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Elmendorf, Texas Police Chief Shot, Killed During Traffic Stop: State Has Seen 5 Law Enforcement Deaths in 2014

The police chief in a small Texan town was fatally shot Saturday while trying to arrest someone during a traffic stop according to authorities.

Chinese Jet Intercepts Navy Plane: Performed Dangerous Maneuvers Close to Aircraft, Says US

The interception happened more than a 100 miles off Chinese territory and has led to a diplomatic complaint from the United States.

House of Representatives: Banned From Editing Wikipedia Because of Transphobic Edits

The House's IP address has been banned for a month from doing edits on the free online encyclopedia.

Middle East News and Analyses of the Islamic State: Are They 'Beyond a Terrorist Group'?'

Analyses of the IS and its effect on the world increasingly spur fear, but Politico says a backlash is inevitable

Population Experts Say America Is Already a Majority Multiracial Country

The U.S. Census said America would become a multicultural majority by 2043, but Ethnifacts, population researchers, say the "tipping point" has already happened.

Powerball Numbers & Results August 23, 2014: Watch Live Stream of Drawing for $70 Million Jackpot

The excitement is growing for the Aug. 23 Powerball jackpot, which currently stands at $70 million. The drawing will take place Saturday at 11 p.m. EDT.

Families of Eric Garner and Michael Brown Attend Staten Island March for NYPD Accountability

Five thousand people are expected to attend the "We Will Not Go Back" march on Staten Island on Saturday to call for justice for Eric Garner. Joining them will be Rev. Al Sharpton, former Gov. David Patterson, City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito and the families of both Eric Garner and Michael Brown.

Michael Brown Shooting Update: Nearly 100 Organizations Call for Federal Action to Prevent Discriminatory Profiling

A coalition of national organizations focusin on issues ranging from immigration, human rights, law and leadership to race relations, have called for an update of federal guidelines and legislation following the death of 18-year-old African-American Michael Brown.

Jodi Arias Trial and Verdict Update News 2014: Judge Grants Arias' Request to Delay Upcoming Death Penalty Trial

The penalty phase to determine whether convicted killer Jodi Arias will face life in prison or the death has been postponed.

Supporters Raise Over $230,000 for Who Shot Michael Brown

While protesters continue to fight for justice for Mike Brown, the unarmed African-American teenager who was shot by a white police office in Ferguson, Missouri, others have raised over $230,000 for his killer.

Man Wrongly Convicted of Arson Murder Freed After 24 Years

Conviction was based on science that has been disproven A New York man who was sentenced to life in prison for an arson murder was freed on Friday after 24 years behind bars, according to an AP report.

Washington Wildfire Maps, Update 2014: Rain in Affected Area Leads to Mudslides; No Injuries Reported

Areas that have been scorched are primed for mudslides Wildfires in Washington state are continuing to cause problems, even after the flames have been extinguished.

Southwest Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Tire Blows Out

Despite damaging two tires during takeoff, a Southwest Airlines plane was able to safely land at Dallas Love Field Friday.

Marriage in Florida: Federal Judge Declares State's Same-Sex Marriage Ban Unconstitutional

A federal judge in Tallahassee decided Thursday that the ban in Florida on same-sex marriages was unconstitutional.

Mega Millions Numbers & Results August 22, 2014: Live Stream of Drawing Time; $180M Jackpot

If you're feeling lucky, then you may want to purchase a ticket for the Mega Millions lottery jackpot, which has jumped to a whopping $180 million. The drawing will take place on Friday, Aug. 22, at 11 p.m. EST.

Manhattan U.S. Attorney’s Office Responds to 33,000 Signature Petition Over Wrongful Death of Ramarley Graham

The Manhattan U.S. Attorney responded to a petition demanding a federal investigation into the shooting death of Ramarley Graham, and the NYCLU released its stats on stop and frisk for 2013, which show 90 percent of stops didn't result in arrests or summons and unfairly targeted blacks and Latinos.

Paul Ryan on the Issues: Congressman Talks Ferguson, Immigration, ISIS and Hillary Clinton's Presidential Bid

Rep. Paul Ryan, R-WI, has been making the media rounds and spoke about ongoing issues including immigration, Islamic State, 2016 elections and the events in Ferguson, Missouri.

NYC Official Demonstrates Body Video Cameras for Police to Prevent Brutality, Crime

A top New York City official on Thursday demonstrated a body camera by wearing it, while pressing for a police pilot program.

Judge Orders ‘Fast and Furious’ Documents from the Department of Justice

A U.S. District Judge ordered the Justice Department Wednesday to give Congress a list of law enforcement documents on a failed program called Operation Fast and Furious.

Metropolitan Opera Contract Dispute: Stage Hands Union Reaches Tentative Agreement With Met After Protracted Fight

The union representing stagehands, Local 1 I.A.T.S.E., reached a tentative agreement with the Metropolitan Opera.
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