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Navy jet crash pilot rescued Weds. off Va.Navy jet crash: The crash comes a week after a Navy helicopter plunged into the ocean in the region, leaving three dead. Both aircraft were on routine training missions.
Church sex abuse files released by Archdiocese of ChicagoChurch sex abuse files: The nation's third-largest archdiocese handed over to victims' attorneys a trove of complaints, personnel documents and other files for about 30 priests with substantiated abuse allegations, as part of settlements with the victims.
How the New Jersey bridge scandal could result in criminal chargesFederal prosecutors and members of the New Jersey Legislature are investigating the scandal surrounding the causes of four days of lane closures on the George Washington Bridge in September. There is no evidence connecting Governor Chris Christie to the traffic jam, but others may face charges, experts say.
New Mexico shooting: Police search for 'why'A 12-year-old shooter fired three rounds in the gym at his New Mexico middle school on Wednesday, leaving two students wounded. Investigators say the attack appears to have been premeditated, but they have not yet identified a motive.
Air Force cheating scandal: How embarrassing is it?A scandal involving dozens of Air Force officers who are responsible for overseeing the country's nuclear arms came just months after an Air Force general lost his job due to inappropriate behavior. Several officers are under investigation for illegal drug possession.
Benghazi attack was preventable, reports SenateA report released Wednesday painted a picture of shared blame across government agencies for the Benghazi attack that left four Americans dead. Senators criticized the Obama Administration for failing to hold those accountable responsible.
Nevada motel captive held for months, police sayNevada motel captive: A Minnesota man is scheduled to appear in a Las Vegas courtroom Wednesday to answer a kidnapping charge. The Nevada motel captive, the man's ex-girlfriend, told authorities she was physically assaulted during her captivity.
NSA implanted software in 100,000 computers, says reportThe NSA implanted software in nearly 100,000 computers, none in the US, to allow them to conduct surveillance on those machines, The New York Times reported Tuesday.
Is West Virginia's tap water drinkable yet?Restaurants and hospitals are reopening, but many people are still waiting for word that their tap water is safe.
Detroit Lions: Jim Caldwell to be next head coach, reports sayDetroit Lions failed to make the NFL playoffs this season. An AP source says former Indianapolis Colts head coach Jim Caldwell is set to take over the Detroit Lions job.
Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, 'underwear bomber,' guilty plea will standUmar Farouk Abdulmutallab pleaded guilty on the second day of trial in 2011 and expressed much pride in his suicide mission on behalf of al-Qaida.
Kelly Thomas killing: Police acquitted of death of homeless man in Calif.Kelly Thomas died five days after a violent confrontation with six officers in July 2011.
Jodi Arias: Judge sets new sentencing trial dateJodi Arias was convicted of a particularly lurid murder last year. Now, Jodi Arias faces a new hearing in the sentencing phase.
Buddhist temple deaths case: Deliberations begin in third trial over 1991 shootingsBuddhist temple deaths: Deliberations began in the trial of a man charged with killing six monks and three others at a suburban Phoenix Buddhist temple in 1991. The previous trials resulted in a conviction, overturned on appeal, and a mistrial.
Movie theater shooting: Did a retired cop shoot a fellow moviegoer for texting?Movie theater shooting: A retired Tampa police captain fatally shot a man sitting in front of him, after an altercation that began over texting during the previews.
Puerto Rico earthquake, 6.4-magnitude, causes minor damagePuerto Rico earthquake: The US Geological Survey said the quake had a preliminary magnitude of 6.4 and struck just after midnight about 35 miles north of Hatillo.
California conservative multimillionaire supports minimum wage increaseRon Unz, an entrepreneur and registered Republican with conservative credentials, argues raising California's minimum wage to $12 an hour will ease low-paid workers' dependency on food stamps and other government assistance programs.
High profile Democrat, Terry McAuliffe, sworn in as Virginia's governorTerry McAuliffe promised to work toward common ground in his inaugural speech as Virginia's 72nd governor on Saturday. Bill and Hillary Clinton, two of McAuliffe's long-time supporters, were in attendance.
A-Rod's suspension cut to 162 gamesThe 211-game penalty given to Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez following an investigation into his use of performance-enchancing drugs, was reduced to 162 games on Saturday. Rodriguez has vowed to contest the ruling.
Penn State hires James Franklin as head coachOn Saturday, Penn State announced James Franklin will leave Vanderbilt to coach the Nittany Lions. Franklin replaces Bill O'Brien, who managed to lead the Nittany Lions to two winning seasons amid scandal.
