How these 7 swing states could decide the 2024 US election
From the Sun Belt to the Rust Belt, these seven swing states will be key to winning the 2024 election. Here's where Trump and Harris stand.
Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz each donated $2.5 million to a pro-Donald Trump super PAC
Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz each donated $2.5 million to "Right for America," a pro-Donald Trump super PAC, according to FEC filings.
Elon Musk has spent nearly $75 million on his pro-Trump super PAC
A new FEC filing offers a clear picture of how much money Musk, the richest man in the world, is willing to spend to help Trump win.
Should we ban cellphones in schools? A new survey shares what US adults think.
More than 2,000 stores are closing across the US in 2024. Here's the list.
Family Dollar plans to close at least 600 locations in 2024, and other retail chains are shutting down stores for a variety of reasons.
Why SpaceX's fifth Starship flight was so revolutionary
SpaceX's Starship rocket, the largest ever launched into space, made history by catching its booster at the launch site for the very first time.
Elon Musk's super PAC has spent more than $10 million in these 18 districts to keep the GOP in control of the House
Elon Musk recently spoke at a Trump rally. But for weeks, he's been spending millions boosting Republicans in 18 House races.
How one of MAGA's brightest stars went from unstoppable to long shot
In Arizona's Senate race, Democrats are brimming with confidence about a victory over Trumpism that's far from certain in the presidential election.
Conflict in Lebanon has spiraled at a terrifying pace. I'm a tech founder who's had to leave the country, but I'm determined to go back.
Following Israel's ground invasion of Lebanon, the founder of a small tech company in Lebanon shared why she decided she had to leave.
Meet Pavel Durov, the tech billionaire who founded Telegram
Elon Musk may knock on doors for Trump in Pennsylvania, report says
Hurricane Milton might cost insurers up to $50 billion — but it could have been much worse, analysts said
An ex-Tesla owner shares why his experience with a Rivian R1T during Hurricane Helene made him a convert
Michael Cusick said his Rivian R1T not only survived Hurricane Helene but also became an essential tool to help families affected by the storm.
Deadly Hurricane Milton halts life for millions of Floridians as it ravages the state
Hurricane Milton hit Florida with 120 mph winds and over 100 tornadoes, leaving 11 million people at risk of flash floods.
In rambling, hours-long speech, Trump introduces new car loan tax proposal
Trump was slated to announce a new economic proposal in Detroit. It took him quite a bit of time to get to it.
My family endured a terrifying night when Hurricane Milton hit, but we won't move out of Florida
"It was terrifying knowing there's a wind tunnel in your living room," Clearwater Beach resident Allie Rae said.
Hurricane Milton leaves a trail of destruction in Florida
Hurricane Milton crashed into Florida's west coast on Wednesday night, killing at least 10 people.
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Why cheap bus travel is disappearing in America
Megabus' parent company, Coach USA, has filed for bankruptcy. The bus industry is half the size it used to be. Can bus travel be saved?
Photos show the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, Florida's 2nd massive storm in 2 weeks
Hurricane Milton caused widespread flooding and left 3.3 million homes and businesses without power nearly two weeks after Hurricane Helene.
I'm a Florida-based bridal makeup artist. Hurricane Milton has battered the wedding industry and cost me thousands.
Hurricane Milton's impact on Florida's wedding industry has hit makeup artist Jennifer Gaffney hard, with cancellations damaging her livelihood.
Walmart's meteorologist starts his days at 3:45 a.m. when a hurricane is on the way
Corporate meteorologists like Walmart's Tom Bedard help companies coordinate preparation and respond to weather emergencies like Hurricane Milton.
Hurricane Milton is headed right into $1.1 trillion worth of commercial real estate properties: Moody's
There are more than 235,000 commercial properties that could be exposed to dangerously strong winds, per estimates from Moody's Analytics.
I bought a home in Florida for $540,000, and Hurricane Milton is tearing through our neighborhood. We don't have flood insurance, and I know I'm not sleeping tonight.
Natalie Schwartz and her family are hunkering down in their new home as Hurricane Milton sweeps through Florida.
Florida's gas stations are running out of fuel and Hurricane Milton could have a lasting impact on the state's supply
If the port of Tampa is damaged by Hurricane Milton, it could spell long-term trouble for the gas supply chain as Florida faces a fuel shortage.
Tampa Bay's main hospital is built on a low-lying island. Hurricane Milton could push its defenses to the limit.
Hurricane Milton could cause a storm surge of up to 15 feet, stretching low-lying Tampa General Hospital's AquaFence defenses to their limit.
Hurricane Helene cleanup crews are scrambling in Florida — but time is running out. That makes Milton more dangerous.
Hurricane Milton is bearing down on Florida, and the region is still racing to clean up from Helene, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
I don't allow Roblox in my house. Here's why.
Roblox is the target of a short-seller that accuses it of being unsafe for kids. It disagrees. I downloaded the app — and I won't let my son use it.
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Disney World is shutting down as Florida braces for Hurricane Milton
Disney World will close early on Wednesday, joining other Orlando amusement parks shuttering in preparation for Hurricane Milton.
Howard Stern tells Kamala Harris he hates watching her SNL depiction: 'There's too much at stake'
The VP said she thought Maya Rudolph's depiction of her was "funny." But Stern told Harris: "I don't want you being made fun of."
Trump-Putin relationship: New book details secret COVID tests, up to 7 phone calls since 2021
A Trump campaign spokesman vigorously denied the claims in the new book, calling the author "demented and deranged."
Tampa mayor warns residents they will 'die' if they don't evacuate, as Hurricane Milton approaches Florida
Hurricane Milton is due to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor had a stark warning for those who may choose not to evacuate.
Kamala Harris hits '60 Minutes' without Donald Trump. Political scientists weigh in on whether the interview matters.
Kamala Harris appeared on "60 Minutes" and didn't say anything new. Donald Trump didn't show, but his people say he never agreed to. Will it matter?
Hurricane Milton is threatening an already-battered Florida — and is now a political issue
Millions in Florida may soon be ordered to evacuate ahead of Hurricane Milton's expected strike along the state's west coast near Tampa Bay.
Tensions are high on the anniversary of Hamas' October 7 attacks on Israel
A year after Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, the Middle East appears to be on the brink of a broader war.
Trump attacks Harris' economic plans, says she 'wants to feed people governmentally'
Trump also suggested that propensity to murder is genetically driven and that the US has "got a lot of bad genes in our country right now."
Activist investor Starboard has informed Pfizer it has taken a stake
The activist investor Starboard Value is looking to shake up the pharma giant's sagging stock price after taking a stake reportedly worth about $1 billion.
Pete Buttigieg says he had a call with Elon Musk to talk about Hurricane Helene because 'the best thing to do is just to pick up the phone'
Buttigieg confirmed on MSNBC that he and Musk had a chat on the phone after a tense X exchange.
A couple took 31 trips to Orlando and vacationed at Walt Disney World using government funds, prosecutors say
An Army contractor got his girlfriend hired for a "no show" job, the DOJ said, and then they took vacations together using government funds.
A timeline of Elon Musk's political stances and donations
Musk has recently been more vocal about supporting Republicans, but he's donated to lawmakers from both parties going back to the early 2000s.
How politicians got comfortable sounding desperate when asking for money
"I don't really have a moral problem with sending a lot of emails to you to elect another Democratic senator," one campaign professional told BI.
A self-employed couple lost their home and livelihoods in Hurricane Helene. Their home insurance doesn't come close to enabling them to rebuild their lives.
Andrew Marsh and Lindsay Thomas's home in the Blue Ridge Mountains was destroyed in seconds by by Hurricane Helene. They will be dealing with the aftermath of the disaster long after their wounds heal.
Mark Cuban and other business titans are trying to woo conservative-leaning swing voters to support Kamala Harris
A group of business leaders are launching a new podcast in a bid to convince economy-minded swing voters to back Kamala Harris.
Israel launches new airstrikes on Beirut, weighs retaliation against Iran
Israel launched an airstrike on a Beirut neighborhood on Thursday, killing nine people.
Alec Baldwin fired a gun on the set of 'Rust,' killing its cinematographer. Here's a timeline of the shocking incident.
In October 2021, while filming a scene for the movie "Rust," Alec Baldwin fired a gun that contained a live round killing Halyna Hutchins, 42. The movie will have its premiere at a Polish film festival.
Melania Trump teases split with the GOP on abortion
In a new video promoting her memoir, Melania Trump declares that there's "no room for compromise" when it comes to women's "individual freedom."
Price-gouging complaints about the cost of fuel, water, and hotels are surging in states hit by Hurricane Helene
As Hurricane Helene hit southeastern states, complaints of price gouging on gas and hotels surged, particularly in the Carolinas.
Analysts say the US could see $34 billion in damage from Hurricane Helene slamming into Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas
The hurricane cut power for millions of homes and left at least 166 dead across southeast states.
Biden and other government officials are telling port companies to get a better offer to striking workers ASAP
Biden and other top aides have urged port companies to offer fair deals to striking dockworkers and warned against profiteering off the strikes.
VP debate highlights: The biggest moments from JD Vance and Tim Walz's first and only face-off
The VP debate Tuesday between JD Vance and Tim Walz was likely the last face-off between candidates before the 2024 election. Here are the highlights.