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CDC Inquiry Sought on HIV Outbreak in WVa's Largest County
U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin on Monday submitted a congressional inquiry with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding an HIV outbreak in West Virginia's largest county.
Arkansas Governor Vetoes Transgender Youth Treatment Ban
Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson on Monday vetoed legislation that would have made his state the first to ban gender confirming treatments or surgery for transgender youth, though lawmakers could enact the restriction over his objections.
High Court Nixes Alex Jones' Appeal in Newtown Shooting Case
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear an appeal by Infowars host and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, who was fighting a Connecticut court sanction in a defamation lawsuit brought by relatives of some of the victims of the Sandy Hook shooting.
Watch: Calls Mount for NY County Official to Step Down after Anti-LGBTQ Comments Caught on Video
Would all the LGBTQ people in the world die out in a generation if they were dumped on an island? That's the unlikely scenario described by a county official in upstate New York. He's now facing calls to resign.
4 Reasons To Save Beyond Emergency Savings
Whether it's a stimulus check or some other type of windfall, it's smart to figure out how you best can put this money to use in terms of savings — beyond ensuring you've tucked away enough cash for emergencies.
Virginia Bans Gay and Trans 'Panic' Defenses
Virginia has become the 12th state to ban so-called "gay" and "trans panic" defenses, with Gov. Ralph Northam signing into law legislation introduced by out trans State Delegate Danica Roem.
Vermont Is 1st State to Give Minority Residents Vaccine Priority
Although other states have made efforts to get vaccine to people of color, Vermont is the first to offer them priority status.
Biden's Big Infrastructure Plan Hits McConnell, GOP Blockade
Much the way Republicans provided no votes for the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, they plan to sit on the sidelines for this next big lift by the White House.
Out TikTok Star Killed in Tragic Accident While on Phone with Fiancée
A TikTok star was talking on her cellphone to her future wife when powerful winds blew a tree limb onto her car and killed her, authorities said.
Australian Man Enters Guilty Plea in Grindr Torture Case
A 21-year-old defendant has pleaded guilty of brutally torturing an elderly Grindr date with shears, knives, a taser, an electric drill, and a hypodermic needle the victim was told contained blood with HIV.
Facebook Data on More than 500M Accounts Found Online
Details from more than 500 million Facebook users have been found available on a website for hackers.
With New Aid, Schools Seek Solutions to Problems New and Old
With a massive infusion of federal aid coming their way, schools are weighing how to use the windfall to ease the harm of the pandemic — and to tackle problems that existed long before the coronavirus.
Unopened Super Mario Bros. Game from 1986 Sells for $660,000
An unopened copy of Nintendo's Super Mario Bros. that was bought in 1986 and then forgotten about in a desk drawer has sold at auction for $660,000.
Pope Urges Hope Amid 'Darkness' of Pandemic in Easter Vigil
Pope Francis urged his coronavirus-weary flock to not lose hope even through the continued "dark months" of the pandemic as he celebrated a scaled-back Easter vigil service in St. Peter's Basilica on Saturday.
Mormon Leader: Prejudice, Racism Has No Place in Faith
A leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints issued another plea Saturday for members to be welcoming to people of all faiths and ethnicities.
Catholic Bishops Opposed Suicide Hotline Because It Helped LGBTQ People
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops opposed a 2019 bill that created the National Suicide Hotline because the legislation sought to prevent LGBTQ suicides.
Not Real News: A Look at What Didn't Happen This Week
None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. The Associated Press checked them out. Here are the facts.
How To Pay Your Taxes With A Credit Card In 2021
Paying taxes with a credit card can be tricky but remains a reasonable option when done the "right" way.
Chauvin's Trial Leaves Many Black Viewers Emotionally Taxed
For some it's too much to watch. Others just can't turn away.
Robot Artist Sells Art for $688,888, Now Eyeing Music Career
Sophia is a robot of many talents — she speaks, jokes, sings and even makes art.