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Potato arrest: Man tries to rob businesses with pistol-disguised potatoPotato arrest: Police in Providence, Rhode Island have a man in custody on attempted robbery charges. The potato arrest stems from his effort to rob a pair of local businesses with a spud.
- How colleges can stem sexual assaults on campus, according to White House
The White House launches a new website Tuesday to help victims of sexual assault on college campuses. It's also issuing guidelines to help schools train rape and assault victim's advocates.
Missing father, two children rescued in South Carolina national parkCongaree National Park rangers found a father and his two children after they went missing for two days in the woods and swamps of South Carolina. The three carried no food, water or camping equipment had left on just a 'short hike.'
- South Dakota plane crash in fog near a wind farm
South Dakota plane crash: Four people died when a single-engine Piper 32 crashed as it was returning from Hereford, Texas, to Gettysburg, South Dakota. The plane was registered to to Donald J. "D.J." Fischer of Gettysburg, S.D.
- Lone Ranger's pistol: Where you can see it
Lone Ranger's pistol was acquired by the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming. The Lone Ranger's pistol is a Colt .45 used in the original TV series that ran from 1952-54.
Twisters cut deadly path through SouthA huge storm system unleashed at least three tornadoes in the South on Monday, killing at least one person in Mississippi, and reportedly six more in Alabama. In Little Rock, Ark. at least 15 were killed, the latest in an onslaught that killed one person each in Oklahoma and Iowa Sunday.
Kissing congressman, Vance McAllister won't run for re-electionIn a statement Louisiana GOP Rep. Vance McAllister said he would serve out the remainder his term, but wouldn't seek reelection this fall. Top Louisiana Republicans welcomed the news.
- Jillian Michaels joins NYC anti-carriage horse bandwagon
Jillian Michaels, a trainer who appears on NBC's "The Biggest Loser," joined a PETA rally against horse-drawn carriages in New York City. But 60 percent of New Yorkers want to keep the horse-drawn carriages.
- Advertisers pull sponsorship of L.A. Clippers in wake of racist comments
Virgin America and CarMax announced they are ending their sponsorships of the L.A. Clippers. Kia Motors America and State Farm said they are suspending their sponsorships.
Cleveland Browns looking at free agent QB Vince YoungCleveland Browns: The NFL franchise hasn't reached the playoffs since 2002. Former Tennessee Titans quarterback Vince Young is visiting the Cleveland Browns this week.
Montreal Canadiens play mock game as they wait for next roundMontreal Canadiens simulated a game day on Monday, complete with a morning skate at their practice facility.
- Julie Schenecker: Jury selection for soccer mom in murder trial
Julie Schenecker is charged with murdering her two teenage children in Tampa, Fla. Attorney's for Jule Schenecker are planning an insanity defense.
Lydia Ko wins third LPGA tour victory days after 17th birthdayLydia Ko birdied three of her final four holes on the front nine on the way to a 3-under 69 and 12-under 276 total at Lake Merced.
- Jeff Gordon: How he lost to Joey Logano at Richmond
Jeff Gordon finished second at Richmond International Raceway on Sunday, behind Joey Logano. But Jeff Gordon still leads the 2014 NASCAR Sprint Cup points race.
- Two planes collide over San Francisco Bay
Two planes collide: Two small private planes collided over San Francisco Bay Sunday. A Cessna 210 aircraft crashed in the water, but the other plane landed safely. The pilot of the Cessna is missing.
- Kentucky Derby: Who has the most horses in the race?
Kentucky Derby: Trainer Todd Pletcher may saddle four horses in the 2014 Kentucky Derby on Saturday. Pletcher's Derby quartet is made up of Arkansas Derby winner Danza, Risen Star winner Intense Holiday, Spiral Stakes winner We Miss Artie and Vinceremo.
- Tornado damage: 80-mile path of destruction through Arkansas
Tornado damage. A tornado touched down near Little Rock, Ark., killing at least 16 people Sunday evening. The extent of the tornado damage is still being assessed.
- Racism allegations: Will NBA suspend L.A. Clippers owner?
The NBA says it's investigating an audio recording of a man identified as Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling who tells girlfriend not to bring blacks to NBA games.
- Connecticut prom stabbing suspect under psych evaluation
A 16-year old boy is accused of fatally stabbing Maren Sanchez, 16, at the Jonathan Law High School in Milford, Conn. The attack occurred on the day of the school's junior prom.
- Trigger warnings: Should college professors give them to students?
Some colleges and universities are now warning students when a class will be covering graphic violence or sensitive issues including rape, suicide, abuse, or other subjects that might undermine the mental health of students. But some say the trend goes too far.
