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'Three Strikes' Law: California High Court Eases Implementation of Doubling Criminal Sentences

The California High Court has stated that two felonies can't stem from one act. The California high court has eased on its implementation of the "three strikes" law.

Angelina Jolie vs. Daily Mail: Actress Takes Legal Action to Remove Video Released by Newspaper

Actress Angelina Jolie is taking legal action against the Daily Mail after the newspaper released a video online they claim is from the late 1990s when Jolie was addicted to heroin

Afghan War Veteran Held in Tecate, Mexico: US Marine Sent Back to Prison After Weapons Hearing

The accused says he was lost when he entered Mexico with weapons in his truck A U. S. Marine will return to the Mexican prison where he has been held since March, after a Mexican judge ordered him back following the first hearing on weapons charges, according to Fox News.

LULAC 2014: Puerto Ricans Consider Statehood, Economic Future

The island's relationship with the United States is the subject of an ongoing debate in Puerto Rico, the U.S. and the United Nations as to whether it will remain a U.S. territory or become a U.S. state or an independent country. In a nonbinding referendum in 2012, Puerto Ricans voted 61 percent in favor of becoming a state.

China, US Discuss Cybersecurity During Annual 'Strategic and Economic Dialogue'

China and the U.S. discussed hacking incidents but failed to mention new allegations revealed today.

National Gay Blood Drive Tries to Lift Ban on Gay Donations

The second annual National Gay Blood Drive was held Friday, which seeks to lift a FDA ban on gay and bisexual men from donating blood.

Powerball Numbers and Results July 11, 2014: Watch Live Stream of Drawing for $40 Million Jackpot

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

Six Flags Roller Coaster 2014: Injured 'Ninja' Passengers File Lawsuit Against Magic Mountain

Two people who were riding the Ninja roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain when a fallen tree branch derailed it Monday filed a lawsuit against the Southern California amusement park Wednesday after they allegedly suffered head injuries in connection with the incident.

HIV Baby 2014: Doctors Say Once 'Cured' Child is Infected Again

The miracle baby that scientists declared was "functionally cured" of HIV after being born HIV positive is infected once again.

Ford Models Founder Eileen Ford Dies at 92

Eileen Ford gave many important models their start. Eileen Ford, who co-founded Ford Models, died on Wednesday, July 9 at age 92. Ford started the agency with her husband Gerald Ford, and it is still one of the biggest modeling agencies.

Immigration Reform News 2014: President Obama Urges Congress to Pass Deportation Funding

As the nation's border states continue to see an influx of unaccompanied minors from Central America cross the U.S.-Mexico border, filling up federal facilities, President Barack Obama urged Congress on Wednesday to pass a $3.7 billion fund to process the undocumented minors and transport them back to their homelands.

Senator McCaskill's Report Discovers Colleges Failing on Sexual Assault

The report will inform a new bill being drafted by a bipartisan Senate group. A report released by the Missouri senator reveals that colleges around the nation are failing their students where sexual assault is concerned.

Sgt. Andrew Tahmooressi Testifies During First Court Hearing in Tijuana

Sgt. Andrew Tahmooressi attended a nine-hour hearing Wednesday at a courthouse in Tijuana where he pleaded not guilty to weapons charges that were brought against him in April.

Hellbender Facts and Habitat: US Fish and Wildlife Service May Put North America's Biggest Salamander on Endangered Species List

Scientists are concerned about the hellbender salamander's declining population. Scientists are concerned about the hellbender salamander's declining population.

Uber Kidnapping: Passenger Says Driver Ran From Authorities While Driving Him

Uber has dismissed the driver who took passenger on wild ride. A business traveler was taken for an Uber ride that he'll never forget. That's because he claimed the driver took him on a high-speed ride while trying to evade authorities.

US Unemployment Claims Fall to Pre-Recession Levels

Drop in claims possibly points to a strengthening labor market In the first week of July, initial claims for unemployment benefits in the U. S. fell to the third-lowest level this year, and could signal an improving labor market, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal.

Detroit Art Collection Value & Worth: Works Reportedly Worth Billions; How Much Could Collection Sell For?

An appraisal of the Detroit Institute of Arts collection estimates the works are worth $2.7 billion to $4.6 billion.

US Justice Department Prioritizes Unaccompanied Central American Minors in Immigration Courts: Over 100,000 Other Cases Delayed

On Tuesday, the U.S. Justice Department announced that the tens of thousands of undocumented and unaccompanied Central American minors who recently entered the U.S. will be get priority in immigration courts.

National Alliance on Mental Illness Report: More Than 80% of Adults With Serious Mental Illness Remain Unemployed

The recession created a spike in unemployment across the board, but one of the hardest hit groups, which was already struggling to garner support and assistance - adults with mental illness - remain unemployed and are relying on expensive social security income programs to live.

Bigfoot Sighting Video and Footage: New Video Said to Feature Bigfoot Goes Viral [Video]

A new YouTube video that claims to have captured the mysterious creature on camera has gone viral. On June 28, Randy O'neal uploaded a video titled "Bigfoot Caught on Camera By Virginia Man," which has received over 870,000 views.
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