Morsi Opponents, Supporters Rally in Cairo
Protesters calling for President Morsi's departure filled the streets of Cairo as the deadline set by the country's military quickly approaches. At least 16 people have died since Sunday in clashes between Morsi's opponents and his supporters. (July 2)
Investigator in Martin Murder Trial on Stand
A prosecutor in George Zimmerman's murder trial on Tuesday tried to pick apart the statements of a Sanford Police detective who had been called as a prosecution witness a day before but gave testimony that seemed to benefit the defense. Zimmerman is on tr
Raw: Egypt Military Releases New Protest Video
The Egyptian military released new images taken from the skies above Cairo during this weekend's huge anti-government protests. Hundreds of thousands of protesters can be seen gathered at Tahrir Square and the Ittihadiya presidential palace. (July 2)
NJ Home Invasion Suspect Pleads Not Guilty
The man charged in a northern New Jersey home invasion and beating that were captured on a nanny cam has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder, robbery, burglary and child endangerment. (July 2)
Disabled Newlyweds Find Home to Share
A newlywed couple with mental disabilities has moved in together at a new group home. They had filed a civil rights lawsuit against their previous group homes for refusing to allow them to live as a married couple. (July 2)
Egypt: Army to Suspend Constitution, Legislature
Egypt's state news agency says the military has drawn up a plan to suspend the constitution, dissolve the legislature, and set up an interim administration if President Mohammed Morsi fails to reach a solution with his opponents. (July 2)
Who Dishes Out the 'Worst Meal in America?'
The Center for Science in the Public Interest, a food watchdog group, says a new dish at Long John Silver's is a 'prescription for heart disease.' (July 2)
Testimony Hurting Zimmerman Prosecution
A University of Miami law professor says so far, testimony in the George Zimmerman trial is falling short of what's normally needed to convict someone of second-degree murder in Florida.
Man Honors Brother's Dying Wish With $500 Tips
An Indiana man who lost his younger brother last year is honoring his dying wish by traveling the country giving $500 tips to unsuspecting waiters and waitresses. (July 2)
Raw: Baby Giraffe Takes First Steps
The Brookfield Zoo welcomed its latest addition, a baby giraffe, on June 21. The 173-pound calf started walking soon after birth and made its public debut Tuesday. (July 2)
Firefighter: Fire Shelter Is Tool of Last Resort
In a desperate attempt at survival, 19 elite firefighters in the Arizona mountain town of Yarnell unfurled their foiled-line emergency shelters. A firefighter says they don't guarantee safety but the equipment can help in an emergency. (July 2)
Therapist: Guilt 'Normal' for Hotshot Survivor
Trauma therapy specialist Julie Lopez says the lone survivor of a 20-man Hotshot crew killed while battling an Arizona wildfire will likely feel immense guilt and powerlessness. The wider community may feel vulnerable after losing 19 young men. (July 2)
AP Top Stories July 2 P
Here's the latest news for Tuesday, July 2: Deadly Arizona wildfire uncontained; Deadline approaching for Mohamed Morsi; Snowden may go to Venezuela; Baby giraffe born at Chicago zoo.
Snowden Hits Hurdles in Search for Asylum
NSA leaker Edward Snowden's chances for finding refuge outside the U.S. are dwindling. His best bet may hinge on the President of Venezuela, who was in Moscow on Tuesday meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. (July 2)
Jewish Museum Explores the Real Amy Winehouse
An exhibit at London's Jewish Museum called 'Amy Winehouse: A Family Portrait' brings together items from the late-singer's childhood and career. It was assembled with help from her brother Alex and his wife. (July 2)
More Airline Passengers Showing Up With Guns
Several times every day, at airports across the country, passengers are trying to walk through security with guns in their carry-on bags, purses or pockets, even in a boot. And it's happening a lot more often. (July 2)
Fire Spokesman: Hotshot Who Survived Was Lookout
The lone survivor on an elite Arizona firefighting crew was serving as a lookout and relaying key information to his colleagues when a raging wildfire trapped and killed them, officials said Tuesday. (July 2)
Today in History July 3
Highlights of this day in history: Union forces win the Battle of Gettysburg in the American Civil War; George Washington takes charge of the Continental Army; Algeria gains independence; Actor Tom Cruise born; Singer Jim Morrison dies. (July 3)
Band of Texas Brothers Arrives at West Point
The newly arrived class of 2017 at the US Military Academy includes three brothers from Texas. While siblings attending the same service academy is common, it is rare to have three siblings in the same class. (July 3)
Now Arriving: Airport Animals
From groundskeeping goats to comfort dogs, animals are being used in a variety of ways at airports across the country. (July 3)
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