All USA Update
Meet the man who finished last in the Boston MarathonAt this year's Boston Marathon, the inspirational stories were in no short supply as runners from all walks of life undertook the difficult challenge of completing a marathon.
What do Americans really think about abortion? The answer may surprise you.A recent survey on abortion policy shows that plenty of Americans don’t identify either as 'pro-choice' or as 'pro-life.'
Tsarnaev trial didn't stop Boston from celebrating its marathonMonday's Boston Marathon was the second race held since the bombings in 2013. This year's race coincides with the trial of convicted marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, and illustrates how the city is finding a new normal.
Is this the most effective new antipoverty program in America?Home visiting programs, which bring professionals into the homes of low-income families to help address the causes of poverty, are gaining bipartisan support.
FBI arrests six Somali-Americans as Minnesota struggles to stem terror recruitingAs authorities arrest six young men in Minneapolis and San Diego for allegedly planning to travel to Syria to join the Islamic State, local leaders attempt to address the root causes of radicalization.
Gyrocopter mail man: What was his message to Congress?The gyrocopter mail man who landed on Capitol Hill ended up making a bold statement about security in Washington D.C., but that wasn't his intended message. What was he trying to say with his stunt?
Why more Boston Marathon survivors oppose the death penaltyA couple who each lost limbs during the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing have called for life in prison without parole for convicted bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, echoing similar calls by other survivors. Their view reflects a growing unease about capital punishment in Boston and nationwide.
Another PG&E pipeline explosion: What was learned from the 2010 explosion?A PG&E pipeline explosion Friday in central California raises questions about the gas utility's safety overhaul after a 2010 explosion.
Millions of angry bees get loose after truck crash on I-5 in Washington stateBees swarmed a West Coast highway after a truck they were riding in crashed. Why were they cruising down the highway in the first place?
Why parents of 8-year-old Boston Marathon bombing victim oppose death penaltyWith the penalty phase of the Boston Marathon bombing trial a few days away, family members of several victims have called for the bomber, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, to be spared the death penalty.
Adolescent e-cigarette use triples: Is 'vaping' renormalizing nicotine?Teen use of traditional cigarettes fell 25 percent between 2013 and 2014, but experts worry that the surge in electronic cigarettes could be just as harmful.
How #IWishMyTeacherKnew can help teachers support studentsA third grade teacher from Colorado asked students to share one thing they wished she knew about them. Their honesty highlights not only the struggles youth face, but also the need for greater classroom connectivity.
Preemptive strike on EPA emissions rules: Can it derail Obama climate plan?An unexpected legal challenge could put an end to the EPA's new rules to reduce greenhouse gases before they come into effect.
‘No Catcall Zones’: A campaign about NYC street harassmentA New York City-based nonprofit is using street signs in a campaign to generate discussion around street harassment – one of the most prevalent and least acknowledged forms of sexual violence in the world.
Why Denver may see the biggest rent hikes this yearRent in the 'Mile High City' has skyrocketed since 2010, as rents across the country are increasing. What forces are at play and is this a trend that will continue?
‘Free-range’ parenting: How safe are kids in today’s world?The Maryland couple who made news for allowing their children to walk to the park unsupervised have drawn attention to a parenting style that advocates greater independence for kids. The debate has also raised the question of just how dangerous today's world is for children.
#EqualPayDay: Are employers ready to oblige?On Equal Pay Day, women are encouraged to press for equal compensation. But real change will require buy-in from employers, advocates say.
- Colleges wrestle with screening 'American Sniper'
The portrayal of Muslims in two movies – 'American Sniper' and 'Honor Diaries' – is generating controversy on US college campuses.
Why delay in Boston Marathon bombing trial may be blow for prosecutionLooming anniversaries of the Boston Marathon bombing, and the marathon itself, could mean a tough week for the jury and a long-term win for the defense.
How veterans are working to keep Chicago's children safeThe Leave No Veteran Behind group, in conjunction with Chicago's Safe Passage program, invests in veterans and lets them help keep students safe.
