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April 26

Judge suspects 2-year-old US citizen deported 'with no meaningful process'

The child was detained with her undocumented mother and sister.
April 26
FILE - U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers gather for a briefing before an enforcement operation, Jan. 27, 2025, in Silver Spring, Md.
April 25

ABC News Live Prime: Friday, April 25, 2025

California shipping exec warns of global economic slowdown amid China trade war; The long road to stardom for the NFL’s #1 draft pick; The national stories making headlines.
April 25
VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Friday, April 25, 2025
April 25

Georgia school investigating after segregation-era signs used in history lesson

The signs were not an approved part of the curriculum at the elementary school.
April 25
April 25

Virginia Giuffre, accuser of Epstein and Prince Andrew, dies by suicide: Family

She "was a fierce warrior in the fight against sexual abuse," her family said.
April 25
Virginia Roberts holds a photo of herself at age 16, when she says Palm Beach multimillionaire Jeffrey Epstein began abusing her sexually.
(Emily Michot/Miami Herald/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)
April 25

ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, April 25, 2025

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
April 25
VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, April 25, 2025
April 25

Attorney General Pam Bondi details arrest of Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi discusses the details behind the arrests of Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan and former New Mexico Doña Ana County Magistrate Judge Joel Cano.
April 25
VIDEO: Attorney General Pam Bondi details arrest of Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan
April 25

Hegseth makes unannounced trip to border amid scrutiny in Washington

Plus,Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in at least two separate meetings accused top-ranking military officers of leaking to the news media and threatened to polygraph them, ABC News confirmed.
April 25
VIDEO: Hegseth makes unannounced trip to border amid scrutiny in Washington
April 25

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to federal charges in CEO killing

One of the charges would make him eligible for the death penalty if convicted.
April 25
Luigi Mangione appears in court for a hearing, Feb. 21, 2025, in New York.
April 25

Drone video captures wildfires at state forest in Pennsylvania

The fires are burning through Michaux State Forest in Cumberland County.
April 25
The fires are burning through Michaux State Forest in Cumberland County.
April 25

Russian researcher at Harvard says she was 'shocked completely' at being detained

Kseniia Petrova is currently being held at a detention center in Louisiana.
April 25
An undated handout photo of Kseniia Petrova.
April 25

David Muir honored at TIME100 Gala, along with Demi Moore, Jalen Hurts and more

Muir was among the icons named in TIME's 100 most influential people of 2025.
April 25
David Muir attends the 2025 TIME100 Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center, April 24, 2025 in New York City.
April 25

Drone video captures wildfires at state forest in Pennsylvania

The fires are burning through Michaux State Forest in Cumberland County.
April 25
A fire burns in Thompson Hollow Fire in Cumberland County, PA, April 24, 2025.
April 25

Airshow pilot dies after experimental airplane crashes at Air Force base

Rob Holland, a full-time airshow pilot, was killed in the accident.
April 25
In this March 25, 2017, file photo, Rob Holland is taxiing an a MXS-RH during Los Angeles County Air Show at the William J Fox Airfield.
April 25

AG Bondi blasts judges accused of helping undocumented immigrants evade arrest

U.S. authorities arrested Judge Hannah Dugan and former Judge Joel Cano.
April 25
Attorney General Pam Bondi speaks with ABC News, Apr. 25, 2025.
April 25

Black man in Alabama dies 1 week after being shocked with stun gun during arrest

An Alabama man died on Tuesday, a week after he was shocked with a stun gun while being arrested, according to a statement from the Decatur Police Department.
April 25
An Alabama man died on Tuesday, a week after he was shocked with a stun gun while being arrested, according to a statement from the Decatur Police Department.
April 25

4 dead after dump truck driver strikes crew of utility workers: Police

Three workers were also injured, authorities said.
April 25
Three workers were also injured, authorities said.
April 25

4 dead after dump truck driver strikes crew of utility workers: Police

Three workers were also injured, authorities said.
April 25
Authorities say a dump truck struck and killed multiple utility workers in Eden, North Carolina, April 24, 2025.
April 25

IDF investigation finds Israeli tank fire responsible for death of UN staffer

Five United Nations staffers were also injured from damage during the strike.
April 25
The Israeli army continues its military activity with tanks while some Israeli soldiers hold Talmudic rituals at the border line in the Gaza Strip on April 3, 2025.
April 25

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty in federal case

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to a four-count indictment charging him in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson during his arraignment in New York federal court on Friday.
April 25
VIDEO: Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty in federal case
April 25

Karen Read trial jury heads to scene of victim’s death

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire discusses what the prosecution hopes to achieve by having the jury visit the home where John O’Keefe’s body was found.
April 25
VIDEO: Karen Read trial jury heads to scene of victim’s death
April 25

Americans divided on Trump's immigration policies: POLL

Americans hold mixed views on President Donald Trump's immigration policies, according to a ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll.
April 25
Americans hold mixed views on President Donald Trump's immigration policies, according to a ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll.
April 25

Judge arrested for allegedly helping undocumented immigrant 'evade arrest'

Judge Hannah Dugan has been arrested by the FBI over allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant "evade arrest," FBI Director Kash Patel said in a social media post, which was then deleted.
April 25
VIDEO: Judge arrested for allegedly helping undocumented immigrant 'evade arrest'
April 25

George Santos gets maximum sentence possible in federal fraud case

He pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
April 25
Former Rep. George Santos arrives at federal court for sentencing, April 25, 2025, in Central Islip, N.Y.
April 25

Purdue University's Boilermaker Special mascot involved in deadly collision

The driver of a passenger vehicle died, authorities said.
April 25
In this Nov. 3, 2018, file photo, the Purdue University Boilermaker Special is seen on campus before the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana.
April 25

Judge allows Cassie video to be shown at Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial

Diddy's lawyers unsuccessfully argued the video was manipulated.
April 25
Rapper P. Diddy arrives at the 2018 Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills, Calif., on April 3, 2018.
April 25

Shein and Temu set to raise prices in response to tariffs

The companies announced the price hikes in response to Trump's tariffs.
April 25
The companies announced the price hikes in response to Trump's tariffs.
April 25

George Santos sentenced to over 7 years in federal fraud case

ABC News' Phil Lipof and legal contributor Brian Buckmire discuss the sentencing for the disgraced former congressman.
April 25
VIDEO: George Santos sentenced to over 7 years in federal fraud case
April 25

Communities are replanting trees after devastating wildfires

This Arbor Day, local organizations and arborists express the importance of planting trees after devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.
April 25
This Arbor Day, local organizations and arborists express the importance of planting trees after devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.
April 25

Pete Hegseth makes trip to southern border amid scrutiny in Washington

ABC News’ Luis Martinez reports on the surprise announcement made as the defense secretary faces new accusations of turmoil at the Pentagon.
April 25
VIDEO: Pete Hegseth makes trip to southern border amid scrutiny in Washington
April 25

Trump ‘frustrated’ with Putin: Time correspondent

Time magazine senior political correspondent Eric Cortellessa discusses his exclusive interview with President Donald Trump.
April 25
VIDEO: Trump ‘frustrated’ with Putin: Time correspondent
April 25

George Santos to be sentenced in federal fraud case

The former New York congressman faces a sentence of 75 to 87 months imprisonment, including a mandatory minimum two-year sentence for aggravated identity theft.
April 25
VIDEO: George Santos to be sentenced in federal fraud case
April 25

Alabama man dies after violent arrest

John Scott Jr. allegedly had a history of mental illness.
April 25
John Scott Jr. died after police officers arrested him following a call to 911 to deal with his alleged mental health issues.
April 25

National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
April 25
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
April 25

Trump claims '200' tariff deals, phone call with China's Xi in Time interview

President Trump told Time magazine trade negotiations would be 'finished" in 3-4 weeks. ABC News’ Rachel Scott reports.
April 25
VIDEO: Trump claims '200' tariff deals, phone call with China's Xi in Time interview
April 25

Arbor Day: How Los Angeles is replanting trees after devastating wildfires

"We want to rebuild from the direct empirical experience of the fire."
April 25
ABC News joined The Arbor Day Foundation and the Altadena nonprofit Amigos de los Rios to discuss replanting and preserving trees in the wake of the Eaton Fire.
April 25

Rwandan genocide leader arrested in the Hamptons

Faustin Nsabumukunzi, an alleged Rwandan genocide leader, was arrested in the Hamptons on immigration fraud charges.
April 25
Faustin Nsabumukunzi, an alleged Rwandan genocide leader, was arrested in the Hamptons on immigration fraud charges.
April 25

Airshow pilot dies after experimental airplane crashes at Air Force base

Rob Holland, a full-time airshow pilot, was killed in the accident at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia, according to his social media accounts.
April 25
Rob Holland, a full-time airshow pilot, was killed in the accident at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia, according to his social media accounts.
April 25

'Worst yet': Toxic algae bloom blamed for dolphin deaths

Marine animals are dying due to a toxic algae bloom now stretching up and down the California coast.
April 25
Marine animals are dying due to a toxic algae bloom now stretching up and down the California coast.
April 24

Idaho college killings: Judge refuses to rule out death penalty over autism diagnosis

Bryan Kohberger is charged with killing four college students in Idaho in 2022.
April 24
Bryan Kohberger is escorted into a courtroom for a hearing in Latah County District Court, Sept. 13, 2023, in Moscow, Idaho.
April 24

ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, April 24, 2025

President Donald Trump delivers message to Russian President Vladimir Putin; overwhelming crowds pay final respects to Pope Francis; how rocks can help cool the planet.
April 24
VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Friday, April 24, 2025
April 24

ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, April 24, 2025

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April 24
VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, April 24, 2025
April 24

The special bond between a Texas nun and the Pope

ABC News’ Mireya Villarreal reported on the story of Sister Norma Pimentel – a nun who Pope Francis once thanked for her work with migrant families in Texas – and the lasting bond between the two.
April 24
VIDEO: The special bond between a Texas nun and Pope Francis
April 24

How rock dust is used to fertilize farms, clean the air

ABC News’ Ginger Zee reports from North Carolina on how farmers are using rock dust to enrich soil and help remove carbon from the atmosphere to help reverse the effects of climate change.
April 24
VIDEO: How rock dust is used to fertilize farms, clean the air
April 24

Prosecutors seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione, saying he was provoking resistance

Mangione is expected to plead not guilty at his arraignment on Friday.
April 24
Luigi Mangione appears in court for a hearing, Feb. 21, 2025, in New York.
April 24

Immigration advocate nun makes journey to Pope Francis' funeral

Sister Norma Pimentel's work with migrants caught the pope's attention in 2015.
April 24
Sister Norma Pimental is shown during an interview with ABC News.
April 24

This is how bad the toxic algae blooms have gotten in Southern California

Domoic acid is the toxin responsible for killing hundreds of marine mammals.
April 24
A stranded California sea lion suffering from suspected domoic acid poisoning is rescued by CIMWI (Channel Islands Marine & Wildlife Institute) volunteers, March 27, 2025, in Oxnard, California.
April 24

Witnesses testify in 3rd day of Karen Read retrial

ABC News legal contributor Channa Lloyd delivers the latest from day three of Karen Read’s murder retrial.
April 24
VIDEO: Witnesses testify in 3rd day of Karen Read retrial
April 24

DOJ giving migrants 'no less than 12 hours' to say they intend to contest AEA removal

Otherwise, "ICE may proceed with the removal," an ICE official said in a filing.
April 24
U.S. military personnel escort alleged members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua and the MS-13 gang recently deported by the U.S. government to be imprisoned in the CECOT prison, April 12, 2025.
April 24

ICE did not have warrant when agents detained Mahmoud Khalil: Court filing

Government lawyers cited "exigent circumstances" during the arrest.
April 24
Mahmoud Khalil is seen at a pro-Palestinian protest encampment on the Columbia University campus in New York, April 29, 2024.
April 24

Teenager charged with starting massive New Jersey wildfire

A 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of starting a massive New Jersey wildfire that has consumed 13,000 acres, authorities said. ABC News’ Trevor Ault reports.
April 24
VIDEO: Teenager charged with starting massive New Jersey wildfire