Judge declares mistrial over killing of gay University of Mississippi student Jimmy "Jay" Lee's body has never been found, but a judge declared him dead. Jurors said they were unable to reach a verdict after over nine and a half hours of deliberation. The Associated Press
A gingerbread show goes on after Hurricane Helene disrupts the Asheville tradition Hurricane Helene interrupted the famous Ginger Bread House competition in Asheville this year, but the enthusiastic cookie home builders are getting a chance to show off their creations around town. Laura Hackett
Police say gun found with suspect matches casings at UnitedHealthcare CEO crime scene The New York police commissioner also said investigators matched Luigi Mangione's fingerprints with those found on items near the scene where the UnitedHealthcare CEO was fatally shot last week. Alana Wise
The U.S. is facing a severe housing shortage. Will Trump's proposals help? The U.S. is short approximately four million homes. Wharton economist Ben Keys traces the beginning of the housing crisis to the 2008 financial meltdown — and says climate change is making things worse. Tonya Mosley
Shot in secret, 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' calls out Iran's authoritarian regime Earlier this year, Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof fled his country to escape an eight-year prison sentence. His new film centers on a middle class family grappling with Iran's social unrest. Justin Chang
Albertsons sues Kroger and ends failed grocery megamerger The lawsuit over a deal to combine the two largest U.S. supermarkets came just a day after it was blocked in both federal and Washington state courts. Alina Selyukh
Kroger and Albertsons grocery megamerger halted by federal court The ruling makes it increasingly likely that Kroger might abandon its $24.6 billion plan to buy Albertsons. The merger would have combined two of America's largest supermarket chains. Alina Selyukh
Maureen Corrigan picks her favorite books from an 'unprecedented' 2024 This year, our Fresh Air book critic highlights alternative history, suspense, satire — and some of the most extraordinary letters ever written. Here are Maureen Corrigan's 10 best books of 2024. Maureen Corrigan
Actor Danielle Deadwyler says she 'overprepared' for 'The Piano Lesson' In Till, Deadwyler portrayed the mother of 14-year-old Emmett Till, whose murder became a flashpoint for the Civil Rights Movement. Now she's starring in Netflix's adaptation of August Wilson's play. Tonya Mosley
Why digital compact cameras are making a comeback this holiday season Digital cameras are enjoying a renewed popularity on holiday wish lists for teens and GenZers. Claire Murashima