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Google Nexus 6 Release and Price: Motorola Smartphone Expected to Launch Later This Year

Hot on the heels of Apple's iPhone 6 release, Google is speeding up its launch of its new smartphone, the Nexus 6.

South Carolina Father Confesses to Killing 5 Children

A father from South Carolina is suspected of allegedly murdering his five children and then dumping their bodies across state grounds in Alabama.

Nearly 100-Year-Old Newlyweds Could Divorce After Family Claims Marriage Complicates Their Inheritance

At 96 years old, Edith Hill happily married her 95-year-old husband Eddie Harrison earlier this year after the two met 10 years ago. However, although they say they are in love, the law may not be on their side.

Nevada Governor Declares State of Emergency Over Flooding

After pouring rains and subsequent flooding closed a 50-mile stretch of a busy interstate, Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval declared a state of emergency for Clark County and the Moapa Paiute Tribe Reservation.

Elephant Sanctuary Death: Co-Founder of Maine Elephant Facility Dies in Freak Accident

One of the co-founders of a Maine sanctuary for elephants has died after being accidentally crushed by one of his animals.

Pope Francis Sexual Abuse Reform: Catholic Church Leader Appoints Two American Priests to Reform Commission

With orders from the Vatican, two priests from the United States have been placed in key roles in the Catholic Church's anti-abuse commission

Marijuana Legalization 2014: Philadelphia Set to Decriminalize Cannabis

Philadelphia to become largest city to decriminalize marijuana Philadelphia is poised to be the next city in the nation to legalize marijuana, based on an agreement to sign the law by Mayor Michael Nutter.

Annual New Mexico Green Chile Pepper Harvest Threatened by Drought, International Competition

New Mexico's green chile harvest is underway, but the crop is still threatened by various factors.

Chicago's Blue Line Train Derailment Leads to Delays During Rush Hour

Chicago train delayed due to minor derailment during rush hour Wednesday Chicago's metro train system is experiencing delays on the Blue Line after a derailment early Wednesday.

Holly Bobo Death: Star's Remains Confirmed; Family Asks for Privacy

Investigators in Tennessee confirmed in a press conference Monday that human remains found in Decatur County Sunday were those of Holly Bobo.

Hawaii Local News: Government Hopes to Move the Homeless to Former WWII Internment Camp Amid Complaints From Vacationers

Officials in Hawaii are working to remove homeless people from popular tourist locations. Officials in Hawaii are working to remove homeless people from popular tourist locations.

Powerball Numbers & Results September 10, 2014: Watch Live Stream Of Drawing For $127 Million Jackpot

The excitement is growing for the Sept. 10 Powerball jackpot, which has risen to a whopping $127 million. The drawing will take place Wednesday at 11 p.m. EDT.

Michael Brown Shooting Protests: Ferguson City Officials to Introduce Police Reform Measures to Municipal Court

One month after the death of unarmed teenager Michael Brown sparked national outrage and a string of protests, elected officials in Ferguson, Missouri are taking steps to mend the severed relationship between police and the community.

New York City Council to Pass Resolution Supporting National Women's History Museum

New York City Council members will vote on Wednesday for a resolution to support the National Women's History Museum.

NYPD Conflict Resolution Retraining Scheduled for November, After Fallout From Death of Eric Garner

Following the death of Eric Garner during a police arrest, the NYPD Commissioner promised an up-and-down review of police practices and procedures. The City Council held a hearing on Monday about those plans.

Abortion Laws: Pennsylvania Mother Sentenced to Prison for Giving Teen Daughter Illegal Abortion Pills

A Pennsylvania mother is facing up to 18 months behind bars for giving her teenage daughter abortion pills that she purchased on the Internet.

Apple iPhone 6 and 6 Plus Pricing and Features: Apple's Tuesday Media Event Unveils Largest iPhone Ever

New iPhones are the biggest in company's history Prior to Tuesday's media event, Apple was rumored to be preparing a bigger-than-ever iPhone and on Tuesday it revealed two of them.

'Colossus' Roller Coaster Fire Update: Six Flags Magic Mountain Ride Catches Fire

One of the roller coasters at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, California, caught fire Monday. One of the roller coasters at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, California, caught fire Monday.

Domestic Abuse News: 1 in 7 Hispanic Women Are Raped, Report Says

New CDC report: 1 in 5 women will be raped in their lifetime One in five women have been raped in the U. S. in their lifetimes, an estimated total of more than 23 million, according to a new report by the Center for Disease Control.

James Foley ISIS Beheading and Execution: Officials May Have Identified Journalist's Killer

Officials possibly identified James Foley killer A London-based extremist group may be the key to finding the Islamic State militant in the execution video of American journalist James Foley.