FDA Panel Recommends Eliminating Some Pain Meds

Government experts say prescription drugs like Vicodin and Percocet that combine a popular painkiller with stronger narcotics should be eliminated because of their role in deadly overdoses.

U.S. to Release CIA Report

Internal report on the agency's secret detention and interrogation program to be released after initial delay

Jackson 'Attempted to Get Sick, Accidentally Killed Himself'

Michael Jackson accidentally killed himself while trying to become sick enough to cancel upcoming concerts, a prominent author claims.

Big U.S. Cities See Resurgence in Population Growth

Reversing a decade-long trend, many of the largest U.S. cities are now growing more quickly than the rest of the nation, yet another sign of an economic crisis that is making it harder for people to move.

Franken's Transformation Challenge

As a comedian, Al Franken thrived on insulting conservatives — now, he must win over GOP senators

S. Korean Official: Kim Jong Il's Successor Not Final

The decision on who will become North Korea's next leader may not be final despite reports that Kim Jong Il has tapped his youngest son to succeed him, South Korea's defense chief said.

Why Are We Backing Zelaya?

Obama, Chavez, U.N. unite in support of ousted Honduran president who defied his nation's constitution, Congress

Source: King of Pop's Will Grants Custody to Mother

Jackson's assets are to be put in a trust, a person with knowledge of the will told the Associated Press.

Ex-Pastor, Sons Allegedly Stole Millions to Buy Planes, Cars

The secretary of state's office said arrest warrants issued for Vaughn Reeves, 65, and three of his sons charged each with 10 felony counts. Each man could face two to eight years in prison on each count if convicted.

Sex Offender Allegedly Demanded Sex to Return Lost Dog

Los Angeles County prosecutors allege that a convicted sex offender tried to extort a teenager by demanding cash or sex for the return of her lost dog.