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2016 Presidential Race: Former Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee to Announce Run for President

Former Rhode Island governor Lincoln Chafee will announce he is running in the 2016 presidential election on Wednesday.

California Senate Approves Bill Granting Undocumented Immigrants Access to Healthcare

California's state senate has approved a law allowing undocumented immigrants to gain access to the state's healthcare exchange and Medicaid benefits. The bill was introduced last year and passed with some Republican support.

Powerball Numbers & Results June 3, 2015: Watch Live Stream of Drawing for $188 Million Jackpot

Wednesday’s Powerball is here. And since no one won the grand prize last Sunday (when the winning numbers were: 8, 9, 25, 56, 57, and 22) all that money has once again rolled over and in now at $188 million, with a cash value of $119.4 million.

Officials Say Deceased Boston Terror Suspect was Plotting to Behead a Cop

Authorities say that the Muslim man who was fatally shot by Boston police on Tuesday was plotting to behead a police officer in a terror attack.

Immigration News Today: Newark Launches Largest Municipal ID Program in New Jersey

Newark became the largest city in New Jersey to launch a municipal identification program for residents regardless of immigration status and gender identity.

Sen. Bob Menendez Releases Corporate Diversity Survey, Says Latinos 'Grossly Underrepresented'

In an effort to expand diversity, U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., released his report about corporate America's diversity. "We all deserve a seat at the table," wrote Menendez.

Immigration Reform News 2015: Rick Scott Criticizes President Obama on Immigration As GOP Competes for Latino Vote

The Republican Party has started its push to gain some Latino voters ahead of next year's presidential elections. Though the candidates continue tossing their hats into the ring, the party has begun to push back on immigration and one candidate, Sen. Lindsey Graham, has the record to back the party's new focus.

Amtrak Crash in Philadelphia: Preliminary NTSB Report Says There Were 'No Anomalies' in Train 188 Derailment

In a preliminary report on the derailment of Amtrak's Train 188, the National Transportation Safety Board said on Tuesday that it had found no anomalies with the braking system of the formation or the signals and track at the crash site.

Beau Biden: President Obama to Eulogize at Funeral Service

The White House announced on Tuesday that President Barack Obama will deliver the eulogy at the funeral for Vice President Joe Biden's son, Beau, on Saturday.

Poll: Majority of Americans Back NSA's Bulk Data Collection

Most Americans support the federal government's bulk collection of telephone metadata first revealed by NSA leaker Edward Snowden, and they want Congress to reauthorize the program, CNN reported based on a poll it conducted along with the Opinion Research Corporation.

Same Sex Marriage News 2015: North Carolina Senate Overrides Veto of Bill Approving 'Religious Objections'

North Carolina's Republican-led state Senate on Monday voted to override Gov. Pat McCrory's veto of a bill that would allow some court officials to refuse to perform same-sex marriages.

Mega Millions Numbers & Results May 29, 2015: Live Stream of Drawing Time; $260M Jackpot

Would you like to wake up with $260 million in your account in the coming days? Then you might want to buy a Mega Millions ticket today as the lottery's jackpot has reached that considerable amount. That is because 19 draws have come and gone since March 24, the last time a player managed to win the big prize.

'Dark Knight' Theater Shooting Trial Update 2015: James Holmes Says He Knew Shooting Was 'Legally Wrong'

Colorado theater shooter James Holmes admitted that he knew opening fire in a dark movie theater was "legally wrong."

California State Senate Passes Bill to Raise Minimum Wage, Tie It to Inflation

California lawmakers took another step towards raising the state's minimum wage on Monday when the Senate approved a proposal to increase the hourly rate to $11 in 2016 and $13 in 2017.

Roberta Jacobson Nominated as US Ambassador to Mexico

Roberta Jacobson, assistant secretary of state for the Western Hemisphere and top negotiator with Cuba, has been nominated to be the new U.S. ambassador to Mexico. President Obama announced her as part of a list of federal nominations that still require the U.S. Senate's approval.

Netflix News: Are There Now Commercials on Streaming Video Service?

Netflix has been experimenting with commercials before and after subscriber content is viewed. Not having to deal with commercials is likely the reason that many subscribe to streaming services Netflix and Amazon Prime.

Obamacare Premiums Increase: Health Insurance Providers Request Double-Digit Premium Hike for 2016

Health insurance companies have requested double-digit hikes on insurance premiums for 2016. According to insurers, increasing drug costs and new data on consumers' health statuses have led to the request.

Aaron Hernandez News Update: Former NFL Star Seeks New Trial, Attorney Reportedly Believes One Juror Influenced by Outside Factors

Attorneys for former NFL star Aaron Hernandez are seeking to have his murder conviction overturned based on their contention one of the jurors considered evidence against him that may have never been introduced at trial.

Immigrant Heritage Month June 2-5 2015: Fill Out Citizenship Applications, Watch 'La Americana' & Other Events Held in First Week of June

June is Immigrant Heritage Month. Events throughout the U.S. will take place to help celebrate diversity and to tell stories about American culture.

Virginia Woman Demands Justice After Dog Dies at Petco Grooming Salon

Allison Marks' Golden Retriever died at the Petco at Westchester Commons in Chesterfield County on Friday during a routine grooming visit.