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Slow start for New York's strict medical marijuana programSo far more than 165 patients have qualified, a figure that's more than doubled in a week but is still just a sliver of the potential patient pool.
Tennessee lottery winner: A firm believer in tithing at churchJohn and Lisa Robinson from Munford, Tenn., will be getting a lump sum payout of about $327 million. They don't plan to quit their jobs.
First LookWhy Chicago's black pastors boycotted an MLK day breakfastFor more than 30 years, the mayor of Chicago has held an annual breakfast honoring the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. This year, the event became a flashpoint for area protesters.
Why Americans are anxious, despite a low 'misery index'The qualms of many Americans reveal a disconnect between how the economy looks on paper and how it appears to the public.
Why Hollywood's diversity issues go deeper than Oscars 'whiteout'For the second year in a row, the Academy nominated only white actors in all the acting categories. But experts say the diversity problem reaches far beyond awards shows.
- What are Americans willing to trade their privacy for?
A majority of Americans questioned in a Pew study said that they might be willing to trade their privacy depending on the benefit they were being offered in exchange, the circumstances of their lives, and what they felt about the company wanting to collect their information.
On Los Angeles streets, a cool reception for charging RamsThe NFL believes the economics of the Rams move to L.A. stacks up, but attitudes on the street suggest many fans will need convincing.
First LookWhy St. Louis fans see Rams' move to L.A. as 'slap in the face'Football fans in Los Angeles are elated to have an NFL team return to their city, but Rams fans in St. Louis aren't so thrilled.
Rolling Stone interview: Among Mexican-Americans, a complex view of 'El Chapo'Amid the ethical debate over the Rolling Stone interview of drug lord Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán, Mexican-Americans have a unique view.
NFL teams on the move: The St. Louis Rams are returning to L.A.Will the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders also be moving to Los Angeles too?
Alabama-Clemson: The latest epic college football playoff gameAlabama beat Clemson 45-40 on Monday night in the College Football Playoff title game. It was epic. Heisman Trophy winner Derrick Henry ran for three touchdowns.
Ohio house explosion: What to do if there's a gas leakTwo children, two adults were killed by the blast and subsequent fire Monday night in Northfield Center Township, about 15 miles southeast of Cleveland, Ohio.
First LookWould you give the shirt off your back? This New York man didThe viral video of a man putting his own shirt on a homeless man on a New York City subway train once more highlights social media’s power to showcase acts of kindness.
First LookAlice Paul: How her Quaker roots shaped her gender activismWomen's rights activist and suffragist Alice Paul, a key figure in the push for the 19th Amendment, drew from her Quaker upbringing in fighting for equality.
First LookWhy Ringling Bros. elephant shows will end earlyThe circus announced that it will retire the last of its performing Asian elephants in May, a year and a half earlier than expected.
College football: Alabama-Clemson for the national titleThe 2015 college football season comes to a close Monday night in Arizona when the Crimson Tide and the Tigers meet in the national championship game.
NFL playoffs: Washington Redskins have edge over Green Bay PackersKirk Cousins leads the Washington Redskins as they host an NFL Wild Card playoff game for the first time since 2012. The Redskins play the Green Bay Packers Sunday at 4:40 p.m.
Cover StoryThe dog rescuerIn a 3,500-mile humanitarian odyssey, Greg Mahle transports rescue dogs from shelters in the South to new owners in the North.
NFL playoff predictions 2016: Does the home-field advantage matter?On Saturday, the Kansas City Chiefs will play the Texans at Houston and the Pittsburgh Steelers will be in Cincinnati. On Sunday, Seattle will be at Minnesota and Green Bay will be at Washington.
First LookMississippi honors Vernon Dahmer, fifty years after KKK slayingFriday's ceremony was the latest demonstration of the Magnolia State's efforts to make peace with it's racial past.
