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- Lincoln Memorial vandalized with green paint
The memorial, part of the National Mall in Washington, had paint splattered on it overnight. The Lincoln Memorial has been around for over 90 years.
- O.J. Simpson expresses regret, waits for Nev. parole decision
O.J. Simpson: Parole Commissioner Susan Jackson and hearing representative Robin Bates were to make their confidential recommendation to the full parole board, and a final decision is expected next week.
- Gulf oil spill: Halliburton to plead guilty to destroying spill evidence
Gulf oil spill: Halliburton Energy Services has agreed to plead guilty to destroying evidence in connection with the 2010 Gulf oil spill, the Department of Justice said Thursday.
- Zimmerman trial Juror B29 says 'Zimmerman got away with murder'
Zimmerman trial Juror B29 has spoken publicly about the Zimmerman trial, saying that she feels she owes Trayvon Martin's parents an apology.
- Cheshire murders: Documentary raises questions but cops aren't answering
Cheshire murders: Six years after a deadly home invasion, officials still refuse to answer questions about the emergency response by the Cheshire police department.
- DEA raids in Seattle: DEA targets Seattle pot dispensaries
DEA raids in Seattle: Washington voters legalized adult possession of marijuana last fall, but it remains illegal under federal law. The DEA raided these four and 16 other marijuana dispensaries in 2011.
- George H.W. Bush shaves head in solidarity with sick child
George H.W. Bush: A statement issued by a Bush spokesman Wednesday says the 89-year-old former president acted earlier this week at his summer home in Kennebunkport, Maine.
- Anthony Weiner scandal: Who is Huma Abedin?
Huma Abedin's response to Anthony Weiner's behavior is a source of admiration and puzzlement. The long-time aide to Hillary Clinton is also playing a central role in Weiner's mayoral campaign.
- Menthol cigarettes more addictive, says FDA. Will they be banned?
Menthol cigarettes are appealing to young people and are harder to give up, says a new FDA report. But the FDA says there's little evidence to suggest that menthol cigarettes are more – or less – toxic than unflavored cigarettes.
- George Zimmerman too 'toxic,' rescued family backs out of press conference
George Zimmerman: The family rescued from a car wreck by George Zimmerman and others this past week, canceled plans to thank him publicly. Why?
- How Weiner defends campaign as something larger than himself
New York mayoral candidate and former U.S. Congressman Anthony Weiner faced further questions about his sexually explicit online correspondence on Wednesday. Though two prominent newspaper editorials urged Weiner to drop out of the race, he said he hopes voters will give him a second chance.
- Forbes college rankings: California universities top East Coast schools
Forbes college rankings came out Wednesday. Several schools in the Golden State find themselves rated highly in the Forbes college rankings.
- Caroline Kennedy: The first woman as US ambassador to Japan?
Caroline Kennedy was nominated to be the next US ambassador to Japan. If confirmed, Caroline Kennedy would follow in the footsteps of her grandfather Joseph P. Kennedy Sr. and her aunt, Jean Kennedy Smith, who were also ambassadors.
- Anthony Weiner: Why his wife stands by him
Anthony Weiner resigned from Congress in 2011 and apologized for the explicit text messages. Now a candidate for the mayor of New York City, Anthony Weiner is apologizing again, this time with his wife beside him.
- F-35 Strike Fighter: Is a deal for 71 fighter jets imminent?
F-35 Strike Fighter: The F-35 is the Pentagon's biggest weapons program. The Pentagon is closing in on a deal with Lockheed to acquire 71 more of the strike fighters, say both sides.
- Tahoe plane crash: Officials ID pilot killed in crash at Tahoe
Tahoe plane crash: The California man killed when his plane crashed at the South Lake Tahoe airport has now been identified.
- Ryan Braun accepts 65-game MLB suspension. Who's next?
Ryan Braun, the 2011 National League MVP, was suspended for the rest of the season. Ryan Braun was cited for unspecified "violations" of both baseball's drug program and labor contract. Who's next?
- LaGuardia closed? Airplane 'skidded down the runway on its nose.'
LaGuardia closed briefly after a Southwest plane skidded down the runway because its front landing gear had collapsed, but LaGuardia should be fully open Tuesday morning
- Six Flags death: Texas roller coaster had a history of injuries
Six Flags death: The Texas roller coaster where a woman fell to her death last week also caused minor injuries to almost a dozen other patrons of Six Flags Over Texas.
- Tuna capsized boat: Boat (and tuna!) towed to shore
Tuna capsized boat: After a 230-pound tuna capsized his boat, Anthony Wichman used his cellphone to call for rescue — and for help getting the tuna back to port.