February 4 Winter parking wars erupt as residents claim shoveled spots with chairs Residents across major East Coast metros describe escalating neighborhood clashes after heavy snowfall, with improvised markers used to hold freshly cleared curb access. (Credit: Fox 5)
February 4 CDC investigates new cruise ship outbreak after dozens report gastrointestinal illness A gastrointestinal outbreak was reported by the CDC on a luxury cruise ship, affecting 27 people during the Miami to Honolulu voyage. The investigation continues into the cause.
February 3 Girl, 12, dangles from ski chairlift in California before crashing to ground in terrifying video A 12-year-old girl walked away without major injuries after falling from a ski chairlift at Mammoth Mountain resort in California. The dramatic rescue attempt was caught on video.
February 3 Heart-stopping video shows girl dangling from ski lift before sudden fall Viral footage captures a 12-year-old’s frightening fall at Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort in California on Jan. 31, 2026. (Kristen Tellez via Storyful)
February 3 Baby elephant makes historic arrival at Smithsonian's National Zoo as first birth in nearly 25 years Rare Asian elephant birth at Smithsonian's National Zoo marks first new calf in nearly 25 years, offering new hope for endangered species conservation efforts.
February 3 Families of 3 Massachusetts women who died at Belize resort file $100m lawsuit against hotel, Expedia: report Families of three Massachusetts women who died from carbon monoxide poisoning at a Belize resort have filed a $100 million wrongful death lawsuit.
February 3 Measles exposure risk identified at major airport and theme park, health officials warn Health officials warn of potential measles risk at LAX and Disneyland after international traveler's visit. Here's what to know about windows of exposure.
February 3 Inquiry begun after American Airlines flight reports mysterious blue light while trying to land American Airlines crew reported a strange blue light while landing at a Charlotte airport — sparking a safety investigation. The flight landed safely with no injuries.
February 3 UK govt-backed review says Britain’s national parks feel ‘white’ and unwelcoming Britain's countryside authorities launch new outreach programs targeting ethnic minorities after review finds rural areas perceived as "white" spaces.
February 3 Mysterious cherub face pops up at sacred tourist site as officials launch investigation Controversy erupts over a restored fresco in Rome's Basilica of San Lorenzo showing a cherub that reportedly looks like Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Officials are investigating.