Times Square in New York City rang in the new year with a double ball drop to celebrate the 250th birthday of America.

What to know about new laws taking effect in 2026 ABC News’ Olivia Rubin shares the new laws to be aware of as the new year begins. January 1, 2026 ...

ABC News’ Elizabeth Schulze shares what potential home buyers should know as the new year starts with mortgage rates at a 15-month low.

Dozens of people were killed and about a hundred others were injured as a devastating fire tore through a New Year's celebration in Switzerland, officials said.

ABC News Chief Investigative Correspondent Aaron Katersky provides details on several of the highly anticipated court cases ahead in the new year.

Afghanistan's disaster management agency says the season’s first heavy rain and snowfall has ended a prolonged dry spell but triggered flash floods, killing at least 17 people and injuring 11 others ...

New Year's Day tradition: the college bowl games ESPN reporter Laura Rutledge provides live previews of the Sugar Bowl from New Orleans, Louisiana. January 1, 2026 ...

ABC News Chief Investigative Correspondent Aaron Katersky provides the latest as New York's new mayor is sworn into office.

What to expect in entertainment in 2026 ABC News’ Chris Connelly provides an inside look at what fans can expect at the box office in 2026. January 1, 2026 ...

An HHS official says the agency has "frozen all child care payments" to all states after allegations of fraudulent day care ...

Pakistan experienced its deadliest year in over a decade in 2025, with combat-related deaths surging 74%, according to a new ...