The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of autumn amusements and federal firsts.

Mark Tinsley represented Mallory Beach's family and testified that Alex Murdaugh used his family's century-long influence to manipulate his South Carolina community.

A Texas woman was sentenced to six years in prison in connection with a 2023 arson attack on a church in Washington state, according to federal prosecutors.

Former teen idol Shaun Cassidy admitted that he had to take guitar lessons and relearn his own songs ahead of his first major tour in 45 years.

ESPN star Chris Fowler was caught in the obvious broadcaster trap on Saturday night during the Michigan Wolverines' loss to the Oklahoma Sooners.

Joseph Emerson, an off-duty pilot who attempted to cut fuel to engines during a flight carrying 84 people, accepted plea deals to avoid additional jail time.

Texas A&M's pass rusher Cashius Howell sacked Utah State quarterback Bryson Barnes on three straight plays, forcing a punt in a rare defensive feat not seen since 2015.

Police offer $50,000 reward for information on Naqwan Antonio Lucas, 18, wanted for the fatal shooting of a Capitol Hill intern in Washington D.C.

Two naturalized U.S. citizens from Cameroon face life in prison for allegedly directing violent attacks including bombings that killed civilians and injured children.

A Columbia University breach exposed names, Social Security numbers and academic records of nearly 869,000 people, with notifications beginning in August.