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- A last-minute surge in Obamacare sign ups
Across the nation, state officials say they saw a last-minute rush to sign up for health insurance. Government officials said they were on track to sign up more than 7 million Americans for health insurance by the March 31 deadline.
Congress passes last-minute bill to stop cuts to Medicare doctorsBecause of a flawed formula dating to 1997, doctors who treat Medicare patients are threatened with big fee cuts almost every year. Congress has stepped in 16 times to prevent the cuts.
GM recall: Why were crash victims so young?GM recall: The inexpensive cars were often purchased by or for teens. Experts say the loss of power steering and power breaks could panic less experienced drivers.
- OkCupid protests new Firefox CEO, an anti-gay-marriage contributor
Mozilla Firefox infuriated many employees and users last week by hiring co-founder Brendan Eich as CEO. In 2008, Eich contributed $1,000 to pass Proposition 8.
Anna Nordqvist comes from behind to win LPGA Kia ClassicAnna Nordqvist: Two strokes behind leaders Cristie Kerr and Lizette Salas entering the round, Nordqvist closed with her second straight 5-under 67 for a one-stroke victory over Salas.
Final Four: No upstarts or Cinderella, plenty of chips on shouldersFinal Four teams head to North Texas this week.
- Obamacare website hiccups continue into last day of enrollment
The Obamacare website, www.HealthCare.gov, was down for maintenance into early Monday. But the Affordable Care Act website was back up Monday and operational.
- Martina Hingis: In the winner's circle for first time in seven years
Martina Hingis won her first doubles title in seven years, taking home the prize Sunday at the Sony Open in Florida. The doubles title was No. 38 for Martina Hingis.
- 'Shrimp Boy' Chow: What role did he play in FBI California sting?
Shrimp Boy Chow was instrumental in the FBI investigation into California state Sen. Leland Yee and organized crime. Raymond "Shrimp Boy" Chow introduced Yee's fundraiser to a Mafia figure, who was an undercover FBI agent.
- Los Angeles earthquake: Aftershocks still rattling the city
Los Angeles earthquake: More than 100 aftershocks rumbled across Southern California Saturday. No serious injuries were reported, but the 5.1 magnitude earthquake displaced least 50 people in Fullerton, about 25 miles from Los Angeles. Five houses and 20 apartments were damaged.
- GM Cobalt ignition problem: Why didn't federal agency alert car owners?
Cobalt recall: Congress plans hearings on April 1-2 about why it took so long for owners to be told there was a potentially deadly defect in GM cars.
- Air Force scandal: Nine 'fired' over nuclear missile launch test cheating
Air Force scandal: More than 90 nuclear missile launch officers cheated on a proficiency test that required perfect scores for advancement. Now, nine Air Force officers have been demoted and one has resigned.
Blackwater shootings: Why did they shoot Iraqi civilians in 2007?Blackwater shootings: Four Blackwater guards face charges of manslaughter, attempted manslaughter and gun violations in the Sept. 16, 2007, shootings in Baghdad. US prosecutors say they have new evidence about the motive behind the shootings.
- California earthquake: Gas leaks, water-main breaks and a night of aftershocks
California earthquake: A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck Los Angeles Friday night causing minor damage and minor injuries. But aftershocks rumbled through southern California through the night. About 2,000 people lost electricity.
Ukraine aid from US? House vote to be held next week.Ukraine aid: House leaders decided to vote Tuesday on the package, putting off an expected Friday vote.
Former Pres. Bush, first lady watch Johnny Manziel's NFL tryoutFormer President George H.W. Bush and his wife Barbara were in attendance Thursday at Texas A&M University as the former Aggie quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner worked out for NFL coaches and scouts.
Nuke cheating scandal: Nine officers fired, dozens more reprimandedThe Air Force is firing nine mid-level commanders and disciplining dozens of junior officers at a nuclear missile base in response to an exam-cheating scandal that spanned a far longer period than originally reported.
Obamacare hits 6 million signups: Does the milestone matter?Just weeks ago, Obamacare seemed unlikely to hit the 6 million mark. But the approaching deadline has spurred consumer interest, say White House officials, who report that HealthCare.gov got 1.5 million visits on Wednesday.
Tornadoes in California? At least four funnel clouds touch down in northern California.Tornadoes in California: Storm clouds brought much-needed rain to northern and central California, along with at least four funnel clouds. Tornadoes are rare in California.
Man-on-car murder sentencing postponed for woman who drove miles with dying man on carMan-on-car murder: The Los Angeles County district attorney's office says Wednesday's scheduled sentencing of Sherry Lynn Wilkins was put off until June.
