More Americans disapprove than approve of colleges considering race, ethnicity in admissions decisions, study shows
Half of surveyed adults in the US disapprove of students' race and ethnicities factoring into the college admissions process, according to a recent Pew Research Center study.
2023-06-11 21:50
A South Carolina woman mouthed 'help me' to a police officer during a traffic stop. Her passenger had just shot someone
A South Carolina police officer is being praised for her attention to detail during a traffic stop that led to a shooting suspect's arrest, according to authorities in North Myrtle Beach.
2023-06-11 15:21
Rolex or Faux-lex? Custom officers find fake luxury watches worth over $1.2 million at LAX
Rolex or Faux-lex? US Customs and Border Protection officers in Los Angeles recently seized dozens of fake luxury watches that -- if they were legitimate -- would have been valued at more than $1.2 million, authorities said.
2023-06-11 14:27
Long overdue: A book was returned to a Washington library 81 years after it was checked out
A library in western Washington state recently received a book so long overdue, World War II was happening when it was last checked out.
2023-06-11 13:16
Actor and comedian Marlon Wayans cited for disturbing the peace at Denver airport, authorities say
Actor and comedian Marlon Wayans was cited for disturbing the peace at Denver International Airport, according to Denver authorities.
2023-06-11 08:57
Dead fish are washing up along beaches on the Texas Gulf Coast, officials say. Here's why
This week, Texas beachgoers along the Gulf Coast may have observed a startling sight along the coastlines: possibly thousands of dead fish washed up on the sand.
2023-06-11 08:27
Port of Seattle’s Cargo Operations Shut by Work Action
The Port of Seattle shut its cargo operations on Saturday, adding to sporadic disruptions that have plagued West
2023-06-11 07:19
A California woman fell to her death at a popular hiking area while trying to rescue a teenage girl who slipped, authorities say
A woman fell to her death and a teenager was seriously injured at a popular southern California hiking trail during the woman's attempt to help the girl, who had slipped, authorities said.
2023-06-11 06:49
US Acknowledges China Has Spy Base in Cuba, Expanded It in 2019
The White House acknowledged the existence of Chinese spy facilities in Cuba, saying their presence dates back to
2023-06-11 05:54
Rare pony express envelope bound for Vermont to be auctioned in New York City
A rare envelope from the 1860s, the only one ever sent to Vermont via the fabled Pony Express, is going up for auction this month.
2023-06-11 03:49
Man arrested after breaking into Florida theme park, hopping into alligator enclosure and filming video for social media, authorities say
A man is accused of breaking into a Florida theme park, jumping into an alligator enclosure and filming a video for social media -- a dangerous stunt that authorities say led to his arrest.
2023-06-11 03:15
Extremely rare orange lobster caught in Maine's Casco Bay has new home
An extremely rare, bright orange American lobster caught earlier this month in Maine's Casco Bay by a lobstering crew has found a home at the University of New England's marine science center.
2023-06-11 01:58