Hats, Mint Juleps & Roses: Kentucky Derby Staples ExplainedHere's an explanation of some of the Kentucky Derby's most iconic traditions, including the origins of big hats and mint juleps at the races.
Bernie Sanders And A Brief History Of The 'S' WordPresidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders, a self-described socialist, embraces the label. A significant portion of the American public does, too.
Baltimore Prosecutor Blasts Document Leaks In Gray CaseThe Baltimore State Attorney's harsh words regarding document leaks in the case of Freddie Gray provide a cautionary tale on anonymous sources.
Your Starbucks Water Might Have Come From Parched CaliforniaA report from Mother Jones found Starbucks' Ethos Water comes from some of the areas hit hardest by California's drought, worrying residents.
| Jasmine Bailey
Parents Upset Over High Heels For InfantsParents aren't happy with a company called Pee Wee Pumps that's selling high heels for babies.
Freddie Gray's Death Ruled Homicide, 6 Officers ChargedSix Baltimore police officers have been charged in connection with Freddie Gray's death. The charges range from second-degree murder to assault.
Patriot Act Reforms Could Cut Back NSA SnoopingA bipartisan bill that would prohibit the NSA’s bulk collection of phone records passed the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday.
Freddie Gray Case Gets Even More ComplicatedAmong the recent developments in Baltimore: State's Attorney Marilyn J. Mosby will spearhead a new investigation.
2 More Bodies Found After Alabama Regatta DisasterAuthorities have recovered five bodies after a deadly storm disrupted a sailboat race in Mobile Bay on Saturday. One person is still missing.
Single Mom Fired From New Daycare Job Over Facebook PostA mother in Texas drew Internet outrage by complaining about her new job on Facebook. Once her employer found out, she was promptly let go.
How The Media Reported On Claims Freddie Gray Hurt HimselfThe Washington Post reports a prisoner riding in the same transport van as Gray says he thinks Gray "was intentionally trying to injure himself."
What Roles Do Baltimore's Gangs Play In The Protests?As Baltimore continues to be wracked by violence and protests, gangs in the city have called a truce and been a surprising source of calm.
Sights And Sounds From The Orioles' Empty GameThe game was closed to the public, but it went on anyway. Here are some of the sights and sounds from Wednesday's Baltimore Orioles game.
Eighth-Graders Struggling In U.S. History, Civics ClassesA national assessment shows eighth-graders are struggling with learning U.S. history and civics.
Police, Protesters Clash After Baltimore's Mandatory CurfewPolice reportedly used smoke canisters and pepper balls to disperse protesters after the curfew took effect.
Why Calls For Peace During Baltimore Riots Have Rung HollowThe riots in Baltimore have drawn plenty of criticism, but a few outlets are offering explanations for the unrest.
Texas Prisoner Given Reprieve Hours Before ExecutionRobert Pruett was convicted of killing a prison guard in Texas in 1999. He was granted a reprieve Tuesday so a piece of evidence could be DNA tested.
| Matt Moreno and Steven Sparkman
Uber Offers NYC Food Delivery Service In 10 Minutes Or LessUberFresh was the original name for Uber's delivery service, and it's been in operation since August 2014 in places like Los Angeles and Barcelona.
Here Are The States With The Most Enthusiastic WorkersAccording to a new study from Gallup, Montana, Mississippi and Louisiana have the most enthusiastic, engaged employees.
Should The CIA Hand Over Its Drone Program To The Pentagon?The recent death of two Western hostages has renewed calls for the drone program to be put under the Pentagon's exclusive jurisdiction.
Baltimore Mayor Talks Tough After 'Hands Off' AccusationsMayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake had harsh words for looters and rioters Monday after being accused by the media of a lack of leadership.
| Ben Lawson and Jay Strubberg
Baltimore Rioters Attack Police After Freddie Gray's FuneralAuthorities say calls for a "purge" on social media and a deal among gangs to attack police led to full-scale riots in Baltimore Monday.
Why ESPN Wants To Block Verizon's Custom Cable BundlesVerizon's plan allows its FiOS customers to choose from a smaller bundle of channels, but ESPN doesn't like that.
Should Ronald Reagan's Would-Be Assassin Be Released?John Hinckley Jr. has been a patient at a psychiatric hospital for the past three decades and already spends more time outside its walls than inside.
Chipotle To Take GMO Ingredients Off The MenuThe danger of GMOs is debatable, and Chipotle admits that on its site. However, the company lists other reasons for removing GMOs from the menu.
Insanity Defense For James Holmes Could Prove DifficultJames Holmes has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity in the 2012 Colorado theater shooting.
Who Was Behind The White House Hack?After the revelation that Russian hackers gained access to the president's unclassified emails, it's worth examining what we know about those hackers.
Protestors March, Demand Info In Freddie Gray DeathHundreds of protesters turned out to march Saturday for Freddie Gray, the man who died after suffering a spinal cord injury while in police custody.
| Jasmine Bailey
Synthetic Drug 'Spice' Fueling Rise In ER VisitsThe number of people exposed to synthetic marijuana drastically spiked in the first three weeks of April, causing death in come cases.
| Jasmine Bailey
Why Bruce Jenner's Pronouns MatterJenner's interview with ABC's Diane Sawyer brought a language issue for the transgender community to the national stage.
