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Sen. Mitch McConnell has had phone conversations with several Republican leaders while hospitalized, according to spokespeople and ABC News.

A breaching whale accidentally struck and sank a fire crew’s rescue boat, causing it to sink. The fire crew was rescued without injuries, and experts suggested the incident was accidental, with the boat in the wrong place at the wrong time.

At least eight people, including four children, were shot in Coney Island, New York City, during the Independence Day holiday. The incident occurred late in the evening, with a woman reported to be in critical condition.

At least eight people, including four children, were shot in New York City’s Coney Island during the US Independence Day holiday. A woman was reported in critical condition, and police responded to the incident on West 31st Street in Brooklyn around 10:37pm.

ABC News was granted exclusive access to security preparations for large-scale celebrations in New York City and Washington, D.C. aimed at securing the Fourth of July.

As the U.S. celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, ABC News has located descendants of former presidents to discuss their legacies. The article highlights the historical significance of the anniversary and the perspectives of these descendants.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated democratic socialists can win elections nationwide, citing recent primary victories of endorsed candidates in New York. He defended his influence amid Democratic Party debates over its future, emphasizing a focus on working people and rejecting warnings from moderate Democrats about socialist policies.

Sen. Todd Young addressed an awkward moment with Sen. Mark Kelly during an ABC News interview, discussing pushback from President Trump over a video Kelly released with lawmakers advising servicemembers not to follow illegal orders. The video, released in November, was criticized by Trump.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his endorsed democratic socialist allies, who won recent Democratic primaries in New York congressional and state legislature races, claim their victories represent a 'national message' resonating with working Americans across the US. Mamdani asserts this shift signals a broader political change in Democratic politics.

Max Oseredchuk, a former ABC News producer, was killed in a Russian drone attack while serving in Ukraine's military. The attack occurred during his active service in the region.

Luigi Mangione's defense team discussed a plea deal in a federal case. ABC News sources indicated negotiations stopped without clarity on how close an agreement was.

Luigi Mangione's defense team discussed a plea deal in a federal case, according to ABC News sources. It was not clear how close the two sides came to an agreement before negotiations stopped.

Luigi Mangione's defense team discussed a plea deal in a federal case, but negotiations stopped without clarity on how close the two sides came to an agreement.

Luigi Mangione's defense team discussed a plea deal in a federal case, but negotiations stopped without clarity on how close an agreement was reached.

Trump's acting intelligence chief, Bill Pulte, fired dozens of staff members, including political appointees tied to former director Tulsi Gabbard. The firings occurred less than a week after Pulte's appointment following Gabbard's departure. Cuts at the National Terrorism Center are expected to be significant.

Several staff members were fired from the US office of the director of national intelligence after Bill Pulte was appointed acting director following Tulsi Gabbard's departure. CNN and ABC News reported the firings targeted political appointees linked to Gabbard and included cuts to the National Terrorism Center.

Trump threatens to sue ABC News over 'false reporting' on vandalism at the Reflecting Pool. He states, 'I like their money', suggesting continued business interest despite the dispute.

President Donald Trump's acting Director of National Intelligence has started firing personnel at the agency, according to sources cited by ABC News.

Susan Rice criticized President Trump's 14-point Iran MOU as 'flimsy' and a 'very bad outcome,' arguing it provided excessive concessions. She described the agreement as 'egregious' during an interview with ABC News's Jonathan Karl.

Retail Secret Shopper, in conjunction with CRA ratings, offers paid secret shopping assignments for retail stores like Walmart and grocery stores. Participants receive $700 for a 30-minute survey, no fees or experience required, and can keep their purchases. The company claims to provide free training and has partnerships with major brands.

The Air Force's basic training facility in San Antonio, Texas, is experiencing a flu outbreak with at least 159 cases, according to two sources cited by ABC News.

A neurologist discusses how a sports team's victory benefits fans' brains. ABC News' Danny New reports on the topic.

A Seattle baker's business has grown significantly on social media after his children began narrating his baking videos. ABC News' Danny New interviewed the baker about the viral trend.

Two workers were shot inside Wilmington Hospital in Delaware by a hospital employee. The gunman is currently at large, according to law enforcement officials.

The US refused to share the text of its memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran with Israel, according to reports. The agreement, signed digitally by the US and Iran, extends a ceasefire for 60 days and reopens the Strait of Hormuz, but its details remain unclear to Israel. US officials, including Vice President JD Vance, have defended the MOU publicly.

CBS News announced that Josh Boswell and Cho Park will join the network's I-Team. The hires follow Bari Weiss's efforts to recruit talent from Daily Mail and ABC News as part of an accelerating CBS overhaul.

Dr. Darien Sutton of ABC News highlights a critical health screening that many men avoid, emphasizing its potential to save lives as National Men's Health Week begins.

The Los Angeles mayor’s race has revealed California’s vote-counting system as the worst in the nation, with Nate Silver, a former ABC News election analyst, describing it as 'insane' and uncommon globally.

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz stated on ABC News' 'This Week' that the U.S. and Iran are close to finalizing a framework peace deal by Sunday.

DHS agents visited the offices of several Washington, D.C.-area nonprofit groups that provide legal services to unaccompanied migrant children, the groups told ABC News.

Israel's Likud party announced that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu intends to run in the upcoming election following comments from US President Donald Trump. Trump questioned whether Netanyahu wants to continue as prime minister, while Likud stated Netanyahu will 'win, God willing.'

Netanyahu will seek re-election, his Likud Party announced after Trump expressed doubts. The election must be held by October.

Graham Platner is projected to become Maine’s Senate nominee, according to ABC News. The projection highlights his expected victory in the Democratic Senate race.

Daniel Crago survived a rare grizzly bear attack in Glacier National Park, enduring three surgeries and recovering while expressing gratitude for his survival. The incident occurred as the bear charged him across a snow field in Montana.

Two U.S. Army soldiers were rescued after their AH-64 Apache helicopter crashed near the coast of Oman. The crew was rescued by American forces within two hours and is in stable condition. The cause of the incident is under investigation, and the rescue involved U.S. Navy assets, the 82nd Airborne Division, and possible use of an unmanned surface vessel.

ABC managing director Hugh Marks confirmed the broadcaster secretly engaged a recruitment firm to find a replacement for news director Justin Stevens without his knowledge. The move followed disagreements over the direction of ABC News, with Marks stating they 'couldn’t get agreement on the way forward'.

A woman's dog and cat became best friends after an illness altered their relationship. ABC News' Danny New reported on the unexpected bond between the pets.

Five people were stabbed at New York City's Penn Station by a homeless man on Sunday evening. The suspect is in custody, according to sources cited by ABC News.

Karen Read claims her lawsuit is a 'crusade' to expose corruption, bigotry, and misogyny in two Massachusetts police departments that she alleges framed her for murder. She made these statements to ABC News.

A new discovery related to lung cancer may help doctors predict and prevent the disease. ABC News' Dr. Tara Narula highlights this development as a potential aid in combating the world's deadliest cancer.