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Environmental Study Finds Carbon Dioxide Emissions Threaten Alaska Waters, State's Fishing Dependent Economy

Businesses and fisheries in Alaska, including the king crab delicacy, could be at risk due to man-made carbon dioxide emissions, a recently-released report said.

Homeowning vs. Renting: Rate of US Home Ownership Falls to 19-Year Low

Ownership rate has fallen nearly 5 points since 2004 high The American dream of owning a home appears to be eroding, as fears from the recession linger and people are increasingly choosing to rent, according to a Reuters report.

Renisha McBride Murder Trial: Shooting Victim Sounded Drunk Before She Crashed Her Car, Friend Says

McBride's friend, Davonta Bynes, took to the stand on Monday, telling the jury that he spoke to McBride a little after 10 p.m. on Nov. 1 and that he suspected that she had been drinking because she was slurring.

Russia Cruise Missiles Controversy 2014: US Accuses Moscow of Violating 1987 Treaty

Obama administration writes to Putin administration: Russia has violated a 1987 treaty which prevents the use and test of missiles

Venezuela News 2014: Nation's Top Official Released From Aruba Amid Government Threat Allegations

Venezuela may have threatened the Netherlands to allow the release of Hugo Carvajal, who was arrested Thursday on the Dutch island of Aruba on a U.S. warrant for ties to drug trafficking.

Storm, Smugglers Break Through US-Mexico Border Patrol Fence in Arizona as Environmentalists Lament Costs

A storm has knocked down 60 feet of the steel fence border between the U.S. and Mexico in Arizona. A storm and smugglers broke through the steel fence border between the U.

iOS 8 Beta, Download, Release Date 2014: Beta 5 Release Unclear; New Apps, Features Introduced in Beta 4

Based on previous years, no one outside Apple knows when beta 5 will be released Internet rumors have been heating up, claiming that Apple's iOS 8 operating system will be released in September.

Mega Millions Numbers & Results July 29, 2014: Live Stream of Drawing Time; $77M Jackpot

If you're feeling lucky, then you may want to purchase a ticket for the Mega Millions lottery jackpot, which has jumped to $77 million, if you have not done so already. The drawing will take place on Tuesday, July 29, at 11 p.m. EST.

Metropolitan Opera Contract Negotiations Continue Ahead of Deadline, IATSE International President Weighs In

Met Opera workers are facing a lock out on Thursday if contract negotiations can't be settled. The Met's management want $30 million in cuts, workers argue management has run away cost with new productions.

San Diego Fugitive Pedophile Killed in Shootout With NYPD

A suspected child pedophile on the run was fatally shot after he opened fire on three officers on Monday.

Firefighters Increase Containment on Northern California Wildfire

Situation improving, crews may call off evacuation orders Firefighters have increased containment on a wildfire in northern California with the state fire chief saying the situation is improving, according to CBS News.

Veterans Administration and Affairs Health News: House and Senate Agree to Authorize $17 Billion in Emergency Spending

The Chairman of the House and Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee announced on Monday a compromise plan to fix the veterans' health program, authorizing $17 billion in emergency spending.

US Surveillance Programs 'Harming' Democracy, Law and Media, Says ACLU and Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch (HRW) and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) published a 120-page report on how the U.S. national surveillance programs are harming democracy, journalism and law.

Amusement Park Accident in Ohio Leaves 2 Injured

Several people were injured Saturday night in Ohio when a cable snapped on an amusement park ride that swings riders into the air.

NYC Parolee Convicted of Killing Police Officer, One Other

Man is facing a life sentence for 2012 killing A New York City parolee was convicted Monday for killing a Nassau County police officer and another man in 2012.

Virginia & Gay Marriage Ban: Appeals Court Strikes Down Marriage Ban in State

Panel decided gays have a constitutional right to marry that trumps state law A panel of the U. S. District Court of Appeals on Monday threw out a Virginia state ban on same-sex marriage, according to a USA Today report.

Storms & Weather Update 2014: Lightning Storm in Los Angeles Leaves One Dead, 13 Injured

Storm struck Sunday afternoon at popular Venice Beach A 15-minute thunderstorm struck in Los Angeles on Sunday as thousands were visiting Venice Beach, killing one man and injuring 13 others, according to a report from ABC News.

Gay Marriage Laws 2014: Colorado Attorney General Asks to Put Marriage Equality on Hold

Boulder County is the only county issuing same-sex marriage licenses Colorado Attorney General John Suthers is asking the Supreme Court to put a halt on Boulder County Clerk Hillary Hall from issuing same-sex marriage licenses.

Norwegian Cruise Line Controversy: Family of 5-Year-Old Boy with Cancer Upset After Company Refuses to Reschedule

A 5-year-old boy and his family were told no because they didn't have travelers insurance Norwegian Cruise Line is embroiled in controversy after refusing to allow a New York family to reschedule their vacation.

Global Warming News: Mangrove Trees Protect Cuba, Florida From Rising Sea Levels Caused by Climate Change

Both Cuba and Florida have turned to the use of mangrove trees to protect the areas from climate change.