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Ferguson, Missouri Shooting News: Protesters Demand Justice for Michael Brown, Shut Down 3 Malls on Black Friday in St. Louis

Angry over a grand jury's decision not to indict Officer Darren Wilson in the shooting death of an unarmed teenager, protesters peacefully shut down several shopping malls and stores in St. Louis on one of the most profitable days in the retail industry.

Top Ranking New York City Government Latina Defends De Blasio Administration On Latino Hiring

New York City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito defended Mayor Bill De Blasio in response to criticism from the National Institute of Latino Policy (NiLP) that the De Blasio Administration had a poor record of appointing Latinos for administration or agency positions. NiLP argued that in a city where the Latino population is 29 percent, the Latino hiring rate for city appointments is low and 30 city agencies lacked highly-placed Latinos.

US Threatens to Revoke Puerto Rico's Transit Funds if Monday Strike Happens

Puerto Rico's transit system shutdown, which is planned for Monday, will jeopardize its funding from the United States.

UN Says US Fails to Meet Anti-Torture Treaty Standards, Cites Military Interrogations & Treatment of Immigrants

A United Nations panel reported Friday that the United States is not being fully compliant with an international anti-torture treaty

Man Dead, Woman in Critical Condition After Black Friday Shooting at Chicago Nordstrom

A man was killed and a woman injured from a double shooting inside the Nordstrom department store on Chicago's Magnificent Mile during Black Friday shopping

Cyber Monday Wal-Mart Deals 2014: Retailer 'Doubling Down' In Week-Long Sales Starting Nov. 29

Retail giant Wal-Mart has extended Cyber Monday into a week-long event beginning Saturday, and will offer deals until Dec. 5

Ferguson, Missouri Shooting News: Photo of Police Officer and Protester Goes Viral

A photograph of a police officer and protester in Portland, Oregon, sharing a moment of compassion during a Ferguson rally is spreading like wildfire online.

Powerball Numbers & Results November 29, 2014: Watch Live Stream Of Drawing For $90 Million Jackpot

The excitement is growing for the Nov. 29 Powerball jackpot, which currently stands at $90 million. The drawing will take place Saturday night at 11 p.m. EDT.

On Black Friday, Ferguson Protests Move To Retail Stores

A grassroots campaign, 'No Justice, No Profit, organized with celebrities and Hollywood stars called for a nationwide boycott of retail stores on Black Friday, under the Twitter hashtag #BlackOutBlackFriday and #BoycottBlackFriday, was created as a continuation of protests against the grand jury's decision not to indict the police officer who shot and killed Michael Brown in Ferguson, St. Louis on August 9.

Immigration Health Insurance: Undocumented Immigrants Eligible for Medicare, Social Security Benefits Under Obama's Executive Orders

President Barack Obama's immigration reform executive action has paved the way for undocumented immigrants to be eligible for Medicare and Social Security benefits, the White House has confirmed.

Bigfoot Video Evidence: Animal Planet to Air 'Finding Bigfoot' With Bobcat Goldthwait in 2015

Bigfoot enthusiast will have to wait longer than expect to see the premiere of the "Finding Bigfoot" episode featuring comedian Bobcat Goldthwait that was filmed in New Jersey over the summer.

How Peruvian Vigilantes Known as Rondas Use Bull Penises To Deter Criminals

In an odd form of punishment, a Peruvian provincial capital peacekeeper uses whips made from bull penises to deter criminals

White House Christmas Tree Arrives

Christmas season has officially started at the White House. A 20-foot Christmas tree arrived Friday morning receiving a thumbs-up from First Lady Michelle Obama and daughters Malia and Sasha.

Baby in Critical Condition After Pregnant Mother Fatally Struck in a Parking Lot

A baby born by cesarean section after a pregnant woman was killed by an elderly driver in Pittsburgh is reported to be in critical condition.

The Video Game Awards 2014: Nominees, Live Streaming, and Predictions

VGAs take place in Vegas Dec. 5 A big night for game creators and gamers alike takes place next Friday in Las Vegas with The Game Awards. There's plenty at stake on the big evening, so let's take a look at the awards and the nominees.

San Jose, California Burger King Restaurant Employees Find Bag Filled With $100K in Cash, Turn It in to Authorities

In a case of very honest behavior, a man turned over a bag full of $100,000 cash that he found in a Burger King to the authorities.

Missing 43 Mexican Students Update: Mexican President Outlines New Security Plan to Reduce Corruption, Calls Municipal Police "Criminals"

Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto in a speech from the National Palace on Thursday revealed his new security plan for the country in response to protests against the disappearance, and presumed murder, of 43 students two months ago. In his speech he announced a series of measures to check organized crime in municipal governments.

Ohio Woman Recovers From 6th Surgery, Celebrates Thanksgiving After 4-Pound Rock Is Dropped on Her Car in Pennsylvania

A woman from northeast Ohio is recovering from her sixth surgery related to injuries from a rock being dropped onto her vehicle from a Pennsylvania overpass. The middle school teacher's skull was crushed in the incident.

Thomas Beatie's Fiancee Defends 'Pregnant Man' Putting a GPS in Wife Nancy's Car as He Sits in Phoenix, Arizona's Tent City Jail

"Pregnant man" Thomas Beatie was arrested Thursday by Phoenix police for allegedly placing a GPS tracking device on his estranged wife's car to stalk her.

Colorado Marijuana Stores Turn Black Friday Into Green Friday, Offer Discounts on Weed, Edibles and Joints

Colorado’s marijuana stores offered smoking hot deals to Thanksgiving and Black Friday shoppers, which they have re-dubbed “Green Friday.”
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