WTOL - Nation & World

'An absolute hero': Ohio woman dies saving grandson from oncoming vehicle

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:48:30 GMT

52-year-old Laura Hammond saved her grandson's life by tossing the boy out of the way of a car that ultimately hit and killed Hammond.

Bruce Campbell reveals cancer diagnosis

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:39:35 GMT

Campbell, known for his role as Ash Williams in the "Evil Dead" franchise, announced his diagnosis on Monday.

Dog treats recalled in 5 states over salmonella risk

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:21:41 GMT

No issues have been reported to date from the recalled treats, according to an FDA notice.

Congress debates an Iran conflict that is already underway

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:50:59 GMT

The U.S. Congress is about to launch a war powers debate over President Donald Trump's authority to bomb Iran under largely unusual circumstances.

As war in Mideast widens, US says attacks on Iran will last weeks and intensify

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:47:32 GMT

The Middle East faces escalating turmoil as the U.S. and Israel clash with Iran, igniting a conflict that threatens global oil supplies and regional stability.

Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:10:34 GMT

The order blocks for now a state law that bans automatic parental notification requirements if students change their pronouns or gender expression at school.

Bill Clinton tries to distance himself from Epstein in videos released from his testimony last week

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:01:46 GMT

The depositions from former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spanned hours over two days last week.

Nine people injured in shooting at Cincinnati concert venue

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:53:24 GMT

At least nine people were injured in a shooting at a music venue in Cincinnati, but police said their injuries are not considered life-threatening.

Top Iranian official says 'we will not negotiate with the United States'

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:52:55 GMT

Blasts across Iran rattled windows and sent plumes of smoke high into the sky above the capital city of Tehran on Sunday.

State Department urges Americans to leave Middle East countries

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:24:48 GMT

The warning came after the U.S. and Israel exchanged strikes with Iran.

US stocks erase sharp losses, while oil prices leap on worries about Iran conflict

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:10:22 GMT

Past military conflicts in the Middle East have not caused long-term drops for markets, but rising oil prices could have significant effects for a long time.

Todd Meadows, 'Deadliest Catch' deckhand, dies at 25

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:43:04 GMT

Capt. Rick Shelford said on Monday that Meadows' death is "the most tragic day in the history" of the boat.

Cause of death for Wu-Tang Clan founding member Oliver 'Power' Grant revealed

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:37:34 GMT

Grant, who died on Feb. 24, was an executive producer in the group's early recordings.

2 major streaming services plan to merge platforms

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:18:56 GMT

The head of Paramount Skydance said the combined streaming service would reach more than 200 million subscribers.

Savannah Guthrie and her sister return to their mother’s home in first sighting there since disappearance

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:52:15 GMT

The "Today" anchor, her sister and brother-in-law walked arm in arm down the driveway, laid down yellow flowers and embraced each other in a tearful scene.

Spring arrives with a vengeance: Record warmth expected across much of the U.S. this week

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:31:41 GMT

After a brutal winter, spring is coming in hot — literally.

US military says death toll from Iran operation has risen to 6

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:28:41 GMT

The military confirmed on Monday the deaths of three additional U.S. service members.

Trump's red neck caused by 'common skin cream,' White House says

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:58:12 GMT

Zoomed-in photos from at least as far back as Feb. 23 show visible redness on the president’s neck.

'Grey's Anatomy' star Eric Dane's cause of death confirmed

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:40:35 GMT

The star died on Feb. 19 and is survived by his wife and their two teen daughters.

Refunds tied to Trump's tariffs won't be paused, federal court rules

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:16:28 GMT

Trump’s Justice Department urged the Federal Circuit to proceed cautiously and hold off on a ruling for 90 days, but the judges refused.

Owner of Texas bar attacked during mass shooting releases statement

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:07:34 GMT

The owner of Buford's bar in Downtown Austin had this message for victims, their families and law enforcement.

Man who opened fire outside a Texas bar was not on law enforcement's radar, police and FBI say

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:34:45 GMT

Officers in Austin shot and killed the gunman, who used both a pistol and a rifle to carry out the attack, police said.

Major historical documents start journey across US as part of nation's 250th anniversary celebration

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:22:08 GMT

Typically housed in highly controlled vaults at the National Archives, some major historical documents will be put on display for free at museums across the country.

Strait of Hormuz: Oil and gas costs could rise if trade route is disrupted by conflict

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:49:24 GMT

The Strait of Hormuz is the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf through which about a fifth of the world's oil passes. Any disruption could quickly impact oil markets.

Starbucks launches spring menu Tuesday, with new drinks and a changed chai

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:43:02 GMT

Toasted coconut, lavender, and a new version of a classic drink will all be served up nationwide starting Tuesday.

Will the strikes in Iran raise gas prices?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:38:27 GMT

Some additional pain at the pump is likely, according to one expert, because Iran controls a waterway used by 20% of the world's oil supply.

Trump awards the Medal of Honor to 3 US Army service members in a White House ceremony

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:34:42 GMT

President Trump recognized three U.S. Army soldiers with the Medal of Honor at the White House.

Rare 'blood moon' rises early Tuesday. Here's how to watch.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:34:19 GMT

Before dawn breaks on March 3, the moon will transform into a glowing red orb as a total lunar eclipse unfolds across the U.S. Here's when you might see it:

Why did the US strike Iran? Pentagon lays out military's 4 goals in the conflict

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:20:18 GMT

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth insisted that the U.S. strikes were not going to be another "endless war" like the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq from 2003 to 2011.

US agencies prepare for potential threats of domestic terrorism following strikes on Iran

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:45:09 GMT

FBI Director Kash Patel said he placed the agency's counterterrorism and intelligence teams on "high alert" against any potential threats.

US and Israeli strikes on Iran put further strain on international law

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:19:58 GMT

Officials in the Trump administration insist that the military campaign is a lawful measure to ensure Tehran does not build nuclear weapons.

US military says Kuwait 'mistakenly shot down' three American fighter planes during combat with Iranian forces

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:53:12 GMT

The U.S. Central Command said all six U.S. service members ejected safely.

Rev. Jesse Jackson returns home to South Carolina to lie in state for final public farewell

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:34:02 GMT

The Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. is returning to South Carolina for a final public farewell.

Pentagon says additional service member deaths are expected during Iran operations

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:22:26 GMT

Four American service members and at least 550 Iranians were killed following the U.S. and Israel's strikes against Iran on Saturday.

'Scream 7' opens with a franchise-best $64.1 million in box-office win for Paramount

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:50:51 GMT

Thirty years after the original slasher movie opened in theaters, “Scream 7” debuted with a franchise-best $64.1 million, according to studio estimates Sunday.

US intel did not suggest a preemptive attack from Iran before US-Israeli strikes, AP reports

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:46:07 GMT

Before the attacks, the CIA had for months tracked the movements of senior Iranian leaders.

'Sinners' wins best ensemble at Actor Awards, setting up Oscar showdown

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:11:05 GMT

Formerly known as the Screen Actors Guild Awards, the newly renamed Actor Awards are one of the most closely watched precursors.

Catherine O'Hara wins posthumous award for 'The Studio' at Actor Awards

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 03:45:00 GMT

Seth Rogen, co-creator of "The Studio," accepted the award on her behalf.

Zendaya and Tom Holland are married, longtime stylist Law Roach says

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 03:28:07 GMT

Law Roach, Zendaya's long time stylist, said Zendaya and Tom Holland secretly tied the knot.

Virginia State Police shoot, kill man after stabbing spree kills woman, dog

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 02:53:56 GMT

Four people were stabbed on the Interstate 495 Beltway near Washington D.C. around 1:17 p.m. ET