The controversial natural gas extraction process known as high-volume hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking” for short,...

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A lawsuit challenging petroleum exploration in Alaska's Cook Inlet was filed Tuesday by...

Several high-profile chefs have held foie gras events at their restaurants, CBS Los Angeles reports. They showcased...

VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Legion of Christ religious order, still reeling from 2009 revelations that its founder was a pedophile...

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The federal agency that monitors worker safety has opened an investigation into the illness of a...

PARIS (AP) — Francois Hollande campaigned for the French presidency with some pretty radical promises. But his...

Today is Saturday, May 12, the 133rd day of 2012. There are 233 days left in the year. On May 12, 1937, Britain's...

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Animal control officials got a go-ahead Friday from a state court judge to euthanize a 120-pound dog...

ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Federal environmental regulators say testing of scores of drinking-water wells in a...

TROU DU NORD, Haiti (AP) — Its capital is blighted with earthquake rubble. Its countryside is shorn of trees, chopped...

TROU DU NORD, Haiti (AP) — Its capital is blighted with earthquake rubble. Its countryside is shorn of trees, chopped...

TROU DU NORD, Haiti (AP) — Its capital is blighted with earthquake rubble. Its countryside is shorn of trees, chopped...

LONDON (AP) — Former hotshot editor Rebekah Brooks drew Prime Minister David Cameron closer into Britain's tabloid phone...

ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Federal environmental regulators say testing of scores of drinking-water wells in a...

ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Federal regulators say the latest well-water test results for the northeastern Pennsylvania...

HONOLULU (AP) — The U.S. Navy may hurt more dolphins and whales by using sonar and explosives in Hawaii and...

HONOLULU (AP) — The U.S. Navy says its training and testing using sonar and explosives could potentially hurt more...

HONOLULU (AP) — The U.S. Navy says its training and testing using sonar and explosives could potentially hurt more...

HONOLULU (AP) — The U.S. Navy says its use of sonar and explosives could potentially hurt more dolphins and whales...

HONOLULU (AP) — The U.S. Navy says its training and testing using sonar and explosives could potentially hurt more...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Britney Spears is coming to the rescue of Fox's "The X Factor," the singing contest in search of...

ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — An official with Doctors without Borders says a deadly lead poisoning crisis in north Nigeria...

WASHINGTON (AP) — A look at where Democratic President Barack Obama and Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney...

MADRID (AP) — The Spanish government's decision to take control of the country's fourth-largest bank highlights the...

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration is changing or eliminating a handful of regulations — from uniform street sign...

Both parties must re-argue their cases; testimony and evidence from the first small-claims hearing cannot be...

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama declared unequivocal support for gay marriage on Wednesday, becoming the...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge overturned a nearly $10,000 small claims judgment against American Honda Motor Co. that was...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A Los Angeles County judge overturned a nearly $10,000 small-claims judgment against American Honda...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge overturned a nearly $10,000 small-claims judgment against American Honda Motor Co. that was...

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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A new round of inspections of towboats and tugs is starting in July as part of a nationwide push...

LONDON (AP) — Nine men in northwest England were sentenced to jail terms Wednesday for luring girls as young as 13 years...

May 9 (Reuters) - Honda Motor Co has won the reversal of a $9,867 small-claims judgment awarded to an owner who...

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Just how unpopular is President Barack Obama in some parts of the country? Enough that a man...

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Whichever Democrat wins Tuesday's recall primary in Wisconsin will have only a short four weeks...

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Artist Thomas Kinkade died from an accidental overdose of alcohol and prescription tranquilizers,...

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — U.S. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar on Tuesday announced the approval of a major natural gas drilling...

Currently, Atlanta has the 11th highest foreclosure rate in the United States. At least for the first quarter of 2012.

May 8 (Reuters) - A federal judge has given final approval to Bank of America Corp's agreement to pay $315 million...

May 8 (Reuters) - A federal judge has given final approval to Bank of America Corp's agreement to pay $315 million...

Rio de Janeiro (AP) — Conflicts over land issues in Brazil increased last year, although the number of rural activists...

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Energy companies will need to keep up-to-date records to prove they are running the nation's aging...

MIAMI, May 4 (Reuters) - Chevron Corp went to federal court in Miami on Friday seeking to force an Ecuadorean bank to...

MADRID (AP) — Spain's prime minister said Monday the government will likely present important bank clean-up measures...

As many as 40,000 gorgeously plumed birds known as the Gurney's pitta thrive in the lowland rainforests of...

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Fourteen people in at least nine states have been sickened by salmonella after handling tainted...

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Federal health officials say at least 14 people in nine states have been infected with...

GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba (AP) — The man who once bragged about planning Sept. 11 "from A to Z" may mount a defense...

Yesterday, President Barack Obama announced that he supported same sex marriage. Not domestic partner benefits. Not...

In our previous post, we wrote about a recent Wall Street Journal list of intellectual property mistakes owners of...

In a very interesting case out of the state of Illinois, a young man is currently being held in an immigration...

In many of our previous posts we have mentioned the important role the Occupational Safety and Health Administration...

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has come under fire recently because of the length of time it...

The Securities and Exchange Commission recently charged a Florida man and 10 cohorts involved in two separate schemes...

Workers on construction sites depend on OSHA rules and safety regulations to keep them safe on site. A new government...

Nail salon workers and customers may be getting toxic exposure to chemicals in nail polish, even though the labels...

In a dynamic capitalist economy driven by constantly evolving technology, workplaces change rapidly. And so, in turn,...

Though use of lead is now highly regulated, certain Pennsylvania areas are still dealing with lead contaminated soil.

Georgia employees may be surprised to learn that it takes the country's primary agency for workplace safety...

For those who do business in the energy industry in Louisiana, recent developments regarding a new proposal could...

People suffering from mold-related health problems had the proverbial rug pulled out from under the feet four years ago...

Drivers of smaller vans and passenger cars rarely have a shot at evading catastrophic injury or even death when they...

In our last post, we told Santa Cruz readers about some troubles facing the solar industry. Now, we have a hometown...

You may not think you are doing anything risky when you reach for a can of energy drink, but the beverages can...

People who work in or patronize nail salons in the Dallas area may want to check the labels of their nail polish. A...

An animal rescue group and local prosecutors have created a new system that will increase the number of prosecutions...

One mother, who lost both her sons in a fatal accident, believes that her sons are worth more than $167,000. At first...

An animal shelter is facing a lawsuit after firing a veterinary technician who had complained about alleged animal...

In our prior post, we discussed a California police officer's claims of sex discrimination and retaliation following...

An ongoing series of columns on KCET.org is intended to shed light on various laws and regulations that have had a...

Eyesight is one of the most valuable senses we humans have, but it's put in danger every day in Peoria jobs and in...

A suit between two parties is being closely watched by farmers and environmentalists alike. According to the suit,...

Cancer is a very serious and common disease, affecting approximately 50% of men and 33% of women in the United States.

A child whose injury at a Hephzibah day care prompted important state legislation passed away this week at the age...

Employees who have been treated unfairly often dream of a time when they can say what they really mean to their bosses.

We all want to look our best. But is our drive to look beautiful also setting us up for toxic exposure? That's...

The state of Texas, and Houston in particular, is known as a hub for energy companies to do business. In order to...

A recent study of more than 200 common household products found that many contained potentially harmful chemicals. ...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, across the nation at least 1.7 million people suffer a...

A case that has the potential to affect the entire country is set to be heard by a Washington, D.C. , federal court. ...

A bill recently proposed in a state neighboring Arizona would help pave the way for self-driving cars to hit the...

A serious truck accident in Louisiana recently resulted in the death of a motorcycle driver. Initially, troopers were...

There are many federal statutes that have been on the books since the inception of the country that have been...

When we go to our local drug store, we expect to receive the correct medication for our specific needs. Most of the...

Every day, contractors and homeowners around the country and in states like New Jersey, flock to home supply stores...

A boy who went down the street to borrow something from a neighbor's house was attacked by a dog and his mother now...

When deciding on child custody and visitation matters in divorce settlements, the courts use a checklist to...

As we've discussed in the past, some jobs are simply more hazardous than others. Because of this, it is essential for...

Dog lovers tend to assume the best of man's best friend. The fact is that most canines are wonderful animals. It's...

Arsenic has made its way into infant formula, according to a recently published report. Researchers from Dartmouth...

A scary situation last week at an IHOP restaurant sent more than 50 customers and employees out into the parking lot...