January 2
Can these two women make political history and run Texas? 14 injured in Minneapolis building explosion Twins born on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day Woman's tragic death leads nurses to bond with her family overseas And Jarrett Bell's NFL award winners are ... Chargers hope hot finish translates to playoffs Bengals' Mike Zimmer has defense all-in on film study Oklahoma State's Stevie Clark arrested on marijuana complaint Police: Man stole brains, sold them on eBay Great Uncle Phil moments from 'Fresh Prince of Bel Air' Michigan State holds off Stanford 24-20 in Rose Bowl Rose Bowl: Michigan State Spartans defeat Stanford Cardinal Michigan State blew the Gatorade shower after Rose Bowl Twins born in D.C. minutes apart, but in different years Dad of girl shot at Denver school: I forgive her killer Mavericks foil Wizards' latest attempt to climb over .500 Speedskater stays the course through many hard turns Church on the go helps company grow U.S. teen earns second Olympic event at speedskating trials Lovie Smith finalizing deal to become Buccaneers coach Raptors out-Pacer the Pacers for fourth win in a row Brennan: Dantonio sends message, Spartans still Rosy Mossberg, Swisher close AllThingsD, start new tech news venture Fiesta Bowl: Central Florida Knights vs. Baylor Bears Bobcats rookie gets embarrassed by the rim Adam Eaton surprised and bothered by 'selfish' rumors Mark Dantonio, Mich. St. president expected Rose Bowl Ravens' Jim Caldwell to interview with Redskins, Lions Today in History for Jan. 2nd Legal retail marijuana sales begin in Colorado Mexico's Zapatista rebel movement marks 20 years Great skua puts extreme birder over the top Clippers pull away with huge second half to rout Bobcats Winter storm hits Northeast with heavy snow, wind No. 19 San Diego State holds off Colorado State No. 15 UCF stuns No. 5 Baylor in Fiesta Bowl Would you let technology run your portfolio? Birding makes it big Passengers rescued from icebound Antarctica ship Valtteri Filppula, Lightning beat Canucks 4-2 Marketing efforts to uninsured youth ramp up Stocks fall in worst first trading day since 2008 Serena Williams-Maria Sharapova set for Brisbane semis Sugar Bowl preview: Alabama vs. Oklahoma 5 things you need to know on Thursday Pakistan's Musharraf taken to hospital, not court TV tonight: 'Community,' 'Big Bang,' 'Elementary' Ex-Israeli PM Sharon in critical condition Arson attack on Chinese Consulate in San Francisco AP Top Stories January 2 A Throwback Thursday: 'Dead End Dating' and 'Beauty Dates the Beast' Thursday's forecast: Storm moving up the East Coast Chinese cook crashes on balloon to disputed isles Financial fitness resolutions for 2014 Daredevil divers take icy plunge in Rome Brr! Are you brave enough to take a polar plunge? Why hasn't Stephen Drew found a home yet? American home after months in Russian jail Thousands jump into frigid waters Claire Davis' dad forgives school shooter What happens inside Colorado's pot shops Tech invention allows remote "Touching" Collector's pinball passion lights up Seattle Early Buzz: 'Sherlock,' Gaiman, 'True Blood' and more Reporters, Hawaii residents watch Obama golf Meet Auburn's Renaissance Man Missing Banker, Fraud Suspect, Caught First snowstorm of 2014 aims for Northeast Who and what will break through in 2014? Our 10 picks Springsteen songs get a fair hearing on 'The Good Wife' Robin recs trailers for 'Return to Poughkeepsie,' 'Where There Is Will' Ford creates plug-in car that runs on sunlight Five things to know this morning Raw: Obama plays golf during Hawaii vacation Soldier builds gingerbread bin Laden compound replica UFOs ringing in 2014? How Florida State's SEC blueprint could end SEC's run Iraqi security forces arrest Shiite militia leader Good hiring sign: Jobless claims slip to 339,000 Lebanon working to confirm ID of al-Qaeda suspect O'Brien blasted 'Paterno people' before PSU exit Gay Boy Scout welcomes new policy Lovie Smith is the perfect coach for the Bucs right now White House pushes for jobless benefits Reality star Olivia Palermo gets engaged ShowBiz Minute: Avery, Cuoco, Palermo Fake service dogs hurt people with real needs Not all Coloradans excited about legal pot buzz LG plans major OLED push for 2014 10 things to watch in the Under Armour All-America Game Stranded Antarctica researchers rescued Lovie Smith is a perfect fit for Tampa Bay James Avery remembered by 'Fresh Prince' co-stars 20 on current BBWAA ballot would qualify for Roto HOF New Year's celebrations ring in 2014 coast to coast Police believe passenger fell from cruise ship Conservative group hits 3 Dems in $2.5M ad campaign Congress reps look back fondly on time in state legislatures Snapchat leak could affect millions New in paper: 'Tenth of December' Hello, 2014! 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Raw: stranded Antarctica researchers rescued 2014's most anticipated movies 14 ways to save big in 2014 Raw: stranded Antarctica researchers rescued Report: Tampa Bay Bucs hire Lovie Smith Toronto Mayor Rob Ford files to run again New year, new favorite things from our favorite authors Giant snowstorm heads for Northeast 14-year-old powerlifter dead-lifts 300 pounds Twins born in different years, minutes apart Matt Granite: Readers' 2014 fiscal fitness goals Military: South Sudan rebels set eyes on capital Kerry: Mideast peace 'is not mission impossible' Watch the best cricket catch you'll ever see Spirit raises baggage fees in the new year Tech stocks: Sprint slides after downgrade Rwandan leader accused in killing of ex-spy chief Why age is playing a role in Hawaii Senate race NHL outdoor games we'd like to see Roy Halladay dresses like Jamie Moyer for an 80s party Deadly blast hits south Beirut neighborhood All Doc Rivers wants to do is watch Johnny Manziel Cardiff City hires Manchester United legend Solskjaer as new manager Minnesota hospital composts food waste Compost sites clamor for table scraps Minnesota brothers build snow shark the size of a house Kate Winslet on baby Bear's last name: 'I'm a grown-up' NFL Story Lines: Wild Card weekend Playoff preview: Saints vs. Eagles Jay Cutler contract should not be a shock Playoff preview: 49ers vs. Packers The Florida State-Auburn games that never happened USA falls 5-3 to Russia at world juniors Iconic American brands that are foreign-owned Bears sign Jay Cutler to seven-year contract Latest on Snapchat hack | USA NOW Walmart recalls donkey meat that's not just donkey Grandfather beaten after trying to slow speeders McCain urges Afghans to sign security pact Views around the country from our partners Snowstorm hurts airline travel in Midwest, Northeast Lufthansa workers cut short strike in Paris 2013 car market: The year of the pickup Egypt airs what it claims is terror confession Rapper Eve gets engaged in Scotland Cool stuff on DVD/on demand: 'Don Jon' and more Peak-season European river cruises mostly sold out Travel Q&A: How much cash should I carry on my trip? Sessions was top Senate talker for 2013 Manufacturing expands at solid pace Twins born minutes apart, but in different years Probe deepens over safe blast that killed diplomat U.S. plywood industry's plea for help rejected Construction spending: Strongest pace in years TV on the Web: Does the cold give you a cold? 'Duck Dynasty' family to sell line of guns Scientists find records of rare 'earthquake lights' Authors share the romances they're looking forward to in 2014, part 3 Soldier gets 28 years for sexually assaulting her son Playoff preview: Chargers vs. Bengals Nigella Lawson says she's moved on, eats chocolate Sign up for Travel's free e-mail newsletter Should the NFL kick the PAT to the curb? Vote here River cruise ship sinks in Asia Wrong family gets Christmas gift from Obamas Giant snowstorm heads for Northeast 'RHOA' star Kim Zolciak post-twins: 'No more kids' Priest in abuse case is released from prison Caught on camera: Runaway SUV smashes into home Hydration station touts hangover cure Wyoming braces for influx of Colorado pot 10-year-old petitions for disabled American Girl doll | NewsBreak Movie reels go the way of VCRs and record players Twins born in different years, minutes apart H1N1 targeting young adults this flu season Kerry in Israel for new round of peace talks Family of U.S. captive asks al-Qaeda for proof of life Shia LaBeouf takes his apology campaign to the sky Rieder: Why Edward Snowden should get clemency The Stanford band stole the show at Rose Bowl Vikings linebacker drove off road before DUI arrest Woman eats nothing but Starbucks for 1 year Police arrest suspect in California priest killing Mauer's move to first impacts 2014 catcher rankings Fiat stock hits two-year high on Chrysler deal Passengers rescued from icebound Antarctic ship Answers to 5 questions about legalized pot in Colorado 10-year-old petitions for disabled American Girl doll Veronica Roth's 'Divergent' is No. 1 for the first time Must see: Gas station smash and grab Blink and you'll miss it: Quadrantids meteor shower Thursday Tip-Off: The likelihood of an undefeated regular season Sources: Smith reaches deal to coach Tampa Bay Security cameras catch SUV plow into house Raw: Large explosion rocks Beirut suburb Brandt Snedeker looking for big swing in 2014 Ricky Martin splits from longtime boyfriend Seattle woman ate only Starbucks food for a year 7 things to look forward to with Jay Cutler's new deal My pop-culture resolutions: More fiction, fewer CDs! Playoff preview: Chiefs vs. Colts Teddy Bridgewater may not be the No. 1 overall pick Beyonce wins again: Album tops 'Billboard' Twin Cities pol fights his 'inner' Rob Ford Breaking down NFL Wild Card Weekend Twitter up 6% amid video advertising optimism Snow storm slams Midwest Watch: NFL Wild Card Weekend previews Punter says he lost job due to stance on gay marriage Military social sciences tab up to $726M since '07 NHL players react to Team USA snubbing them from Olympic roster Calif. grants law license to undocumented immigrant Conservative group hits 3 Dems in $2.5M ad campaign Send a text, get a towel: Hotels try new concierge concept Kaley Cuoco, 'Big Bang Theory' star, weds American tennis player Poll: Fliers would pay for quiet zones free of cell phones Why age is playing a role in Hawaii Senate race Green Bay may not see Packers playoff game on TV because of NFL's arcane rule Kevin Durant will never stop dominating children at basketball Jim Cramer buttons-up image with newest book Penn State expects to have new coach in days, not weeks Your coffee table just got smarter Sessions was top Senate talker for 2013 'American Hustle,' 'Her' among Producers Guild nominees ESPN's behind-the-scenes tech wizardry at Candlestick Park Blue Jackets activate Nathan Horton, Sergei Bobrovsky 'Top Chef' judge Gail Simmons welcomes baby girl Chane Behanan to 'get help' from former NBA coach Study: Top college leaders remain white, male Sloane Stephens hires Paul Annacone as her coach Deal watch: Four nights in the Bahamas for $399 Blast in Hezbollah-run area of Beirut kills 5 Why more Snapchat-like hacks will come in 2014 Military propaganda websites on verge of extinction New York City airports ready for winter blast How college players feel when their coaches leave Heat and Nets reveal nickname jerseys for upcoming game On Day Two of 2014, let's look back at 1964 Bush thanks presidents for good wishes Paralyzed teenager to kick off World Cup in robotic suit American Airlines workers vote to keep new tail design Macy's, Martha Stewart settle contract dispute The migrant farm worker minimum wage beats the deli clerk minimum wage Birding makes big tracks in 2013 and bags young fans Film room: Aaron Rodgers Obama golfs in Hawaii with New Zealand prime minister Jadeveon Clowney remains No. 1 NFL draft talent TV on the Web: A tribute to James Avery as Uncle Phil Study: Self-driving car sales will explode Father admits to killing son with axe Al Qaeda or AQ affiliate, what's the difference? Column Why January is high time for birders Lovie Smith finalizes deal as Buccaneers coach Super PACs gear up for individual Senate battles Dark road lies ahead on 'Downton Abbey' Friends feared Ariz. man accused in ax murder of son Which teams fit the profile of past Super Bowl winners? AP Top Stories January 2 P Lawmaker: New statements bolster case for heroism medal Texas A&M wide receiver Mike Evans to enter NFL draft Clemson's orange opportunity Dudley's teammates won't stop messing with his headband Old drug making a comeback as 'Molly' The rise of candidate-specific super PACs What are the top 5 movies of 2014? | USA Entertainment Now NCAA concussion lawsuits consolidated Jimbo Fisher's new contract includes raises for assistant coaches Why aren't NFL fans buying playoff tickets? Wis. man seeks police reform after his son's death Stockman accepts Bitcoin donations, but FEC doesn't Snapchat hack should be wake-up call Marines delay female fitness plan after half fail Politicians throw science under the bus: Column Russia bombings put pressure on Putin, Sochi: Opinionline Stockman accepts Bitcoin donations, but FEC doesn't Lose your fantasy football league? Try playing fantasy puppy bowl Rafael Nadal reaches Qatar Open semis against qualifier Joffrey Lupul fined $10,000 for Winter Classic hit Jamal Adams commits to LSU with help from a baby Is President Obama guilty of slow golf play? Nuggets suspend Andre Miller after yelling at Brian Shaw Driverless car research picks up speed Mike Evans declared for NFL draft but has plenty to prove Settle in for series premiering in the winter TV season Miley Cyrus says she did not diss Beyonce Carmelo proves he can take beating, on and off court Under Armour All-America Game updates FireEye acquires Mandiant in $1.05 billion deal UFC officials encouraged by early response to new digital network Johnny Manziel welcomed in 2014 with Drake Two Australian soccer teams charged for fan violence FIFA's Sepp Blatter upset with fake injuries in soccer Let private sector deal with fraud: Another view Vikings K defends coach from homophobic allegations Body found in rubble of Minneapolis building fire NSA working to build computer to crack encryption Target card breach and what to do: Our view Critic's Corner: 'The Simpsons' take on piracy Emerging markets: Cheap but risky investment