All USA Update
From resignation to determination: Obama's evolution on gunsThe president on Tuesday outlined a series of executive actions designed to reduce gun violence.
What GM's $500 million Lyft investment means for the future of carsGeneral Motors $500 million investment in the ride-hailing service Lyft will provide cars for drivers and more options for consumers, the automaker says.
How did US stock markets respond to Monday's extreme selloff?After a brutal trading day to open 2016, US stock indexes recovered Tuesday amid worries surrounding a global slowdown, prompted by speculation on the Chinese economy's stability.
Why did those Oregon protesters pick a wildlife refuge to make their stand?Before it represented conflict and armed anti-government sentiment, conservationists say Malheur Wildlife Refuge was a beacon of collaboration.
Could Iran prisoner swap free jailed American journalist?The potential deal could mean the released of Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian, who has been detained for more than 18 months and was recently sentenced to an undisclosed prison term.
Oregon standoff: How will it end?Federal law enforcement officials say they want to bring the occupation of a US wildlife refuge by self-described militiamen to a peaceful conclusion.
Can New York force homeless people into shelters? Why Cuomo says yes.New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed an executive order Sunday requiring all homeless people in the state to enter a shelter when temperatures are below freezing – even against their will.
Pharmacist-prescribed birth control: a victory for the GOP?Oregon is the first state to offer hormonal contraceptives without a doctor's prescription. More states may join as Republicans try to combat a "war on women'" image.
A gunman entered a North Carolina church. What happened next?An armed man disrupted a Fayetteville, N.C. congregation New Year's Eve. But instead of wreaking tragedy, he asked for prayer.
Oregon standoff: Are these patriots or domestic terrorists?Groups promising a long-term occupation took over headquarters at Malheur Wildlife Refuge in eastern Oregon on Saturday, following nearby protests against two ranchers' prison sentences.
How a freak blizzard wrecked Texas's dairy industryWinter storm Goliath marked the end of 2015 by ripping through the Southwest, hurting the dairy industry for months to come.
Missouri communities work to weather unusual winter floodsThe extreme flooding over the holidays in the Midwest has been met with flood management and recovery efforts seasoned by lessons learned from past floods.
- Barack Obama gets chummy, coffee with Jerry Seinfeld
Appearing on the sitcom star's web show Wednesday night, Obama chats about crazy world leaders, the surreality of living in the White House, and the time he went golfing with Larry David.
FBI foils New Year's terror plot in Rochester, N.Y.The plan to attack a New Year's revelers at a restaurant/bar is one of several terrorism plots uncovered in upstate New York since the September 11, 2001 attacks.
California gun law will allow families to petition for gun-restraining ordersCalifornia will become the first state to allow citizens to petition a court to temporarily seize family members' guns if they fear a danger to themselves or others.
Bill Cosby – for the first time – faces criminal charges in an assault caseTemple University employee Andrea Constand first told police in 2005 that the comic drugged her and violated her at his mansion in suburban Philadelphia.
After graffiti campaign, San Francisco has little love for Justin BieberIn what the San Francisco Public Works Department calls a 'guerrilla marketing' campaign, spray painted ads promoting Justin Bieber's latest album have pervaded the city's sidewalks.
Chicago police shooting: Is deadly force used too readily?Chicago police fatally shot a young man armed with a baseball bat and accidentally killed his neighbor early Saturday, intensifying the crisis over Mayor Rahm Emanuel's leadership in the wake of police shootings.
Can Bernie Sanders win over Donald Trump supporters?The Democratic presidential candidate said Sunday that he could win over Donald Trump's 'angry' fans by tapping into their source of frustration – economic inequality.
Washington Post takes down Ted Cruz cartoon: Are politicians' kids off limits?The Washington Post retracted a political cartoon published Tuesday of Ted Cruz and his daughters, saying it was in bad taste, but the artist stands by her sketch, saying the girls are 'fair game.'
