Man Accused Of Killing 10 At CO Grocery Store Competent To Stand Trial

Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa is accused of killing 10 people when he opened fire in a crowded King Soopers Store in Boulder.

Biden Decries Hamas Attack, Warns Israel's Enemies

Biden said he told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the United States “stands with the people of Israel."

Sex Ed Often Doesn't Include LQBTQ+ Kids. New Laws Could Make It Worse

Many LGBTQ+ students say they have not felt represented in sex education classes. Often, they have had to look elsewhere.

Skydiver, 104, Says ‘Age Is Just A Number’: 9 Good News Stories

Pay it forward now, reap rewards for generations; “conduit to a blessing”; the right place, the right time and the right people, times two.

These Local Heroes, Leaders, And Traditions Make Your Community Great

Communities work when people step up. This collection of stories illustrates what’s going right in towns all across America.

$1.4B Powerball Jackpot Saturday Fuels Dreams Among Occasional Players

Lottery players across the country test their luck against long odds as they snap up tickets for 2023’s second $1B+ Powerball jackpot..

Amateur Sleuths Pore Over Voter Rolls Looking For Fraud

Voter rolls are becoming the new battleground over secure elections — and sleuths' shakedown tactics are a concern for many state officials.

Whales, Dolphins In U.S. Waters Losing Food, Habitat To Climate Change

Study found humpbacks and North Atlantic right whales are among the most vulnerable, and other toothed whales and dolphins are also at risk.

​U.S. Employers Added A Surprisingly Strong 336,000 Jobs In September

The job market has defied an array of threats — notably high inflation and a rapid series of Fed interest rate hikes meant to conquer it.

Stricter State Laws Chip Away At Sex Education In K-12 Schools

The withdrawals from federal grant programs further complicate and polarize sex education in some Republican-led legislatures.

From Gore To Huge Skeletons: What’s Too Much Halloween? [Block Talk]

Why have a normal, human-sized Halloween skeleton when you can get one that towers 20 feet? How big is too big, and how scary is too scary?

Commander, Biden Dog, Banished From White House After Repeated Biting

The dog's most recent in a series of biting incidents, nipped a uniformed Secret Service officer who received medical treatment on site.

​Biden Uses Trump-Era Border Wall Funds, But Says Barriers Don't Work

Biden said he tried to get lawmakers to redirect the money, which must be used for construction completed this year, but Congress refused.

$800K MacArthur Fellows ‘Genius Grants’ Go To 20 Creative Thinkers

MacArthur Fellows are “a community of extraordinary thinkers and doers,” says John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation official.

A Completely Different Kind Of Test Case Goes Before The Supreme Court

Supreme Court wrestles with a case that could make it harder for hotel guests with disabilities to learn in advance about accommodations.

Amphibians Are World's Most Vulnerable Animals; Threats Are Increasing

Habitat loss to agricultural development is the biggest threat to amphibians; novel diseases and climate change also make them vulnerable.

Speaker Drama: House Adrift After McCarthy's Ouster

Republicans line up for their chance at the gavel amid the bitter divisions that sparked the chaos; some favor looking outside the House.

So Long, COVID Vaccination Card. The CDC Has Stopped Printing Them.

As for your old card — if you still have it — maybe don't mail it off to the Smithsonian quite yet. Save it like any other health record.

When Does The 1st Killing Frost Usually Occur: How To Save Your Plants

You may be able to squeeze more life out of your gardens and ornamental plants after the first killing frost of fall.

Skunks Active In Towns Across U.S.: How Do You Get Rid Of The Stink?

Skunks like the creature comforts of cities and suburbs, too. They’re doing the “fall shuffle,” increasing your pets’ odds of being sprayed.

Stink Bugs, Spiders, Other Pests Crawling In For Winter: What To Do

A caulk gun and natural repellents are the best defenses against an army of bugs marching into your house right now as temperatures fall.

​2 Army Soldiers Killed, 12 Hurt in Military Transport Vehicle Crash

The Army said a transport vehicle carrying 17 soldiers flipped on a dirt road leading to a training area near Fairbanks, Alaska.

McCarthy Ousted As House Speaker, A First In U.S. History

Democrats joined McCarthy's Republican critics to remove him throwing House leadership into chaos.

Art Deco Architecture Is Enjoying A Revival: How Much House

Art Deco is distinguished by bold geometric lines and rich materials, such as marble and gilding, to convey elegance and sophistication.

The 400 Richest Billionaires In America: The Forbes 400 List

America’s 400 richest people have not proven themselves to be overly generous, with only 11 giving away 20 percent or more of their wealth.

Flu, COVID-19 And RSV Vaccinations: What Every American Needs To Know

Only about 1 in 5 Americans are worried they’ll get seriously ill with any of the three respiratory illnesses, according to a new survey.

Southern Republicans Nationalize Governors' Races by Invoking Biden

Tying gubernatorial candidates to national political figures is a well-worn strategy — but reflects an era of deepening ideological divides.

Few Think Conservatives Can Speak Freely On College Campuses: Poll

Almost half of adults say liberals have "a lot" of freedom of expression on college campuses, while only 20% said the same of conservatives.

Powerball Jackpot Soars Above $1B For 2nd Time This Year

It has been 32 consecutive weeks since a winning Powerball jackpot ticket was sold, allowing the prize to massive proportions.

Salmonella Threat Prompts Cantaloupe Recall In 20 States

Not all Kandy brand cantaloupe is affected by the recall, according to a notice from the Food and Drug Administration.

Your Phone Will Blare Wednesday With An Emergency Alert: Here’s Why

FEMA has to knock down conspiracy theories about Wednesday’s routine test of the nation’s emergency alert system.

Everything You Need To Know About The iPhone 15

The iPhone 15 comes with USB-C charging, a Dynamic Island display, camera improvements and more, but is it worth the heavy price tag?

Gaetz Will Seek To Oust McCarthy; 'Bring It On,' McCarthy Says

Gaetz said in broadcast interviews that McCarthy was in "brazen, material breach" of agreements he made with House Republicans in January.

The Difficulty of Listening in Groups

​It is not easy to listen to each other in groups. In most small groups one or another person or idea tends to dominate the meeting.

Senate Passes Spending Bill To Avert Government Shutdown

Congress approved the temporary funding bill late Saturday hours before a midnight deadline.

MLB Playoffs Guide: Tight Wild-Card Races A Prelude To What's Coming

MLB's regular season ends Sunday. The playoffs begin with wild-card games in both leagues scheduled for Tuesday to Thursday.

Looming Shutdown Rattles Families Who Rely On Head Start Program

The timing couldn't be worse. Child care programs were propped up during the pandemic with $24 billion in funding, but that ends Saturday.

McCarthy's Last-Ditch Plan To Keep The Government Open Collapses

McCarthy's inability to lead the House at a critical moment that has pushed the government into crisis jeopardizes his speakership.

Tupac Shakur's Killing: Murder Charge For Man Tied To Suspected Gunman

Las Vegas police have arrested a man in the deadly 1996 drive-by shooting of Tupac Shakur.

Draconids, More Meteors; ‘Ring Of Fire’ Eclipse: October Skygazing

Draconid, Orionid and Taurid meteor showers will intersect; an annular solar eclipse is coming up; aurora borealis displays are more likely.