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Denver Pot Celebrations: Public Consumption Of Marijuana Reason For Citations

Vittorio Hernandez | Apr 20, 2015 01:25 AM EDT

Being allowed to buy a limited amount of marijuana for personal recreational use is different from consuming the weed in public, Denver police reminded on Sunday to residents and visitors who showed up for the city's cannabis events. read more

1995 Bombing Of Federal Building Led To Oklahoma Standard Brand

Vittorio Hernandez | Apr 20, 2015 01:12 AM EDT

Like other tragedies that hit American cities, the 1995 bombing of the former Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building brought out the best in residents that led to the development of a brand. The Oklahoma Standard brand is the result of the state's selfless response to the tragedy that took 168 lives. read more

Freddie Gray's Death: Unanswered Questions Spark Baltimore Street Protests

Vittorio Hernandez | Apr 20, 2015 12:36 AM EDT

The Sunday morning death of a 27-year-old man arrested by Baltimore police sparked street protests as residents sought more answers. Among these questions that remain unanswered are: what caused the injury of Freddie Gray and why did the cops stop him? read more

UConn Students Safe After Their Bus Catches Fire On Massachusetts Turnpike

Vittorio Hernandez | Apr 19, 2015 05:37 AM EDT

Students from the University of Connecticut lost their trust in the bus company after the bus that was to take them to Boston Harbor for a luncheon cruise burned on Saturday afternoon on the Interstate 85 turnpike. read more

Ohio Cop Praised For Holding Off Deadly Force Against Murder Suspect

Vittorio Hernandez | Apr 19, 2015 05:45 AM EDT

Office Jesse Kidder may be a rookie cop but having done two tours of Iraq and being awarded a Purple Heart likely contributed to his putting a premium on human life and being discerning when it comes to pulling the trigger. read more

Texas Open-Carry Of Handguns Spur Debate; Inspires Campus-Carry Initiative

Vittorio Hernandez | Apr 19, 2015 05:23 AM EDT

Although there are already seven states that permit students to bring guns to the campus if they are 21, the weapon is concealed and under certain circumstances, Texas is introducing new legislation that could bring the guns out in the open. read more

Fresno Gas Line Explosion Leaves Multiple People Injured

Vittorio Hernandez | Apr 18, 2015 05:37 AM EDT

A part of Highway 99 was closed for several hours on Friday afternoon because of a gas pipeline explosion near Fresno, California. At least 11 people were injured in the explosion, three of whom are in critical condition and one in serious condition. read more

Nitrogen Gas Becomes Backup Execution Method In Oklahoma

Vittorio Hernandez | Apr 18, 2015 05:00 AM EDT

Oklahoma will be the first state to use the still untested nitrogen gas chamber as its backup execution method following its signing into law by Gov. Mary Fallin on Friday. read more

Tampa Bay Tribune Not A Partner In Hughes’ Gyrocopter Caper

Vittorio Hernandez | Apr 17, 2015 10:05 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Tribune Editor and Vice President Neil Brown stressed on Thursday that as media, the paper's role is to observe and not to change the news. While emphasizing that the Times is not an arm of government, Washington agencies were also aware of the plans of the 61-year-old mailman to fly his gyrocopter, Brown pointed out. read more