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William Shatner covers 'Crazy Train' at mud-soaked Riot Fest

09/21/2026

William Shatner debuted his heavy metal band, The *uckers, at Chicago's Riot Fest on Sunday, Sept. 20.

William Shatner covers 'Crazy Train' at mud-soaked Riot Fest

09/21/2026

President Trump said he's banning reporters from CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House, accusing each of reporting "fiction" and "lies."

When do the Chiefs play the Colts? Tonight's kickoff time, TV channel

09/21/2026

Fresh off a strong season-opening performance, the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Indianapolis Colts in Week 2. Here's what to know and how to watch.

When do the Chiefs play the Colts? Tonight's kickoff time, TV channel

Why did Missouri State onside kick to start second half vs Marshall?

09/21/2026

Missouri State tried to trick Marshall to start the second half. The Bears opted for an onside kick, but it failed. Casey Woods explains the decision.

Why did Missouri State onside kick to start second half vs Marshall?

09/21/2026

An Ohio inmate broke free of his handcuffs and punched two deputies in an attempt to escape the courthouse where he was sentenced for assault.

Missouri voters file second class action lawsuit against Denny Hoskins

09/21/2026

A new class action lawsuit claims Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins caused primary election confusion by delaying a call on the voting map.

Missouri voters file second class action lawsuit against Denny Hoskins

Powerball hits $313M: NY ticket wins $1M prize

09/20/2026

No one won Saturday night's Powerball jackpot, pushing the top prize to $313 million. A New York ticket matched five numbers for $1 million.

Powerball hits $313M: NY ticket wins $1M prize

09/20/2026

Young Americans may not be able to vote, but their voices are powerful and they’re already dreaming of the world they’ll someday lead. We’re excited by the creative power that can only come from young minds, so, we’re passing them the mic and asking students to tell us the future they want to inhabit.

This year, in honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary, the USA TODAY Network has partnered with SUNN – a non-profit organization publishing the nation’s best student journalism and civic media – to launch Make Your Speech, the second of three non-partisan contests, inviting young Americans to step up to the political podium.

We’re asking them to imagine that they’ve just been elected as president and they’re delivering their first inaugural address in a 2-3 minute video. Find out more about the contest through the link in comments.