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5 big takeaways from Day 4 of Trump's hush money trial

Judge Juan Merchan set opening statements for Monday.
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Former President Donald Trump speaks to the media after leaving the courtroom for the day at Manhattan Criminal Court during his trial for allegedly covering up hush money payments, on April 19, 2024, in New York.
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At least 5 people injured after shootout involving teenagers: Police

At least five people have been injured in a shootout involving teenagers gathered for senior ditch day in Greenbelt, Maryland, said police Chief Richard Bowers.
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At least five people have been injured in a shootout involving teenagers gathered for senior ditch day in Greenbelt, Maryland, said police Chief Richard Bowers.
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5 teens injured in shooting at senior skip day gathering in Maryland park: Police

"To have something like this occur is just maddening," the police chief said.
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Authorities respond to a shooting in a park in Greenbelt, Maryland, April 19, 2024.
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TSA explosives detection canine given party to celebrate retirement

Messi, the TSA explosives detection canine, had a retirement party in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport complete with over a dozen tennis balls, a bubble machine, party hat and cupcake.
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VIDEO: TSA explosives detection canine given party to celebrate retirement
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Weight loss drug shortage could last through June

Wegovy and Zepbound are in tight supply and may be hard to obtain for the next several months, according to the pharmaceutical companies.
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Wegovy and Zepbound are in tight supply and may be hard to obtain for the next several months, according to the pharmaceutical companies.
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Former President Trump addresses reporters after full jury seated

Trump speaks after the 12 jurors are seated in his criminal hush money trial.
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VIDEO: Former President Trump addresses reporters after full jury seated
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Jury and 6 alternates seated in Trump's New York criminal trial

Legal journalist Cristian Farias says the speed at which jurors were selected for former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial indicates the judge is looking to keep trial on schedule.
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VIDEO: Jury and 6 alternates seated in Trump's New York criminal trial
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Man sets himself on fire outside courthouse where Trump is on trial

The man was badly burned and hospitalized in critical condition.
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A police officer uses a fire extinguisher as emergency personnel respond to a report of a person covered in flames, outside the courthouse where former U.S. President Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial is underway, in New York, April 19, 2024.
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Marine dies following incident during training exercise

The incident occurred Thursday in North Carolina.
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The US Department of the Navy, US Marine Corps, logo hangs on the wall Feb. 24, 2009, at the Pentagon in Washington, DC.
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Man sets himself on fire outside courthouse where Trump is on trial

NYPD officials gave details linked to incident near the Manhattan courthouse where former President Donald Trump was inside at the time.
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VIDEO: Man sets himself on fire outside courthouse where Trump is on trial
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All jurors seated for Trump hush money trial

Opening statements are now set to start next week.
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VIDEO: All jurors seated for Trump hush money trial
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Columbine survivors speak out 25 years later

On April 20, 1999, two seniors at the Littleton, Colorado, high school shot and killed 14 students and a teacher and injured 24 others.
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VIDEO: Columbine survivors speak out 25 years later
April 19

Man sets himself on fire outside New York court as Trump trial was going on

The man was extinguished and taken to an ambulance. No one else was injured in the event.
April 19
VIDEO: Man sets himself on fire outside New York court as Trump trial was going on
April 19

Man apparently sets himself on fire outside courthouse where Trump is on trial

The person was badly burned and taken away from the scene on a stretcher. It was not immediately clear if the incident was related to the criminal proceedings.
April 19
The person was badly burned and taken away from the scene on a stretcher. It was not immediately clear if the incident was related to the criminal proceedings.
April 19

Can celebrities help move the needle on climate change? 

Actors become activists as they lend their public platforms to fight for climate action.
April 19
Actors become activists as they lend their public platforms to fight for climate action.
April 19

Can celebrities help move the needle on climate change? 

Actors become activists as they lend their public platforms to fight for climate action.
April 19
Actors become activists as they lend their public platforms to fight for climate action.
April 19

Can celebrities help move the needle on climate change? 

Actors become activists as they lend their public platforms to fight for climate action.
April 19
Actors become activists as they lend their public platforms to fight for climate action.
April 19

What made the preacher’s wife kill her husband?

“20/20” looks at the case of Mary Winkler and the trial that shocked a nation.
April 19
Mary Winkler and Brian Winkler are seen with their children in this undated family photo.
April 19

Couples allege IVF provider destroyed their embryos in toxic solution: Lawsuit

The embryos were meant to be put in a sterile solution.
April 19
Petri Dish with drops of material and micromanipulators over it in a laboratory for an in vitro fertilization.
April 19

Prosecutors choose not to reveal planned witness identities in Trump criminal trial

The decision was made after prosecutors said former President Donald Trump violated his gag order by posting about potential witnesses on social media.
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VIDEO: Prosecutors choose not to reveal planned witness identities in Trump criminal trial
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National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
April 19
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
April 19

'I don't think she'd be alive:' Trans youth care bans put pressure on families

More than 20 states have gender-affirming care restrictions.
April 19
In this Aug. 30, 2023, file photo, students protest against Katy ISD's new transgender policy outside the school district's educational support complex, in Katy, Texas.
April 19

Star Trek star pens children's book detailing time in US internment camp

"My Lost Freedom," is an autobiographical account of his experience as a child.
April 19
George Takei makes a Vulcan salute as he attends the annual Human Rights Campaign (HRC) National Dinner, in Washington, DC, on Oct. 29, 2022.
April 19

Survivors of the Columbine High School shooting say they remain haunted

Since the 1999 massacre, 415 people have been killed in U.S. school shootings.
April 19
Students run from Columbine High School under cover from police during a shooting at the school in Littleton, Colorado, Apr. 20, 1999.
April 19

Matt Gaetz attended 2017 party where minor and drugs were present, statement claims

The Ethics panel is questioning witnesses about allegations involving Gaetz.
April 19
Rep. Matt Gaetz walks past reporters as he leaves a House GOP caucus meeting at the U.S Capitol, on April 10, 2024, in Washington, D.C.
April 19

ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, April 18, 2024

All 12 jurors selected in the latest trial for Donald Trump; survivors reflect on 25 years of healing from Columbine shooting; Hozier talks about writing his latest hit album and upcoming tour.
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, April 18, 2024
April 18

Former President Trump’s trial strategy

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with ABC News’ investigative reporter, Olivia Rubin, and executive editorial producer, John Santucci, to discuss former President Trump’s trial as a jury has been chosen.
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VIDEO: Former President Trump’s trial strategy
April 18

After Columbine: Tragedy, trauma and triumph

Columbine shooting survivors are joined by a survivor of the Washington Navy Yard shooting and the Aurora Theater shooting to sit down with ABC’s Morgan Norwood to share their long journey of healing.
April 18
VIDEO: After Columbine: Tragedy, trauma and triumph
April 18

5 big takeaways from Day 3 of Trump's hush money trial

Twelve jurors have now been seated, and arguments could begin as soon as Monday.
April 18
Former President Donald Trump sits in the courtroom during his trial in Manhattan state court in New York City, Apr. 18, 2024.
April 18

Twelve jurors and one alternate selected in Trump’s NYC criminal hush money trial

Jerry Goldfeder, director of Fordham Law Voting Rights and Democracy Project joins the Big Story. House Speaker Mike Johnson unveils plans for foreign aid to Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan.
April 18
VIDEO: Twelve jurors and one alternate selected in Trump’s NYC criminal hush money trial
April 18

Rep. Omar's daughter among pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at Columbia University

Columbia's president said she authorized the NYPD to clear the demonstrators.
April 18
Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel protesters demonstrate at Columbia University on April 18, 2024.
April 18

With jury selection complete, Trump’s criminal trial opening arguments are on deck

Twelve jurors and one alternate have been selected to decide Donald Trump's guilt or innocence in a historic New York criminal trial. Fordham Law School's Jerry Goldfeder joins the show to discuss.
April 18
With jury selection complete, Trump’s criminal trial opening arguments are on deck
April 18

Maryland teen accused of threatening school shooting after 'memoir' raises alarms

Police also say they uncovered concerning online posts and searches.
April 18
Alex Ye, 18, of Maryland arrested for planning a school shooting, April 17, 2024.
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DeSantis scales back book ban law amid spike in Florida book objections

Florida has seen a spike in book challenges and restrictions.
April 18
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks to a crowd at Adventure Outdoors gun store, March 30, 2023, in Smyrna, Ga.
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Full jury seated for Trump's hush money trial

A full jury of 12 members has now been seated following the addition of five more jurors. The court is now working to select the six alternate jurors for the case.
April 18
VIDEO: Full jury seated for Trump's hush money trial
April 18

25 years after Columbine, survivors still haunted as school shootings mount

At least 415 people have been killed in school shootings since the massacre at Columbine High School in 1999, according to the gun violence archive.
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At least 415 people have been killed in school shootings since the massacre at Columbine High School in 1999, according to the gun violence archive.
April 18

Judge rejects Trump effort to pause Jan. 6 civil lawsuits while criminal case ongoing

The suits seek to hold Trump accountable for his actions leading up to Jan. 6.
April 18
Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump attends the 2024 Senior Club Championship award ceremony at his Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Fla., March 24, 2024.
April 18

San Francisco sues Oakland over proposed airport name change

The city of San Francisco has filed a federal trademark infringement lawsuit.
April 18
Travelers arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, Dec. 21, 2023.
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Bear cub recovering after being dropped by bystander who picked it up, took photos

North Carolina officials are investigating the incident that was caught on film.
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A group of people was filmed taking pictures with wild bears in Buncombe County, N.C, according to officials.
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Bear cub recovering after being dropped by bystander who picked it up, took photos

North Carolina officials are investigating the incident that was caught on film.
April 18
North Carolina officials are investigating the incident that was caught on film.
April 18

No charges for cop who shot teen in dressing room

Valentina Orellana Peralta was killed while in a store with her mother.
April 18
In this Dec. 28, 2021, file photo, a memorial for Valentina Orellana-Peralta is shown outside the Burlington store in North Hollywood, Calif.
April 18

Jury selection continues in Trump hush money trial

In a round table discussion, ABC News correspondent Terry Moran breaks down the latest in jury selection for the hush money trial against Donald Trump.
April 18
VIDEO: Jury selection continues in Trump hush money trial
April 18

Tornado threat on the move: Latest severe weather forecast

At least 25 tornadoes touched down this week in states from Ohio to Iowa.
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Downed trees from a recent tornado, April 16, 2024, in Parkville, Missouri.
April 18

USC valedictorian speaks out after school canceled her commencement speech

"I also wanted to impart a message of responsibility," Asna Tabassum said.
April 18
Asna Tabassum, USC's Valedictorian whose speech was canceled out of safety concerns concerning her pro-Palestinian views, speaks with ABC News.
April 18

Students protest at Columbia University following president's congressional hearing

Protestors swarmed the Columbia University campus as frustration grows over the school's handling of antisemitism.
April 18
VIDEO: Students protest at Columbia University following president's congressional hearing
April 18

911 outages in several states caused by company installing a light pole

The entire state of South Dakota was impacted by the outages.
April 18
PHOTO: An ambulance responds to an emergency call in an undated stock photo.
April 18

Several protesters arrested on Columbia University’s campus

The pro-Palestine protests come after the president of the Ivy League school, Dr. Nemat “Minouche” Shafik, testified before a House committee.
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VIDEO: Several protestors arrested on Columbia University’s campus
April 18

Millions of Americans on alert as storms head east

The three-part series takes viewers underwater to see the creative ways ancient animals survive and communicate with each other and other species, including humans.
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VIDEO: Millions of Americans on alert as new storm heads east
April 18

Man arrested in pipe-bomb attack on Massachusetts Satanic Temple

Investigators say a note found at the scene claimed God ordered the attack.
April 18
Sean Patrick Palmer, 49, was allegedly captured on security video throwing a pipe bomb at The Satanic Temple on April 8, 2024, federal authorities said.
April 18

Kennedy family split on presidential endorsement

Several members of the Kennedy family are expected to endorse President Joe Biden’s second term, despite Robert Kennedy Jr.'s bid.
April 18
VIDEO: Kennedy family split on presidential endorsement