Explosion at Chinese fireworks factory kills 26, injures 61

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/5 5:46A AP via Scripps News Group

An explosion at a fireworks plant in a central Chinese province killed at least 26 people and injured 61 others, state media reported Tuesday, prompting the halting of all firework manufacturing near the site. The blast occurred at a fireworks...

DOJ seeks the names of 2020 election workers in Georgia's Fulton County

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/5 5:07A AP via Scripps News Group

The Department of Justice is seeking the names of every person who worked in the 2020 election in Georgias Fulton County. The county is a Democratic stronghold that Donald Trump has long accused of widespread voter fraud. He has falsely claimed...

What to know about hantavirus after cruise ship quarantine

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/5 4:37A Scripps News Group

A cruise ship with nearly 150 people remains stranded off Cape Verde after three passengers died in a suspected hantavirus outbreak. The Dutch vessel was on a polar cruise from Argentina to Antarctica when the rare rodent-borne illness struck....

Mina Kimes to host revamped Scripps National Spelling Bee

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/5 3:51A Scripps News Group

Audiences will notice a refreshed, revamped 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee when the competition returns to television later this month. Mina Kimes, a three-time school spelling bee champion, will host the televised semifinals and finals. The...

US says it has broken Iran’s hold on Strait of Hormuz, ceasefire remains intact

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/5 2:57A Justin Boggs

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that Iran no longer controls the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane that carried about 20% of the worlds oil supply before the start of the war. Hegseths comments came a day after the...

Cinco de Mayo is more than tequila and tacos: Here’s the real story

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/5 1:51A Justin Boggs

Tuesday marks the 164th anniversary of the Battle of Puebla, which is what inspired the Cinco de Mayo holiday. Although the holiday celebrates a key victory the Mexican military had over French forces, the events were arguably important for the...

Why Mother’s Day beats Valentine’s as the biggest dining holiday

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/5 1:11A Emily Hanford-Ostmann

If you thought Valentine's Day was the Super Bowl of dining out think again. Mother's Day claims the prize for getting the most diners in the door, in any booth they can find. "The second we open the doors, it's go," said Tim Davin, director of...

Shooting leaves 1 man dead, others injured

News 5 Cleveland (Metro News) 5/5 1:07A Courtney Shaw

Cleveland Police are investigating a shooting and car crash that left a man dead and others injured. Around 9 p.m. Monday, Cleveland EMS responded to East 123rd Street and Euclid Avenue for a car that crashed into a pole. Police said that...

Secret Service investigates officer-involved shooting near White House

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/4 11:05A Scripps News Group

The Secret Service is investigating a shooting that took place blocks from the White House. The incident happened around 3 p.m. Monday near 15th Street and Independence Avenue. One individual was shot by law enforcement, though their condition...

The end of Spirit Airlines means less choice and competition for travelers

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/4 10:21A Simon Kaufman

Spirit Airlines is permanently grounded. The airlines final flight touched down in Dallas this past weekend as the low-budget carrier ended service after 34 years. Now, passengers frustrations are taking off. All of a sudden, no, no notice, no...

Dolly Parton cancels Las Vegas residency amid health struggles

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/4 9:15A Scripps News Group

Dolly Parton announced Monday she is canceling her planned Las Vegas residency as she continues recovering from ongoing health issues. In a video message, Parton said she is improving every day, though some medications and treatments have left...

Britney Spears pleads guilty to lesser 'wet reckless' charge in DUI case, avoids further jail time

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/4 8:52A AP via Scripps News Group

Britney Spears pleaded guilty through her lawyer Monday to a lesser charge that will allow her to avoid jail time after California prosecutors accused her of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. The 44-year-old pop star, who recently...

Infant formula recalled because it may contain toxin linked to foodborne illness

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/4 8:45A Scripps News Group

Thousands of units of infant formula have been recalled after routine testing found it contained a toxin linked to foodborne illness. The a2 Milk Company says its a2 Platinum Premium Infant Formula may contain cereulide, which is produced by some...

From sirens to pellet bangs: Schools testing drones to prevent potential attackers

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/4 7:52A Scripps News Group

Florida is the first state in the country to install drones on school campuses, and one high school is leading the way. About 40 drones are being installed at Deltona High School as part of a pilot program aimed at stopping or taking down a...

USPS will release Barbie stamps in 10 different career outfits

News 5 Cleveland (National News) 5/4 7:17A Scripps News Group

Barbie pink goes with everything! The U.S. Postal Service is releasing a new series of stamps featuring the iconic Barbie doll from Mattel. The stamps highlight the best-selling doll in 10 different career outfits. Though primarily a fashion...