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Shelter-in-place lifted at Monmouth University after possible armed suspect

The alert had been issued Wednesday night.
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March 22

Student who was patted down each day allegedly shoots 2 staffers at school

The student fled the scene. Police said the search for him is ongoing.
March 22
A student, right, hugs a man after a school shooting at East High School, March 22, 2023, in Denver.
March 22

ABC News Live Prime: Wed, Mar 22, 2023

Search for teen accused of shooting two faculty members inside high school; Uvalde moms come together to discuss heartache; actor Ian McShane talks about next installment of "John Wick" movie series.
March 22
VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Wed, Mar 22, 2023
March 22

Dominion accuses Fox News of redacting 'embarrassing' materials in defamation case

Dominion filed a trove of internal Fox News documents earlier this month.
March 22
Exterior view of News Corp. Building and Fox News Headquarters, New York, NY, February 28, 2023.
March 22

Brothers create hip creative space to fuel Black empowerment

ABC News’ Ike Ejiochi reports on the Burns brothers' mission of empowering the Black community by building a network of Black professionals through the shared space HQ DC House.
March 22
VIDEO: Brothers create hip creative space to fuel Black empowerment
March 22

ABC News Live Rundown: Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
March 22
VIDEO: ABC News Live Rundown: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
March 22

By the Numbers: TikTok’s reach

A look at the numbers behind the popularity of the TikTok app in the U.S. as Congress weighs whether to take action to ban it over security and privacy concerns.
March 22
VIDEO: By the Numbers: TikTok’s reach
March 22

'Catastrophic level of water': Central California battles farmland flooding

"There's a lot of cropland underwater right now."
March 22
Orchards sit in floodwaters from the Tule River inundate the area after days of heavy rain in Corcoran, Calif., on March 21, 2023.
March 22

Through the Cracks: COVID-19 fraud victims still struggling to clear their names

ABC News’ Rachel Scott reports on efforts to crack down on COVID-19 funding fraud, which watchdogs estimate could exceed $100 billion, and the challenges victims have faced.
March 22
VIDEO: Through the Cracks: COVID-19 fraud victims still struggling to clear their names
March 22

What is the Heat Index?

The heat index is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels, according to the air temperature and the amount of moisture in the air.
March 22
The heat index is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels, according to the air temperature and the amount of moisture in the air.
March 22

Supreme Court hears arguments on whiskey bottles, dog toys, pornography and poop

The issue before the justices was over free speech and company trademarks.
March 22
In an image released by the U.S. Supreme Court, a Jack Daniels bottle is shown alongside a Bad Spaniel dog toy.
March 22

Feds make largest meth bust in this state's history

Officials also seized 28 pounds of cocaine and 20 pounds of fentanyl.
March 22
William S. Thompson, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia, speaks at a press conference on March 22, 2023.
March 22

Expanded 'Don't Say Gay' classroom restrictions explored in Florida

Instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity is barred through grade 3.
March 22
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis speaks during an election night watch party at the Convention Center in Tampa, Florida, Nov. 8, 2022.
March 22

Amid classified documents probe, Trump's records representative sues DOJ

John Solomon wants access to Russia probe documents.
March 22
Journalist John Solomon delivers remarks as he attends the 2023 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Md., March 4, 2023.
March 22

Court rules Trump attorney Evan Corcoran must testify in special counsel docs probe

The court rejected former President Trump's effort to block him from testifying.
March 22
Evan Corcoran, attorney for former President Donald Trump, leaves the federal court in West Palm Beach, Florida, Sept. 1, 2022.
March 22

Police: Student sought after 2 staffers hurt in Denver school shooting

Former NYPD chief of detectives Robert Boyce and ABC News’ Alex Stone break down the investigation into a school shooting in Denver on Wednesday.
March 22
VIDEO: Police: Student sought after 2 staffers hurt in Denver school shooting
March 22

ABC News Live: 2 wounded in Denver school shooting

Plus, the latest on the investigations into former President Donald Trump, and the Federal Reserve hikes interest rates 0.25% amid fears over the stability of the banking industry.
March 22
VIDEO: ABC News Live: 2 wounded in Denver school shooting
March 22

'We need justice': Family of slain New Jersey councilwoman demands answers

Eunice Dwumfour was shot and killed outside her home in February.
March 22
The family of Councilwoman Eunice K. Dwumfour speak at a press conference, March 22, 2023, after she was found murdered in Sayreville, N.J.
March 22

What is red tide?

Red tide is the name given to naturally occurring algae blooms that normally occur on Florida's Gulf Coast.
March 22
Red tide is the name given to naturally occurring algae blooms that normally occur on Florida's Gulf Coast.
March 22

Student allegedly shoots 2 staffers at Denver high school

The student was under a "certain agreement to be patted down each day" at school, authorities said.
March 22
The student was under a "certain agreement to be patted down each day" at school, authorities said.
March 22

5 killed, train derailed as 'bomb cyclone' hits California

Five people were killed when trees fell on their cars in the Bay Area.
March 22
Alameda County firefighters at the scene of a truck crushed by a fallen tree after storms passed through northern California, March 21, 2023, in Newark, Calif.
March 22

Biden administration plans overhaul of US organ transplant system

The system has been criticized for wasted organs, errors, and patient deaths.
March 22
March 22

New twist in death of Stephen Smith after Murdaugh murder investigation

New evidence in the case was found during the Alex Murdaugh probe.
March 22
Sandy Smith holds a photo of her late son, 19-year-old Stephen Smith, June 24, 2021.
March 22

Veteran allegedly fatally shoots soldier, 3 kids in domestic mass shooting

The children were ages 5, 6 and 11, according to police. One woman survived.
March 22
A former soldier shot and killed an active duty member of the U.S. Army and three children at a home in South Carolina before killing himself, March 22, 2023, in Sumter, S.C.
March 22

ABC News Live: Grand Jury in Trump hush money case not meeting Wednesday

Plus, the latest on the war in Ukraine, and the Burns Brothers are putting an inspiring spin on members-only clubs.
March 22
VIDEO: ABC News Live: Grand Jury in Trump hush money case not meeting Wednesday
March 22

Student suspect sought in Denver East High School shooting

Two staffers were injured with both in serious condition.
March 22
VIDEO: Student suspect sought in Denver East High School shooting
March 22

More footage captures Irvo Otieno's moments before death

Irvo Otieno died at Virginia’s Central State Hospital on March 6.
March 22
Virginia sheriff deputies carry Irvo Otieno to put him into a police SUV at Henrico County Jail, March 6, 2023.
March 22

LA schools closed for 2nd day as strike continues

The teachers union is honoring the service union's picket lines, forcing the school district to shut down schools.
March 22
The teachers union is honoring the service union's picket lines, forcing the school district to shut down schools.
March 22

3 children, 1 man dead after apparent domestic mass shooting

Authorities in Sumter County, South Carolina, said they believe a second man found dead at the scene was the shooter.
March 22
Authorities in Sumter County, South Carolina, said they believe a second man found dead at the scene was the shooter.
March 22

Fed raises interest rates 0.25%, intensifying inflation fight despite banking fears

The twin economic challenges posed a dilemma for the central bank.
March 22
The SVB Private logo is displayed outside of a Silicon Valley Bank branch in Santa Monica, Calif., March 20, 2023.
March 22
Abortion-rights advocates gather outside a the Kansas Statehouse in Topeka, Kan., to protest the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on abortion, June 24, 2022.
March 22

Murdaugh family murders, mysteries: Timeline

Alex Murdaugh was convicted of murdering his wife and younger son.
March 22
Lawyer Alex Murdaugh walks into his bond hearing, Sept. 16, 2021, in Varnville, S.C.
March 22

Iraq War veterans reflect on struggles, pain

"It's only been a couple of years...where I've experienced this inner peace."
March 22
Flowers are left at a memorial at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California that honors soldiers who were killed in Iraq and Afghanistan.
March 22

ABC News Live: Special counsel claims Trump deliberately misled attorneys: Sources

Plus, what a rate hike could mean for inflation and the banking industry and Ukrainian officials say Russia has launched a new round of drone attacks across Ukraine.
March 22
VIDEO: ABC News Live: Special counsel claims Trump deliberately misled attorneys: Sources
March 22

Grand jury weighs potential charges for former President Trump in hush money case

Meanwhile, sources tell ABC News that prosecutors investigating Trump's handling of classified documents say he deliberately misled his own attorneys.
March 22
VIDEO: Grand jury weighs potential charges for former President Trump in hush money case
March 22

Investors await a decision from the Federal Reserve on the next interest rate hike

While inflation is more than triple the Federal Reserve's target of 2%, more rate hikes could further destabilize the already fragile banking industry.
March 22
VIDEO: Investors await a decision from the Federal Reserve on the next interest rate hike
March 22

Killed councilwoman’s family speaks

The family of Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour calls for justice as the investigation into her Feb. 1 murder is ongoing.
March 22
The family of Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour calls for justice as the investigation into her Feb. 1 murder is ongoing.
March 22

Police responding to a shooting at Denver East High School

The high school is on lockdown, with all students in their classrooms, according to Denver Public Schools.
March 22
VIDEO: Police responding to a shooting at Denver East High School
March 22

3 dead from infection linked to contaminated eye drops

More than 10 brands of artificial tears have been recalled since the outbreak started.
March 22
More than 10 brands of artificial tears have been recalled since the outbreak started.
March 22

Grand jury investigating Trump not meeting Wednesday

No reason was given for the postponement but any potential indictment of former President Donald Trump would come Thursday at the earliest.
March 22
VIDEO: Grand jury investigating Trump not meeting Wednesday
March 22

LA schools closed for 2nd day as service workers walk picket lines

Workers are demanding a 30% pay raise.
March 22
Los Angeles public school support staff and teachers, rally outside of the school district headquarters on the first day of a three day strike, Mar. 21, 2023, in Los Angeles.
March 22

The Manhattan DA's investigation into the Stormy Daniels hush payment, explained

A charging decision by DA Alvin Bragg may be coming soon.
March 22
Stormy Daniels attends the premiere Of Neon's "Pleasure" at Linwood Dunn Theater on May 11, 2022, in Los Angeles.
March 22

ABC News Live: New developments in Trump investigations as grand jury reconvenes

Plus, at least 100,000 are without power in California after a bomb cyclone slammed the West Coast and the Federal Reserve is set to release its decision on interest rates.
March 22
VIDEO: ABC News Live: New developments in Trump investigations as grand jury reconvenes
March 22

Prosecutors say Trump deliberately misled attorneys in classified documents probe

The judge's order comes as a New York grand jury reconvenes to weigh potential charges in the Stormy Daniels hush money case.
March 22
VIDEO: Prosecutors say Trump deliberately misled attorneys in classified documents probe
March 22

Large asteroid to safely pass earth

The asteroid will be at least 100,000 miles away from Earth in the once-per-decade moment
March 22
The asteroid will be at least 100,000 miles away from Earth in the once-per-decade moment
March 22

National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
March 22
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
March 22

Asteroids in the news: A look back at close encounters

A look back at Earth's close encounters with asteroids through the years.
March 22
VIDEO: A look back at Earth's close encounters with asteroids through the years.
March 22

Large asteroid to safely pass by Earth in once-per-decade moment

The asteroid will be at least 100,000 miles away when it moves by Earth.
March 22
March 22

COVID fraud victims are still struggling to clear their names

25,000 people have reported identity theft, officials expect claims to grow.
March 22
Dr. Richard and Donna Loew have been struggling to clear their names after the SBA informed them they owe nearly $100,000 of covid relief loans they say they never took out.
March 21

NYC gears up for imminent Trump indictment

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Kan Nawaday, a former federal prosecutor, on what the federal investigation could legally mean for former President Donald Trump going forward.
March 21
VIDEO: NYC gears up for imminent Trump indictment