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Members of the Kennedy family gather for funeral of Ethel Kennedy
Members of the Kennedy family gathered Monday for the funeral of Ethel Kennedy, the wife of Sen. Robert F
October 14, 2024Voters consider ban on forced labor aimed at protecting prisoners
California and Nevada voters will decide in November if they want to ban forced prison labor by removing language from their state constitutions rooted in the legacy of chattel slavery
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Investigators said the tree was “blown over by gusty winds."
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October 14
ABC News Live Prime: Monday, October 14, 2024
Harris and Trump battle it out in Pennsylvania; parents of Hamas hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin exclusive interview;
the legacy of the Pachucos.
October 14
October 14
By the Numbers: Indigenous Peoples' Day
Today is Indigenous Peoples' day, which is meant to honor the contributions of the Indigenous communities. Here is a look at the original people of the U.S. by the numbers.
October 14
October 14
A closer look at Celia Cruz as the first Afro-Latina minted on a US Quarter
ABC News' Stephanie Ramos reports on Cuban salsa sensation Celia Cruz becoming the first Afro-Latina minted on a U.S. quarter.
October 14
October 14
The legacy of the Pachucos
A new generation of Pachucos honors the movement started by young Mexican-Americans, who found a counterculture identity that turned their clothing, music and language into a form of rebellion.
October 14
October 14
Parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin describe their healing journey and lasting pride
ABC News' Matt Gutman speaks with the parents of late Hamas-held hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin to discuss their grief. The 23-year-old American-Israeli was murdered after nearly one year in captivity.
October 14
October 14
Ohio police officer 'attacked' by inflatable pumpkin
Ohio police responding to reports of a runaway pumpkin arrived to find a giant inflatable Halloween decoration blocking traffic.
October 14
October 14
2 giant pandas headed from China to the National Zoo in Washington DC
Zookeepers will welcome two giant pandas to their new home on Tuesday.
October 14
October 14
Trump and Harris campaign in Pennsylvania, polls show tight race
Plus, threats against FEMA workers impact recovery efforts in North Carolina and the U.S. is sending 100 troops to Israel.
October 14
October 14
FEMA workers face threats of violence
Former FEMA administrator Pete Gaynor discusses the alarming harassment marring relief efforts in the wake of Helene and Milton.
October 14
October 14
This is how long hunting season for black bears lasts in New Jersey
Bowhunters are now permitted to hunt black bears in the Garden State.
October 14
October 14
2nd arrest made in deadly home invasion where perpetrators posed as utility men
The sheriff said he believes the man's killing was "very targeted."
October 14
October 14
'It's impacting everybody': Florida mayor on hurricane cleanup
Sarasota Mayor Liz Alpert talks about ongoing cleanup efforts after Florida was hit by back to back hurricanes.
October 14
October 14
Phoenix police officers punch, taser deaf black man with cerebral palsy
Tyron McAlpin, who is deaf and has cerebral palsy is facing multiple charges after a pair of Phoenix police officers punched and tasered him.
October 14
October 14
Ex-officers seek acquittal of obstruction charge in Tyre Nichols beating death
Tadarrius Bean and Justin Smith pleaded not guilty and were convicted on Oct. 3.
October 14
October 14
Delphi double murder trial begins with jury selection
ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire breaks down the case, which has been the center of attention in Delphi, Indiana, and across the country.
October 14
October 14
United Cajun Navy on threats against FEMA workers
Brian Trascher, vice president of the United Cajun Navy, details threats against Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) employees responding to Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
October 14
October 14
Black bear hunting season begins in New Jersey
Bear hunting season has begun in New Jersey -- a controversial measure aimed to curb the population of nuisance black bears interacting with humans.
October 14
October 14
Pilot dead, 1 injured after small plane crash
The crash occurred on the 200 block of E. 66th Street in Savannah, Georgia, according to police.
October 14
October 14
Hispanic voters 'understand' Trump's stance on migrants: Campaign rep
ABC News political contributor Amanda Renteria and Trump campaign representative Alfonso Aguilar on how the issue of immigration is impacting the 2024 election.
October 14
October 14
Floridians 'gearing up' for rebuilding in wake of Helene, Milton
Pinellas County Public Information Officer Josh Boatwright says the cost of rebuilding efforts will be "enormous."
October 14
October 14
Trump’s rhetoric on migrants is ‘dangerous’: Immigration lawyer
Marielena Hincapié, former executive director of the National Immigration Law Center, calls the former president’s comments “a distraction” to voters.
October 14
October 14
National headlines from ABC News
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
October 14
October 14
Delphi double murder trial to begin: Everything you need to know about the case
An Indiana man is accused of killing Abby Williams and Libby German in 2017.
October 14
October 14
Delphi double murder trial to begin
Richard Allen is accused of killing two teenage girls while they hiked on a local trail in Delphi, Indiana, in 2017.
October 14
October 14
In Wisconsin, election officials push back against critics of drop boxes
"Wisconsin's used ballot boxes for decades and decades," an official said.
October 14
October 13
Pilot killed, passenger injured in small plane crash in Savannah, Georgia
No one on the ground was harmed, authorities said.
October 13
October 13
Man arrested with loaded guns near Trump's Coachella rally, sheriff says
The Secret Service said that the former president was not in danger.
October 13
October 13
Suspect captured in killing deputy who tried to help woman being battered
Deputy Brad McNew was remembered as "the epitome" of a law enforcement officer.
October 13
October 13
Biden tours hurricane-hit Florida, announces $612M in resiliency projects for state
The president is touring areas damaged by Helene and Milton.
October 13
October 13
Biden gives update after touring Hurricane Milton damage
President Joe Biden announced $612 million for six Department of Energy projects to help areas damaged by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.
October 13
October 13
T-Mobile executive explains Starlink deal to help hurricane recovery
Jon Freier, president of T-Mobile's U.S. Consumer Group, discusses efforts to maintain service during and after storms.
October 13
October 13
Head and hands found in freezer belong to 16-year-old girl last seen in 2005
Police said the circumstances surrounding the girl’s disappearance remain under investigation, as well as ongoing forensic testing of evidence.
October 13
October 13
Protecting Your Vote: In South Texas, the myth of noncitizen voting takes hold
How accusations of 'vote harvesting' made a Texas race a national spectacle.
October 13
October 13
When DEI is gone: A look at the fallout at one Texas university
Texas is one of about nine states with anti-DEI legislation in place.
October 13
October 12
1 dead, 9 injured after gunfire erupted near Tennessee State University: Police
At least one of the victims is a child, police said.
October 12
October 12
Husband of missing Texas woman arrested
Suzanne Clark Simpson has been missing since Monday, Oct. 7, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
October 12
October 12
North Carolina couple discusses road to recovery after Hurricane Helene
North Carolina couple Ciara and Jacob Painter join to discuss the road to recovery after Hurricane Helene tore through the western corner of the state.
October 12
October 12
Dangerous, record-breaking heat hits the West
The heat is impacting Phoenix to Austin to Little Rock, Arkansas.
October 12
October 12
1 dead, at least 12 injured in shooting at Oklahoma City party
The suspects are unknown at this time but several people have been detained.
October 12
October 12
Prosecutors deny leaking hotel video of Sean 'Diddy' Combs attack
ABC News legal contributor Meghann Cunniff discusses updates to the case against Sean “Diddy” Combs.
October 12
October 12
Floridians deal with the destruction left behind from Milton
The Rosen family’s Tampa home was severely damaged by both Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.
October 12
October 12
Urgent search underway for missing Broadway dancer: 'I want you home with me'
"Hamilton" dancer Zelig Williams was last seen in South Carolina on Oct. 3.
October 12
October 12
Florida is developing rapidly. Will climate change impede its growth?
Hurricanes Milton and Helene slammed Florida, leading to widespread damage.
October 12
October 12
1 dead, at least 12 injured in shooting at Oklahoma City party
The suspects are unknown at this time but several people have been detained.
October 12
October 12
Soldier who attempted to assist ISIS in killing US troops sentenced to 14 years
He was caught communicating by a covert operative posing as an ISIS supporter.
October 12
October 12
Latinos in Hollywood: Owning Our Destiny
Journalist John Quiñones speaks with Eva Longoria, Ramón Rodríguez, Gina Torres, Eugenio Derbez, John Leguizamo, Rita Moreno, Edward James Olmos and others exploring why Latino representation matters.
October 12
October 12
Head and hands found in Colorado freezer belong to 16-year-old girl last seen in 2005
There is no record that Amanda Overstreet was reported missing, police said.
October 12
October 11
ABC News Live Prime: Friday, October 11, 2024
Millions still without power in Florida two days after Hurricane Milton hit; growing number of Americans killed by extreme heat; Ella Bleu Travolta on channeling life experience into songwriting.
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