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Local News: Red Robin Restaurant Exposes Thousands to Hepatitis A; Infected Missouri Employee Reportedly Worked for Months

In addition to some fast food, a Red Robin in Springfield, Missouri also exposed up to 5,000 patrons to hepatitis A thanks to an infected employee.

Thailand Military Confirms Coup; Constitution Is 'Temporarily Suspended'

On Thursday, the Thai military officially announced that they have taken over the country in a military coup.

Lawyer Works to Free US Marine Held in Mexican Prison: Andrew Tahmooressi to Have Hearing May 28

U.S. Marine Sgt. Andrew Tahmooressi has been in Mexican prison since March 31, and the journey to set him free has been slowed by obstacles.

Tea Party Losing Support in the Polls, Americans Disillusioned With Congress

A new CBS poll shows the Tea Party is losing support. The Tea Party's influence may have been felt during the 2010 election, but four years later, just 15 percent of Americans support the conservative political movement.

Immigration Reform News 2014: John Boehner Defends Rejecting Immigrant Bill That Affects Military Members

The bill was co-sponsored by 50 members of the House, but Boehner said it wasn't time to vote on it yet.

Secretary of State John Kerry Travels to Mexico to Discuss U.S. Role in Venezuela Crisis

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has traveled to Mexico to discuss the U.S.' role in the Venezuela crisis.

Nevada House Passes Bills to Fight Human Trafficking: International Tourism Led to Boom in Organized Crime

The bills had bipartisan support Nevada congressmen are in agreement on supporting five bills that will reinforce state laws against human trafficking.

Latino Statistics, Studies, and Polls: Majority of California Latinos Support Reforming Drug Enforcement Policies

A new poll shows that a majority of California Latinos are against harsh drug sentencing laws. A majority of California Latinos support the reduction of harsh drug sentences, according to a new poll.

Dow Jones Stock Market News: Stocks Up Over 100 Points Wednesday

Reversal of Tuesday's sharp fall. Stocks on the Dow Jones Stock Exchange pointed higher Wednesday as Wall Street looks forward to the Federal Reserve's last meeting.

North Carolina House Approves Bill Taxing E-Cigarettes: Amendment Defines E-Cigs as Tobacco Product

The bill also deals with small businesses After much prodding by the tobacco industry for the government to impose taxes on e-cigarettes as well as cigarettes, the North Carolina House has approved a bill introducing a modest tax on electronic cigarettes in its first major vote this season.

McDonald's Workers Strike Worldwide: US Fast-Food Workers Demand $15 an Hour

Fast food workers are paid below the poverty-level McDonald's workers and other fast-food employees around the world staged a protest requesting a wage increase on Thursday, May 15.

Cannes Film Festival 2014: Eva Longoria Talks Latinos in Politics Following RNC Attack on Latino Victory Project

In about two years, the United States will say goodbye to its first black president. Will the country make history again and choose another minority leader? Actress and political activist Eva Longoria certainly thinks so.

Obama Administration Set to Release Memo That Approved Targeted Drone Killings

The Obama administration has announced that it will disclose a secret memo that approved targeted drone killings.

Primary Election 2014: McConnell, Other Established Republicans Secure Victories

6 primaries held Tuesday result in mostly expected victories Senator Mitch McConnell faced his first big challenge in the Kentucky Republican primary Tuesday.

California Bus Crash: 4 Dead, 21 Injured in Early Morning Bus Accident

Bus flipped onto its side near Blythe Calif. A passenger bus carrying 32 passengers flipped onto its side and slid down an embankment after trying to avoid steel pipes that spilled from a big rig early Wednesday morning.

New Poll: More Americans Support Gay Marriage Than Ever Before

A new Gallop poll shows that support for gay marriage has reached an all-time high. American support for gay marriage is at an all-time high, according to a new Gallup poll.

Russia Finally Inks Massive Gas Deal with China; 30-Year Agreement is Reportedly Worth $400 Billion

On Wednesday, Russia and China signed a 30-year gas contract, giving Russia an economic boost and bringing the country diplomatically closer to China.

International News: US Department of Homeland Security Hopes to Bring Peru Into Visa Waiver Program

Yesterday, the United States Department of Homeland Security announced that it will work with the Peruvian government to bring the country into its Visa Waiver Program.

Environment & Conservation News: President Barack Obama to Name New Mexico's Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks a National Monument Amidst Opposition

The White House has announced that President Barack Obama will make New Mexico's Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks a national monument today.

WikiLeaks Threatens to Reveal NSA-Targeted Country Despite Warnings

WikiLeaks is at it again. The transparency-touting organization has announced that it will soon reveal the name of a country that the NSA records every single phone call in despite warnings that it could lead to innocent deaths.
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