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NFL Week 7: New York Jets aim for AFC East supremacy vs. PatriotsThe New England Patriots have been mowing down their opponents so far this season, but a game against AFC East Division rival New York Jets could spell trouble for Tom Brady and Bill Belichick.
College football TV schedule Saturday: Can unbeatens keep it going?Temple and Memphis remain perfect after late week wins. What about the rest of the Top 25?
Gun culture still strong in the US, polls find. But that may be changingAlthough many Americans favor robust gun rights, an ongoing demographic shift could over time tip the balance toward greater support for gun safety legislation, some experts say.
How California could dramatically change assisted suicide debateCalifornia recently legalized doctor-assisted suicide. As the largest state in the nation, it could present challenges other states have not experienced.
- Is religion vs. science a real divide among Americans? Not so much, says poll.
The notion that science and religion are at odds is out of touch with how Americans see the issue, according to a new Pew survey.
Why Texas police are giving out gifts instead of ticketsInstead of giving a man a traffic ticket, two Texas police officers pooled money together to buy car seats for his three children. Such acts of charity among the police are not unusual.
With 154 wins, women’s field hockey sets record: A triumph for Title IX?The Watertown (Mass.) High School Raiders have not lost a single game since 2008. Their record-breaking streak comes at a time of emerging prevalence of women's sports in the US.
Murphy, Mets sweep past Cubs to go to World SeriesNew York's second baseman was named NLCS MVP after hitting a home run in his sixth consecutive game, setting a new major league postseason record.
Behind Obama's heroin plan, a shift in how America sees addictsPresident Obama unveiled a plan to help heroin and prescription drug addicts get better access to treatment. It's a long way from 'get tough' days gone by.
Polls show you probably won't trust this articleA recent study reveals almost two-thirds of Americans don't trust the mass media. Who's to blame?
First LookObama to unveil plan to curb opiate use: How big is US heroin problem?The president will be announcing his new strategy in West Virginia, the state with the highest rate of overdose deaths in the country.
Mormon church clarifies view of gay marriagesA Mormon leader's speech marks a landmark moment in the conservative religion's transformation from a faith that frowned on gays and lesbians to one becoming more welcoming and compassionate.
Dramatic rescue video of French sailor and his catA Frenchmen and his cat jumped from his damaged sailboat onto an oil ship tender in high seas off Alaska.
FAA calls for drone registry: How big a problem are 'close calls'?The FAA plans to require recreational users to register their drones. But some experts say it's a rushed solution to a serious but overstated problem.
Florida Senate: Seal won't display Confederate flag anymoreFlorida Senate removed the Confederate battle flag from its official seal. In Tennessee, county commissioners voted down a proposal to fly the flag Monday.
19-year-old Indiana student attacks Muslim woman: Is an apology enough?After an Indiana University student attacks a Muslim woman sitting outside of a cafe, Muslim advocates and educators says this single hate crime exists within a larger trend.
What Oprah's Weight Watchers deal says about dietingOprah Winfrey comes aboard Weight Watchers as it tries to broaden its appeal, reflecting shifts in consumer attitudes toward dieting.
Detroit minister shoots attacker. Should armed pastors be a new normal?The pastor of Detroit's City of God church is in custody after shooting a brick-wielding man who allegedly threatened parishioners.
Winter in October: Nine inches of snow in Syracuse, N.Y.Parts of central New York have received an early taste of winter with up to 9 inches of snow, which created difficult travel conditions.
Week 6: Why New England Patriots should crush Indianapolis ColtsThe New England Patriots take on the Indianapolis Colts Sunday at 8:30 p.m. in Indianapolis.
