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Anonymous claims "intolerance" is behind the case of Kaitlyn Hunt, an 18-yr.-old charged over an underage, same-sex relationship

An FBI spokesman said that an FBI agent fatally shot a man from Chechnya with alleged ties to Boston bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev in an Orlando apartment early Wednesday

The 44-year-old was arrested early Sunday after deputies reported finding her and a male passenger in an SUV on the side of Interstate 75 near Naples

Two men were arrested after they were allegedly found digging through the rubble of a home destroyed by a deadly tornado in Moore, Okla.

Authorities have also coordinated with the FBI to update electronic billboards around the state with information about the search

Police officers in San Francisco are scouring the city for a semi-automatic assault rifle stolen from a police vehicle over the weekend, authorities said.

A baby boy delivered after a hit-and-run car crash in New York that killed both his parents has died, a family spokesman said Monday.

Gangster James "Whitey" Bulger cannot present evidence to a jury about his claim that he was given immunity for future crimes, a federal judge ruled Monday.

Twelve former Florida A&M University band members are now facing more severe charges for the 2011 death of drum major Robert Champion, after Florida prosecutors on Monday filed manslaught...

A gay, black mayoral candidate killed last week in Mississippi was beaten, dragged and set on fire before his body was dumped near a river, according to his family.

Arguments in a court challenge against New York's stop-and-frisk policy wrapped up earlier this week. Critics say the policy promotes racial profiling. But host Michel Martin speaks with ...

In New York, a judge has dealt a setback to Airbnb, the popular website for short term apartment rentals. The judge ruled an Airbnb user violated a New York City law when he rented a room...

Lois Lerner, who heads the IRS division dealing with nonprofits seeking tax-exempt status, will not testify on Wednesday despite a congressional subpoena, her attorney says. She is accuse...

One commissioner ran the IRS when it engaged in targeted scrutiny of conservative groups applying for tax-exempt status. A second commissioner was in charge when the agency continued to w...

Apple CEO Timothy Cook made a rare appearance on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, testifying after congressional investigators revealed that Apple avoided billions in taxes. The New York Times ' ...

Mysterious New Weapon Revealed? OSGEOINT A satellite captured this rare glimpse at a secretive US defense site -- and the bizarre shape of the object on the right has experts salivating....

Kim Involves Kris' Ex in Divorce Case Getty Images Kardashian & Humphries are in the process of settling their divorce -- but what she just threw on the table may change how much he gets...

'Knots Landing' Star Hasn't Aged Getty Images Donna Mills hasn't been in the spotlight much since the famed soap opera ended, but she reappeared at a recent event looking amazing. What s...

Walgreen's Makes Big Announcement Getty Images With 7,890 drugstores throughout the US and Puerto Rico, it's already the nation's largest drug store chain. Now, it's getting bigger. What...

Woman Allegedly Groped TSA Agent NBC2 Most passengers are used to security pat downs. Carol Jean Price had a more confrontational reaction -- and it's led to a battery charge. Awkward in...

Quick: What’s the most unforgivable sin a writer can commit in fiction? A writerly crime so awful that major, award-winning novelists are condemning it on the pages of Publishers Weekly ...

When President Obama visits Africa in late June, one of the main agenda items will be how the U.S. can help foster economic growth in the sub-Sahara. He may want to grab a copy of Dambis...

Research shows that taking short breaks can actually enhance your productivity level. That's why Eaton is excited to offer you an opportunity to boost your efficiency while learning s...

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On June 4, 1991, Minnesota Gov. Arne Carlson signed into law a bill that set in motion one of the most significant—and controversial—education reform movements in modern history. Minneso...

As Hulk Hogan's recent battles with Gawker prove, it's a lot harder to do than humiliated stars would hope. read more

After a decade of publishing scoops that have made him an outlaw to those looking to protect secrets, Denton opens up about battles with Fox News, Lena Dunham, Hulk Hogan and more. read ...

The ruling is also a blow to David Bergstein as the appeals court affirms they were partners in five bankrupt companies. read more

In an important appeal that divided Hollywood, the Third Circuit sides with the likeness rights of celebrities over protections afforded by the First Amendment. (SAG-AFTRA 1, MPAA 0) rea...

A roundup of entertainment law news including why a judge won't dismiss copyright claims against Apple and Google. read more