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Immigration Activist Cesar Vargas Continues Fight Over Law License

Immigration activist Cesar Vargas continues his fight to obtain a license to practice law in his home state of New York. Despite passing a legal hurdle, another one has been thrown on his path, but the DREAMer and activist is not deterred.

Univision, Washington Post To Hold Republican Candidates Forum in 2016

The largest Spanish-language network in the United States, Univision, will be hosting its own Republican debate next year ahead of the final decision for the party's nominee. The network will team with the Washington Post to moderate and cover the so-called Republican candidates' forum.

Family Sues Previous Owners of Their Home Over Creepy Letters From a Stalker Identified as 'The Watcher'

A family is suing the people who sold them a million dollar home in New Jersey without forewarning them about a mysterious stalker who had a mentally disturbed obsession with the house.

Wounded U.S. Veterans Being Trained to Catch Child Predators

Wounded U.S. veteran warriors have taken on a new role with Homeland security catching child predators.

Boston Marathon Bomber Trial Update: Convicted Terrorist Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Apologizes to Victims

Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev addressed a federal court for the first time on Wednesday, admitting his guilt for committing the 2013 terrorist attack and apologizing to the victims.

Universal Studios Hollywood Debuts New ‘Fast and Furious’ Ride

The new "Fast and Furious" attraction debuts at Universal Studios in Hollywood. Universal Studios in Hollywood has debuted its new "Fast and Furious" ride for fans all over the country.

Freddie Gray Police Video: Leaked Autopsy Report Concludes Gray Died From 'High-Energy' Injury

A leaked autopsy report reveals Freddie Gray suffered from a "high-energy injury" inside of a Baltimore police van, which led to his death in April.

Women's Rights News: Meryl Streep Urges Congress to Revive Equal Rights Amendment

Three-time Oscar winner Meryl Streep is asking Congress to revive the Equal Rights Amendment, which the states failed to ratify in the 1970s. The famous actress on Tuesday sent letters to the nation's 535 lawmakers, which came attached to copies of "Equal Means Equal," a book by ERA Coalition President Jessica Neuwirth.

Sarah Palin Out at Fox News, Contract Not Renewed

Fox News has parted ways with former Republican Vice Presidential candidate and Alaska Governor Sarah Palin.

Donald Trump on Hispanic Voters: 'Latinos Love Trump, And I Love Them' [Video]

Despite calling Mexican immigrants drug traffickers and rapists last week, Donald Trump is convinced that Latinos "love" him.

President Obama Announces New Hostage Rescue Policy

The White House has just announced new protocols regarding the retrieval of hostages to improve on the rescue of Americans held captive abroad.

Rep Cárdenas Introduces Job Legislation To Help the Unemployed Relocate

Though unemployment had continued to decrease in the last couple of years, it remains an issue among middle and working class people. Rep. Tony Cárdenas (D-Calif.) reintroduced legislation to help the unemployed relocate and find employment.

Immigration: 5.5 Million US Citizen Children Affected by DAPA Decision, Report Says

A recent report shows who would be most impacted if the courts ultimately decide against President Barack Obama's executive actions. An estimated 5.5 million U.S. citizen children whose parents are undocumented could benefit from DAPA. However, the action is currently blocked while a lawsuit filed by 26 states makes its way through the courts.

'Patently Unconstitutional': Judge Throws Out California Kill-Gays Ballot Initiative

A California man's proposed ballot measure that called for the killing of gay people is "patently unconstitutional," and the state's attorney general is not required to "waste public resources" to process the initiative, a Sacramento County Superior Court ruled on Monday.

Parents, CDC Urge Caution After Colorado Teen Dies From Plague

A Colorado teen who thought he had come down with the flu but then died within a few days apparently had been infected with the plague, likely by fleas that put the bacteria directly into his bloodstream.

Powerball Numbers & Results June 24, 2015: Watch Live Stream Of Drawing For $40 Million Jackpot

The current jackpot stands at $40 million with a cash value of $24.8 million. Wednesday’s chance to win big at Powerball is here. The current jackpot stands at $40 million with a cash value of $24.

Immigration News Today: Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson Announces 'Substantial Changes' in Immigration Detention Policy

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Jeh Johnson said he understands the "sensitive and unique nature of detaining families" but continued to defend the practice.

White House Defends Obama's Use of the N-Word, While Others Criticize Him

The White House is standing by President Barack Obama's public use of the N-word during a recent interview on the WTF podcast.

90-Year-Old Man Threatened Florida Postal Worker With Gun, Says He Will 'Blow His Head Off'

A 90-year-old Florida man was arrested this week after he allegedly pointed a handgun at a man working at the post office and threatened to "blow his head off."

'Titanic' Composer James Horner Dies in Plane Crash, Assistant Confirms

James Horner, the Hollywood orchestrator who composed the scores of "Titanic," "Avatar," Star Trek's "The Wrath of Khan" and dozens of other movies, died on Monday when his single-engine plane crashed in Southern California.