Katie Ledecky qualifies for her fourth Olympics

Katie Ledecky won her first Olympic gold medal at the 2012 Games in London at 15 years old and has since amassed 10 Olympic medals.
7 people shot, 1 other injured trying to flee scene in Massachusetts town

Authorities in Massachusetts said a shooting in Methuen left seven people wounded, including two who remain in critical condition.
Officials: Smith State Prison inmate kills Statesboro woman before turning gun on himself

Inmate Jaydrekus Hart shoots Aramark food service employee
Music teacher uses parodies of popular songs to push students to read

A Baltimore teacher is using a creative way to help kids learn about music and the importance of reading.
Sisters named to US Olympic field hockey team

The sisters, who are two years apart in age, will represent the U.S. in Paris next month.
Missing in Savannah: Police searching for woman with dementia
Jacqueline Brown was last seen on June 15.
National Hurricane Center following a new disturbance off the Georgia, South Carolina coast

The National Hurricane Center is tracking two tropical disturbances that could develop in the coming days.
Extreme heat to scorch central, southern US on Father’s Day

Iowa and Missouri will be slammed with the worst of Sunday’s sweltering conditions.
Hot and muggy Father's Day forecast with a chance for showers

When we’ll see our next chance for rain, plus a look at the tropics
Library of Congress launches 'Collective Memories' exhibit, showcasing pivotal moments in history

The exhibit features an original copy of the Gettysburg Address – the same version historians believe Abraham Lincoln used to deliver his historic speech.