights to include cats and dogs.

Singer Kelly Clarkson changes her name

Singer Kelly Clarkson has filed paperwork to change her name to Kelly Brianne, according to court documents obtained by Us Weekly. The change follows Ms. Clarkson's divorce from music manager Brandon Blackstock.

Djokovic receives warm welcome in return to tennis

Novak Djokovic got a favorable reception from fans as he prepares to play in Dubai on Monday -- his first event in 2022.

Restaurant owner spends $750,000 on security for unruly diners

It's no secret that the restaurant industry has been hit hard by COVID. From dining restrictions and mask mandates to issues with the supply chain and inflation, it's a difficult time to be a restaurant owner.

Police: Oregon man assaults woman in shower after release from custody

Judge blocks release of records in Bob Saget’s death

A Florida judge granted the request of Bob Saget's family to block the release of records pertaining to the comedian's death last month.

Coast Guard searches for female cruise passenger who jumped overboard in Gulf of Mexico

The Coast Guard is searching for a female passenger on a Carnival cruise who went overboard Wednesday. The ship was en route to New Orleans from Cozumel, Mexico.