Appeals court OKs Biden's federal employee COVID-19 vaccine mandate

In a 2-1 ruling, a panel of the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans reversed a lower court and ordered dismissal of a lawsuit challenging the mandate.

Masters 2022: Tiger finishes first round with 3 birdies, 2 bogeys, 71

Tigers Woods will compete in round 1 of the Masters, his first competitive round of golf in 17 months. Woods is making his comeback after a car crash nearly threatened his career.

Amtrak Portal Bridge replacement construction gets green light

The Portal North Bridge project will build a new bridge over the Hackensack River in northern New Jersey to replace a 112-year-old swing bridge that occasionally becomes stuck after opening to allow boats to pass underneath.

DEA warns of 'nationwide spike' of fentanyl-related mass overdoses across US

Fentanyl “mass-overdose events” have been reported in at least seven U.S. cities in recent months. “Fentanyl is killing Americans at an unprecedented rate,” the DEA warned.

Dolphins' playful social habits form bonds, but spread virus

While friendly close contact is essential to dolphin social bonds, sharing space and air can also quickly spread disease.

Wind energy company kills at least 150 eagles in US, pleads guilty

The company pleaded guilty to criminal charges and was ordered to pay over $8 million in fines and restitution after at least 150 eagles were killed at its wind farms in eight states.

Body camera footage shows officers saving boy in stolen car

New body camera footage from Atlanta police shows the dramatic moments officers brought a young boy to safety after someone jumped in his mother's car and took off with him the in the back seat.

Oil executives testify before Congress about 'controlling' gas prices

Oil executives testified before Congress Wednesday that oil is a global market and that oil companies don’t dictate or control prices.

Dogs’ faces evolved to improve human connection, study shows

Scientists believe man’s best friend developed those caring, “puppy-dog eyes” over time as a way to communicate and show empathy.

Calling all Gerber babies: Company launches photo search for 2022 'Spokesbaby'

Parents of kids up to age 4 with “a playful smile that can light up a room” are encouraged to submit their baby for Gerber’s 2022 photo search.

Bitcoin 2022 conference: Miami's cryptocurrency craze on full display

Thousands of crypto enthusiasts are gathering in Miami for Bitcoin 2022 as the city builds its reputation as one of the key locations to develop blockchain technology.