An eighth suspect allegedly tied to the group that plotted to attack the White House's UFC event earlier this month was arrested and charged by federal prosecutors in Chicago. He appeared in federal court Friday.

Chicago officials and organizers are preparing for large crowds and heightened security ahead of the 55th annual Pride Parade this Sunday in Lakeview, where hundreds of thousands of attendees are expected to gather along Halsted Street and surrounding areas.

Community members and volunteers spent Friday working across Merrillville to help residents recover from an EF-2 tornado that tore through the town about two weeks ago.

President Donald Trump on Friday threatened a 100% tax on imports from any country that imposes a tax on digital services from United States companies.

Gracie the wandering giraffe was found on Friday afternoon after escaping her owner's ranch in the Texas Hill Country, authorities said. Recovery efforts to return her home are reportedly underway.

Elgin police asked residents to avoid part of their downtown area as they work to find someone armed with a knife who jumped into the Fox River.

An Independent candidate running to replace retiring Congressman Jesus "Chuy" Garcia is criticizing his office for what she calls active involvement in efforts to remove her from the ballot.

The strikes were announced shortly after President Donald Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that "you're going to find out" if the U.S. will respond.

A Texas board approved adding Bible stories to required reading for the state's more than 5 million public school students.

The Mendocino County quake struck within hours of several major earthquakes worldwide -- including activity in Japan, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea and Venezuela -- raising questions about whether the events are connected. We spoke with a seismic expert to get some answers.