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OSU Student With Same Name As Expelled OU Fraternity Member Being Called a Liar, Insulted for His Looks

Parker Rice at Oklahoma State University is not the Parker Rice who was expelled from University of Oklahama for participating in a racist chant.

Air Force: Base Guards Once Again Allowed to Wish Visitors, Personnel a 'Blessed Day'

Gate guards at a U.S. Air Force base in central Georgia are once again allowed to wish personnel and visitors a "blessed day" as they enter the facility. Commanders at Robins Air Force Base had previously forbidden the greeting after an unidentified airman complained about its religious nature.

Chicago Mayoral Election: Rahm Emanuel Takes Lead Over Jesús 'Chuy' García in Race

Ten days ago, it looked as though Jesús "Chuy" García had a good shot at becoming Chicago's first Latino mayor. But incumbent Rahm Emanuel is now ahead of the Cook County commissioner by a double-digit lead. In a Chicago Tribune poll 51 percent of likely voters said they would vote for Emanuel; 37 percent support García.

Florida Climate Change: John Kerry Says There's No Time to 'Waste Debating' Whether Term 'Climate Change' Should Be Used

Secretary of State John Kerry on Thursday made little effort to hide his unease over a ban of the terms "climate change" or "global warming" at Florida's Department of Environmental Protection. The top diplomat made a "non-so-subtle dig" at Florida Gov. Rick Scott, the Associated Press judged.

NASA News: Four Satellites Launched to Explore Magnetic Reconnection

NASA is on a mission to study what the Associated Press called "the explosive give-and-take of the Earth and sun's magnetic fields" and launched four identical spacecraft on Thursday to explore a phenomenon known as magnetic reconnection.

Mexico News: Canadian Tourist Dies After Whale Slams into Boat Near Cabo San Lucas

A whale slammed into a snorkeling tour boat Wednesday near Cabo San Lucas, killing one and injuring two other tourists, Mexican authorities said.

Millenials Most Likely to Text & Drive, Despite Awareness of Dangers: Study

It’s well-known that texting and driving poses serious safety issues to ourselves and others, but that doesn’t stop a significant percentage of drivers in the U.S. that engage in this and similar distracted driving behaviors, particularly when the person behind the wheel is a Millenial.

Mega Millions Numbers & Results March 13, 2015: Live Stream of Drawing Time; $33M Jackpot

If you're feeling lucky, then you may want to purchase a ticket for the Mega Millions lottery jackpot, which currently stands at $33 million. The drawing will take place on Friday night at 11 p.m. EST.

'Finding Bigfoot': Animal Planet Reality Stars Hunt for Bigfoot in Missouri

The Bigfoot hunters starring on Animal Planet's hit reality series "Finding Bigfoot" recently went on a quest to find the mysterious beast in Missouri.

Ted Cruz News: GOP Senator Calls Marriage Equality 'Real Danger to Our Liberty'

Sen. Cruz has re-introduced legislation that would preserve same-sex marriage bans in some states as federal courts continue to overturn the bans around the nation.

Jodi Arias Trial Update News 2015: Sheriff Joe Arpaio Restricts Convicted Killer's Access to Fans Through Video Chats

Although convicted killer Jodi Arias has spent the last six years of her life behind bars for the 2008 murder of her ex-boyfriend, she has still been able to maintain contact with the public through video chats.

Mexico News & Dollar Exchange Update: Mexico to Sell US Money in Support of Peso

This week the Mexican peso has fallen to its weakest level to date against the U.S. dollar. This week the Mexican peso fell to its weakest level to date against the U.

Ferguson Shooting News Update: 2 Cops Released From Hospital After Being Shot During Protest Rally

Two police officers in Ferguson, Missouri were shot early on Thursday in what officials describe as "an ambush" during a protest demonstration.

Millennials in the Workplace: American Millennials Score Lower Than Same Age Group In Other Countries, Lack Skills Employers Want

American millennials do not have the kind of skills that employers want the most. American millennials do not have the kind of skills that employers want the most, according to a recent study.

Jeb Bush 2016: Former Florida Governor to Name Justin Muzinich as Policy Director of Likely Presidential Campaign

Republican Presidential hopeful Jeb Bush will name Justin Muzinich the policy director of his likely 2016 presidential campaign.

Secret Service Agents Who Allegedly Drunk Drove and Crashed into White House Barrier Being Investigated

In its latest kerfuffle, the Secret Service is under investigation after two high-ranking agents drove drunk into a barricade during an investigation into a suspicious package.

15-Year-Old Boy Arrested for Toddler Kidnap Attempt Caught on Surveillance Video in Washington

Washington state police arrested a 15-year-old boy who was caught on a surveillance video allegedly trying to kidnap a toddler on Sunday.

US Army Eases Regulations On Transgender Troops

The U.S. Army has changed regulations concerning the dismissal of transgender troops, making it harder for officers to dismiss them. Some see this as a move that could lead to the Army and other military branches allowing transgender troops.

'My Wife Is A Cheater' Painting: Husband Accused of Painting on Home Before Lighting it on Fire

Denver police say they literally found the writing on the wall in a case involving a bitter husband who allegedly burned down his home because he thought his wife was having an affair.

Dulce Maria 2015: Former RBD Singer Wants US to Stop Using Animals in Circus, Tells People to Imagine Living in 'Cramped Railroad Boxcar' [Watch]

Mexico has already banned animals in circuses Mexican actress and singer Dulce Maria wants the U. S. to stop using animals at the circus, according to a PETA press release.