An infant who was likely born hours earlier was found in a dumpster by two boys who heard the baby crying inside from a plastic bag. Austin Detray was walking with his brother when he heard sounds of an infant in distress. More>>
David Pate, a Lancaster man with "Satan" tattooed on his face and a split pierced tongue, who has been jailed since 2013 for killing a friend and leaving the body to be found, pleaded guilty to murder Thursday morning in court.More>>
An armed man kidnapped a woman, shot a Census Bureau guard and led police on a car chase through Maryland and Washington, D.C., on Thursday before authorities cornered him in an exchange of gunfire that left the suspect and a police officer wounded, authorities said.More>>
A large tornado that hit the tiny northern Illinois town of Fairdale has left one person dead, seven injured and more than a dozen homes destroyed.More>>
At least one large tornado touched down Thursday night in central Illinois, and authorities said initial reports indicate there was significant damage.More>>
Thursday, April 9 2015 9:30 AM EDT2015-04-09 13:30:29 GMT
About 30,000 cases of Sabra hummus sold nationwide is being recalled due to a possible Listeria contamination. Listeria is a food-borne illness that can cause high fevers and nausea in minor cases, but the infections can be fatal to people with weakened immune systems and young children, along with causing miscarriages in pregnant women.
About 30,000 cases of Sabra hummus sold nationwide is being recalled due to a possible Listeria contamination. Listeria is a food-borne illness that can cause high fevers and nausea in minor cases, but the infections can be fatal to people with weakened immune systems and young children, along with causing miscarriages in pregnant women.
Thursday, April 9 2015 9:22 AM EDT2015-04-09 13:22:42 GMT
California lawmakers on Wednesday advanced a bill that would require schoolchildren in the state to be vaccinated amid impassioned pleas from parents and doctors, even activist Robert Kennedy Jr. Under the proposal, parents would no longer be able to send unvaccinated kids to school with waivers citing religious or personal beliefs.
California lawmakers on Wednesday advanced a bill that would require schoolchildren in the state to be vaccinated amid impassioned pleas from parents and doctors, even activist Robert Kennedy Jr. Under the proposal, parents would no longer be able to send unvaccinated kids to school with waivers citing religious or personal beliefs.
Wednesday, April 8 2015 1:17 PM EDT2015-04-08 17:17:13 GMT
A U.S. official says an American soldier was killed in a shooting incident in the eastern Afghan city of Jalalabad in which at least two other U.S. troops were wounded when an Afghan soldier opened fire at them.
A U.S. official says an American soldier was killed in a shooting incident in the eastern Afghan city of Jalalabad in which at least two other U.S. troops were wounded when an Afghan soldier opened fire at them.
Wednesday, April 8 2015 6:37 AM EDT2015-04-08 10:37:12 GMT
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More details are emerging about Walter Scott, the unarmed black man who appears in a shocking video that seems to show a white police officer fatally shooting him in the back eight times.
More details are emerging about Walter Scott, the unarmed black man who appears in a shocking video that seems to show a white police officer fatally shooting him in the back eight times.
Tuesday, April 7 2015 10:18 PM EDT2015-04-08 02:18:19 GMT
A prosecutor says no federal civil rights charges will be brought in the 2010 shooting death of a college football player by a suburban New York police officer who says he shot him in his moving car when he failed to stop.
A prosecutor says no federal civil rights charges will be brought in the 2010 shooting death of a college football player by a suburban New York police officer who says he shot him in his moving car when he failed to stop.
Tuesday, April 7 2015 4:07 PM EDT2015-04-07 20:07:57 GMT
A California woman with cancer, her husband and two sons were booted from an Alaska Airlines flight shortly before take-off Monday because airline employees decided she needed a note from her doctor before she could fly.
A California woman with cancer, her husband and two sons were booted from an Alaska Airlines flight shortly before take-off Monday because airline employees decided she needed a note from her doctor before she could fly.
Tuesday, April 7 2015 10:13 AM EDT2015-04-07 14:13:35 GMT
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Sen. Rand Paul, a tea party favorite and frequent antagonist of leaders of his Republican Party, is ready to test how much change voters want, both for their government and for the GOP.
Sen. Rand Paul, a tea party favorite and frequent antagonist of leaders of his Republican Party, is ready to test how much change voters want, both for their government and for the GOP.
Monday, April 6 2015 12:18 PM EDT2015-04-06 16:18:09 GMT
The power of the internet has helped a dog living in a shelter for 5 years find a forever family after his heartwarming pictures went viral. A 6-year-old Pit Bull mix named Chester has called North Fork Animal Welfare League in Long Island, New York home for most of his life.
The power of the internet has helped a dog living in a shelter for 5 years find a forever family after his heartwarming pictures went viral. A 6-year-old Pit Bull mix named Chester has called North Fork Animal Welfare League in Long Island, New York home for most of his life.
Monday, April 6 2015 11:21 AM EDT2015-04-06 15:21:47 GMT
Three men are recovering in New Port Richey, Florida, after reportedly being attacked by as many as 30,000 honeybees on Easter Sunday. All three were taken to the hospital for treatment.
Three men are recovering in New Port Richey, Florida, after reportedly being attacked by as many as 30,000 honeybees on Easter Sunday. All three were taken to the hospital for treatment.
Monday, April 6 2015 6:01 AM EDT2015-04-06 10:01:26 GMT
Pope Francis is decrying the plenitude of weapons in the world in his Easter peace wish.Yet a note of cautious hope ran through Francis' "Urbi et Orbi" message. Speaking from the central balcony of St. Peter's Square, Francis also made his first public comments about the framework accord aimed at ensuring Iran doesn't develop a nuclear weapon.
Pope Francis is decrying the plenitude of weapons in the world in his Easter peace wish.Yet a note of cautious hope ran through Francis' "Urbi et Orbi" message. Speaking from the central balcony of St. Peter's Square, Francis also made his first public comments about the framework accord aimed at ensuring Iran doesn't develop a nuclear weapon.
Friday, April 3 2015 4:12 PM EDT2015-04-03 20:12:27 GMT
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A Philadelphia woman has been charged with trying to help the Islamic State group and "martyr herself" for the terrorist organization.Prosecutors say 30-year-old Keonna Thomas attempted to travel overseas to fight with the terror group.
A Philadelphia woman has been charged with trying to help the Islamic State group and "martyr herself" for the terrorist organization.Prosecutors say 30-year-old Keonna Thomas attempted to travel overseas to fight with the terror group.
Friday, April 3 2015 12:10 PM EDT2015-04-03 16:10:11 GMT
A man who spent nearly 30 years on Alabama's death row has been freed following a decades-long fight to prove his innocence. Fifty-eight-year-old Anthony Ray Hinton was released Friday morning from an Alabama prison.
A man who spent nearly 30 years on Alabama's death row has been freed following a decades-long fight to prove his innocence. Fifty-eight-year-old Anthony Ray Hinton was released Friday morning from an Alabama prison.
Friday, April 3 2015 11:52 AM EDT2015-04-03 15:52:01 GMT
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For years, authorities have been helpless in taking down websites teaching wannabe terrorists how to execute destruction and for two decades California Sen. Dianne Feinstein has been looking at ways to shut the sites down.
For years, authorities have been helpless in taking down websites teaching wannabe terrorists how to execute destruction and for two decades California Sen. Dianne Feinstein has been looking at ways to shut the sites down.
Friday, April 3 2015 8:37 AM EDT2015-04-03 12:37:45 GMT
A Florida woman's self-written obituary is getting rave reviews, bringing more than 3,000 Facebook "likes." The 1,045-word obit written by 69-year-old Emily Phillips appeared in the Florida Times-Union and was quickly picked up across social media.
A Florida woman's self-written obituary is getting rave reviews, bringing more than 3,000 Facebook "likes." The 1,045-word obit written by 69-year-old Emily Phillips appeared in the Florida Times-Union and was quickly picked up across social media.
Friday, April 3 2015 8:05 AM EDT2015-04-03 12:05:17 GMT
A Florida woman was forced to hold a sign that reads “I stole from a local merchant� in front of the store as part of a court-ordered punishment. The woman was standing on the side of the road in front of a Walmart where she shoplifted.
A Florida woman was forced to hold a sign that reads “I stole from a local merchant� in front of the store as part of a court-ordered punishment. The woman was standing on the side of the road in front of a Walmart where she shoplifted.
Friday, April 3 2015 6:21 AM EDT2015-04-03 10:21:39 GMT
Two New York women were arrested for allegedly trying to build a homemade bomb and plotting a terrorist attack in the New York City area. One of the women was reportedly partly inspired by the Boston Marathon bombings.
Two New York women were arrested for allegedly trying to build a homemade bomb and plotting a terrorist attack in the New York City area. One of the women was reportedly partly inspired by the Boston Marathon bombings.
Thursday, April 2 2015 12:50 PM EDT2015-04-02 16:50:30 GMT
A Canadian couple is suing a Georgia sperm bank, saying that the donor the company provided for them turned out to be a schizophrenic who has a criminal record and whose photo was doctored to make him look more attractive.
A Canadian couple is suing a Georgia sperm bank, saying that the donor the company provided for them turned out to be a schizophrenic who has a criminal record and whose photo was doctored to make him look more attractive.
Thursday, April 2 2015 6:24 AM EDT2015-04-02 10:24:28 GMT
Businesses and organizations are canceling events and barring travel to Indiana over a religious objections law that critics say would allow discrimination against gays and lesbians.
Businesses and organizations are canceling events and barring travel to Indiana over a religious objections law that critics say would allow discrimination against gays and lesbians.
Wednesday, April 1 2015 12:31 PM EDT2015-04-01 16:31:04 GMT
Amid the outcry over Indiana's new Religious Freedom Restoration Law, another state has passed a similar law. Despite the protests outside the capitol, Arkansas lawmakers went ahead and passed a Religious Freedom Restoration law, which is similar to the one creating controversy in Indiana.
Amid the outcry over Indiana's new Religious Freedom Restoration Law, another state has passed a similar law. Despite the protests outside the capitol, Arkansas lawmakers went ahead and passed a Religious Freedom Restoration law, which is similar to the one creating controversy in Indiana.
Wednesday, April 1 2015 10:17 AM EDT2015-04-01 14:17:32 GMT
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Orlando This stunt may have been done before, but not like this.A Florida father is making headlines for his unorthodox method of dentistry. The father, identified by Sky News as Robert Abercrombie, uses his Camaro sports car to pull his son's tooth.
Orlando This stunt may have been done before, but not like this.A Florida father is making headlines for his unorthodox method of dentistry. The father, identified by Sky News as Robert Abercrombie, uses his Camaro sports car to pull his son's tooth.
Wednesday, April 1 2015 7:02 AM EDT2015-04-01 11:02:09 GMT
Amazon is trying to revolutionize the way consumers shop with a new gadget that makes ordering every day necessities from its website as easy as pushing a button.
Amazon is trying to revolutionize the way consumers shop with a new gadget that makes ordering every day necessities from its website as easy as pushing a button.
Tuesday, March 31 2015 6:11 PM EDT2015-03-31 22:11:04 GMT
An inmate is armed and on the loose after a shooting at Inova Fairfax Hospital in Virginia. Police say the prisoner was in the custody of a private security guard when the prisoner overpowered the officer and escaped.
An inmate is armed and on the loose after a shooting at Inova Fairfax Hospital in Virginia. Police say the prisoner was in the custody of a private security guard when the prisoner overpowered the officer and escaped.
Tuesday, March 31 2015 8:34 AM EDT2015-03-31 12:34:18 GMT
A controversial new law on the books in Indiana is drawing backlash across state lines. The law is called the Religious Freedom Restoration Act and opponents says it's aimed at legalizing discrimination against gays and lesbians.
A controversial new law on the books in Indiana is drawing backlash across state lines. The law is called the Religious Freedom Restoration Act and opponents says it's aimed at legalizing discrimination against gays and lesbians.
Monday, March 30 2015 11:30 AM EDT2015-03-30 15:30:23 GMT
A senior U.S. official says preliminary reports from the scene at Fort Meade, Md., indicate one person is dead after a car with two people tried to ram a gate at the base.
A senior U.S. official says preliminary reports from the scene at Fort Meade, Md., indicate one person is dead after a car with two people tried to ram a gate at the base.
Sunday, March 29 2015 6:40 PM EDT2015-03-29 22:40:09 GMT
As German prosecutors search for what might have motivated co-pilot Andreas Lubitz to deliberately smash the Germanwings plane carrying 149 other people into the French Alps, many experts caution against speculating on a diagnosis.
As German prosecutors search for what might have motivated co-pilot Andreas Lubitz to deliberately smash the Germanwings plane carrying 149 other people into the French Alps, many experts caution against speculating on a diagnosis.
Sunday, March 29 2015 3:33 PM EDT2015-03-29 19:33:55 GMT
The stars of a charity calendar are in their 80s and 90s, but that didn't stop the men and women from an assisted living facility in Ohio from showing a little skin.
The stars of a charity calendar are in their 80s and 90s, but that didn't stop the men and women from an assisted living facility in Ohio from showing a little skin.
Friday, March 27 2015 4:18 PM EDT2015-03-27 20:18:16 GMT
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The 75-year-old Reid says in a statement issued by his office Friday that he wants to make sure Democrats regain control of the Senate next year and that it would be "inappropriate" for him to soak up campaign resources when he could be focusing on putting the Democrats back in power.
The 75-year-old Reid says in a statement issued by his office Friday that he wants to make sure Democrats regain control of the Senate next year and that it would be "inappropriate" for him to soak up campaign resources when he could be focusing on putting the Democrats back in power.
Friday, March 27 2015 12:19 PM EDT2015-03-27 16:19:35 GMT
Imagine falling 30 stories at 95 mph and coming away without a scratch. The fastest roller coaster on the planet is set to open on Friday in North Carolina.
Imagine falling 30 stories at 95 mph and coming away without a scratch. The fastest roller coaster on the planet is set to open on Friday in North Carolina.
Friday, March 27 2015 7:15 AM EDT2015-03-27 11:15:53 GMT
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Doctors say an American health care worker who contracted Ebola while volunteering in a Sierra Leone treatment unit has improved to serious condition at the National Institutes of Health.
Doctors say an American health care worker who contracted Ebola while volunteering in a Sierra Leone treatment unit has improved to serious condition at the National Institutes of Health.
Friday, March 27 2015 6:16 AM EDT2015-03-27 10:16:04 GMT
Firefighters are working to put out pockets of fire at the site of a blaze that leveled an apartment building in Manhattan's East Village. A fire department spokesman says about 200 firefighters and medical staff are on the scene Friday morning.
Firefighters are working to put out pockets of fire at the site of a blaze that leveled an apartment building in Manhattan's East Village. A fire department spokesman says about 200 firefighters and medical staff are on the scene Friday morning.
Thursday, March 26 2015 10:16 AM EDT2015-03-26 14:16:57 GMT
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A 13-year-old Florida boy fatally shot his 6-year-old brother, hurt his 16-year-old brother and then killed himself Wednesday, The Associated Press reports.
A 13-year-old Florida boy fatally shot his 6-year-old brother, hurt his 16-year-old brother and then killed himself Wednesday, The Associated Press reports.
Thursday, March 26 2015 7:18 AM EDT2015-03-26 11:18:11 GMT
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A Washington State Patrol trooper says it's by far the best carpool scam he's seen, but it didn't work.As KOMO-TV put it, "Troopers don't always stop people in the HOV lanes, but when they do, they prefer 'dos' passengers."
A Washington State Patrol trooper says it's by far the best carpool scam he's seen, but it didn't work.As KOMO-TV put it, "Troopers don't always stop people in the HOV lanes, but when they do, they prefer 'dos' passengers."
Wednesday, March 25 2015 7:53 PM EDT2015-03-25 23:53:41 GMT
A U.S. official says the Army sergeant who abandoned his post in Afghanistan and was held by the Taliban for five years will be court martialed on charges of desertion and avoiding military service.
A U.S. official says the Army sergeant who abandoned his post in Afghanistan and was held by the Taliban for five years will be court martialed on charges of desertion and avoiding military service.
Wednesday, March 25 2015 9:01 AM EDT2015-03-25 13:01:33 GMT
Amanda Knox's ex-boyfriend has arrived at Rome's high court for a hearing that will determine their fate in the brutal 2007 murder of Knox's British roommate. Dozens of journalists and camera crews mobbed Raffaele Sollecito as he made his way into the Court of Cassation for Wednesday's final arguments and deliberations.
Amanda Knox's ex-boyfriend has arrived at Rome's high court for a hearing that will determine their fate in the brutal 2007 murder of Knox's British roommate. Dozens of journalists and camera crews mobbed Raffaele Sollecito as he made his way into the Court of Cassation for Wednesday's final arguments and deliberations.
Wednesday, March 25 2015 7:15 AM EDT2015-03-25 11:15:42 GMT
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Authorities say a Wisconsin state trooper was shot and killed in an exchange of gunfire with a person who matched the description of a bank robbery suspect.
Authorities say a Wisconsin state trooper was shot and killed in an exchange of gunfire with a person who matched the description of a bank robbery suspect.
Tuesday, March 24 2015 11:26 AM EDT2015-03-24 15:26:27 GMT
Amy's Kitchen, the organic food company that sells frozen meals, is voluntarily recalling more than 73,000 cases of products due to a concern about listeria in spinach.
Amy's Kitchen, the organic food company that sells frozen meals, is voluntarily recalling more than 73,000 cases of products due to a concern about listeria in spinach.
Monday, March 23 2015 9:39 PM EDT2015-03-24 01:39:26 GMT
A photograph from a 10k race in Kentucky is going viral. It's not of the winner, or even a medal ceremony. Instead, it shows a woman, determined not to give up, crossing the finish line hand in hand with her son and a police officer.
A photograph from a 10k race in Kentucky is going viral. It's not of the winner, or even a medal ceremony. Instead, it shows a woman, determined not to give up, crossing the finish line hand in hand with her son and a police officer.
Monday, March 23 2015 4:47 AM EDT2015-03-23 08:47:26 GMT
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Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz says in a Twitter message that he is running for president. Cruz released an early morning tweet on Monday confirming what had long been an expected White House run from the tea party favorite.
Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz says in a Twitter message that he is running for president. Cruz released an early morning tweet on Monday confirming what had long been an expected White House run from the tea party favorite.
Sunday, March 22 2015 9:31 AM EDT2015-03-22 13:31:34 GMT
The display of some science experiment results at a school in North Carolina has outraged parents, who say it's unacceptable. Students at Lake Norman Charter High School participated in a biology experiment called Genetic Baby Lab.
The display of some science experiment results at a school in North Carolina has outraged parents, who say it's unacceptable. Students at Lake Norman Charter High School participated in a biology experiment called Genetic Baby Lab.
Friday, March 20 2015 7:55 PM EDT2015-03-20 23:55:14 GMT
The story of a pregnant Colorado woman being lured to another woman's home by a Craigslist ad, only to have her baby forcibly removed from her womb, has gripped the nation this week.
The story of a pregnant Colorado woman being lured to another woman's home by a Craigslist ad, only to have her baby forcibly removed from her womb, has gripped the nation this week.
Thursday, March 19 2015 7:44 PM EDT2015-03-19 23:44:09 GMT
Target is settling a class action lawsuit following a massive data breach. Victims of the 2013 breach will be eligible for up to $10,000 each, but will have to prove actual harm done.
Target is settling a class action lawsuit following a massive data breach. Victims of the 2013 breach will be eligible for up to $10,000 each, but will have to prove actual harm done.
Thursday, March 19 2015 7:17 PM EDT2015-03-19 23:17:50 GMT
Federal, state and local authorities are investigating the death of an African-American man found hanging from a tree Thursday near the man's last known residence.
Federal, state and local authorities are investigating the death of an African-American man found hanging from a tree Thursday near the man's last known residence.
Thursday, March 19 2015 12:55 PM EDT2015-03-19 16:55:37 GMT
A 34-year-old woman lured an expectant mother with a Craigslist ad and then stabbed her in the stomach and removed the baby from her womb, police in Longmont, Colorado, said Wednesday.
A 34-year-old woman lured an expectant mother with a Craigslist ad and then stabbed her in the stomach and removed the baby from her womb, police in Longmont, Colorado, said Wednesday.
Wednesday, March 18 2015 8:10 PM EDT2015-03-19 00:10:40 GMT
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WARNING: Details in this story may be disturbing for some readers. The Union County man charged with chaining his foster son to the porch of his home and leaving him there with a dead chicken tied around his neck pleaded guilty to child abuse Wednesday morning.
WARNING: Details in this story may be disturbing for some readers. The Union County man charged with chaining his foster son to the porch of his home and leaving him there with a dead chicken tied around his neck pleaded guilty to child abuse Wednesday morning.
Wednesday, March 18 2015 5:49 PM EDT2015-03-18 21:49:25 GMT
NASA posted this photo of the northern lights as seen from space.
A severe solar storm smacked Earth with a surprisingly big geomagnetic jolt Tuesday, creating an amazing light show and pushing the Aurora Borealis south, allowing more people than usual to enjoy the northern lights show.
A severe solar storm smacked Earth with a surprisingly big geomagnetic jolt Tuesday, creating an amazing light show and pushing the Aurora Borealis south, allowing more people than usual to enjoy the northern lights show.
Wednesday, March 18 2015 5:25 AM EDT2015-03-18 09:25:46 GMT
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Japanese police are investigating phone calls threatening to kill U.S. Ambassador Caroline Kennedy. Authorities said Wednesday that Tokyo's metropolitan police were investigating the calls to the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo.
Japanese police are investigating phone calls threatening to kill U.S. Ambassador Caroline Kennedy. Authorities said Wednesday that Tokyo's metropolitan police were investigating the calls to the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo.
Monday, March 16 2015 11:53 AM EDT2015-03-16 15:53:14 GMT
A filmmaker says he was stunned when he heard Robert Durst, a wealthy eccentric linked to two killings and his wife's disappearance, say he "killed them all."
A filmmaker says he was stunned when he heard Robert Durst, a wealthy eccentric linked to two killings and his wife's disappearance, say he "killed them all."
Saturday, March 14 2015 11:55 AM EDT2015-03-14 15:55:55 GMT
Authorities have charged a 16-year-old girl and arrested two other teens in the caught-on-camera beating of a 15-year-old at a New York City McDonald's.
Authorities have charged a 16-year-old girl and arrested two other teens in the caught-on-camera beating of a 15-year-old at a New York City McDonald's.
Saturday, March 14 2015 11:40 AM EDT2015-03-14 15:40:07 GMT
The deaths of three people who developed a foodborne illness linked to some Blue Bell ice cream products have prompted the Texas icon's first product recall in its 108-year history.
The deaths of three people who developed a foodborne illness linked to some Blue Bell ice cream products have prompted the Texas icon's first product recall in its 108-year history.
Saturday, March 14 2015 11:29 AM EDT2015-03-14 15:29:38 GMT
An American health care worker who contracted Ebola while volunteering in a Sierra Leone treatment unit is in serious condition after arriving at the National Institutes of Health's hospital near Washington, officials said Friday.
An American health care worker who contracted Ebola while volunteering in a Sierra Leone treatment unit is in serious condition after arriving at the National Institutes of Health's hospital near Washington, officials said Friday.
Thursday, March 12 2015 7:03 PM EDT2015-03-12 23:03:02 GMT
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An American health worker who contracted Ebola while volunteering in Africa will be admitted to a hospital at the National Institutes of Health, the agency announced Thursday.
An American health worker who contracted Ebola while volunteering in Africa will be admitted to a hospital at the National Institutes of Health, the agency announced Thursday.
Thursday, March 12 2015 7:31 AM EDT2015-03-12 11:31:30 GMT
The Secret Service is investigating two senior agents after a car crash at the White House complex. Secret Service spokesman Robert Hoback says recently appointed Director Joseph Clancy has been briefed on the March 4 incident.
The Secret Service is investigating two senior agents after a car crash at the White House complex. Secret Service spokesman Robert Hoback says recently appointed Director Joseph Clancy has been briefed on the March 4 incident.
Wednesday, March 11 2015 10:12 PM EDT2015-03-12 02:12:40 GMT
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A Lake Stevens, Washington, third-grade girl was able to circumvent the school's Internet filtering software and distribute pornography to classmates, Seattle's KIRO-TV reports.
A Lake Stevens, Washington, third-grade girl was able to circumvent the school's Internet filtering software and distribute pornography to classmates, Seattle's KIRO-TV reports.
Wednesday, March 11 2015 9:31 PM EDT2015-03-12 01:31:13 GMT
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The police chief in the St. Louis suburb of Ferguson has resigned in the wake of a scathing Justice Department report prompted by the fatal shooting of an unarmed black 18-year-old by a white police officer.
The police chief in the St. Louis suburb of Ferguson has resigned in the wake of a scathing Justice Department report prompted by the fatal shooting of an unarmed black 18-year-old by a white police officer.
Wednesday, March 11 2015 8:54 PM EDT2015-03-12 00:54:45 GMT
Federal immigration and Homeland Security officials are asking the public to help identify a man captured on video sexually abusing an 8-year-old girl.
Federal immigration and Homeland Security officials are asking the public to help identify a man captured on video sexually abusing an 8-year-old girl.
Wednesday, March 11 2015 11:49 AM EDT2015-03-11 15:49:30 GMT
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British multinational telecommunications company Vodafone is rolling out a new bold maternity policy that will give mothers more time off after having a baby.
British multinational telecommunications company Vodafone is rolling out a new bold maternity policy that will give mothers more time off after having a baby.
Wednesday, March 11 2015 11:47 AM EDT2015-03-11 15:47:02 GMT
Marketing is working when it comes to parents' decisions to give their children sugary drinks as a healthy option. The Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity released the results of a new study today revealing 96-percent of parents surveyed had given their children a sugary drink in the last month and believed the drinks were healthy.
Marketing is working when it comes to parents' decisions to give their children sugary drinks as a healthy option. The Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity released the results of a new study today revealing 96-percent of parents surveyed had given their children a sugary drink in the last month and believed the drinks were healthy.
Wednesday, March 11 2015 8:06 AM EDT2015-03-11 12:06:06 GMT
A military official says the seven Marines and four soldiers aboard an Army helicopter that crashed over waters off Florida during a training mission are presumed dead.
A military official says the seven Marines and four soldiers aboard an Army helicopter that crashed over waters off Florida during a training mission are presumed dead.
Thursday, March 5 2015 11:53 AM EST2015-03-05 16:53:55 GMT
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A Delta plane has skidded off a runway while landing at LaGuardia Airport and has crashed through a fence. Port Authority of New York and New Jersey spokesman Joe Pentangelo says the MD-80 went off the runway at around 11:10 a.m. Thursday.
A Delta plane has skidded off a runway while landing at LaGuardia Airport and has crashed through a fence. Port Authority of New York and New Jersey spokesman Joe Pentangelo says the MD-80 went off the runway at around 11:10 a.m. Thursday.
Wednesday, March 4 2015 10:20 AM EST2015-03-04 15:20:38 GMT
An Atlanta Petco employee is out of work after a woman posted a viral video that appears to show the worker “roughing up� one of the dogs on the grooming table, WSB-TV reports.
An Atlanta Petco employee is out of work after a woman posted a viral video that appears to show the worker “roughing up� one of the dogs on the grooming table, WSB-TV reports.
Tuesday, March 3 2015 12:09 PM EST2015-03-03 17:09:25 GMT
Hillary Rodham Clinton used a personal email account during her time as secretary of state, rather than a government-issued email address. Aside from potential security concerns, Clinton's use of a private email address is problematic because official correspondence is supposed to be preserved for the historical record, per the Federal Records Act. Clinton's use of a personal email account while secretary of state was first reported by The New York Times.
Hillary Rodham Clinton used a personal email account during her time as secretary of state, rather than a government-issued email address. Aside from potential security concerns, Clinton's use of a private email address is problematic because official correspondence is supposed to be preserved for the historical record, per the Federal Records Act. Clinton's use of a personal email account while secretary of state was first reported by The New York Times.
Tuesday, March 3 2015 11:57 AM EST2015-03-03 16:57:36 GMT
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to lay out specific concerns about an emerging nuclear deal between Iran and world powers when he speaks to a joint session of Congress today.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to lay out specific concerns about an emerging nuclear deal between Iran and world powers when he speaks to a joint session of Congress today.
Monday, March 2 2015 6:41 AM EST2015-03-02 11:41:33 GMT
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived in Washington. Netanyahu is expected to speak at the American Israel Public Affairs Committee on Monday, and is set to address Congress on Tuesday.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived in Washington. Netanyahu is expected to speak at the American Israel Public Affairs Committee on Monday, and is set to address Congress on Tuesday.
Thursday, February 26 2015 11:33 AM EST2015-02-26 16:33:49 GMT
Abercrombie & Fitch, the clothing store now waning in popularity among teenagers, is at the center of a controversy that has landed them at the United States Supreme Court.
Abercrombie & Fitch, the clothing store now waning in popularity among teenagers, is at the center of a controversy that has landed them at the United States Supreme Court.
Thursday, February 26 2015 4:19 AM EST2015-02-26 09:19:27 GMT
In this courtroom drawing, defendant Akhror Saidakmetov, left; an interpreter, center; and defendant Abdurasul Hasanovich Juraboev, appear at federal court in New York on terrorism charges. (AP Photo/Jane Rosenberg)
Authorities say two men who were part of a plan to support the Islamic State group were vocal about their commitment and desire to be part of the extremist organization.
Authorities say two men who were part of a plan to support the Islamic State group were vocal about their commitment and desire to be part of the extremist organization.
Wednesday, February 25 2015 5:56 PM EST2015-02-25 22:56:16 GMT
In the country illegally, convicted of a crime, then released and able to do it all over again. Federal immigration agents say it's happening in Massachusetts and they're powerless to stop it.
In the country illegally, convicted of a crime, then released and able to do it all over again. Federal immigration agents say it's happening in Massachusetts and they're powerless to stop it.
Thursday, February 19 2015 10:39 AM EST2015-02-19 15:39:55 GMT
A woman who shot herself in the eye on New Year's Day was adjusting the handgun in her bra holster when the accident happened, police told MLive.com Wednesday.
A woman who shot herself in the eye on New Year's Day was adjusting the handgun in her bra holster when the accident happened, police told MLive.com Wednesday.
Thursday, February 19 2015 8:37 AM EST2015-02-19 13:37:20 GMT
In the fight against violent extremism, President Barack Obama says the U.S. has one thing going for it that Europe doesn't: a long tradition of warmly embracing its immigrants, including Muslims.
In the fight against violent extremism, President Barack Obama says the U.S. has one thing going for it that Europe doesn't: a long tradition of warmly embracing its immigrants, including Muslims.
Tuesday, February 17 2015 8:13 AM EST2015-02-17 13:13:12 GMT
The White House says the Justice Department will appeal a federal judge's ruling which temporarily blocked President Barack Obama's executive action on immigration.
The White House says the Justice Department will appeal a federal judge's ruling which temporarily blocked President Barack Obama's executive action on immigration.
Monday, February 16 2015 10:05 PM EST2015-02-17 03:05:57 GMT
One witness described seeing a fireball that rose at least 300 feet into the air after a train carrying more than 100 tankers of crude oil derailed in southern West Virginia.
One witness described seeing a fireball that rose at least 300 feet into the air after a train carrying more than 100 tankers of crude oil derailed in southern West Virginia.
Wednesday, February 11 2015 9:08 AM EST2015-02-11 14:08:14 GMT
President Barack Obama is asking Congress to formally authorize war against Islamic State militants and says the group could threaten the U.S. homeland if left unchecked.
President Barack Obama is asking Congress to formally authorize war against Islamic State militants and says the group could threaten the U.S. homeland if left unchecked.
Tuesday, February 10 2015 9:49 AM EST2015-02-10 14:49:31 GMT
On Tuesday, medical experts from the CDC and children's hospitals nationwide will testify before Congress regarding vaccinations and the concern for children who aren't getting them.
On Tuesday, medical experts from the CDC and children's hospitals nationwide will testify before Congress regarding vaccinations and the concern for children who aren't getting them.
Tuesday, February 10 2015 6:34 AM EST2015-02-10 11:34:31 GMT
President Barack Obama is expected — as early as Tuesday — to ask Congress to approve new war powers, sending Capitol Hill his blueprint for an updated authorization for the use of military force to fight the Islamic State group.
President Barack Obama is expected — as early as Tuesday — to ask Congress to approve new war powers, sending Capitol Hill his blueprint for an updated authorization for the use of military force to fight the Islamic State group.
Saturday, February 7 2015 8:53 AM EST2015-02-07 13:53:30 GMT
In this May 30, 2013, photo, Kayla Mueller is shown after speaking to a group in Prescott, Ariz. (AP Photo/The Daily Courier, Jo. L. Keener)
A hostage at the center of a conflict involving Islamic State militants is an aid worker who grew up in Arizona and was driven by her calling to help children whose lives were ripped apart by war.
A hostage at the center of a conflict involving Islamic State militants is an aid worker who grew up in Arizona and was driven by her calling to help children whose lives were ripped apart by war.
Saturday, February 7 2015 8:44 AM EST2015-02-07 13:44:35 GMT
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For years, some current and former American officials have been urging President Barack Obama to release secret files they say document links between the government of Saudi Arabia and the Sept. 11 attacks.
For years, some current and former American officials have been urging President Barack Obama to release secret files they say document links between the government of Saudi Arabia and the Sept. 11 attacks.
Friday, February 6 2015 5:05 PM EST2015-02-06 22:05:16 GMT
A West Palm Beach man who listed his occupation on an arrest report as “drug dealer� was arrested Tuesday and faces a host of charges, many of them involving drugs.
A West Palm Beach man who listed his occupation on an arrest report as “drug dealer� was arrested Tuesday and faces a host of charges, many of them involving drugs.
Tuesday, January 20 2015 11:29 PM EST2015-01-21 04:29:10 GMT
President Barack Obama declared Tuesday night that the "shadow of crisis" has passed America and urged Congress to build on economic gains by raising taxes on the nation's wealthiest to pay for reductions for the middle class — an agenda more likely to antagonize the new Republican majority than win its approval.
President Barack Obama declared Tuesday night that the "shadow of crisis" has passed America and urged Congress to build on economic gains by raising taxes on the nation's wealthiest to pay for reductions for the middle class — an agenda more likely to antagonize the new Republican majority than win its approval.
Tuesday, January 20 2015 5:00 AM EST2015-01-20 10:00:18 GMT
Who says it doesn't pay to send a letter to the president of the United States? It paid off for eight people from around the country who shared with President Barack Obama stories of how his policies helped them overcome personal hardship.
Who says it doesn't pay to send a letter to the president of the United States? It paid off for eight people from around the country who shared with President Barack Obama stories of how his policies helped them overcome personal hardship.
Saturday, January 17 2015 9:21 AM EST2015-01-17 14:21:23 GMT
President Barack Obama is giving a sneak peek at some of the people he's invited to this year's State of the Union address. Obama delivers the address on Tuesday. Typically, the White House invites people whose personal stories illustrate themes in the president's speech.
President Barack Obama is giving a sneak peek at some of the people he's invited to this year's State of the Union address. Obama delivers the address on Tuesday. Typically, the White House invites people whose personal stories illustrate themes in the president's speech.
Friday, January 16 2015 8:08 PM EST2015-01-17 01:08:57 GMT
A Chicago-area teen accused of killing her mother on the Indonesian island of Bali can use her trust fund money for her legal defense, a judge ruled Friday.
A Chicago-area teen accused of killing her mother on the Indonesian island of Bali can use her trust fund money for her legal defense, a judge ruled Friday.
Friday, January 16 2015 4:38 AM EST2015-01-16 09:38:21 GMT
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is meeting top officials in France to express America's solidarity with the French people after last week's deadly terrorist attacks.
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is meeting top officials in France to express America's solidarity with the French people after last week's deadly terrorist attacks.
Thursday, January 15 2015 7:13 AM EST2015-01-15 12:13:13 GMT
U.S. President Barack Obama and British Prime Minister David Cameron say strong economies and democratic institutions will defeat "those who think they can muzzle freedom of speech and expression with violence.
U.S. President Barack Obama and British Prime Minister David Cameron say strong economies and democratic institutions will defeat "those who think they can muzzle freedom of speech and expression with violence.
Wednesday, January 14 2015 2:12 PM EST2015-01-14 19:12:10 GMT
The Republican U.S. House voted Wednesday to overturn President Barack Obama's key immigration policies, approving legislation that would eliminate new deportation protections for millions and expose hundreds of thousands of younger immigrants to expulsion.
The Republican U.S. House voted Wednesday to overturn President Barack Obama's key immigration policies, approving legislation that would eliminate new deportation protections for millions and expose hundreds of thousands of younger immigrants to expulsion.
Wednesday, January 14 2015 4:51 AM EST2015-01-14 09:51:27 GMT
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An Ohio bartender with a history of psychiatric illness was indicted last week on a charge of threatening to murder House Speaker John Boehner, possibly by poisoning his drink at a country club or shooting him, according to court documents.
An Ohio bartender with a history of psychiatric illness was indicted last week on a charge of threatening to murder House Speaker John Boehner, possibly by poisoning his drink at a country club or shooting him, according to court documents.
Tuesday, January 13 2015 10:55 AM EST2015-01-13 15:55:49 GMT
Facebook users in the U.S. will soon receive Amber Alerts to help find missing children who may be located near them. Facebook Inc. is working with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to send the alerts to users' mobile phones if they are in a search area where a child has been abducted.
Facebook users in the U.S. will soon receive Amber Alerts to help find missing children who may be located near them. Facebook Inc. is working with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to send the alerts to users' mobile phones if they are in a search area where a child has been abducted.
Tuesday, January 13 2015 4:31 AM EST2015-01-13 09:31:32 GMT
Smoke from an unidentified source filled a busy downtown subway station in the nation's capital Monday, forcing the evacuation of hundreds just before afternoon rush hour, authorities said.
Smoke from an unidentified source filled a busy downtown subway station in the nation's capital Monday, forcing the evacuation of hundreds just before afternoon rush hour, authorities said.
Monday, January 12 2015 1:14 PM EST2015-01-12 18:14:58 GMT
The twitter site of the military's U.S. Central Command was taken over Monday by hackers claiming to be working on behalf of the Islamic State militants.
The twitter site of the military's U.S. Central Command was taken over Monday by hackers claiming to be working on behalf of the Islamic State militants.
Saturday, January 10 2015 3:11 PM EST2015-01-10 20:11:47 GMT
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In a move that surprised his most loyal supporters and former staff, Mitt Romney told several donors Friday he's seriously considering a third run for the White House.
In a move that surprised his most loyal supporters and former staff, Mitt Romney told several donors Friday he's seriously considering a third run for the White House.
Friday, January 9 2015 4:40 PM EST2015-01-09 21:40:32 GMT
Five-year-old Phoebe Jonchuck was likely alive when her father dropped her over a bridge railing, sending her into the waters of Tampa Bay, police said Friday.
Five-year-old Phoebe Jonchuck was likely alive when her father dropped her over a bridge railing, sending her into the waters of Tampa Bay, police said Friday.
Thursday, January 8 2015 2:09 PM EST2015-01-08 19:09:47 GMT
The Obama administration said Thursday it is fining Honda $70 million -- the largest civil penalty levied against an automaker -- for not reporting to regulators some 1,729 complaints that its vehicles caused deaths and injuries, and for not reporting warranty claims.
The Obama administration said Thursday it is fining Honda $70 million -- the largest civil penalty levied against an automaker -- for not reporting to regulators some 1,729 complaints that its vehicles caused deaths and injuries, and for not reporting warranty claims.
Saturday, January 3 2015 4:51 PM EST2015-01-03 21:51:30 GMT
A man reportedly facing family and other problems shot and killed his wife and two grown children before taking his life at a Northern California home on New Year's Day, police and a relative said Friday.
A man reportedly facing family and other problems shot and killed his wife and two grown children before taking his life at a Northern California home on New Year's Day, police and a relative said Friday.
Friday, January 2 2015 5:20 AM EST2015-01-02 10:20:04 GMT
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Mario Cuomo, a leading liberal voice who served three terms as governor of New York, died just hours after his son Andrew began his second term as the state's chief executive.
Mario Cuomo, a leading liberal voice who served three terms as governor of New York, died just hours after his son Andrew began his second term as the state's chief executive.
An influx of young people to Vermont in the 1970s brought experimental communes to the hillsides, political and social activism, food cooperatives, drug use and it also sparked fears of a hippie invasion.
Aside from peace signs and food cooperatives, the 1970s influx of longhaired youth to Vermont brought experimental communes to the hillsides and social activism, as well as drug use and fears of a hippie invasion.
The people of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation are no strangers to hardship or to the risk of lives being cut short. But a recent string of seven suicides by teenagers has shaken this impoverished community and...
The people of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation are no strangers to hardship or to the risk of lives being cut short. But a string of seven suicides by teenagers in recent months has shaken this impoverished community to...
Jurors are scheduled to hear closing arguments Monday in the case against a man accused of killing 6-year-old Etan Patz (AY'-tahn payts) in 1979.
Jurors are scheduled to hear closing arguments in the case against a 54-year-old New Jersey man accused of killing 6-year-old Etan Patz on May 25, 1979 as the boy headed to school.
Police say a Lamborghini that was part of an exotic car Walt Disney World racing attraction crashed into a guardrail, killing a passenger and injuring the driver.
A Lamborghini that was part of an exotic car racing attraction at Walt Disney World crashed into a guardrail, killing a passenger and injuring the driver on Sunday, police said.
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