Stories from April 20, 2026

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A preschool classroom in Louisiana is affected by loss following a mass killing.

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President Trump signed an executive order to expand psychedelic research for mental health treatment.

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The House is preparing for rare votes to potentially expel Representatives Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick and Cory Mills.

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Space Force canceled its contract with RTX for the next-gen GPS ground system due to technical issues and delays.

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A scientist expressed irritation with a lab colleague accused in a poisoning attempt.

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A grieving son plans to witness the execution of his mother's killer, seeking closure and accountability.

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The U.S. asked Brazil's security attache to leave the country, signaling diplomatic strain.

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The Russian interior minister has arrived in North Korea for talks, signifying high-level engagement.

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Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is leaving President Trump's Cabinet due to abuse of power allegations.

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California accuses Amazon of pressuring retailers to boost prices on their websites.

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President Trump invoked a Cold War-era law to boost domestic motor fuel and electricity production.

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The US Air Force will extend the service life of the A-10 Warthog warplane until 2030.