Nashville group working to make dangerous road safer
Each year, dozens of pedestrians are struck in Nashville. Twenty-three people were killed in 2017, making it the deadliest year ever. Since the transit vote failed, a local group is working to make changes on one of the most dangerous roads in Music City.
Will the Royal Wedding boost the UK economy?
It's a favorite tabloid newspaper headline: The Royal Wedding will bring a HUGE boost to the economy. Parts of the British press have been confidently suggesting Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's nuptials on Saturday will benefit the country's economy to the tune of hundreds of millions of pounds.
Tiger Woods: 'I'm not that far off from winning golf tournaments'
He's said it before but this time people were sitting up and taking notice. This time, as Tiger Woods charged up the leaderboard at the Players Championship, a long overdue 80th PGA Tour victory really did look within reach.
Officer dragged during car stop on Long Island
A man was arrested after he dragged an officer during a car stop on Long Island Sunday afternoon. Around 5:21 p.m., Nassau County police conducted a car stop of a vehicle driven by Dwayne Henderson, 21.
Couple calling for 'free range' parenting law
Monica and Devon Jones' parenting philosophy has always been about giving their children the freedom to grow. But teaching their now 5-year-old daughter life lessons almost cost them their custody.
Taraji P. Henson engaged to NFL star Kelvin Hayden
Taraji P. Henson is headed down the aisle. The "Empire" star revealed in an Instagram post on Monday that her boyfriend, NFL star, Kelvin Hayden, popped the big question on Mother's Day.
Princess Diana: The small ways she'll be present at Harry and Meghan's wedding
When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tie the knot in Windsor's St. George's Chapel, there's one person whose absence will be keenly felt: Diana, Princess of Wales.
World's tallest geyser keeps erupting, and scientists aren't sure why
Yellowstone National Park's Steamboat Geyser just erupted for the fifth time this year, and scientists aren't sure why.
How Meghan Markle will use her royal voice
In America, royal well-wishers tend to come in pairs, mothers and daughters, keen to catch a glimpse of a real-life prince and princess. Hollywood can take much of the credit for that.
Pete Wentz and Meagan Camper welcome new baby
There's a new girl in Fall Out Boy Pete Wentz's life. Wentz and his longtime partner Meagan Camper recently welcomed a daughter. The musician made the birth announcement in a special Mother's Day post on social media.
Facebook suspends 200 apps over possible data misuse
Facebook has suspended 200 apps for possible misuse of user data in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal. Facebook said in a blog post Monday that it has investigated thousands of apps after it emerged that Cambridge Analytica had harvested information on about 87 million users without their knowledge.
The Trump administration is trying to turn the McCain death joke into a 'leak' scandal
Last week in the White House, an aide to President Donald Trump "joked" that John McCain's opposition to CIA nominee Gina Haspel was largely immaterial because "he's dying anyway."
Family of suicide bombers attacks 3 churches in Indonesia, killing 12, police say
A husband and wife used their four children in a string of deadly suicide attacks on three churches in the Indonesian city of Surabaya that left 12 people dead, according to the country's ranking police official.
Controversial US pastors to take part in embassy opening in Jerusalem
Monday's ceremony marking the relocation of the US Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem will break with tradition in more ways than one.
WHO calls for elimination of trans fat in foods by 2023
The World Health Organization wants to eliminate artificial trans fats from the global food supply and has a step-by-step strategy on how to do so by 2023.
Jesse Jackson: Why I'm taking to the streets again
A shantytown of plywood and pride, defiance and hope, Resurrection City was, 50 springtimes ago, the capital of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s last crusade for peace and justice -- the Poor People's Campaign.
Chadwick Boseman gives 'Wakanda Forever' salute at Howard graduation
Chadwick Boseman, the man behind the Black Panther mask, gave a stirring graduation speech at Howard University this weekend, ending his words of wisdom with the iconic "Wakanda Forever" salute.
Kushner calls for unity at Jerusalem embassy dedication
White House senior adviser Jared Kushner called for unity Monday at the opening of the United States' new embassy in Jerusalem, according to excerpts of his speech released by the White House.
CBS sues Shari Redstone, its controlling shareholder
CBS, led by Leslie Moonves, issued a corporate declaration of war against its controlling shareholder Shari Redstone on Monday morning. Redstone has been pushing CBS Corporation and its sister media company, Viacom, to merge.
Father designs bulletproof desk to improve school safety
Horrified after the recent school shooting in Parkland, Florida, an Arizona father took it upon himself to try and improve safety for kids at schools.
Michael Phelps: How you should brush your teeth
As a lifelong swimmer, I have made spending time in the water a critical part of my daily routine. And I've wanted others to have access to a similar experience, which is why I started the Michael Phelps Foundation in 2008: to expand opportunities for kids to get into the water and live healthy, active lives.
Dozens of Palestinians killed in Gaza clashes as US Embassy opens
At least 43 Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces during clashes at the Gaza border Monday in the deadliest day there since the 2014 war, the Palestinian Ministry of Health announced.
Supreme Court lets states legalize sports gambling
The Supreme Court cleared the way on Monday for states to legalize sports betting, striking down a 1992 federal law that had prohibited most states from authorizing sports betting.
5 things for May 14: China, Jerusalem, Iraq, Indonesia
Have you seen the new "Avengers" movie yet? Well, it seems like everyone else has: It's now the fifth-biggest global film in history. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Michelle Obama: The 2016 Election Made Me Concerned for Women
Former first lady Michelle Obama on Saturday again criticized the role of women in electing President Donald Trump, suggesting that his victory showed a lack of women's empowerment.
Rapper Dr. Dre loses a trademark dispute with ob/gyn Dr. Drai
Dr. Dre is a West Coast musician and businessman known the world over for his platinum-selling albums. for discovering Eminem, and for Beats, the headphones hanging around the necks of athletes and celebs.
Mormon church to end 105-year relationship with the Boy Scouts
The Mormon church is parting ways with the Boy Scouts of America after more than a century. In a joint statement Tuesday night, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Boy Scouts of America announced their decision to end their relationship next year after 105 years.
NY prosecutors to investigate assault allegations against Eric Schneiderman
Prosecutors in multiple jurisdictions will investigate the assault allegations that led to the resignation of New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, authorities said Tuesday.
Tens of thousands of Louisiana residents could face eviction from nursing and group homes
More than 30,000 Medicaid recipients, including those in nursing homes and group homes in Louisiana could lose their benefits and face eviction due to proposed state cuts.
Twitter now speaks Swahili. Poa sana!
After years of hashtags and outcries, Twitter now recognizes Swahili, one of East Africa's most common languages.
These are the three Americans released by North Korea
Three American citizens held for months in North Korea have been released, US President Donald Trump announced Wednesday. Kim Dong Chul, Kim Hak-song and Kim Sang Duk were freed during US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's second visit to the North Korean capital of Pyongyang in two months.
Doctors, teachers and entrepreneurs on H-4 visas fear losing their businesses and jobs
An Obama-era executive order that allows spouses of H-1B holders to work and open a business in the United States enabled Alpa Gajera to build her restaurant business.
Americans are drinking less Bud. The rest of the world loves it
Americans are drinking less Budweiser. But India, Paraguay and South Korea are picking up the slack. Anheuser-Busch InBev said Wednesday that overall sales were up slightly from a year ago and beat Wall Street forecasts.
Uber teams with NASA to make flying cars a reality
Your dream of riding in a flying car may be one step closer to reality. Uber and NASA announced on Tuesday they're teaming up to simulate flying taxis in urban areas.
Google unveils Android P features, Google Assistant updates and more
Google showed off on Tuesday a first look at its next mobile software. Users of Android P, which will debut later this year, will get access to gesture-based navigation, battery saving features and an impressive new text selection tool that works on photos and the real world.
Pauley Perrette bids farewell to 'NCIS'
Warning: This story contains spoilers about the May 8 episode of "NCIS." The "NCIS" lab has lost its resident goth genius.
Taylor Swift: 'I went through some really low times'
Taylor Swift launched her concert tour Tuesday talking about her reputation. The superstar singer kicked off her Reputation Stadium Tour in Glendale, Arizona, and opened up a bit about her trademark snake imagery.
Jordan Peele reveals next film
Practically nothing is known about Jordan Peele's sophomore film, but just the thought was enough to thrill his fans.
Donald Trump just accidentally revealed something very important about his 'fake news' attacks
On Wednesday morning, President Donald Trump sent out a tweet bashing the media. Nothing new there.
CIA chief nominee vows not to restart interrogation program
Gina Haspel, President Donald Trump's pick to be the next CIA director, pledged Wednesday she would not restart the CIA's detention and interrogation program and that she would not follow an order that she found morally objectionable.
Walmart is buying India's Flipkart
Walmart has agreed to buy India's leading online retailer Flipkart, paying $16 billion for a controlling stake of 77%.
Porsche offers computerized cruise control for twisty roads
I was going almost 50 miles an hour on a mountain road just north of New York City. Ahead of me, the road curved sharply to the left with just a thin metal railing between the speeding car and a long drop down a mountainside into the Hudson River.
Royal wedding weather: an early look at the forecast
The final countdown is on and everything has been meticulously planned down to the final detail.
Phil Mickelson 'challenges' Tiger Woods to golfing duel
It's the dream pairing golf fans yearn for, but Phil Mickelson has upped the ante and called out Tiger Woods for a separate high-stakes shootout. The veteran duo will play together, alongside another marquee player Rickie Fowler, in the first two rounds of the Players Championship at Sawgrass, Florida, this week, and 47-year-old Mickelson was in playful mood as he threw out the challenge to his old rival.
Nordstrom Rack president apologizes to 3 black men wrongly accused of theft
An incident at the Brentwood Square Nordstrom Rack on Thursday is catching national attention after three young black men say they were falsely accused of theft.
That's not Trayvon Martin's dad in 'This Is America'
The new Childish Gambino video, "This Is America, is filled with powerful imagery, but Trayvon Martin's father is not a part of that.
New York Yankees & Boston Red Sox to play each other in London
One of the fiercest rivalries in sport -- the New York Yankees versus the Boston Red Sox -- is on the move and heading to London as Major League Baseball flies across the Atlantic to broaden its global reach.
Facebook bans foreign ads in Ireland's abortion vote
Facebook is banning foreign groups from buying advertisements related to Ireland's abortion referendum, the company announced Tuesday.
Oil prices swing wildly as Trump nears Iran announcement
The energy market is swinging wildly ahead of President Trump's announcement on the fate of the Iran nuclear deal.
Hawaiians look to volcano goddess Pele for protection as lava destroys dozens of homes
As molten lava continues its relentless, unstoppable flow down the Kilauea volcano, many on Hawaii's Big Island are looking to the ancient volcano goddess Pele for protection.
