MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The Alabama Supreme Court on Friday declined to reconsider a controversial ruling that said frozen embryos are considered children under a state law. Justices in a 7-2 […]
Mexican officials say 3 bodies found in Baja California area where 2 Australians and American went missing
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Investing guru Warren Buffett draws thousands, but Charlie Munger’s zingers will be missed
OMAHA, Neb. — Tens of thousands of investors are expected to once again descend on an Omaha, Nebraska, arena Saturday to vacuum up tidbits of wisdom from billionaire Warren Buffett. […]
Bystander livestreams during Charlotte standoff show an ever-growing appetite for social media video
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Saing Chhoeun was locked out of his Charlotte, North Carolina, home on Monday as law enforcement with high-powered rifles descended into his yard and garage, using a […]
South Sudan removes newly imposed taxes that had triggered suspension of UN food airdrops
JUNA, South Sudan — Following an appeal from the United Nations, South Sudan removed recently imposed taxes and fees that had triggered suspension of U.N. food airdrops. Thousands of people […]
Marijuana backers eye proposed federal regulatory change as an aid to legalizing pot in more states
As the U.S. government moves toward reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, there may be little immediate impact in the dozen states that have not already legalized cannabis for […]
Biden and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on issues in 2024’s rare contest between 2 presidents
WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden and Donald Trump are two presidents with unfinished business and an itch to get it done. Their track records and plans on abortion, […]
Rep. Henry Cuellar of Texas vows to continue his bid for an 11th term despite bribery indictment
WASHINGTON — For two decades, U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar has stood out as a moderate Democrat along the Texas-Mexico border, bucking his party at times over guns and immigration while […]
New Orleans’ own PJ Morton returns home to Jazz Fest with new music
NEW ORLEANS — Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer PJ Morton comes home with a new album and memoir dropping soon amid a Saturday afternoon performance at the New Orleans […]
Houston braces for flooding to worsen in wake of storms
HOUSTON — The Houston area was under threat of worsening flood conditions Saturday, a day after heavy storms slammed the region and authorities warned those in low-lying areas to evacuate […]