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- Mystery priest revealed: He disappeared after car accident
Mystery priest revealed: Rev. Patrick Dowling acknowledged that he prayed for a woman at the scene of an Aug. 4 car accident, then left. None of the first responders knew who the mystery priest was, until today.
Israel Keyes: Where did Alaska serial killer travel?Israel Keyes, Alaska serial killer: The FBI released a detailed map and timeline of Israel Keyes' travels and confessed killings of 11 people. But are there other deaths in Canada, Mexico and Belize?
First woman takes command of US Air Force Academy: Will sex scandals stop?Lieutenant General Michelle Johnson took command as the Air Force Academy's 19th superintendent on Monday. The arrival of a female chief signals a change for a school that has seen its share of sexual scandals.
California's transgender-student law: Kids can choose bathrooms, sports teamsUnder California's new law, any child from kindergarten through 12th grade can decide which gender identity they prefer and use the sports teams and bathrooms that correspond.
Lady Gaga declares 'pop emergency,' releases 'Applause' earlyLady Gaga has released 'Applause,' her new single, a week ahead of schedule, after her fans ('monsters') failed to plug digital leaks.
'Dufnering' redefined? Dufner's win might redeem his reputation.'Dufnering' went viral after golf player Jason Dufner was caught sleeping on camera while slumped against a wall, legs straight out, hands tucked under his legs.
- Pomona shootings: Three men killed in three different Pomona shootings
Pomona shootings: Three men were killed and a fourth was seriously injured in three apparently unrelated shootings in Pomona, Calif., on Saturday and Sunday.
- Paula Deen: No racial discrimination case, says judge
Paula Deen used the 'N' word, but a Georgia judge ruled that there was no basis for a racial discrimination lawsuit brought by a former white employee. Paula Deen was dropped by the Food Network and other sponsors after she acknowledged using racial slurs.
- Sinkhole: Disney World-area resort villa falls into sinkhole
Sinkhole Disney World: About 30 percent of a three-story building near Disney World collapsed into a sinkhole early Monday morning. The sinkhole is about 40 to 50 feet wide.
Idaho kidnapping: What horseback riders saw that saved Hannah AndersonIdaho kidnapping: Horseback riders saw 'red flags' when they met Hannah Anderson and James Lee DiMaggio on the trail in western Idaho. The kidnapping ended Saturday when DiMaggio was fatally shot.
Denver Broncos defense stifles 49ers in exhibition openerDenver Broncos effectively shut down San Francisco's offense Thursday night. It was the first preseason game for both the Denver Broncos and 49ers.
Forgotten cocaine: Van bought from US feds held cocaine, say Mexican teensForgotten cocaine: Two Mexican teens have been in jail for eight months, ever since the car they were driving – purchased from border patrol – was found holding a brick of cocaine.
California wildfire chases 1,500 from their homesCalifornia wildfires have injured five people, destroyed at least 10 homes and are threatening hundreds more. Over 1,000 firefighters, 13 helicopters, and six air tankers are battling the flames.
'Frankenfish' caught in Va. sets world recordThe International Game Fish Association confirmed the record catch, beating a snakehead caught in Japan in 2004 by 2 ounces.
Police issue Amber Alert in Oregon: Why?Police are searching for two children missing following their mother's murder earlier this week. Investigators have issued an Amber Alert in attempt to notify the public of their abduction. The suspect's car was spotted on Wednesday near California's Oregon border; its destination is unknown.
Powerball jackpot of $425 million triggers buying frenzyPowerball players rushed to stores on Wednesday in hopes of winning $425 million. Lottery winnings in the hundreds of millions have become more common since the Multistate Lottery Association doubled the cost of its least expensive tickets earlier this year.
Obama cancels visit with Putin. Why?President Obama cancels a planned visit with President Vladimir Putin during a G-20 summit next month. Obama's snub was in response to Russia's decision to grant temporary asylum to Edward Snowden. Why US frustration with Russia is rising.
- FBI arrests mayors in Florida sting operation
FBI arrests mayors of Stillwater and Miami Lakes on bribery charges. The FBI arrests of Miami Lakes Mayor Michael Pizzi and Sweetwater Mayor Manuel "Manny" Marono took place on Tuesday.
- School bus fight: Driver won't face negligence charges
School bus fight: Three 15-year-old boys, who each face aggravated battery charges, were involved in a brutal school bus fight that left a 13-year-old with a broken arm. Authorities initially sought a child neglect charge against the school bus driver for not stopping the fight.
Tropical storm Henriette reaches hurricane strengthTropical storm Henriette became a hurricane overnight as winds reached 90 m.p.h. by Tuesday afternoon.The National Hurricane Center upgraded tropical storm Henriette early Tuesday, and forecasts the Pacific storm to strengthen further.
