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Mexican Judge Halts 'El Chapo's' U.S. Extradition, Legal Appeal Considered

A Mexican judge has halted efforts to have reputed drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman extradited here to the U.S.

Powerball Winning Numbers for June 29, 2016: $203 Million Jackpot Drawing & Live Results

The Wednesday, June 29 Powerball jackpot will top $222 million after there were no grand prize winners in the June 25, $203 million drawing.

New Study Finds ICE 'Guaranteeting Minimums' to Keep Private Detention Centers Filled With Mothers and Children

A new Center for Constitutional Rights and Detention Watch Network report finds Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials have made assurances to private prison companies guaranteeing that a quota of detainees largely made up of mothers and their children will forever be offered up for lock up.

Macy's 4th of July 2016 Fireworks Show in New York City: Best Places to Watch, the Free Live Stream and List of Performers

The Macy's 40th annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular will be headlined by pop star Meghan Trainor, country star Kenny Chesney and Australian boy band 5 Seconds of Summer.

Mega Millions Winning Numbers for June 28, 2016: Jackpot Tops $393 Million - Live Results of the Drawing

The Tuesday, June 28, Mega Millions jackpot is estimated to be at least $390 million after there were no grand prize winners in the June 24, $363 million game.

West Virginia Flooding Map & Casualties - Jun. 2016: 23 Reported Dead, Hundreds Left Homeless With More Storms Feared on the Way

With the death toll already at 23, West Virginia authorities were bracing themselves for another potential round of devastating storms late Monday.

3 Ways Donald Trump Started the American Brexit in Nigel Farage’s Image

The United Kindom is leaving the European Union on the strength of disenfranchised voters supportive of anti-immigration laws. Leading the charge was Nigel Farage, a enigmatic leader who mirrors Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in tone and policy.

Shark Week 2016 Schedule Released: Discovery Programming Guide - What To Watch

Shark Week on the Discovery Channel officially kicks off on Sunday, June 26. Shark Week on the Discovery Channel officially kicks off on Sunday, June 26, 2016.

Powerball Winning Numbers for June 25, 2016 - $203 Million Jackpot Drawing & Live Results

The Saturday, June 25, Powerball Jackpot stands at $203 million after there were no grand prize winners in the June 22, $184 million game.

Jennifer Lopez, Selena Gomez, Lin Manuel-Miranda Join Movement Calling for Tougher Gun Laws

Jennifer Lopez, Christina Aguilera, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Selena Gomez are among a group of more than 200 Latina celebrities who have joined a social media campaign urging Congress to enact greater gun control measures.

New York City Public Schools Host First Ever LGBTQ Celebration Event, Setting the Standard for Other Districts?

The New York City public school system has become the first in history to host a LGBTQ Pride celebration event.

Mega Millions Winning Numbers for June 24: Jackpot Tops $363 Million - Live Results of the Drawing

The Mega Millions jackpot for Friday, June 24, will be at least $363 million, with a cash option, lump sum payout of $244 million.

Aaron Hernandez Described as 'Guy You Need to Watch Every Day' by Bristol County Sheriff

Aaron Hernandez is described by a top law enforcement officer as "a sociopath, a guy you need to watch every day."

Supreme Court's Ruling Against Executive Action on Immigration Leaves Millions Frustrated

President Obama attacked Republicans for "standing in the way of progress" after the Supreme Court ruled on Thursday, June 23, not to lift a lower court's injunction against the executive actions he took on immigration that stood to benefit as many as 5 million families.

Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman's Wife Meets With Human Rights Commission, Fights for Better Treatment of Drug Lord Husband

The common law wife of jailed Mexican drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is stepping up her crusade to secure better treatment for her husband as he awaits possible extradition to the U.S. on an array of federal drug charges.

Dwindling Coral Reef Supplies Have Marine Scientists Alarmed, Searching for Answers

Many of the world's top marine scientists are growing more concerned about a dwindling coral reef supply, hampered in recent times by such developments as El Nino and global warming.

Powerball Numbers for June 22 - $184 Million Jackpot Drawing & Live Results

The Wednesday, June 22 Powerball jackpot will reach a least $184 million after there were no grand prize winners in the June 18, game.

Youngest Fully Formed Exoplanet on Record Discovered, How Does it Compare to Earth? Scientists Search Clues Abouts its Rise

Scientists have uncovered what's being described as the "youngest fully formed exoplanet ever found," a planet billed as 500 light-years from earth.

Supreme Court to Hear Case of Immigrants Being Held Without Bond Hearings for Periods Longer Than Six Months

The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to decide the issue of if detained immigrants facing deportation proceedings should be allowed bail hearings after spending more than six months in custody.

Mega Millions Winning Numbers for June 21, 2016: $333 Million Jackpot's Live Results and Drawing Time

The Tuesday, June 21, Mega Million drawing is set to top $333 million after there were no jackpot winners in last Friday's game for the 29th straight drawing.