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The Long, Strange, 60-Year Trip of Elmer McCurdy

Elmer McCurdy led a life of poverty, illness and crime. But the injustices subjected to his corpse after his death made his afterlife much, much worse.

The Student Borrower Protection Center, a watchdog group, says one lender seems to charge higher rates to graduates of historically black colleges.

Graduates Of Historically Black Colleges May Be Paying More For Loans: Watchdog Group

Graduates of historically black or predominantly Hispanic colleges might be paying more to borrow money because of where they went to school, according to a report from a financial watchdog.

A sign marks the main entrance to the campus of Grove City College in Grove City, Pa.

PERSPECTIVE: At conservative schools, anti-critical race theory still looms large

On conservative campuses, anti-critical race theory hovers.

Kala Smith of Buffalo, N.Y., heads for a food store Monday on Main Street, not far from where she lives, after a massive snowstorm blanketed the city.

At least 50 people have died across the U.S. in 'once-in-a-generation storm'

More than half the deaths occurred in western New York, which struggled with super-size snow drifts that snarled emergency vehicles. Buffalo's responders rescued hundreds trapped in cars.

Supporters react during an election night event for Democratic Gov. Tony Evers at The Orpheum Theater on Nov. 8 in Madison, Wisc. Evers defeated Republican challenger Tim Michels Tuesday.

Control of Congress matters. But which party now runs your state might matter more

In state-level races, Democrats defied expectations, but Republican incumbents held their ground. On the whole, red states continue to grow redder, and blue ones bluer.

Sen. Harry Reid and his wife, Landra, take the stage at the Nevada state Democratic election night party in Las Vegas after he defeated Sharron Angle to win re-election. In his victory speech, Reid said, "I'm not finished fighting. In fact, I'm more determined than ever."

SENATE: Democrats Retain Control Amid GOP Gains

With Democratic leader Harry Reid's victory in Nevada, Republican hopes for taking over the Senate have faded — even as Reid's leadership will be put to the test in a more narrowly divided Senate with a handful of Tea Party members. Republicans have picked up six seats — in Indiana, Illinois, Arkansas, North Dakota, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

Season 2 of 'Schmigadoon!' is bursting with enthusiasm and Broadway talent

This new season of the Apple TV+ series leans on musicals of the 1960s and '70s. Subtitled "Schmicago!," season 2 is tighter and better-plotted than the original, and also more inventive.

Season 2 of 'Schmigadoon!' is bursting with enthusiasm and Broadway talent

This new season of the Apple TV+ series leans on musicals of the 1960s and '70s. Subtitled "Schmicago!," season 2 is tighter and better-plotted than the original, and also more inventive.

Unauthorized ACA plan switches drive call for action against rogue agents

Federal and state regulators are mulling what they can do to thwart the growing problem. Rogue health insurance brokers are switching consumers' plans without permission and collecting the commission.

FBI investigates New Orleans attack as terrorism, Las Vegas motive remains unclear

The FBI is investigating the Jan. 1 attack in New Orleans as an act of terrorism while the motivation for the Jan 1. truck explosion in Las Vegas is still unclear but appears to be mental illness.

Fed keeps interest rates steady. And, Catholics around the world wait for a new Pope

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady amid uncertainty over President Trump's trade war. And, the Trump administration has plans to deport migrants without legal status to Libya.

Blinken visits Israel amid tensions over Rafah invasion plan; DOJ sues Apple

Secretary of State Antony Blinken makes his sixth visit to Israel since the war in Gaza began. The DOJ is suing Apple, alleging the tech giant is abusing its power as a monopoly.

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