1st Woman to Officially Run Boston Marathon To Do It Again, 50 Years Later
A 20-year-old Syracuse University journalism student made history in 1967 by becoming the first woman to officially enter the Boston Marathon.
Melania Trump Kicks Off 139th Annual Easter Egg Roll
Eggs are rolling -- nearly 18,000 of them -- Monday at the White House.
The Facebook Victim was a Granddad Walking Home After Easter meal
He was walking home from an Easter meal with his family when the stranger walked up to Robert Godwin, Sr.
5 Things for Monday, April 17: Turkey, North Korea, Facebook, Tax Day
Welcome back from what we hope was a good weekend for you. Here are the 5 things you need to know today to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Target Recalls Easter Toys Due to 'serious ingestion hazard'
The retailer Target is recalling more than 560,000 water-absorbing Easter egg and dinosaur toys due to a "serious ingestion hazard," the US Consumer Product Safety Commission said Thursday. The recalled products include Hatch & Grow Easter Eggs, Easter Grow Toys and Hatch Your Own Dino Egg products.
Kendrick Lamar's New Album Sets Fire to Internet
Be kind to Kendrick Lamar fans today; they probably didn't get much sleep last night.
Man Dragged off United flight Has Concussion, Will File Suit, Lawyer Says
The passenger forcefully removed from a United Airlines flight this week has a concussion and broken nose, his attorney told reporters Thursday, adding that the 69-year-old physician will file a lawsuit.
36 ISIS Fighters Killed by US 'mother of all bombs': Afghan Official
In its second major display of military might in one week, the US dropped its most powerful non-nuclear bomb on ISIS positions in a remote part of Afghanistan.
Samsung's Siri Rival Won't Be Ready for New Galaxy Phone's U.S. Launch
Samsung's new digital assistant isn't ready for prime time. The company's widely touted artificial intelligence tool Bixby -- seen as a rival for Apple's Siri -- won't be fully operational in time for the U.S. release of the Galaxy S8.
How United Could Have Avoided This Fiasco
United Airlines has admitted it was a mistake for police to forcibly remove a passenger who refused to give up his seat on a crowded plane. Video of the passenger being dragged up the aisle of the plane has been played nonstop for three days.
5 Things for Friday, April 14: Bombs, Police Violence, Planned Parenthood
It's been a violent and surprising week, and today's headlines are no different. Here are the 5 things you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
A Month Later: What We Know (and don't) About the Tennessee Abduction
It has been a month since 15-year-old Elizabeth Thomas disappeared with her former teacher, 50-year-old Tad Cummins. What started as an Amber Alert in the small town of Culleoka, Tennessee, has evolved into a nationwide manhunt, and neither Thomas nor Cummins have been found.
Trump to Thank Atlanta's 'heroic' First Responders in I-85 Collapse
The first responders who helped prevent any injuries in Atlanta's fiery highway collapse were scheduled to meet Thursday with President Donald Trump, according to the White House.
New York Judge's Death a Possible Suicide, Law Enforcement Sources Say
The death of Judge Sheila Abdus-Salaam, the first African-American woman to serve on New York state's highest court, is not considered suspicious, and the investigation points to a possible suicide, two law enforcement sources told CNN on Thursday.
Daily Mail Pays Melania Trump $2.9 Million to Settle Lawsuit
The Daily Mail has apologized to Melania Trump and agreed to pay damages to settle a lawsuit filed by the first lady after the publisher made false claims about her work as a professional model.
Trump's Stunning U-Turns On NATO, China, Russia and Syria
Within a few hours of extraordinary political shape-shifting, President Donald Trump abandoned stances that were at the bedrock of his establishment-bashing campaign.
Talks Continue On Health Care, But No Deal Yet
After Republican House leaders failed to pass a bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act in the last congressional session, the White House is claiming it is taking a more active role in moving the negotiations along -- encouraging private talks between the conservative House Freedom Caucus and moderate Tuesday Group.
Scientists To Sue To Defend Chemical Plant Rule, Fearing Trump Admin Won't
The Union for Concerned Scientists, Sierra Club and Earthjustice plan to jointly file a motion Wednesday to intervene in a lawsuit filed by fossil fuel groups in March that asks the Environmental Protection Agency to delay or reconsider a rule that places more regulations on chemical plants. The chemical plant regulations were signed into the Federal Register in January as a direct response to the fertilizer plant explosion in West Texas that killed 15 and injured more than 160 in 2013.
Trump Reverses Position, Says NATO Is 'No Longer Obsolete'
President Donald Trump, in joint news conference with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, said he no longer believes that the foreign treaty organization is "obsolete," a view he held during the 2016 campaign.
Xi And Trump Discuss North Korea, Syria By Phone, China Says
Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed the situation in North Korea and Syria with US President Donald Trump in a telephone call on Wednesday, China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said in a statement.
Obama To Visit Merkel During Trump's First European Trip
Obama's presidential foundation said the recently departed commander-in-chief would join German Chancellor Angela Merkel in Berlin to mark the Protestant church's 500th anniversary, his first public appearance abroad since leaving office. Obama was invited to attend last year, while he was still in the White House, according to former administration officials.
Taiwan Bans Eating Dog And Cat Meat
Taiwan has outlawed the consumption of dog and cat meat, as the island's legislature on Tuesday passed a landmark amendment to its animal protection laws, according to island's official Central News Agency (CNA).
Why Female Surgeons Are Posing Like This New Yorker Cover
Malika Favre has designed several covers for the New Yorker. But she's never seen any take off like her latest one.
Using Pop Songs To Teach Kids Math
The company he founded, Make Music Count, uses tunes by artists like Ariana Grande, Sam Smith and 2 Chainz in interactive lessons designed to make learning math concepts easy and fun.
It Pays To Be A Genius. Especially If You're Getting Divorced
A former star investor who made hundreds of millions for Lone Star Funds in Japan failed to qualify this week.
Standoff: 'Charging Bull' Artist Wants 'Fearless Girl' Out Of The Way
The statue of the girl with her hands defiantly on her hips has become a tourist sensation since she was installed across from the bull last month. A financial firm put her there to advocate for getting more women on corporate boards.
OPEC Rallying For Support To Extend Oil Output Cuts
Senior Gulf officials tell CNNMoney a proposal is in the works. It is said to have the support of a key OPEC committee that is responsible for monitoring countries, and ensuring they are complying with an agreement to reduce oil output.
How United Could Have Avoided This Fiasco
The airline has admitted it was a mistake for police to forcibly remove a passenger who refused to give up his seat on a crowded plane. Video of the passenger being dragged up the aisle of the plane has been played nonstop for three days.
Trump: Rupert Murdoch treats me better than Roger Ailes did
The president has been heard on multiple occasions talking about how Fox's coverage of him has become more positive since Murdoch took the reins at the network, sources at both the White House and Fox News told CNNMoney.
HISD Pre-K Program Participants More Prepared for Kindergarten, Says Rice Researcher
Students who attended one or two years of Houston Independent School District (HISD) pre-K were significantly more likely to be prepared for kindergarten than peers who did not attend HISD pre-K, according to a new research brief from Rice University’s Houston Education Research Consortium (HERC).
Artist's Sketches Convey Struggles of Eating Disorder
When a feeling that her life was out of control developed into a severe eating disorder, Jenna Simon found solace in art.
F1: Fernando Alonso to Race at Indy 500, Misses Monaco G
It is the most glamorous race on the Formula One calendar but this year's Monaco Grand Prix will not feature one of the sport's biggest names.
India to Ban Discrimination Against People with HIV/AIDS
India has passed a landmark bill which aims to ensure equal rights for those living with HIV/AIDS.
Thor: Ragnarok' Makes Marvel History
The newly released teaser trailer for "Thor: Ragnarok" isn't just delighting Marvel fans for its action.
United CEO: We Won't Let Police Drag People Off Planes Anymore
United CEO Oscar Munoz says the airline won't allow law enforcement officers to haul seated paying passengers off its flights again.
Daily Mail Pays Melania Trump $2.9 Million to Settle Lawsuit
The Daily Mail has apologized to Melania Trump and agreed to pay damages to settle a lawsuit filed by the first lady after the publisher made false claims about her work as a professional model.
Haley Says Russia is 'nervous' And an 'island' After Assad Attack
Nikki Haley, the US envoy to the United Nations, is characterizing Russia as skittish and isolated in the wake of Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad's deadly chemical weapons attack last week that killed scores of civilians, including children.
China Calls for Calm as US Dispatches Naval Might to Korean Waters
China called for a "peaceful" resolution to tensions on the Korean Peninsula Wednesday, as a United States aircraft carrier strike group churned towards the contested region.
Russia's Lavrov Warns US Over Syria in Heated Start to Talks
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov began a meeting with his US counterpart Rex Tillerson in Moscow with a warning -- do not strike the Syrian regime again.
Boston Bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev Told FBI He Never Picked a Fight
Almost two years before carrying out the deadly Boston Marathon bombings, Tamerlan Tsarnaev told FBI agents he had never picked a fight.
NASA to Announce New Discoveries About Ocean Worlds
NASA will present new discoveries about the ocean worlds in our solar system on Thursday, the agency announced. Learning more about ocean worlds could help in the agency's quest for life beyond Earth.
Prosecutor Sues Florida Governor Over Death Penalty Cases
A Florida prosecutor sued Gov. Rick Scott on Tuesday for stripping her office of nearly two dozen first-degree murder cases because she refused to consider the death penalty.
San Bernardino School Shooter Fired 10 Shots, Reloaded Once
When Cedric Anderson entered North Park Elementary School to see his wife, Karen Smith, who worked as a special needs teacher, there was no indication to staff that something was amiss.
5 Things for Wednesday, April 12: Russia, United Airlines, North Korea, Germany
Who would have thought air travel and local elections could be so fascinating? Well, here we are, and here are the 5 things you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Know Your Rights: What To Do If Your Flight Is Overbooked
A gate attendant announces that your flight is overbooked out and asks for volunteers. The airline needs a passenger to give up her seat -- and, as a lure, offers up a $300 travel voucher.
United Airlines Trolled By Rival Airlines For Forced Removal Of Passenger
The passenger was dragged off a plane in Chicago on Sunday after he declined to give up his seat. United wanted to give the seat to a commuting crew member.
Never fear, traumatized airline passengers: Congress is coming!
It's unlikely that the first thing that ran through your mind the first time you saw the now-ubiquitous video of a man being forcibly dragged off a United flight because it had been overbooked was, "I wonder what Congress is going to do about this?!"
Texas Voter ID Law Was Designed To Discriminate, Judge Rules
The state's voter ID law has been under legal challenge since it passed in 2011 and went into effect in 2013. The Texas law requires voters to present government-issued photo IDs such as a state driver's license, a Texas election identification certificate, a US passport or a military identification card.
'Dark day' as Alabama Governor Cuts Plea Deal, Resigns
Gov. Robert Bentley's resignation came Monday, a much-expected if long-delayed climax to a saga that had dogged him and Alabama for years.
What To Do In Palm Springs Beyond Coachella
In the '60s, it was a favorite playground of stars like Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope and Doris Day, many of whom have streets named after them now.
