ABC News Top Stories - August 27, 2025

2 Dead, More Than a Dozen Hurt in Minneapolis School Shooting A shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis left two people dead and at least 12 others injured. Authorities say the suspect opened fire on campus early Wednesday morning; the motive remains under investigation.

U.S. Fighters Intercept Russian Aircraft Off Alaska Coast For the third time in one week, U.S. fighter jets intercepted Russian military aircraft encroaching on Alaskan airspace. Officials say the intercepts were conducted safely, with no shots fired.

New Tariffs on Indian Imports Take Effect Steep new U.S. tariffs on a broad range of Indian goods went into effect today, as the administration seeks to curb what it calls unfair trade practices. India has vowed to retaliate with measures of its own.

Massive Protests Erupt Across Israel Thousands took to the streets in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem to demand a ceasefire in the Gaza conflict and accountability for recent civilian casualties. Demonstrators clashed with police in some areas but no serious injuries were reported.

Flood Threat Looms Over Western States Monsoon moisture streaming into the Southwest has prompted flood watches from Arizona to Colorado. Forecasters warn of life-threatening flash flooding through tonight.

Kroger Announces Layoffs of Nearly 1,000 Workers Supermarket giant Kroger plans to eliminate 950 positions nationwide in a move the company says will streamline operations and cut costs amid slowing sales growth.

Home Depot Theft Ring Busted Federal agents arrested eight suspects today in connection with a nationwide operation that stole more than $2 million in merchandise from Home Depot locations.

SpaceX Starship Launch Success SpaceX’s Starship rocket completed a successful launch from Boca Chica, Texas, on Wednesday morning. The test flight reached orbit and splashed down safely off the coast of Africa.

Democrats Flip Iowa Senate Seat In a surprise upset, Democrat Catelyn Drey defeated Republican Christopher Prosch by 11 points in Iowa’s special Senate election-turning a seat President Trump won in 2024 blue.

Coco Gauff Advances at U.S. Open American tennis star Coco Gauff won her first-round match at the U.S. Open in straight sets, keeping her bid for a second Grand Slam title on track.

Southwest Airlines Faces Backlash Over New Policy Southwest introduced a policy limiting carry-on baggage allowances, prompting customer outrage and calls for a boycott on social media.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Spark Engagement Rumors Fans showed up in droves outside Swift’s New York City apartment after Travis Kelce was spotted entering the building. Insiders say the couple celebrated a “very special occasion” together last night.