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Reactions to the death of Maya Angelou

NEW YORK (AP) — Politicians, media figures and fellow artists are paying tribute to Maya Angelou, the author of “I Know Why the Caged Bird…

Obama: US must lead globally but show restraint

WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) — In a broad defense of his foreign policy, President Barack Obama declared Wednesday that the U.S. remains the world’s most…

University: Poet, author Maya Angelou dies at 86

NEW YORK (AP) — Maya Angelou was gratified, but not surprised by her extraordinary fortune. “I’m not modest,” she told The Associated Press in 2013.…

Big insurance rate hikes in the future?

The wild hikes in health insurance rates that blindsided many Americans in recent years may become less frequent because of the health care overhaul. Final…

Pennsylvania’s gay marriage ban is struck down

PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Pennsylvania’s ban on gay marriage was overturned by a federal judge Tuesday in a decision that legalized the practice throughout the Northeast…

US government cites China in cyber-spying case

WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States has brought first-of-its kind cyber-espionage charges against five Chinese military officials accused of hacking into U.S. companies to gain…

Obamas list assets between $1.8M and $7M

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama reported assets worth between $1.8 million and $7 million for last year, little changed…

San Antonio Mayor Obama’s choice to lead H.U.D.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Shuffling his second-term Cabinet, President Barack Obama plans to nominate Housing Secretary Shaun Donovan to be budget director and is considering San…

Segregation gains ground 60 years after Brown

WASHINGTON (AP) — Segregation is making a comeback in U.S. schools. Progress toward integrated classrooms has largely been rolled back since the Supreme Court issued…

Secret lists, deaths: Claims roil Veterans Affairs

PHOENIX (AP) — A team of federal investigators swept into Phoenix last month amid allegations of a disturbing cover-up at the veterans hospital. Their goal:…

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