Biden Signs Bill Making Juneteenth A National Holiday: Replay

President Joe Biden has signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law, making Juneteenth, June 19, the 12th federal holiday.

In Alaska, Commercial Aviation Is A Lifeline

The state is also home to a growing share of the country's deadly crashes.

11 Photos From NASA Photographer Bill Ingalls, Space Award Winner

NASA Photographer Bill Ingalls has taken us along on explorations in space for more than three decades; here are 11 of his favorite photos.

Supreme Court Upholds Affordable Care Act In 7-2 Vote

Striking down the law known as Obamacare would have caused 21 million Americans to lose health care coverage, according to estimates.

A 7-Year-Old Was Charged With Rape. Experts Say He’s Too Young

Many states have no minimum age for prosecution. The result: Second graders are being charged with crimes they can’t possibly comprehend.

Black Community Has New Option For Health Care: The Church

Black communities across the U.S. have disproportionately fallen sick or died from the virus. Church leaders fight back from the pulpit.

Biden To Sign Bill Making Juneteenth A Federal Holiday

Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas.

Why The Second Amendment Doesn't Protect A Private Citizen Militia

When a federal judge in California struck down the state's ban on assault weapons, he added a volatile new issue to the gun rights debate.

Millions Fear Eviction As U.S. Housing Crisis Worsens

Two new studies show housing availability and affordability in the United States will only worsen after the pandemic.

Girl Scout Cookie Surplus: 5 Things To Know About The Glut

Some 15 million boxes of cookies, including the popular Thin Mints, remain unsold after the pandemic changed how the cookie sales were held.

How Much Should You Pay For A Telehealth Visit?

Ready to book an appointment with a specialist? GoodRx Care offers a range of medical services, all at an affordable and transparent cost.

EU To Lift All Restrictions On American Travelers

Despite the decision, countries still have the authority to require test results or vaccination records for entry.

U.S. Coronavirus Deaths Hit 600K, Equal Yearly Cancer Toll

The number of American lives lost due to the coronavirus is greater than the populations of Baltimore and Milwaukee.

Mutual Skepticism, Respect: Takeaways From Biden-Putin Summit

Expectations were low, but Biden called the summit an important step in developing "stability and predictability" in U.S.-Russia relations.

Associated Press Will No Longer Name Suspects In Minor Crimes

The AP said the publishing of the information could hurt someone's ability to get a job, join a club or run for office years later.

Some Southwest Flights Still Delayed After 2 Days Of Outages

Southwest Airlines experienced two system-wide network outages in as many days, as some flights remain canceled or delayed Wednesday.

Being Vaccinated Doesn't Mean You Must Go Maskless. Here's Why.

Doctors have laid out several reasons for vaccinated people to continue to wear a mask, especially when in public and around strangers.

US COVID-19 Deaths Hit 600,000, Equal To Yearly Cancer Toll

As states continue to reopen and more people get vaccinated, the number of lives lost is now greater than the population of Baltimore.

Sticky Baseballs: Physics Behind The Latest Scandal In Major League Baseball

Cheating in baseball is as old as the game itself, and pitchers' modifying the ball's surface is part of that long history.

U.S. Troops Leaving Afghanistan: 5 Things To Know

Here’s what we know about the U.S troop withdrawal and the future of Afghanistan almost 20 years after the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

DC Florist Talks Pride, Inclusivity And Rainbow Bouquets

Catering to the needs of the LGBTQ community has "paid off really well for us," says Jeffrey Fritz, owner of Flowers on Fourteenth.

​S&P Reaches Another Record High With Gains For Some Tech Giants

The S&P 500, which had weekly gains for three weeks in a row added 7.71 points Monday to reach 4,255.15.

Climate Change Makes Forests More Flammable Now Than Any Time In Past 2,000 Years

A study published recently shows climate change is altering the ecosystems on which lives and economies depend.

New Intel Report Warns Of More Violence By QAnon Followers

The FBI and Homeland Security report says some 'Q' followers could go from being "digital soldiers" to "engaging in real world violence."

Catholic Bishops Meet Amid Divisions On Communion Policy

Positions on whether Catholic politicians who support abortion rights should receive communion have varied among the religious leaders.

Novavax Says Its Coronavirus Vaccine Is 90 Percent Effective

In testing volunteers who had various coronavirus variants, Novavax said its vaccine could soon be ready to request emergency authorization.

In Mental Health Crises, A 911 Call Now Brings A Mixed Team Of Helpers — And Maybe No Cops

A national 988 hotline is slated to launch for people to reach suicide prevention specialists and mental health counselors by July 2022.

Americans Leery Of Billionaire Donors As Little Federal Taxes Paid

Warren Buffett, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and the rest of the 25 richest Americans paid very low federal income taxes from 2014 to 2018.

Southern Baptists Meet Amid Controversy Over Leaked Letters

Despite claiming 14 million members, the Southern Baptist denomination has been in decline for 14 years.

$28 Million Bid Wins Auction To Go To Space With Jeff Bezos

The winning bid hit an amount that went well beyond what Blue Origin officials had anticipated, according to a Washington Post report.

45K Bridges Rated 'Poor' As Biden's Plan Calls For Fewer Repairs

Bridges across America have been rated by the Federal Highway Administration, with the ones in rural areas largely in the worst shape.

It is Easier to Misunderstand than to Understand

It is easier to misunderstand than to understand. It is like shooting at a basketball hoop: it is much easier to miss than to make the shot.

DOJ Seeks Internal Probe On Seizure Of Democrats' Data

The data seizure suggests "the weaponization of law enforcement by a corrupt president." Senate Intelligence Chairman Adam Schiff said.

Pulitzers Honor Coronavirus Pandemic, U.S. Protest Coverage

Darnella Frazier, the teenager who filmed George Floyd's killing in Minneapolis, received a special Pulitzer citation.

J&J Vaccine Doses To Be Released, But Many Will Be Tossed

The FDA has extended the expiration date on millions of doses of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine by an extra six weeks.

11 Good News Stories: Fired Up; The Luck Of The Vaccine Draw

To save his pup’s life, 8-year-old sells a prize; a couple forced to marry abroad renew vows at Pride Month celebration; the graduate is 94.

Chocolate? Flowers? Here's What Dad Really Wants For Father's Day

From traditional bouquets and succulents to delectable gift baskets and sweets, here are some unique gifts that Dad will adore.

Yung Bae Releases New Single "Wonder" feat. Channel Tres

Ready to heat up the Summer over and over again

Racial Tensions Simmer As Southern Baptists Hold Key Meeting

The election of a new president and a debate about critical race theory could motivate prominent Black pastors to leave the denomination.

Law Enforcement Struggles To Recruit Since Killing Of Floyd

One year after former Officer Chauvin killed Floyd, police departments are seeing increases in retirements without recruits to replace them.