A stranger swung in to help when she slipped on ice. Now, she wants to pay it forward
When Lauren slipped on the ice and broke her hip, a stranger stepped in and got her to the hospital.
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$1.73 billion Powerball jackpot goes to lucky lottery player in California
The jackpot is the world's second-largest lottery prize after rolling over for 36 consecutive drawings, since the last time someone won the top prize on July 19.
Carlee Russell, accused of kidnapping hoax, will appeal after guilty verdict
A municipal judge on Wednesday found Russell guilty of two misdemeanor charges. The ruling came after Russell's attorneys agreed to "stipulate and appeal" the case, moving the case to circuit court.
Rep. Steve Scalise wins the House GOP speaker nomination
House Republicans picked the current majority leader for speaker: He won a majority of the Republicans' 221 votes in a closed-door, secret-ballot election. Timing for a floor vote remains unclear.
Biden steps up security for Jewish communities in the U.S. after the attack in Israel
President Biden spoke with Jewish community leaders at the White House Wednesday, and said he had asked his administration to boost security for any potential threats to Jews in the United States.
A 104-year-old woman dies before Guinness can confirm her record as oldest skydiver
Dorothy Hoffner, 104, went skydiving Oct. 1 and died Monday in her sleep. Guinness World Records is still working to confirm if Hoffner broke the record for the oldest person to jump from a plane.
California creates nation's first 'Ebony Alert' to find missing Black children
The alert system will use electronic highway signs and encourage the use of TV, radio, social media and other platforms to spread information about the missing person.
Why Hamas and Israel reached this moment now — and what comes next
The conflict is expected to escalate even further in the coming days. But for now, Hamas sees itself with the upper hand.
Biden proposes a ban on 'junk fees' — from concert tickets to hotel rooms
A rule proposed by the Federal Trade Commission would outlaw hidden and "bogus" fees. Officials estimate that junk fees cost consumers at least $64 billion each year.
'The Washington Post' will cut 240 jobs through voluntary buyouts
The Washington Post plans to cut 240 jobs, or 10% of its workforce, through voluntary buyouts. Leaders said they had been "overly optimistic" about growth.