Rebecca Cohen
Junior Breaking News Reporter
A Texas middle school named for a Black author deemed parts of his biography 'not appropriate' for students
"Life Is So Good," which is about George Dawson, is under review in the district after a teacher said she wanted to teach it to a seventh-grade class.
Harry Styles was shocked to learn the early fans of his hit 'Watermelon Sugar' were all little kids
Harry Styles has previously confirmed that the hit song is about both the "sweetness of life" and also the "female orgasm."
Local funeral homes refused to handle services for Uvalde gunman after elementary school shooting, county coroner says
The county coroner said the gunman's body was in a morgue for three weeks before an out-of-town funeral home offered to take the remains.
Prosecutor drops charges against police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Rayshard Brooks, saying they 'committed no crimes'
The prosecutor said Atlanta Police Officer Garrett Rolfe, who fatally shot Brooks, was "justified in the use of force regarding the situation."
William and Kate are moving from London to Windsor so the royal family's children can start at a new school in September
The royal family's permanent residence and office will remain at Kensington Palace as they settle their kids into school outside of Windsor.
Fetty Wap faces at least a 5 year prison sentence after pleading guilty to a federal drug crime
Fetty Wap — whose real name is William Junior Maxwell II — was arrested at Citi Field in October on federal drug charges.
Popular gaming streamer Keffals said she had to go into hiding over a months-long campaign of doxxing threats: 'I never plan to back down'
Clara Sorrenti, known as Keffals, said police in London, Ontario, are now investigating incidents of swatting and doxxing as criminal harassment.
Meta and TikTok bans influencer Andrew Tate — who's known for misogynistic comments — from Facebook and Instagram
Meta and TikTok spokespeople told Insider that Tate was banned for violating the platforms' policies.
NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson's suspension increased from 6 games to 11 — and now he also has to pay a $5 million fine to charity, report says
Watson was previously facing a suspension of 6 games until the NFL and NFLPA came to a new agreement Thursday.
Angelina Jolie told FBI officials that Brad Pitt 'grabbed her by the head' in a 2016 altercation aboard a private jet before their split, according to reports
Jolie alleged Pitt "pushed her into the bathroom wall," the FBI report stated, according to Rolling Stone. No charges were filed.
Legal battles around LIV Golf intensify as a report on golfer contracts shows restrictions, requirements that come with big paydays
While contracts haven't been made public, a federal judge could rule this week to unseal them, the Wall Street Journal reported.
John Stamos accidentally wore Bob Saget's shirt to 'Full House' costar Jodie Sweetin's wedding: 'Bob was there in his weird little way'
"It was this black button-up that Bob would always wear," Sweetin told E! News. "Bob always had a black button-up on."
The NBA won't hold any games on election day to encourage people to vote
All 30 NBA teams will play the night before Election Day in what the league is calling a "civic engagement night."
Sacheen Littlefeather responds to Academy apology that came 50 years after she refused an Oscar on Marlon Brando's behalf: 'We Indians are very patient people'
The Academy invited Sacheen Littlefeather — now 75 — to lead an event at the Academy Museum as an honored guest.
Bob Odenkirk says 'Better Call Saul' 'could have been hated for simply trying' to follow up 'Breaking Bad'
Odenkirk thanked fans for "giving us a chance" after the "Breaking Bad" prequel spinoff aired its series finale.
Johnny Depp's new directing deal is the latest sign his career is on the upswing after the Amber Heard trial, PR pros say
Johnny Depp — who was awarded millions in his defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard — will direct his first movie in 25 years.
Anne Heche has been taken off life support and is dead at 53
"Anne Heche has been peacefully taken off life support," a representative for the actor confirmed to Insider on Sunday night.
Famed author Salman Rushdie attacked on stage moments before giving a lecture in New York
Rushdie was attacked on stage at the Chautauqua Institution as he was being introduced as a speaker for a lecture, a witness told Insider.
Video shows security and others rushing to Salman Rushdie's side moments after he was stabbed
New York State Police said Rushdie was stabbed in the neck after a man rushed on stage and attacked him.
Polio may be spreading in NYC, officials say after finding traces in the sewage. Here's what you need to know, from symptoms to risk of infection.
One in four people who get polio experience flu-like symptoms. The CDC said the virus could cause paralysis in one out of 200 infected people.