Government Shutdown 2015: US House Of Representatives Set To Vote On $1.1T Spending Bill
The measure, which is expected to be signed by U.S. President Barack Obama, provides for spending increases and $620 billion in tax breaks.
Minnesota Law Limiting Transgender Access To Healthcare Challenged By ACLU
The American Civil Liberties Union has said the Minnesota ban, which excludes transition-related surgery from coverage, is discriminatory and has no medical basis.
Baltimore Police Freddie Gray New Trial Date: Will William Porter Get A Plea Deal In Exchange For Testimony Against Other Officers?
William Porter, one of six officers charged in the death of Freddie Gray, will face a second trial after a jury failed to reach a verdict Wednesday.
South Carolina Spring Valley High School Update: Richland Black Parents Want Charges Dropped Against Teen Body Slammed By Ex-Police Officer Ben Fields
A black high school student was slammed to the ground by a white police officer before being charged with a misdemeanor in October.
Disney World Puts Metal Detectors Outside Of Parks, Stops Sales Of Toy Guns
The move comes ahead of the "Star Wars" premiere and amid heightened security concerns following terror attacks in Paris and California.
Christmas 2015 Party Ideas: How To Host A Last-Minute, Cheap, Easy Bash With Snacks, Drinks And Decorating Tips
So you've decided to throw a Christmas party before the big day, now what?
Freddie Gray Trial: As Baltimore Waits For William Porter Verdict, Businesses Worried More Riots Will Rage Through City
The riots in Baltimore following the death of Freddie Gray — who suffered a fatal spinal cord injury while in police custody — caused an estimated $9 million in damage.
Amid Freddie Gray Trial, What Would Prison For William Porter Look Like? Ex-Baltimore Officer Could Go In Protective Custody For Safety
Incarcerated former law enforcement officers are often kept away from other inmates for safety reasons, officials say.
San Bernardino Attacks: $1M In Costs To City Stemming From Shooting
The City Council is expected to make an emergency declaration that could lead to additional federal and state funding.
Troll ISIS Day: Measuring The Effectiveness Of Anonymous' Campaign Against The Islamic State
The activist collective asked the social media world Friday to mock the Islamic State group using Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Will it make any difference?
Tuberculosis In California? San Jose Nurse May Have Infected More Than 1,000 With Disease
About 350 of those possibly infected in California were infants, the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center says.
Paris Climate Talks: Changes In Store For Developing Nations; Some Leaders Not Convinced Deal Will Do Enough
However, China and a number of other developing countries say they are pleased with the new agreement.
Islamic State Group In Malaysia? ISIS Has At Least 50,000 Supporters In Country, Officials Say
About two dozen supporters of the Islamic State group have been charged in the country's courts.
Syrian Conflict: Russia Says Riyadh Meeting Among Opposition Not Representative Of All Groups
The groups called for a resignation of Syrian President Bashar Assad, whom Russia has supported.
New York Daily Fantasy Update: DraftKings, FanDuel Allowed To Operate After Temporary Stay Granted
The daily fantasy sports sites received a stay hours after a judge granted an injunction that would have blocked them from doing business in New York.
San Bernardino Attack: Encryption Found In Phones Of Shooters, Law Enforcement Says
Lawmakers have used recent terror attacks as leverage to push for legislation that would help law enforcement decrypt private conversations.
Freddie Gray Trial: Baltimore Police Prepare For Riots Ahead Of Monday Closing Arguments In William Porter Case
Closing arguments are scheduled next week in the trial of one of six police officers linked to the death of Freddie Gray.
Mario Woods Police Shooting Video: San Francisco Students Protest After New Fatal Footage Released
Five San Francisco police officers fatally shot Mario Woods on Dec. 2, prompting calls for the city's police chief to resign.
Washington DC Crime Rate 2015: Amid Gentrification, A Public Safety Crisis Worries Some Neighborhood Leaders, Police Union
Police in Washington, amid a retirement bubble, are struggling to respond to rising crime in some of the U.S. capital's fast-gentrifying neighborhoods.
Paris Islamic State Terror Threat: Transport Workers Strike Amid Spike In Suspicious Package Claims
Train traffic was severely disrupted Thursday as a result of the 24-hour strike, which comes in the wake of increased reports of suspicious packages.
San Bernardino Shooting Domestic Violence Allegation: Brother Of Suspect Syed Rizwan Farook Under Investigation
A woman reported a domestic disturbance at Syed Raheel Farook's home Saturday.
White House Press Secretary: Donald Trump Muslim Controversy Disqualifies Him From Being President
Josh Earnest said Tuesday Donald Trump’s comments not only increase anti-Muslim sentiment but also endanger national security.
Election 2016: Bernie Sanders In Freddie Gray's Baltimore Neighborhood Visits With Black Ministers, Voters
“Anyone who took the walk we took around this neighborhood would not think you’re in a wealthy nation; you would think that you’re in a Third World country,” Sanders said Tuesday.
What Is The Feast Of The Immaculate Conception? The Meaning Of The Holy Day Of Obligation
The day celebrates the immaculate conception of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
Chicago Gang Violence 2015: Activists Say City Won't Fund Prevention Programs That Worked In Los Angeles
Activists in Chicago are asking why proven social programs to combat gangs have been underfunded in the wake of recent high-profile gang murders.
Leytonstone Stabbing Attack: Suspect Yelled 'This Is For Syria' Before Incident, Reports Say
A man with a knife injured three riders in the London Underground in an incident that police are examining as an act of terrorism.
If Elected President, Ted Cruz Promises To 'Kill The Terrorists,' Candidate Says In New Ad
The ad is scheduled to roll out during a football game Saturday.
Miami Beach Police Shoot Man Suspected Of Robbery: Watch Video
The man allegedly first attempted to rob a bank and then fled into a barber shop when police came.
What Will Happen To The Bodies Of The Paris Attackers? French Officials Undecided
If the attackers' bodies are not returned to their families for burial, then they may be interred in anonymous graves to avoid creating extremist shrines.
Russia-Turkey Crisis: Moscow Says U.S. Drone Footage Shows ISIS Tankers Crossing Into Turkey
However, the U.S. has rejected Russia's claim that Turkey's government is benefiting from oil smuggled out of Syria by the Islamic State group.
