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The Eye, a Window to People's Mental State as Simple Retina Exam Could Detect Alzheimer's Disease Before Effects Surface

Researchers at the University of Minnesota have discovered a simple eye test could aid doctors in diagnosing Alzheimer's disease years before its effects can actually be seen in patients.

Mega Millions Drawing– Here the Numbers for Today, July 12, 2016: $15 Million Jackpot Results Live in Real Time

The Tuesday, July 12 Mega Millions jackpot has reset at $15 million after at least one winning ticket was sold in the July 8, $540 million game.

'Dreamers' Fear Court Order Will Leave Them Vulnerable to Deportation

A growing group of "Dreamers" are expressing concern the information they provided to the government in hopes of benefiting from the immigration executive actions once proposed by President Obama will now be used against them.

Chick-fil-A Free Food Day, Today, Jul. 12, 2016 – Menu Includes Chicken Sandwich, Wrap or Biscuit; 'Cow Appreciation Day' Rules

How far would you go for the taste of Chick-fil-A? In recognition of Cow Appreciation Day on Tuesday, July 12, company officials are offering free food to all customers who appear dressed as a cow at one of the chain's more than 2,000 restaurants nationwide.

Human Rights Watch Report Find ICE Negligent, Provided Subpar Medical Care in Deaths of Detainees

A new Human Rights Watch (HRW) report concludes that at least 18 people died while in the custody of federal immigration officials over a three year period ending in 2015 largely due to subpar medical care in several instances.

Breast Cancer Survivors Need Regular Exercise to Control Stress Levels: Study

A new Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine study finds exercise goes a long way in helping breast cancer survivors keep down high stress levels.

Latino Officer Patrick Zamarripa Among Dallas Officers Killed in Mass Shootings

Patrick Zamarripa was one of the five officers killed in the Dallas police shooting that left five officers dead and a country in mourning.

Electoral College Maps 2016 Projections & Predictions: Hillary Clinton Tops Donald Trump, Holds Leads in Most key Battlegtound States

Electoral College Maps 2016 Projections & Predictions: Hillary Clinton Holds Commanding Lead Over Donald Trump in Various Polls

Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman Escape Rumors Denied, Mexican Officials Post Photos of Him Still Behind Bars

Politicians in Mexico are serving up visual evidence to refute rumors that reputed drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman has escaped custody for a third time.

Powerball – Here the Numbers for Today, July 9, 2016 Drawing: $288 Million Jackpot Results Live in Real Time; Mega Millions Jackpot Returns to $15M

The Saturday, July 9 Powerball drawing is set to hit at least $288 million after there were no grand prize winners in the July 6, $257 million game.

ACLU Report Finds Many Foreign-Born Vets Deported or Facing Proceedings

An American Civil Liberties Union report finds the federal government has neglected to file the naturalization applications of a growing number of foreign-born U.S. vets resulting in many of them being deported or now facing such actions.

Mega Millions Winning Numbers Drawing for July 8, 2016: Jackpot Tops $580 Million - Live Results

The Friday, July 8 Mega Millions jackpot has soared to at least $540 million with a cash option, lump sum payment of $380 million available to a single game winner.

Jeremy Lin Reflects 'Alton Sterling Video Makes me Sick'

NBA star Jeremy Lin is among those expressing grave disbelief based on the early footage made public in connection with the killing of Alton Sterling at the hands of Louisiana police.

Powerball Winning Numbers for July 6, 2016: $257 Million Jackpot Drawing & Live Results

The Wednesday, July 6, Powerball jackpot will be worth at least $257 million with a cash option, lump sum payment of $179.9 million available to a single game winner.

Mega Millions Winning Numbers Drawing for July 5, 2016: Jackpot Tops $449 Million - Live Results

The Tuesday, July 5 Mega Millions is the third highest in the game's history at $449 million. UPDATE - July 5, 2016 - 11:00 p. m. ET: The winning numbers for Tuesday's Mega Millions jackpot are 29 - 64 - 46 - 53 - 73 and the megaball is 10.

4th of July in 2016 - Banks, Retailers, Drugstores, Supermarkets: What's Open, Closed on Independence Day?

Banks (Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Citibank, HSBC), financial markets, credit unions and the stock markets will be closed in honor of the federally recognized holiday on Monday. In addition, all government offices, public libraries and superior court branches will also be closed and there will be no mail delivery service.

Powerball Winning Numbers for July 2, 2016: $243 Million Jackpot Drawing & Live Results

The Saturday, July 2 Powerball drawing stands at $243 million with a single, cash option lump sum payment of $165.9 million.

4th of July Fireworks Shows & Events in Los Angeles 2016 – Concerts, Parades, and the City’s Best Block Parties

From Orange County to Ventura County, Southern Californians are spoiled when it comes to fireworks shows. Most are free, but some charge a small fee for all the fun that comes with an Independence Day celebration.

West Virginia Flooding News - July 2016: More Rain, Flash Floods & Storms Possible During Holiday Weekend; Aid Starts Pouring In

Storm ravaged West Virginia area residents are bracing for the threat of more rain and flooding over the July 4, holiday weekend.

Mega Millions Winning Numbers for July 1, 2016: Jackpot Tops $415 Million - Live Results of the Drawing

The Friday, July 1 Mega Millions jackpot stands at a staggering $415 million after there were no grand prize winners in the June 28 drawing, when the jackpot stood at $390 million.