Vice President's son dies

Vice President Joe Biden's son and Beau has died of brain cancer. Biden was a former Attorney General for Delaware. He was 46 yeas old.

Man shot by police during struggle to save him from drowning in flood

A state police officer shot and killed a man that was being rescued in a flood in Oklahoma. After being rescued from a flooding river, one of the victims got in an altercation with the state trooper who then shot and killed him.

Dennis Hastert former Speaker of the House indicted for illegal cash withdrawals

Former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Dennis Hastert has been indicted on charges of making illegal cash withdrawals and lying to the FBI about it. Federal prosecutors told the media they believe the illegal cash structuring was made to hide payments to an unknown person, to perhaps buy their silence on some as yet unknown activity.

India heat wave deaths climb to 1,400

The heat wave in India has now claimed over 1,400 lives - people living there have taken to crowding into rivers, eating onions and attempting to squeeze into shady spots as temperatures soared to 117 degrees Fahrenheit. The high temperatures are expected to continue for several more days, scorching people and melting roads.

Hackers gain access to 100,000 taxpayer's info from IRS

The IRS commissioner announced yesterday that the tax returns of approximately 100,000 people were accessed by online hackers over the past four months.

Women march for peace across North South Korea border

A group of women, one of which was Gloria Steinem, were taken by bus across a bridge between North and South Korea yesterday, after plans for a walk were denied by officials from the North. The march was part of the 2015 International Women's Grand March for the Reunification and Peace in Korea.

Senate blocked a bill that would have extended the Patriot Act

They US Senate blocked a bill yesterday that would have extended major sections of the Patriot Act which will expire on June 1 if not approved. The bill failed on a procedural vote.

World Trade Center Observation Deck opens

Signaling that the new World Trade Center is nearing completion was the opening this week of the Observation Deck atop the Freedom Tower--it has been receiving journalists this week and will open to the general public a week from today.

Air Force launches mini-shuttle into space

The US Air Force has launched an un-manned mini-shuttle into orbit. It's a secret mission, and the fourth for the X-37B. The last mission lasted over two years. The Air Force has not revealed the purpose of the craft no any details about it.

Oregon to test pay-per-mile instead of gas tax

The state of Oregon has implemented a test program to determine if consumers would be willing to undergo pay-per-mile driving instead of a standard gas tax. Officials believe such a program would generate more revenue for state road and bridge maintenance. This summer 5000 volunteers will try the program.

President Obama opens private Twitter account

President Obama has created a Twitter account for himself that allows him to communicate publicly without filtering. The account, called @POTUS, has already garnered more than a million followers.

Iranian official says OPEC will not cut oil output

Iran's deputy oil minister has told the press that OPEC member will likely not cut oil production to stem falling prices during its next meeting in June. That, in turn, experts suggest, will mean continued low prices for gasoline at the pump.

Weak manufacturing numbers lead to low dollar against Euro

Industrial production in the US fell for the fifth month in a row, also a recent poll showed consumer confidence falling over the same period and the uncertainty has led to the dollar dropping to a three month low against the Euro.

Blues legend B.B. King dead at 89

Legendary blues guitarist and singer B.B. King has died at the age of 89 at his home.

President Obama host Camp David Summit with Mid-East leaders

President Obama is hosting the leaders of six Middle East nations at Camp David today to discuss ongoing discussions with Iran concerning its nuclear program.

Five people killed in Amtrak train crash

Five people were killed and at least a 140 people were injured when a Amtrak train derailed and crashed in Philadelphia last night.

Tom Brady suspended for role in deflatage role

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was suspended for four games in the upcoming season for his role in deflating footballs prior to games--a clear rules violation. The team itself was also fined a million dollars and had two draft picks taken away.

North Korea claims to have fired a test ballistic missle

Officials with the North Korean government announced that a ballistic missile had been test-fired from a submarine. No other confirmation of the test has been made.

Businesses looking to increase wages

An earnings conference calling conference will take place over the next few weeks with businesses big and small contemplating increased wages. Walmart, Target, the Gap and McDonald's have all already given in to employee demands for higher wages.

Conservatives win in Britain Cameron set to govern five more years

The Conservatives won 203 of 650 seats in the recent election in Britain in allowing David Cameron to keep his position as Prime Minister for another five years.

Several tornadoes in plains states

Several tornadoes caused damage in Kansas, Nebraska, Texas and Oklahoma yesterday. No deaths were reported but many places, especially in Kansas and Oklahoma reported widespread damage.

California institutes even harsher water restrictions

California's State Water Resources Control Board has issued new rules for water use by people, businesses and governments, calling for massive reductions in the face of the state's four year long drought.

President picks next Chairman of Joint Chiefs

President Obama has nominated Marine Gen. Joseph Dunford Jr.to replace Army Gen. Martin Dempsey as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Two gunman shot and killed in Texas at Mohammad cartoon exhibit

Two men were shot and killed by Texas police officers after they opened fire on a security officer, wounding him in the leg--at an exhibit showing cartoons of the Prophet Mohammad, in Garland Texas.

Mayweather beats Pacquiao - American Pharaoh wins Kentucky Derby

Floyd Mayweather defeated Manny Pacquio by unanimous decision last night, while American Pharaoh won the Kentucky Derby yesterday evening- Firing Line and Dortmund finished second and third.

Price of oil rises the most in six months

The price of oil saw its biggest gain in six months in April, with crude oil prices rising $12 a barrel, a rise of nearly 25 percent. Part of the rise was attributed to a weak dollar and a widespread belief that the current oil glut is weakening. It is not yet clear what impact the rise will have on gasoline prices.