Health Care June 2017 Premium

Researchers Find Increased Pot Use by College Students

A study by Oregon State University researchers has found college students at an undisclosed large public university in the state are using more marijuana since recreational pot became legal two years ago.

Legal June 2017 Premium

TOP STORY--Congressman's Shooting First Test for Trump-era Gun Debate

On the day that gunfire shattered the morning calm of suburban Washington, dozens of family members of those killed by past gun violence had gathered in the capital to lobby against Republican-backed legislation to make it easier to buy gun silencers.

Legal June 2017

Prominent NYC Law Firm to Award Outstanding High School Senior with a $2,500 Academic Scholarship

The Law Office of Ivan M. Diamond is currently accepting scholarship applications from New York City high school seniors for its annual "NYC Born and Raised Scholarship." The scholarship recognizes NYC students who display integrity, courage and perseverance in the face of all odds.

Legal June 2017 Premium

TOP STORY--The Latest: Trump Says Shooting Assailant Died of Injuries

The Latest on the shooting of House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (all times local).

Legal June 2017

Sen. Warren, Other Democrats Protest Student Loan Changes

Massachusetts U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren has joined more than 150 fellow Democratic members of Congress to protest Trump administration changes to the student loan process.

Arts and Media June 2017 Premium

TOP STORY--Warriors Join Bulls, Lakers, Celtics on List of NBA's Greats

They could outrun teams like the Showtime Lakers and outgun them like Michael Jordan's Bulls — and the Golden State Warriors had a more dominant postseason than either.

Hispanic Community June 2017

Comcast Awards Nearly $250,000 in Scholarships to Florida Students

Comcast announced that it has awarded almost a quarter of a million dollars in scholarships for the 2017-18 school year to 236 Florida students as part of its annual Leaders and Achievers® Scholarship Program. The program, funded by the Comcast Foundation, recognizes the best and brightest high school seniors for their community service, academic performance and leadership skills.

Legal June 2017

10 Things to Know for Today

Jeff Sessions is poised to face questioning from his former Senate colleagues. "Living drugs" is the new frontier in cancer care. Solemn tributes to mark the one year anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub massacre. Islamic state is upping recruiting in response to losing territory in strongholds. Some militia groups despite Trump winning the presidency are not laying down arms.

Legal June 2017 Premium

TOP STORY--Puerto Rico Upholds Statehood Demand in Contentious Vote

Puerto Rico's governor is vowing to make the U.S. territory the 51st state after statehood won in a non-binding referendum hit by a boycott and low turnout that raised questions about the vote's legitimacy.

Legal June 2017 Premium

TOP STORY--Trump Declares 'Total Vindication' in Tweet on Comey

Claiming "total and complete vindication," President Donald Trump broke his Twitter silence Friday morning to weigh in on fired FBI Director James Comey's closely watched testimony.

Financing June 2017

NY Free College Tuition Program Open to Student Applications

New York state has begun accepting applications for its new tuition-free college program.

Legal June 2017 Premium

TOP STORY--Fired FBI Director Comey's Testimony Puts Spotlight on Trump

In a hugely anticipated hearing, fired FBI director James Comey will recount a series of conversations with President Donald Trump that he says made him deeply uneasy and concerned about the blurring of boundaries between the White House and a law enforcement agency that prides itself on independence.