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Immigration Reform and Border Crisis: Anti-Immigration Organization Aims to Fight Illegals With Watch Group

Minuteman project existed for five years and helped patrol the border from 2005-2010; but the group was accused of being vigilantes and charged with crimes. But a renewed effort encourages following laws and set to patrol again in 2015.

Air Algerie Missing Plane Crash: Flight with 116 People Disappears From Radar, Crashes in Mali

About half of the passengers plane were French. An Air Algerie plane carrying 116 people disappeared from radar shortly after takeoff late Wednesday night and then crashed in Mali, a French Ministry of Defense official told Fox News.

Justice Department Investigation of Newark Police Finds Routine Excessive Force, Unwarranted Stops, Theft and Racism

The US Department of Justice, following the recommendation of the Obama Administration, has been investigating the nation's police departments. On Wednesday, the Department of Justice released its findings from a three-year investigation of the Newark Police Department in New Jersey following 418 allegations of police misconduct.

Ex-CEO of Jewish Charity Gets Prison Sentence for Stealing From Anti-Poverty Charity in NYC

The former CEO of a prominent and politically connected Jewish charity in New York City was sentenced to prison on Wednesday for his role in stealing over $9 million from his anti-poverty non-profit.

Immigration Child Migrant Laws: House Republicans Release Set of Proposals to Manage Border Crisis

House Republicans released a plan Wednesday to counter the Senate Democrats' proposals to deal with the growing immigration crisis.

Aid Comes to Detroit Residents Facing Lack of Water

Detroit residents are unable to pay their water bills, especially low-income residents, and the utility company said it needed to recoup almost $90 million. It threatened to shut off the water but has delayed that decision, in the meantime a judge told them to do more to help the residnets, while help is coming form outside.

Eric Garner Police Brutality: Vigil Held for Man Who Died After NYPD Officer Put Him in Choke Hold

A candlelight vigil was held on Tuesday in memory of the man who died last Thursday after New York police officers allegedly put him in a choke hold.

New York Nurses and Caregivers Avert Strike With New Contract

Nurses and caregivers, members of 1199 SEIU United Healthcare Workers East, have a new four-year working contract. The deal came following early hour negotiations on Tuesday, after five months of impasse, when shop stewards for 1199 SEIU members reached a tentative agreement with the League of Voluntary Hospitals and Homes.

New York Black, Latino and Asian Caucus Leaders Demand Swift Investigation Into Sudden Death of Eric Garner

NY BLA Caucus demand a swift, thorough investigation into tragic death of Eric Garner, who died follow an arrest where a chokehold was used, a police tactic banned since 1993.

Eric Garner Death: NYPD Undergoes Addtional Training After Death of Man in Police Custody

Entire force will undergo training on the use of violence. Every officer in the New York Police Department will be required to undergo additional training on the use of force after a man died last week in police custody, NYPD Police Commissioner William Bratton said Tuesday, according to ABC News.

Michele Bachmann 2016 Presidential Race: Minnesota Congresswoman Says There Is a Chance She Will Run Again

Bachmann, republican and Tea Party favorite from the 2012 race, is thinking about running again for president after ending her stint in Congress this year.

Powerball Numbers & Results July 23, 2014: Watch Live Stream Of Drawing For $40 Million Jackpot

The excitement is growing for the July 23 Powerball jackpot, which has risen to $40 million. The drawing will take place Wednesday at 11 p.m. EDT.

Fruit Recall 2014: Trader Joe's, Kroger, Costco, and Wal-Mart Among Retailers Reportedly Affected By Contaminated Listeria

Fruit packing company recalls produce amid fears of Listeria contamination. A company has recalled fruit from major retailers like Costco, Trader Joe's, Kroger or Wal-Mart in a nationwide effort to get rid of contaminated product, according to CNN.

No Ceasefire Yet in Gaza

US and UN officials meeting to discuss a ceasefire while 100,000 Palestinians are homeless and nearly 500 people have died since the Israeli Forces operations began.

White Flags Appear On Brooklyn Bridge in Puzzling Security Breach

Authorities are investigating the security breach and trying to figure out what the flags are supposed to mean.

Obamacare Pros and Cons: Federal Appeals Courts Deliver Split Decision Over Affordable Care Act Tax Subsidies

Two federal appeals courts handed down conflicting rulings on Tuesday over President Obama's signature health care overhaul. One decision upheld a victory for the health law, but the other was a major blow.

Hurricane 2014 Watch and Report: Tropical Depression 2 in Central Atlantic Expected to Weaken

After forming in the Atlantic earlier this week, Tropical Depression 2 to head west over the mid-Atlantic Ocean Monday night, with maximum winds of 35 mph.

Affordable Care Act Update: US Federal Judges Rule Conflicting Decisions on Federal Insurance Subsidies

Two federal courts ruled contradictory decisions on subsidies of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) on Tuesday that may affect people across 36 states.

Researchers Gain New Insight Into Possible Schizophrenia Genes

A new study defines stronger links to schizophrenia in relation to a persons immunity and to genetics. A persons risk can be defined by the analysis of the human genome.

KIDS COUNT Data Book Study Shows Latino Child Poverty Rates on the Rise

A new study reveals that the rate of child poverty across the nation has been on the rise for over a decade, while African American and Latino children are more likely to grow up in a low-income household.