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Bigfoot Evidence and Sightings 2015: Arkansas Holds First Bigfoot Conference

For just $10 a pop, Bigfoot enthusiasts convened in Vilonia, Arkansas on Saturday for a day-long conference dedicated to the mysterious apelike beast.

Presidential Candidates Opinions on Gay Marriage: Rubio Woos Gay Republicans While Staying in Favor of Conservative Christians

The GOP senator has distanced himself from his pro-gay remarks, claiming gay marriage is not a constitutional right.

Immigration Reform News: Rep. Luis Gutierrez Says Jeb Bush is the Best Potential Republican Candidate on Immigration [Watch]

According to long-time immigration activist and Democratic Rep. Luis Gutierrez, Jeb Bush would be the most progressive 'GOP presidential candidate on the issue of immigration reform.

US Navy Laser: Boeing To Develop Laser Control System for US Navy, Will Have Better Accuracy

The Navy has given Boeing a multi-million contract to develop software to accurately fire laser weapons despite the environment and platform. The system will be compatible with many of the Navy's lasers in development.

Panama City Bed Tax: Florida Tourist Destination Collects $151K in Bed Tax

The tourist haven of Panama City has, in the first two months of the year, collected $151,000 in revenue from the new tourist development tax called a “bed tax.” The money is the first fruits of the tax which was levied at the start of 2015.

Boston Marathon Bomber Trial Update: Defense Says Convicted Terrorist Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was a 'Good Kid' in Death Penalty Case

Defense lawyers in the Boston Marathon bombing trial pleaded with the jury to spare the life of their client, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, who they described as "a good kid" who was under the influence of his radicalized older brother.

Ohio Cop Makes Woman Sit In Hot Car as Punishment for Leaving Dog Locked Inside

A woman in Strongsville, Ohio was forced to endure the harsh conditions she subjected onto her dog after she left the animal locked inside of a hot car.

'Dark Knight' Theater Shooting Trial: James Holmes Appears in Court for Start of his Death Penatly Case

Colorado theater shooter James Holmes was clean-cut appearance when he walked inside of a Centennial courthouse on Monday for the start of his death penalty trial.

Brian Williams News: NBC Reportedly Finds 11 Instances of Report Embellishments

The controversy that has plagued NBC and Brian Williams for over three months now just keeps getting thicker.

Violent Protests Turned to Mourning Over Baltimore Man Killed During Arrest

A group of protesters mourned the death of a Baltimore man Sunday who was killed by the hands of police, Yahoo! News reports according to AP.

Obama Email: Officials Say Russian Hackers Accessed President Obama's Unclassified Emails

Senior American officials say Russian hackers read some of President Barack Obama's unclassified emails last year in a breach of the White House's computer system, The New York Times reports.

Same-Sex Marriage Hearing to Begin at Supreme Court Tuesday

The Supreme Court will hear the case on same-sex marriage on Tuesday. The Supreme Court will hear the case on same-sex marriage on Tuesday. As the hearing approaches, people continue to discuss the controversial topic.

'Jane the Virgin' Star Gina Rodriguez and Voto Latino President Maria Teresa Kumar Talk Diversity in Media, Uniting Latinos

The White House Correspondents Dinner weekend has concluded but not after Voto Latino hosted its seventh annual Diversity in Media reception gathering celebrities, newsmakers and members of the media in one room.

Hillary Clinton 2016: Clinton Foundation Admits to Making Mistakes in Tax Forms

The Clinton Foundation admits in a Statement Sunday that it has made mistakes in its tax forms. The Clinton Administration admitted in a statement Sunday that it has made mistakes in its tax forms.

Scott Walker's Far Right Immigration Stance Faces Young Republicans' Doubts

Scott Walker's recent hard-right on immigration reform met with resistance among young Republicans in Iowa.

Discussions About Ethnicity, Race and Gender in the Classroom Benefits Young Latinos and Blacks, not Color-Blind Approach

According to new research, the decision to forgo a color-blind approach and, instead, encourage frank discussions about ethnicity, race and gender in the classroom could yield impressive results, including: differentiated instruction, frequent family engagement, a positive culture and professional educational environments.

Nepal Earthquake Update 2015: Mount Everest Avalanche Kills Google Executive, Among 17 Other Climbers

An avalanche on Mount Everest killed Google executive Daniel Fredinburg along with at least 16 other people. The avalanche was triggered by the massive earthquake in Nepal, ABC News reports.

Former Guantanamo Detainees Continue to Protest in Uruguay

A quartet of former Guantanamo Bay prisoners protested for a second day on Saturday. The four ex-detainees were demanding further assistance from the Uruguayan as well as the U.S. governments regarding their adaptation to living life in their new home.

Domestic Violence Targeted by New Campaign That Looks to Empower Women and Men in the Latino Community

Domestic violence, the horrendous pattern of abusive behavior whereby an intimate partner inflicts violence on their significant others, is impacting women and men across the U.S. But, Latinos are ready to challenge domestic violence victimization.

White House Correspondents' Dinner 2015 Video: Celebrities, Sports Figures and Politicians Get Together to Joke and Socialize

This year, the dinner was hosted by comedienne Cecily Strong The White House Correspondents' Dinner is a chance for politicians, celebrities and sports figures to mix together in one venue.