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Montana Democrats Are Divided Over How to Win a Republican-held Senate Seat

KELLEN BROWNING AND JACK HEALY

A rift in Montana between the Democratic nominee and an independent candidate could boost Republican hopes of holding on to an open seat in conservative territory.

Chabria: Trump goes after Newsom's wife? Unsurprising, but also a new level of authoritarianism

ANITA CHABRIA

The Department of Justice investigating Jennifer Siebel Newsom has all the appearances of the Trump administration seeking to stop a political rival who has a real shot at knocking MAGA out of the top office.

How Kratom, an Addictive Gas Station Drug, Found Allies in Trump’s Cabinet

KENNETH P. VOGEL AND CHRISTINA JEWETT

With support from Markwayne Mullin and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the kratom industry is pursuing a potentially lucrative policy. Mr. Mullin owns equity in a company that could benefit.

Teen accused of killing stepsister on Carnival cruise ship ordered detained before murder trial

Teen accused of killing stepsister Anna Kepner on Carnival cruise ship ordered detained after judge finds no release conditions can protect community.

Potential End of War Tests Trump’s Promise of Quick Economic Rebound

TONY ROMM

Gas prices and other goods could remain elevated for months, adding to the political challenge facing the White House in the midterm elections.

Republican divides and strange alliances emerge ahead of Georgia runoff

Republican divisions are on full display in the closing hours of primary runoffs for U.S. Senate and governor

UN calls on Afghanistan's Taliban rulers to reverse crackdown on women

The U.N. Security Council has unanimously adopted a resolution calling on Afghanistan's Taliban rulers to swiftly reverse their crackdown on women

Alfredo sauce distributed to dozens of states recalled

Federal health officials have issued a recall for alfredo sauce distributed to dozens of U.S. states by a supplier because of potential salmonella contamination

Judge tosses out Dawn Richard's lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs

A federal judge has dismissed singer Dawn Richard's lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs on the grounds that most of the allegations were not filed in time

Ex-cop charged with manslaughter in fatal shooting of naked man

A former Louisville police officer has been charged with manslaughter for fatally shooting a naked man

14-Year-Old Is Charged With Armed Robbery of Boston Lemonade Stand

NEIL VIGDOR

A cash box containing about $80 was stolen from two siblings in Boston during the robbery, which occurred in broad daylight, the police and family members said.

Attempted BASE Jump in Utah Kills 2, Including Acclaimed Extreme Athlete

MADALEINE RUBIN

Andrew Lewis, 39, best known for performing in the halftime show of a Super Bowl, was killed in the accident.

Inside the Partisan Battle Over America’s 250th Birthday Celebrations

LUKE BROADWATER AND EILEEN SULLIVAN

President Trump sidestepped a congressional commission and formed his own group to plan the festivities. The result is a deeply partisan celebration, disgruntled celebrities and plenty of confusion.

How the Kratom Industry Won Friends in the Trump Administration

KENNETH P. VOGEL, PAUL ABOWD, JON MILLER, RAY WHITEHOUSE, STEPHANIE SWART AND RAFAELA BALSTER

A sprawling influence campaign to promote a risky drug called kratom has gained allies among top Trump administration officials. Our investigative reporter Kenneth P. Vogel explains.

Scorching Heat or Scorching Lightning? Miami’s Match Could Have Both.

PATRICIA MAZZEI

South Florida was under a severe heat advisory as fans arrived in the hours before kickoff. Scattered thunderstorms are also in the forecast.