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Spring Storm 2014 Tornado Watch Update: Texas, Arkansas Dealing With Aftermath of Severe Storms

Arkansas and Texas are dealing with the messy aftermath of severe thunderstorms that tore through the states Thursday, leaving devastation in their wake.

Leticia Van de Putte, Candidate for Texas Lieutenant Governor, On Growing Up and Learning as a Latina

Texas State Senator Leticia Van de Putte, former member of the Texas House of Representatives and practicing pharmacist, is the Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor in the Nov. 4, 2014 general election. She credits her personal, professional, and political career to strong backing from parents, an intense concern for education and community, and a deep understanding of the obstacles that Latino parents face.

Google, Yahoo, Facebook Oppose FCC's New Net Neutrality Rules

Do you remember the day the internet went on strike against a bad piece of legislation? It may happen again. The internet dream team behind 2011's SOPA protests has sent what may be the opening salvo in another pressure campaign, this time to stop the Federal Communications Commission's reportedly proposed "Open Internet" rules.

Appeals Court Decides on Temporary Stay Over Proof-of-Citizenship Voting Requirement in Kansas and Arizona

A federal appeals court issued a stay Thursday on a ruling that requires Arizona and Kansas to require proof-of-citizenship requirements for people using federal forms to register to vote.

Crimea News 2014: Russian President Vladimir Putin Celebrates Victory Day; Leader Makes First Visit to Crimea Since Annexation

Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrated Victory Day in Moscow Friday and also made a visit to Crimea, which was annexed by Russia in March.

Mega Millions Numbers & Results May 9: Live Stream of Drawing Time; $105M Jackpot

If you're a Mega Millions ticket holder, then get ready for the Friday, May 9, lottery jackpot drawing, which has risen to a whopping $105 million.

Mexico Earthquake Felt 171 Miles Away From Epicenter

On Thursday, Mexico experienced a 6.4 magnitude earthquake. On Thursday, Mexico experienced a 6. 4 magnitude earthquake. According to the U. S. Geological Survey, the earthquake's epicenter was in southern Guerrero, a state in the west of Mexico, at a 14.

Dr. Dre Poised to Become Billionaire as Apple Looks to Buy Beats Electronics for $3.2 Billion

In a departure from its more modest acquisition history, Apple is said to be in talks to purchase Beats Electronics, LLC, a headphone and audio device maker and streaming music company for an estimated $3.2 billion.

'Snooki' Learns Sex of Her Second Baby, Reveals to Friends, Fans Family...'Oh God, It's A Girl'' [Video]

Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi took to her website Thursday to post an exclusive video in which she revealed the sex of the new baby she and fiancé Jionni LaValle are expecting in early Fall.

Philadelphia School District Principal and Four Teachers Charged With Cheating on Standardized Test

One principal and four teachers in the Philadelphia School District where charged Thursday with encouraging and enabling cheating on the PSSA, a Pennsylvania standardized test.

Latino Voter Turnout Projected to Grow Overall, But Midterm Numbers May Be Lower Than 2012

A new report projects that Latino voting turnout is increasing overall, but still lags behind other voting groups. Latino voting turnout at the midterm elections is also expected to be lower than in 2012.

Pro-Russian Rebels Claim Ukraine Independence Vote to Be Held Sunday

Despite Russian President Vladimir Putin's request that the referendum be postponed, pro-Russian rebels claim that the vote will go ahead Sunday.

Immigration Reform News 2014: Obama Administration Cracks Down on School Discrimination Against Undocumented Students

On Thursday, the Obama administration issued a set of guidelines to prevent public schools from discriminating against the enrollment of undocumented students.

Syrian News & War: Rebels Destroy Carlton Citadel Hotel; Government Troops Killed in Attack

Syrian rebels have blown up a historic hotel-turned-army base in Aleppo, reportedly killing government troops.

Jodi Arias Trial News Update: Trial Starts for New York Man Indicted in Arias Stalker Case

The trial for the New York man charged with threatening two popular TV hosts that covered the Jodi Arias murder case is slated to begin Thursday.

MMA News: Bill to Legalize MMA in New York Remains Stalled by Bureaucracy & Feuds

The state of New York continues to ban mixed martial arts (MMA), the only state in the US that has not lifted its ban on the sports, despite economic reports that tout the tax revenue boost the sports could bring the state - as much as $67 million a year.

Fast Food Forward Workers From McDonald's, Burger King, and KFC Plan Massive Strike for Higher Wage

Workers are demanding $15 per hour. Fast food workers worldwide demanding more pay are ready to strike on May 15. Fast Food Forward, a group that represents U.

Russian President Vladimir Putin Announces Pullback of Russian Troops From Ukraine

Vladimir Putin announced Wednesday that Russia has pulled its troops from the Ukraine border. Russia has pulled its troops out from the Ukraine border in an attempt to stem the growing violence in the country, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Wednesday.

Miley Cyrus News Updates 2014: Miley Flashes Nipple In Accidental New Nip Slip Video On Instagram [WATCH]

Miley Cyrus was in London on Tuesday for a highly anticipated performance at the O2 Theatre. But earlier in the day she managed to squeeze some time out of her busy schedule to post what turned out to be a rather risqué video on her Instagram page.

U.S. Universities Consider Altering Offensive Fight Song Lyrics

Some fight songs can be considered offensive. Universities across the U. S. are considering changing the lyrics to fight songs that can be considered offensive.