All USA Update
Abigail Hernandez, missing N.H. teen, returns home: a nine-month mysteryAbigail Hernandez returned on Sunday to her home in northern New Hampshire nine months after her disappearance. Investigators are seeking information from anyone who saw her between 10 and 10:30 p.m. on Sunday.
Fraudulent applications for Obamacare subsidies succeeding, audit findsIn the audit, 18 applications were filed by employees of the Government Accountability Office, and 11 went through. That comes on the heels of two conflicting court rulings about the Obamacare subsidies Tuesday.
Friend of Boston Marathon bombing suspect convicted of obstructing justiceAzamat Tazhayakov was accused of helping to remove a number of incriminating items from the dorm room of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev. Mr. Tazhayakov could face up to 25 years in prison.
Sinkhole in Florida: In 'Sinkhole Alley,' another massive one swallows a streetSinkhole in Florida: A 120-foot-wide sinkhole opened up in a Tampa suburb Saturday, forcing evacuations in an area of Florida known as 'Sinkhole Alley.' Florida, much of which sits atop limestone beds, is prone to the cave-ins.
2014 wildfire season worse than usual across the WestMore than 100 homes were lost in one Washington State wildfire. Across much of the West – especially the Pacific Northwest – this year’s fire season is worse than usual.
Congressional aide charged after allegedly bringing pistol to House buildingCapitol Police arrested Ryan Shucard, press secretary to Rep. Tom Marino, after a routine search required for entry. It's not the first incident like this at congressional buildings.
Partisan feud erupts over EPA as it moves to nix Alaska mineThe EPA moved Friday to scuttle a controversial open pit mine in Alaska and help preserve the area's salmon habitat. The step only fans the flames of discontent in Congress over the EPA approach to environmental regulation.
Across West, firefighters struggle against wildfires as temperatures soarThe Washington lieutenant governor and Oregon governor have declared states of emergency. Congress is beginning to mull legislation that could help deal with wildfires.
Portraits clash of friend of suspected Boston bomber, as trial nears endIn closing arguments, prosecutors said Azamat Tazhayakov, friend of Boston Marathon bombing suspect, helped hide incriminating evidence. Defense attorneys say he’s just a 'friend of a kid who committed a heinous act.'
Judge stays Missouri execution over claims of mental illnessA federal judge temporarily halted the execution of convicted murderer John Middleton Tuesday over concerns that he could be mentally ill. The stay could be overturned Wednesday.
Arrest of former Utah attorneys general called 'black eye' for stateFollowing a two-year investigation, two former Utah attorneys general were arrested Tuesday and charged with multiple corruption-related felonies, including bribery and obstruction of justice.
One California or six? Partition plan has enough signatures to get on ballot.A California partition plan backed by a Silicon Valley tycoon will be on the 2016 ballot, the group Six Californias says, but it faces an uphill battle for voter support and against criticism it's unrealistic and a waste of time.
Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, reintegration finished, back on active dutySgt. Bowe Bergdahl, held by the Afghan Taliban for five years, returned to active duty Monday, 1-1/2 months after his controversial release. A big unanswered question now is whether he will yet face desertion charges.
Amazon, pursuing drone delivery for packages, seeks FAA nod to test-flyAmazon is aiming to use drones to deliver packages to customers in 30 minutes or less. Currently, the FAA has a ban on the commercial use of unmanned aerial vehicles.
Washington State, battling five wildfires, braces for higher temperaturesThe forecast in Washington State is for hot and dry weather through Tuesday. Meanwhile, officials step up patrols and public education, as firefighters struggle to contain five wildfires.
What friend's trial is revealing about Boston Marathon bombing suspectThe trial of Azamat Tazhayakov, charged with obstruction of justice in the Boston Marathon bombing case, is shedding new light on the mind-set of Dzhokar Tsarnaev, the surviving alleged bomber.
Dodgers ordered to pay beaten fan $14 million: Will sports security tighten?Bryan Stow, a San Francisco Giants fan, was beaten by two men while leaving the opening day game in 2011 in Los Angeles. On Wednesday, a California jury found the Dodgers partially responsible.
Confederate flag: Washington and Lee University removing displayThe Confederate flag has been in the school's Lee Chapel since 1930. In announcing the change, the Washington and Lee president also discussed Gen. Robert E. Lee, one of the school's namesakes.
Trial of friend of Boston bombing suspect: a deterrent?Azamat Tazhayakov is now on trial for allegedly conspiring to dispose of a backpack belonging to the Boston Marathon bombing suspect and for obstructing justice. His trial isn't the main act, but it has its own significance, analysts say.
Six Flags roller coaster accident: How frequent are amusement park injuries?Four people were slightly injured on a roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, Calif. Nationally, the number of injuries per million amusement park attendees has been dropping.
