All USA Update
Trump: 'It would be helpful' if Republicans would help himThe Republican presidential nominee called out "an insurgent group" that was working to deny him delegates at the party's July convention.
Former Vanderbilt football player again convicted of rapeBrandon Vandenburg was found guilty on five counts of aggravated rape and two counts of aggravated sexual battery.
Why the Dalai Lama will talk to US mayors about peaceThe Buddhist spiritual leader is scheduled to speak to US mayors about how to instill compassion. His speech comes in the wake of the recent violence in Orlando and elsewhere in the US.
How underfunded National Parks are turning more to the private sectorThe nation's National Parks need $11.9 billion for deferred repairs, but have drawn criticism for allowing corporate logos to appear in the parks for much needed funds.
Obama feels heat from State Department to act in SyriaAn internal memo decries President Obama's reticence to use force against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, stating action would force diplomatic negotiations.
Millennials still love cities, but may choose to purchase a home elsewhereA recent survey about Millennial city preferences by Abodo shows that Millennials prefer big cities. As they marry, will they choose to stay?
Why the Senate likely won't pass gun bills on terror watch listsLegislative discussion on limiting access to firearms by those suspected of terrorism has hit a standstill over issues of executive vs. judicial power and due process.
Could lessons from 1955 help control the Southern California blaze?The Sherpa Fire in Southern California continues to grow, and firefighters are pulling out historical records from the area's last wildfire to try and predict its movements in a rough area.
Obama embraces Orlando families, appeals for gun controlsObama said the massacre at a gay nightclub was evidence that "different steps" are needed to tighten gun laws.
Philadelphia becomes first major American city with soda taxDespite an expensive anti-tax campaign from the beverage industry, Philadelphia has become the first major American city with a soda tax.
Congress stalemated on guns despite shooting, filibusterBoth Democrats and Republicans showed their unwillingness to compromise over any gun legislation following the shooting in Orlando.
CIA director: US hasn't been able to curb IS global reachCIA Director John Brennan told Congress on Thursday that America has yet to contain the global reach of the Islamic State.
After Orlando, the LGBT community says what they want is simpleAfter 49 people were killed at a gay nightclub in Orlando this week, the LGBT community says the value of congressional support shouldn't be underestimated.
CIA declassifies documents detailing torture. Will Americans care?The CIA has declassified documents detailing 'enhanced interrogation' techniques used on terrorism suspects in response to a lawsuit by the American Civil Liberties Union.
Florida police turn a sad party into the best day ever for an 8-year-old boyFlorida officers surprised a birthday boy by attending his party after no one RSVP'd to attend. Coverage of the officers' kindness has gone viral.
Why the Senate voted to include women in the draftThe Senate voted to make draft registration mandatory for women. If approved, it would be another landmark in a year of advances for gender equality in the military.
How can Florida help keep alligators and humans apart?Although alligator attacks are rare, Florida's gator and human populations are growing, increasing the chance of conflict.
Why did Russian hackers steal from the DNC?Russian government hackers accessed the Democratic National Committee's research on Donald Trump. Hacking campaigns is surprisingly common, experts say.
Why doesn't pay for early childhood educators stack up?A new Department of Education report sheds light on the 'troubling pay gap' facing preschool teachers in comparison with their colleagues who teach older students.
How the Orlando shooting led Obama to further denounce TrumpEven after the mass shooting in Orlando this weekend Trump's anti-Muslim rhetoric is not the way forward, President Obama said in a speech Tuesday.
