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Southern Poverty Law Center says it’s facing Justice Department probe

Tuesday, April 21 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Southern Poverty Law Center is facing an investigation and potential criminal charges by the Justice Department, apparently stemming from its past use of paid informants, the organization's interim CEO said in a statement Tuesday. A Justice Department spokesperson did not... Read More.

Jennifer Hudson returns to ‘American Idol’ as a mentor, guest judge

Tuesday, April 21 by ABC News

Jennifer Hudson returned to American Idol more than two decades after she competed on the show.The talk show host and EGOT winner joined her American Idol family Monday night as a mentor and guest judge. Hudson took a seat at the judges table alongside... Read More.

In brief: ‘Wednesday’ season 3 first-look photo and more

Tuesday, April 21 by ABC News

Bonjour, Wednesday Addams. Netflix has released the first image from season 3 of its hit series Wednesday, and it features the titular teen, as portrayed by Jenna Ortega, in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. She wears a black... Read More.

Motive sought in fatal shooting of 8 children in Louisiana as police give timeline of massacre

Tuesday, April 21 by ABC News

(SHREVEPORT, La.) -- As an investigation continued into the motive of Sunday's fatal shootings of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana, allegedly by the father of seven of the victims, police officials released a timeline detailing the 68-minute massacre."April 19 ... will be written in... Read More.

In Virginia redistricting election, 4 House seats at stake as voters go to the polls

Tuesday, April 21 by ABC News

(RICHMOND, Va.) -- Voters in Virginia head to the polls Tuesday to vote on a redistricting ballot measure referendum that could have major implications for the midterm elections.The referendum will decide if the Democratic-controlled legislature should be allowed to redraw the state's congressional map.... Read More.

Josh Hutcherson on hate from Taylor Swift fans: ‘I don’t need that energy’

Tuesday, April 21 by ABC News

Josh Hutcherson is opening up about the Taylor Swift fans who went after him on social media.Back in December 2025, Hutcherson appeared in an I-D interview with his I Love LA costar Jordan Firstman, in which he said, "I'm not... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 4/20/26

Tuesday, April 21 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Monday's sports events:NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONRaptors 105, Cavaliers 115Hawks 107, Knicks 106Timberwolves 119, Nuggets 114NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUEFlyers 3, Penguins 0Senators 2, Hurricanes 3Wild 2, Stars 4Ducks 3, Oilers 4MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALLTigers 6, Red Sox 8Astros 9, Guardians... Read More.

‘Melrose Place,’ ‘Days of Our Lives’ star Patrick Muldoon dies at 57

Monday, April 20 by ABC News

Patrick Muldoon, known for his roles on shows including Days of Our Lives and films including Starship Troopers, has died at age 57, his representative confirmed to ABC News Monday.Muldoon rose to fame in the early 1990s with his role on Days of Our... Read More.

House Ethics Committee urges victims of sexual misconduct to contact them after lawmaker resignations

Monday, April 20 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The bipartisan House Ethics Committee on Monday released a rare statement encouraging anyone who may have experienced sexual misconduct by a House member or staffer to contact them, the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights or the Office of Employee Advocacy."There should be... Read More.

Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down, John Ternus set to replace him

Monday, April 20 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down, with the company announcing on Monday that John Ternus will take his place as the head of the technology giant.Cook will become the executive chairman of Apple's board of directors, the company said. Ternus... Read More.

Author: ABC News

Southern Poverty Law Center says it’s facing Justice Department probe

Jennifer Hudson returns to ‘American Idol’ as a mentor, guest judge

In brief: ‘Wednesday’ season 3 first-look photo and more

Motive sought in fatal shooting of 8 children in Louisiana as police give timeline of massacre

In Virginia redistricting election, 4 House seats at stake as voters go to the polls

Josh Hutcherson on hate from Taylor Swift fans: ‘I don’t need that energy’

Scoreboard roundup — 4/20/26

‘Melrose Place,’ ‘Days of Our Lives’ star Patrick Muldoon dies at 57

House Ethics Committee urges victims of sexual misconduct to contact them after lawmaker resignations

Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down, John Ternus set to replace him

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