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- Trump, the business owner, joins struggle over when to carry a gun
Donald Trump says he supports the Second Amendment right to gun ownership, but many Trump hotels prohibit firearms to be carried on the premise.
- Daylight saving time: Why it isn't going away
Daylight saving time: Nearly the entire United States observes daylight saving once a year, despite complaints from various quarters.
- California drought: Will public shaming stop water-use violators?
California is enforcing its water conservation measures more aggressively as it faces a severe drought, aiming for a behavioral shift in water use via public shaming and hefty fines.
- On Halloween, pitching keeps New York Mets in the World Series hunt
The New York Mets beat the Kansas City Royals Friday night on the pitching of Norseman Noah Syndergaard. The Royals lead the series 2-1.
- College football TV schedule Saturday: Trick or treat for ranked teams?
TCU won Thursday night, but Pittsburgh received a rude surprise from North Carolina. On this Halloween Saturday, we'll have to see which teams are dressed for the occasion and those that might get dressed down.
- First LookObama administration weighs in on transgender bathroom debate
The US Department of Education and the Department of Justice issued a joint statement in a friend-of-the-court brief in support of a student suing for the right to use the boys' restroom.
- Gamergate: new wrinkle in video game world's ugly spat over sexism
The famous South by Southwest festival canceled a panel discussion about harassment of women in the video game world. The decision has caused an uproar.
- First LookPost-game prayer sidelines high school football coach
An assistant football coach for Bremerton High School in Washington state has been placed on administrative leave for defying orders not to pray in front of students.
- Royals take 2-0 World Series lead after downing Mets
Kansas City starting pitcher Johnny Cueto threw a complete game Wednesday night as the Royals beat New York, 7-1, in Game 2.
- First LookIs God real? Texas student says teacher labeled faith as 'myth'
A seventh grader at West Memorial Junior High School in Katy, Texas, says a teacher told students they were wrong to classify the statement 'God is real' as fact.
- Dogs now allowed in NY restaurants. What are the rules?
Dogs can now legally dine with their owners at outdoor food service establishments across New York.
- Muslim truck drivers refuse to deliver beer, win $240,000 lawsuit
Star Transport will pay $240,000 to two Muslim employees who were fired for refusing to deliver alcohol, citing their religious beliefs.
- World Series 2015: Royals vs. Mets in first 'Fall Classic' meeting
Kansas City and New York won consecutive World Series titles in the mid-1980s. Now, the Royals and Mets are back, looking to add to their lore.
- Balancing LGBT rights? Mormon leader speaks at 'natural family' conference
The four-day World Congress of Families features 185 speakers, including a top Mormon leader, explaining why they say families led by a man and woman who are married are best for society.
- Are you a real New York Mets fan? Take our quiz.
For over 50 years, New York Mets fans have had to suffer through some tough seasons. But all those losses have made their success on the field that much sweeter. Test your knowledge of Mets baseball with our quiz.
- First LookOle Miss has lowered the Mississippi state flag for good
In recent months, the state of Mississippi has received pressure to drop the Confederate battle emblem from the state flag. The school's flagship university isn't waiting for a formal change.
- Why the NYPD union wants a boycott of Quentin Tarantino films
Days after an NYPD officer was killed on duty, the filmmaker participated in local protest against police brutality. Are movements like Black Lives Matter inherently anti-police?
- FocusIn New York, Mexico's richest immigrants lend hand to their countrymen
At a time when immigration issues are divisive, New York’s Mexican community is struggling. But wealthy Mexican immigrants are rising to be a part of the solution and, in the process, overcoming old stereotypes.
- Carry a gun? Why Indiana restaurant offers 25 percent discount
After a robbery, the owner of a Cajun restaurant in Indianapolis offered a discount to customers carrying a concealed weapon.
- Royals top Blue Jays to head to World Series
Kansas City won 4-3 after a tense game that included a rain delay in the 8th inning.