Nikki Giovanni, poet and literary celebrity, has died at 81

NEW YORK (AP) The poet, author, educator, and public speaker Nikki Giovanni passed away. She started…

What to look for in Supreme Court arguments over environmental regulation of Utah oil railway plan

Washington (AP) The Supreme Court is considering a case Tuesday that might have broader implications for…

Descendant of last native leader of Alaska island demands Japanese reparations for 1942 invasion

Alaska’s Anchorage (AP) The last Alaska Native leader of a secluded island in the Bering Sea,…

Mass evacuation of Philippine towns underway after a brief but major volcanic eruption

Philippines, Manila (AP) A volcano in the central Philippines abruptly erupted Tuesday, sending superhot streams of…

G. Willikers Toys offers local option for unique gifts

Anyone with kids on their list this year has the ideal opportunity to shop locally at…

Trump’s Cabinet picks set off political chain reaction in Florida congressional races

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) Two special elections in Florida have been scheduled to fill the seats of…

Cowboys set to host Bengals under open roof after falling debris thwarted that plan against Texans

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys’ roof opened without any problems and will remain that…

California to consider requiring mental health warnings on social media sites

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — If lawmakers approve a bill proposed Monday, California, which is home to…

US says terror designation doesn’t bar talks with Syrian rebel group

Washington (AP) The State Department announced on Monday that it is not currently looking into the…

Trump promises to end birthright citizenship: What is it and could he do it?

Washington (AP) In order to fulfill his campaign pledges to limit immigration and redefine what it…