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Enterovirus EV-D68 Symptoms & Outbreak in Kids: More States Confirm Cases of Potentially Deadly Respiratory Illness

New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Virginia reported cases of enterovirus A severe respiratory illness that has affected hundreds in the U. S. Midwest has spread to four more states and now has been reported in more than a dozen states across the country.

Arizona University Study: Meteor That Struck Mexico and Killed the Dinosaurs Also Caused Fall Foliage

According to a new report by University of Arizona scientists, the same meteor that killed the dinosaurs is also responsible for mesmerizing fall foliage.

Tennessee Man Arrested After Punishing Son with Liquor-Fueled Drinking Game

The Tennessee father forced his son into a drinking game to teach him a lesson on underage drinking and the teenager ended up unconscious.

Jodi Arias Trial Update News 2014: Jury Selection in Arias Death Penalty Trial Scheduled to Begin Sept. 29

The start of convicted boyfriend killer Jodi Arias' penalty phase retrial is only days away, and it looks like it will start on schedule.

Chinese Government Hacked US Military Contractors

Senate investigators confirmed Wednesday that Chinese government-linked hackers infiltrated digital networks of private companies working for the U.S. military.

PETA Names New York City the Most Vegan-Friendly City in the U.S.

New York City has officially been crowned as the most vegan-friendly city in the country by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, also known as PETA.

Rochester Store Owner Accused of Funding ISIS and Plotting Murders

A small business owner in upstate New York was indicted for allegedly funding the extreme terrorist group known as the Islamic State or ISIS and plotting to murder U.S. military members who served in Iraq.

Survey: Racial Minorities Have Doubts Over Fairness of Media Coverage

African-Americans and Hispanics don't trust mainstream media coverage of their communities A survey of African-American and Hispanics shows that a large majority believe the media doesn't portray their communities accurately, the Associated Press reported.

Over 100K Immigrants to Lose ObamaCare Health Insurance Coverage for Lack of Proof of Residence

According to Health care officials, 115,000 immigrants are set to lose coverage they obtained thorough the Affordable Care Act at the end of this month.

California Wildfire Update 2014: Boles Fire Wipes Out More Than 150 Homes, Buildings

More than 150 buildings have been destroyed The small northern California town of Weed was settled because of its high winds, which dried lumber fresh out of the sawmill.

Powerball Numbers & Results September 17, 2014: Watch Live Stream Of Drawing For $171 Million Jackpot

The excitement is growing for the Sept. 17 Powerball jackpot, which has risen to a whopping $171 million. The drawing will take place Wednesday at 11 p.m. EDT.

Guam Earthquake: Magnitude 6.7 Quake Rocks Island

Quake was seven times more powerful than recent California earthquake A magnitude 6. 7 earthquake hit Guam on Tuesday, resulting in the loss of power on the island but not much other damage, according to a report from USA Today.

NYPD's Highest Ranking Latino Officer Rafael Pineiro 'Forced Out' of Department, Into Retirement?

On Monday, the New York Police Department announced that its highest-ranking Latino officer, first deputy commissioner Rafael Pineiro, will retire effective Oct. 31, sparking speculation that he is being pushed out of the force.

Driverless Cars Already? Audi Becomes First to Get Permits to Test Self-Driving Cars in California

More than 200,000 self-driving vehicles expected on roads by 2025 California drivers soon may be sharing the road with more than just human drivers. Imagine seeing an Audi A7 on autopilot.

ISIS in Iraq: US in Talks with Sunni Forces to Help Target ISIS

The U.S. wants to avoid putting troops on the ground The U. S. has its feelers out all across the Middle East, looking to convince Sunni forces to fight the Islamic State, the militant group that has taken large swaths of land in both Iraq and Syria.

Bigfoot Evidence and Sightings 2014: 70 International Scientists Determined to Find Sasquatch

Despite scientific evidence that proves that Bigfoot is still nothing more than a fable, 70 scientists from around the world have been committed to searching for the mythical creature for the last four decades.

Trump Hints at Saving two Atlantic City Casinos on Twitter

Could Trump resurrect the dying casinos? A tweet sent Tuesday morning by Donald Trump suggests that he may be trying to help save two casinos in Atlantic City that he hasn't managed for years from dying.

Gay Marriage Ban and Laws: Federal Court Places Temporary Stay on Ruling in Indiana and Wisconsin

A federal appeals court in Chicago put a temporary stay on lower court decisions that struck down gay marriage bans in Indiana and Wisconsin until the Supreme Court decides whether it will weigh in on the constitutionality of same-sex marriage in an appeal.

Proposed American School Textbooks in Texas Reportedly Deny Climate Change Proof

Proposed Texas textbooks deny climate change A Texas Board of Education member is pushing for books that teach schoolchildren to doubt climate change, a decision that is up for a vote by the 15-member board in November.

Mega Millions Numbers & Results September 16, 2014: Live Stream of Drawing Time; $62M Jackpot

If you're feeling lucky, then you may want to purchase a ticket for the Mega Millions lottery jackpot, which has risen to $62 million. The drawing will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 16, at 11 p.m. EST.
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