December 11
N.Y. pension fund paid cop for 28 years after his death Robin Lopez wins another fight with the Pistons' mascot Hooper Dodgers deal Dee Gordon, Haren to Marlins in 7-player deal Olympic slopestyle medalists reunite at Dew Tour Top 3 things to buy at duty-free shops in the airport Georgetown Hoyas wear 'I Can't Breathe' shirts before playing Kansas Fantasy studs and duds: Brees to rebound vs. Bears What's next for Lawler? UFC champ lays out 2015 plans Week 15 fantasy football tips Ky. rejects $18M in tax incentives for Noah's Ark park Trailer alert: Julianne Moore's awards bait, 'Still Alice' Manziel: You won't see old Johnny Football on Sunday Must-see trailer: Julianne Moore's 'Still Alice' Rare blizzard warning for Sierras as storm approaches Kevyn Orr talks to Detroit Free Press Emergency manager not sure what's next after Detroit Is the deficit a bad thing? Ask USA TODAY Melissa Rivers breaks her silence on Joan Best move for College Football Playoff: Blank sheet from week to week and year to year Geno Smith says he's 'shown flashes of being a Pro Bowl-caliber QB' Thursday's forecast: Big storm hits West Coast Thursday's forecast: Big storm hammers West Coast Brennan: The better choices for 'Sportsman of the Year' Cam Newton pens powerful message after car crash Time names Ebola fighters as 'Person of the Year' Comet's water different from Earth's In U.Va. case, judge 'Rolling Stone' not student: Your Say Alec Baldwin crashes 'Knots Landing' reunion Jury hands down mixed ruling in Ireton case Bell: New conduct policy only fortifies Roger Goodell's position Amy Schumer to host 2015 MTV Movie Awards Sony puts kibosh on media for 'Interview' premiere State prosecutor: Murder Town USA article "accurate" Mom puts baby ahead of her own cancer treatment Many question release of torture report: #tellusatoday Kentucky survives scare, pulls away from Columbia late Salisbury mayor, liable in assault, won't pay damages No guarantee microfracture surgery fixes Texans' Jadeveon Clowney Wilmington mayor 'appalled' by 'Murder Town' article Fire chief talks about finding teen on fire Hundreds of rats found living inside woman's home Abercrombie faces difficult turnaround following CEO's departure Nightengale: Jon Lester fallout has Dodgers dealing Millennials forge new trends in healthcare shopping Airlines expecting record profits for 2015 due to low oil prices Hong Kong police dismantle protest camps Trade analysis: Dodgers have eye on prize, Phillies rebuilding Fracking CEO says industry must cut costs amid falling oil prices Thousands gather for final rally in Hong Kong Amazing 3-D printed dress drapes like fabric Job gains Increase by the thousands, industries cannot keep up Nets trade Andrei Kirilenko to Sixers Watch Brooklyn's Cory Jefferson shoot one of the worst airballs in NBA history Hacked Sony e-mails reveal dirty 'Jobs' Top 3 things to buy at duty-free shops in the airport Find out why this woman answers letters to Santa Citizen scientists test Pacific for Fukushima radiation Watch men try to wrangle bull gators, crocodiles Scott Boras: Max Scherzer's 'a Peyton Manning, No. 1 kind of guy' NFL Week 15 games ranked by watchability Lineup advice for the fantasy playoffs -- Thurs., noon ET Embark on exploration in open-world game 'Seabeard' For hotshots' families, a cruise is just right for season Group to sue feds for reptile, amphibian protections Arizona canyon photo sells for record $6.5 million Oil drives Dow down 268 points, Nike sole blue Chip to finish higher What to watch on Wall Street Thursday Excerpt: 'Dust of Snow' by Indra Vaughn Meghan Quinn: What to get your alpha male for Christmas Warm up chilly nights with some new indie romances Teen takes antibiotic, burns 'from inside-out' Rose Namajunas credits rise in UFC ranks to fiancé Find out why this woman answers letters to Santa Rose Namajunas on 'The Ultimate Fighter' Lori Wilde's Twilight, Texas, comes to life Dodgers don't stop, acquire Howie Kendrick from Angels How Microsoft, Google, Intel are trying to hire more women, blacks, Latinos Teen's fiery death shocks tight-knit small Miss. town Watch: 'Top Chef: Last Chance Kitchen' Report: Diamondbacks, Red Sox discussing Wade Miley deal Q and A: Detroit exits bankruptcy Watch: 'Facebook's 2014 Year In Review' After bankruptcy, Detroit costs still rising Seattle crosses 'landslide threshold' TV tonight: 'Bones,' 'Vampire,' 'Gracepoint' Futures gain as Asian stocks fall Mini reveals new John Cooper Works hardtop 5 things you need to know Thursday Do fast-starting Warriors still have cause for concern? Google News to shut down in Spain Obama's day: Waiting for Congress Doctors disagree on what killed Palestinian official Ask Matt: Lower oil prices good for stocks? California farmers, suffering from drought, welcome rain Watch rescue of man missing at sea since Thanksgiving Cops: Students stole, killed and ate frat's chicken 10 (almost) free travel deals Report: Sexual predator wins $3 million in lottery Dodgers trading Matt Kemp to Padres in blockbuster deal Did that big 'Arrow' twist actually happen? The best tips and tricks for Christmas leftovers That big 'Arrow' twist didn't actually happen, did it? United Nations predicts increased global economic growth Couple arrested for squatting in million-dollar home UNC students fighting to save funding Bailiffs clear Hong Kong protest site Couple arrested for squatting in million-dollar home We'd totally jump on 'Sherlock' and 'Doctor Who' theme park rides We'd totally jump on a 'Sherlock' theme park ride Spectacular seafood buffet beckons Deer Valley skiers Jon Lester patiently replied to every bitter Red Sox fan on Twitter Military dad surprises wife and newborn at Ducks game Ski dining: Deer Valley is for seafood lovers Animated film brings Marine's tale of team's loss to life 6 crushed stocks can't blame oil prices Gatorade State Volleyball Players of the Year Freida Pinto and Dev Patel split?! Nightengale: Matt Kemp gone, but Dodgers still on the move Great Lakes see record water level recovery Community mourns Miss. teen burned to death Al Jazeera reporter dies in crash in Syria Melissa Rivers arrives at Hollywood Reporter breakfast Fisherman rescued after 12 days at sea Must-watch: T-Pain reads Shel Silverstein's 'Where the Sidewalk Ends' Cuba Gooding Jr. will play O.J. Simpson in new FX series about murder trial 'Birdman,' HBO lead 2015 Golden Globe nominations Fire chief talks about finding teen who was set on fire Mini's Cooper Works hardtop boosts power by 25% Hacked Sony email calls Angelina Jolie a 'spoiled brat' Retail sales jump in November Watch: T-Pain reads Silverstein's 'Where the Sidewalk Ends' Pounding West Coast storm causes two deaths Stocks rise but trim gains; oil drops below $60 With a bullet: Russia! Airlines! Goats! Your Take Today: USA Today's top reader photo Dodgers' offseason trades Daily fantasy hockey: Ribeiro's line racking up points The Dodgers traded Matt Kemp and it'll make Clayton Kershaw even better CBS analyst: Seahawks passed Cardinals as best in NFC West Which NFL teams have most to gain, lose in 2015 free agency? Moscow won't get evil Eye of Sauron after all Tech five: Google News leaves Spain Obama renews bid to close Gitmo Closer look at 2,500-year-old mummy of Egyptian boy Pineapple Express wipes out Washington homes Rupal Bhansali shares her 2015 stock picks Stars react to their #Globes noms Beard Baubles are decking facial hair worldwide Dwight Howard ready to return for Rockets Photos: 2015 Golden Globe nominees Stock pro Bhansali: Opportunity abroad in '15 Freida Pinto and Dev Patel split?! Joel McHale's funny e-mail is the best thing about the Sony leak Zillow ranks most expensive homes for sale Joel McHale's leaked e-mail to Sony is hilarious Who got nominated for Golden Globes? Gasp! Guys, we may be dealing with a Brangelina-less Golden Globes Rupal Bhansali: "Buy the blue chips of tomorrow" Guys, we may have a Brangelina-less Golden Globes! Major Golden Globes snub for Angelina Jolie NFL 5 Stories: Johnny Football time 'Birdman' leads Golden Globes with 7 nominations Astros promise to move Taylor Swift concert for playoffs Should we measure gross national happiness? Rupal Bhansali discusses foreign market prices Pensions and perks for brass questioned by Congress 'Grinch' steals gifts from under Christmas tree 'Rolling Stone' rape story draws more questions Asia markets stumble as oil tumbles Amnesty international collects signatures for justice 'OITNB,' 'House of Cards' go big at Golden Globes noms U.S. military video shows airstrikes in Syria Juniper research's top 5 Tech trends Judge's ruling keeps Douglass out of Oklahoma playoffs Red Sox trade Yoenis Cespedes to Tigers for Rick Porcello Passengers, airlines can't afford late 1st flight AutoNation tries new online selling model Clearing of pro-democracy sites in Hong Kong continues What the heck is rinse aid, and why do you need it? Helping Africa to reach for the moon Ex-'Scandal' star Columbus Short reveals cocaine abuse USA TODAY College 2014 holiday gift guide: DIY gifts Man lost at sea 12 days 'MacGyvered' radio Preps to college head coach: Advice from one who knows Rick Perry: 'Running for president is not an IQ test' Congress pleases both sides in Norwegian airline dispute Police: Iowa State's Bryce Dejean-Jones still could face drug charge Rick Perry: Presidential race 'is not an IQ test' Kyle Busch has surgery on left foot 'Beverly Hillbillies' actor sues CBS over Jethro BBQ Gyllenhaal: Movies are about 'intimacy' Dementia linked to bad night's sleep (Newser) USA TODAY Sports' Week 15 NFL picks Listen: Lana Del Rey, Sia nab Golden Globes nods hCentive CEO Sanjay Singh Watch Jimmy Fallon and Mark Wahlberg play Slapjack Should judge order high school football game replayed? LendingClub shares debut to 56% stock rise U.S. air crews flying over Syria eligible for back pay David Oyelowo: Oprah 'sang and I danced' Watch Jimmy Fallon and Mark Wahlberg play Slapjack Chris Rock picks his perfect comedy lineup for a Super Bowl halftime show Ford dumps Microsoft for Blackberry for Sync 3 USA TODAY Sports All-America college football first team Five takeaways from Golden Globe picks USA TODAY Sports All-America college football team 'Top Five': Rock is introspective and funny Twitter's favorite Christmas movies are... Un-Cruise Adventures launches Panama, Costa Rica cruises Twitter's favorite Christmas movies are... Five to Win: What Jon Lester should have said to Red Sox fans Man living in ceiling falls, gets trapped in wall Reds trade Mat Latos to Marlins, Alfredo Simon to Tigers Review: Charli XCX's no 'Sucker' on new album Flying fish? Watch NASA's Super Guppy soar Excerpt: 'Mr. Miracle' by Debbie Macomber Witness to crash says Cam Newton crawled out his window Hong Kong police haul away protesters from rally site Lululemon cuts holiday forecast See Navy's stunningly accurate laser weapon in action Pope Francis gets high marks worldwide Tanking? No, the Sabres are rolling Nina Pham still has Ebola nightmares CIA director defends agency's handling of torture Flying fish? Watch NASA's Super Guppy soar The dog ate my homework, literally Fantasy baseball: Matt Kemp is still a boom-or-bust pick Red Sox sign Justin Masterson, revamp rotation on the fly Awards Season is coming: 'Selma', 'Boyhood', 'Birdman' | DailyDish Report: Mets sign OF/1B John Mayberry Jr. #TBT: Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins play 'Crisco Twister' Xavier's 6-foot-10 center moonlights as an Uber driver Bale leads lush but lackluster 'Exodus' Four Week 15 games to watch in the playoff chase Congrats if you scooped up these stocks! Wow. Cumberbatch & Witherspoon just made out. #TBT: Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins play Twister Steve Carell talks Globes nom, pizza and Tina Fey Richmond race fence-climber headed to jail 15 of the most expensive homes for sale Cincinnati Reds pitcher's wife frantically live tweets trade rumors Aide: Obama will sign bill to avoid shutdown Hidden mutual fund fees are stealing your money Mike Babcock: Extension report is 'fantasy world' Rudin, Pascal sorry for racially insensitive e-mails Airbus turbulence on profit warning These 'Wheel of Fortune' contestants know they've failed Cheney: CIA report 'full of crap' Punchlines: The torture of justifying torture 'Wheel of Fortune' contestants know they've failed Club for Growth changes leadership Punchlines: The torture of justifying torture Authorities: Burned teen's death 'a great mystery' Prognosis is good for teen burning 'from inside out' Fan Index: Ohio State finishes No. 1 'South Park' spoofs Bill Cosby, Taylor Swift, police and more Paychecks sweetened for Syria missions Bitcoin gets a 'Microsoft bump' Report focuses on why few campus rape victims report All Nippon: Houston to be 10th North American destination NASCAR clarifies, expands testing policy for 2015 Tense standoff ends with police tackling suspect - on video Romance Unlaced: Candice Hern and Isobel Carr on historical dress ‘Golden Globes’: What you need to know | USA NOW Vandals spray 'KKK' tag on third black church in Fla. 'Selma's' DuVernay: Let's 'get through all the firsts' You have to hear Sam Smith sing 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas' Mixed bag of results for marijuana in Congress Hope Solo asks that domestic abuse charges be dismissed Toot! That's the sound of Whoopi Goldberg farting loudly — live on 'The View' You have to hear Sam Smith sing 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas' Beverly Johnson: Bill Cosby drugged me Whoopi Goldberg farts – loudly – live on 'The View' Ryan Garbutt suspended three games for slew-footing Plenty of pitching won't slow demand for Scherzer 10 banks fined $43.5M for research violations The fast-forward way to pay off your student loans 2,500-year-old teenager prepped for tour Voices: Haiti, still suffering 5 years after earthquake These laundry pods are kid-safe, but can they clean? Shaq broke an Easy Bake oven making delicious Christmas treats DeSean Jackson makes 'I Can't Breathe' cleats to honor Eric Garner Senate's Dr. No says a poignant farewell Senate's Dr. No delivers emotional goodbye speech #BayAreastorm soaks Northern California: Reader photos As economy slides, Japan waits for good times Heavy rain, strong winds slam San Francisco 'South Park' spoofs Bill Cosby, police, more Watch: Navy's new laser weapon in action California storm snarls San Francisco flights Oprah announces upcoming 90-minute documentary about Michael Sam Prince William, king of animals: Column Poll: Christie should quit if he runs for president Fantasy basketball: Let Dion Waiters serve your lineup 'Piggyback Bandit' assaults Maryland prep hockey player They're baaaack! Watch a sneak peek of new 'Kate Plus Eight' Mysterious Geminid meteor shower peaks this weekend Colbert to end 'Report' on grim note Nicki Minaj's new Beyonce, Ariana collabs leak Kyle Busch's wife shares intimate details of pregnancy They're back! Watch a sneak peek of new 'Kate Plus Eight' 7 intriguing facts from Champions League group stage Cleveland Mayor on DOJ report: We have work to do Spoiler alert! 'Bachelor' Chris says his 'head was spinning' after first date night UPS facility has 65 miles of conveyor system Delamaide: Democrats draw line on bank changes House approves $1 trillion spending package computer-program-may-reduce-anxiety-suicide-risk Book Buzz: Pottermore fans to get 12 Christmas treats Microsoft to show off consumer side of Windows 10 Obama spokesman: We respect Pelosi New 'Bachelor' takes on 30 women Jeb Bush's business dealings come under scrutiny 'Gracepoint' is out, but 'Broadchurch' is back At winter meetings, rent-a-player reaches new heights Jeb Bush's business dealings come under scrutiny Rangers to acquire Ross Detwiler in a trade Panel to consider tracking of civilians killed by police Former Phoenix Suns forward pleads guilty to burglary Crude oil dips below $60 a barrel California Amber alert suspect arrested after standoff on freeway Utilities stocks may not be so cute after all } America's Markets Poll: This year was bad. Next year? Maybe worse Cam Newton on accident: 'Somebody is supposed to be dead' And the new 'Star Wars' characters are named... Wife: Cops shot my husband in head during illegal raid Surfers ride waves at Lake Tahoe Hong Kong protesters: 'We'll be back' Couple arrested for squatting in million-dollar home And the new 'Star Wars' character names are... SeaWorld pushes CEO overboard Poll: Sympathy for immigrants, division on Obama action #HellaStormPorn: Photos of lots of California water Poll finds Americans are not optimistic about the future Butler coach Chris Holtmann embraces tough decisions, tough jobs Shock! Scandal! Waiting room People pilfered Fantasy: Dodgers' moves center on Joc Pederson Cam Newton: 'I'm on somebody's fantasy [team], and I think it's the man upstairs' Car themed gifts for the holiday House faults two members for ethics lapses, clears two United asks FAA to investigate fees at its Newark hub Blind athlete plays basketball alongside deaf teammates 'Inherent Vice' will leave viewers dazed and confused Panel votes to authorize military force against ISIL Retail is the winner in this current market UNLV takes calculated risk in hiring Gorman's Sanchez Ghana holds conference to protect those accused of witchcraft Will Russia rate rise stop rouble rout? Plastic, plastic everywhere: World's oceans plagued by waste How to use the newly crowded NBA All-Star ballot Google news to shut down Spain in response to 'Google Tax' law Breaking down this weekend's heavyweight fights Ridley Scott has a way with water in 'Exodus' scene Tony Stewart will have fifth surgery on right leg USA TODAY series wins national award Which new movies are worth your money? Cities struggle to develop fair food-truck rules Air Force coach Troy Calhoun calls CFB Playoff format 'un-American' Sacramento police searching for missing basketball player The best Twitter reactions to the new 'Star Wars' names The quest for a more diverse workforce in the tech industry Phil Libin of Evernote discusses wearable tech integration Best Twitter reactions to 'Star Wars' names California storm floods San Francisco area Evernote CEO Phil Libin: How wearables go mainstream The Short List: Storm socks California; Angelina Jolie's bad day; CIA chief's big press conference Kobe rips Lakers in profanity-laced practice rant The Grinch tells all Green and grumpy: Behind the scenes with the Grinch Did (redacted) help the U.S. torture? Friday's forecast: Rain and showers in Southern CA Neighbors form bucket brigade to clear street Capitalize on crude oil price: Our view Authorities: Burned teen's death 'a great mystery' Congressional staffers protest Brown, Garner deaths Lacey Spears in court Mary Landrieu says goodbye to Senate colleagues Neighbors form bucket brigade in San Francisco storm Protect America's energy revolution: Opposing view Mary Landrieu says goodbye to Senate colleagues Storms, erosion wash away houses on Washaway Beach 'Prior bad acts' could be used in Lacey Spears trial Controversy trails 'Exodus' in journey to the screen Baylor playcaller Philip Montgomery to coach Tulsa Moms, this Taylor Swift 'Blank Space' parody is for you Stocks snap losing streak on retail gains Automakers join to pursue Takata bag probe Shoeless teen is Camelback Mountain's 'Watermelon Man' Moms, this Taylor Swift 'Blank Space' parody is for you Music merch to match your holiday spirit Man shocked by 7,000 volts receives new bionic hands Newtown shows signs of healing: Column Why are Jim Harbaugh, Colin Kaepernick and 49ers falling short?