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Attorney Michael Avenatti, shown here arriving in federal court this month, is accused of stealing millions of dollars from clients, among other charges.

Michael Avenatti Indicted For Allegedly Stealing Paraplegic Client's Settlement Money

The lawyer, who represented Stormy Daniels and is already facing federal financial crimes charges, has been indicted on 36 counts of embezzlement and fraud by a California federal grand jury.

President Trump listens as Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, who oversees the census, speaks at the White House. Ross approved including in the 2020 census the question, "Is this person a citizen of the United States?"

Trump Administration's Census Citizenship Question Plans Halted By 3rd Judge

Plans to use the 2020 census to ask about U.S. citizenship status suffered another major blow. A ruling in Maryland joins earlier ones in New York and California blocking the citizenship question.

Khuram Shazad Butt (left) and Rachid Redouane were killed within minutes of Saturday's attack on London Bridge, British detectives say.

British Police Name 2 Attackers From Terrorist Attack In London

Counterterrorism police have released preliminary details about two of the three men who were killed by police Saturday. The London attack killed at least seven people and wounded dozens.

Counterterrorism special forces assemble near the scene of a suspected terrorist attack near London Bridge on Sunday in London.

British Police Say 7 People Killed In London Bridge Terrorist Attacks

Police say that seven people were killed in terrorist attacks at London Bridge and Borough Market Saturday. Three attackers were shot by police. At least 48 other people have been hospitalized.

Senate GOP Reveals Health Care Bill

Senate Republicans have released their health care bill. They are hoping to have a vote before the July Fourth recess.

An Israeli court has ruled that asking women to change seats because of their gender is discriminatory. It has ordered the airline El Al to instruct its staff in writing that such requests are illegal and train workers in the new rule within six months.

Israeli Judge Says Airlines Can't Reseat Women At Request Of Men

Ultra-Orthodox Jewish men sometimes refuse to sit next to women — including on planes. Now an Israeli court says airlines cannot ask a person to change seats based on gender.

What Sporting KC'S Soony Saad Has To Say About Playing A Match In North Korea

Sporting Kansas City will have its players back from international duty for its final game of the regular season at Real Salt Lake on Sunday. Matt Besler,…

The old advice seems to hold true: Drinking lots of water helps prevent urinary tract infections.

To Reduce Risk Of Recurring Bladder Infection, Try Drinking More Water

While it may seem simple, drinking water flushes bacteria out of the urethra, helping to prevent infection in women prone to them. And it also may help reduce the use of antibiotics.

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio speaks during his election night victory gathering on Tuesday.

Democrats Sweep Mayoral Elections In New York, Other Major Cities

Bill de Blasio won re-election handily. Democratic incumbents also won in Boston and Detroit. And Charlotte, N.C., elected its first female African-American mayor.

Volunteer Michelle Augustyn greets one of the twin white tigers at Kowiachobee Animal Preserve, which is located in the residential area of Golden Gate Estates in Naples, Fla.

A Home To Big Cats And Raccoons Recovers After Hurricane Irma

After last month's hurricane, a Florida animal preserve that is home to more than 100 domestic and exotic animals is working on repairs. The owners are still "bouncing back."

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