All Latest News Wires
Chinese hackers used mundane ruses to enter US computers, says JusticeThe Justice Department says five Chinese military officials stole sensitive trade secrets from Alcoa World Alumina, Westinghouse, Allegheny Technologies, US Steel, United Steelworkers Union, and SolarWorld. China denies it all.
Pot brownies could get teenager life in prisonPot brownies: A Texas teenager is accused of making and selling brownies laced with marijuana and hash oil. Hash oil is a controlled substance with much harsher state penalties than marijuana.
Obama: Little Leaguers surprised by president on ball fieldObama, Little Leaguers:聽Stepping onto the field in a tie but no jacket,聽Obama聽shook hands with the players and posed for photos with each team.
AstraZeneca shareholder counsels Pfizer takeover rethinkAstraZeneca quickly rejected a takeover offer from US pharmaceuticals firm Pfizer.- Tennessee sinkhole opens in middle of Austin Peay football fieldTennessee sinkhole: A large sinkhole opened up in the football field at Austin Peay State University's Governors Stadium. Crews in Tennessee are working to fill the sinkhole.
- Michael Jace of TV show 'The Shield' arrested for murderMichael Jace, TV and movie actor, was arrested Monday and charged with the murder of his wife. Michael Jace appeared in 'The Shield.' and 'Southland.'
- Amy Sue Pagnac: Why has FBI reopened a 25-year-old cold case?Amy聽Sue聽Pagnac went missing 25 years ago at age 13. Now the FBI and local police are searching the home of Amy聽Sue聽Pagnac but they won't say why.
NBA charges Sterling with damaging the league, sets June 3rd hearingThe NBA charged Sterling with violating Article 13 of the NBA's constitution, '...affect[ing] the Association or its members adversely.' After the June 3 hearing, the other NBA owners could vote to terminate Sterling's ownership of the Los Angeles Clippers.
Grand Canyon helicopter accident leaves pilot deadGrand Canyon helicopter accident: A 2014 Eurocopter AS350 helicopter rolled over while the pilot was moving it. There were no passengers on board, but the pilot was killed.
Indianapolis 500: Ed Carpenter on pole again and Kurt Busch in the runningIndianapolis 500 is next Sunday. For the second consecutive year, Ed Carpenter will start from the pole position in the Indianapolis 500.- Mitt Romney calls for 'racist' police commissioner to resignMitt Romney, who owns a summer home in New Hampshire, called for a New Hampshire police commissioner who used a racial slur in describing President Barack Obama, to apologize and resign.
- Lizette Salas takes home first LPGA Tour titleLizette Salas, a graduate of USC, won the Kingsmill Championship Sunday. Salas won by four strokes. It's her first LPGA Tour victory.
As San Diego wildfires dwindle, state braces for moreAs firefighters gain control over the series of wildfires that scorched some 39 square miles of southern California, state officials caution that more blazes are likely to come.
Miss Beazley, former first dog, is remembered for holiday videoMiss Beazley was a Scottish terrier that belonged to President George W. Bush and his family. Miss Beazley even starred in her own White House video.
Could nasal strips foil California Crome's bid for Triple Crown?California Chrome's six-victory streak could be over if New York officials don't let the colt race with nasal strips. Do nasal strips present an unfair advantage?- California Chrome takes Preakness: Next up, Belmont?California Chrome has won the Preakness and the Kentucky Derby. He's now won six straight races. But to win Belmont, and the Triple Crown, is something that hasn't been done since Affirmed in 1978.
Obama to name San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro HUD secretaryPresident Obama plans to name San Antonio mayor and rising Democratic star, Julian Castro, secretary of housing and urban development. Castro had previously turned down an offer from Obama to be nominated as transportation secretary.- California Chrome: Why he's a Preakness Stakes favoriteCalifornia Chrome, the Kentucky Derby winner, is the favorite to win the second leg of the Triple Crown, the Preakness Stakes. But there are riders who say they can beat California Chrome.
- Cairo bank robbery: Two women killed, and a suspect arrestedCairo bank robbery: A former convict and registered sex offender was arrested after a botched bank robbery in Cairo, Illinois, left two bank employees dead.
Runaway bobcat returned to New Jersey womanDNA testing could not prove 'Rocky,' a New Jersey feline, is a purebred bobcat. Ginny Fine, the cat's owner, will not need a special permit to keep Rocky, and was able to retain custody of him after pleading guilty to letting the animal get loose.
