Cops hunt serial killer after 4 shootings
Authorities in South Carolina are looking for a serial killer they believe has shot four people to death within 10 miles of each other over the past six days.
Johnny comes marching home — to no job
National Guardsmen are coming home from Iraq to face a new enemy – a swooning economy that has landed like a KO’d heavyweight on the canvas of their home towns.
Powerful sedative found in Jackson’s home
A law enforcement official says the powerful sedative Diprivan was found in Michael Jackson's home. Diprivan is an intravenous anesthetic drug widely used in operating rooms to induce unconsciousness. Also known as Propofol, it's very unusual to have in a private home
July 4 fireworks shows go up in smoke
With the recession eating away at state and local budgets everywhere, it will be a silent Fourth of July across the country for many communities that have canceled their annual fireworks shows.
Roddick wins war of Andys, will face Federer
American defeats British hope Murray in 4 sets to reach Wimbledon final
U.S. Marines push into Afghan towns
U.S. Marines moved into villages in Taliban strongholds in southern Afghanistan on Friday, meeting little resistance as they tried to win over local chiefs.
Iran cleric: U.K. Embassy staff to be tried
A top Iranian cleric said Friday that some of the detained Iranian staffers of the British Embassy in Tehran will be put on trial.
Tiger takes clubhouse lead at AT&T National
Woods fires 4-under-par 66 in second round to move to 10-under overall
Interim Honduras leader hints early vote
Honduras' interim leader says he's open to early elections if it resolves an impasse with the world community, as a top diplomat heads to Honduras to demand he restore the ousted president.
'Organic' label's integrity under fire
USDA shortcomings mean consumers who buy "organic" are not always getting foods without pesticides, produced in a way that is gentle on the environment.
26 killed in Pakistan helicopter crash
A military helicopter crashed in northwestern Pakistan on Friday, killing 26 security personnel, a Pakistan military official said.
Funeral for Billy Mays draws hundreds
Television product pitchman Billy Mays is remembered as a pop culture icon at his funeral near Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Big hurdles for Lance in Tour return
Analysis: Cyclist looks as good as ever, but even-better teammate stands in his way
Cop nabs robber minutes after graduating
One of the NYPD's newest officers made his first arrest just minutes after graduating from the Police Academy in a ceremony at Madison Square Garden.
Poo brew: Premium coffee is dung to a turn
It’s called civet coffee, because it’s made from beans that have been fed to a civet — a critter that looks like a cat on steroids — and then separated from its droppings. And believe it or not, 2 pounds of the stuff sells for as much as $700 in Europe — if you can find it.
Jackson funeral set for Tuesday
A memorial service for Michael Jackson will take place Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Staples Center in Los Angeles and 17,500 seats will be made available for fans via an online lottery.
Rogue broker blamed for oil spike
PVM Oil Associates, the world's biggest over-the-counter oil brokerage, says it lost nearly $10 million this week because of unauthorized trades that caused a temporary spike in Brent crude markets.
Ruling disappoints MySpace victim’s mom
Tina Meier had hoped to see her neighbor and former friend, Lori Drew, go to prison for her role in the online hoax that caused Meier's 13-year-old daughter, Megan, to end her life. But even though a judge is throwing out Drew's conviction, Meier believes Drew didn't get away with anything.
Artest set to sign with champion Lakers
The Houston Rockets forward has verbally agreed to play for Los Angeles next season, though the final contract details are still being worked out according to his agent.
NSA to help watch civilian networks
A Bush-era plan to use National Security Agency help in screening government computer traffic on private-sector networks is proceeding, according to current and former government officials.
Mexican wrestlers drugged to death
Mexican authorities say two professional wrestlers found dead in a low-rent hotel in the capital may have been drugged to death by female robbers.
Sitting duck? Palin wins dubious honor
The National Society of Newspaper Columnists chose Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as the winner of its annual Sitting Duck Award, a tongue-in-cheek honor that pokes fun at the most ridiculed newsmakers.