US Secretary of State Has Strong Words for North Korea
The U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says the US has almost ruled out renewed talks with North Korea over its nuclear program.
Nine Killed in Gun Violence in Waco, Texas
And nine people were killed in gun violence between members of at least three opposing motorcycle gangs in the city of Waco, Texas.
Obama Discusses Iran Nuclear Deal with Gulf Officials
President Barack Obama has talked with Arab officials about his government’s position on talks about Iran’s nuclear program.
Homeless Shelter for LGBT Youth Opens in Washington
A shelter for homeless lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people is opening in Washington, D.C. It is called Casa Ruby.
Obama: US, Saudi Arabia Have ‘Extraordinary Friendship’
U.S. President Barack Obama praised U.S.-Saudi ties Wednesday as he welcomed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef and Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for talks at the White House.
Amtrak Train was Going Too Fast Before Crash
U.S. transportation officials say the Amtrak passenger train that crashed Tuesday night in Pennsylvania was traveling at more than 160 kilometers per hour.
More Republicans Join 2016 Presidential Race
This week, three more Americans joined the ever-growing “Republican-running-for-president” club.
US Court: NSA Phone Record Gathering Is Illegal
A U.S. appeals court in New York ruled Thursday that the National Security Agency’s program to collect phone records of Americans is illegal.
Baltimore Mayor Seeks Federal Investigation of City’s Police Department
The U.S. city of Baltimore, Maryland will ask the United States Justice Department to investigate the city’s police department.
Officials look for links between Islamic State and Texas attack
U.S. officials are trying to learn if there are any links between the Islamic State group and two gunmen who attacked a gathering in Garland, Texas Sunday.