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People stand in line outside the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday.

Supreme Court OKs Discounted Resale Of 'Gray Market' Goods

The Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday that U.S. companies that make and sell products abroad cannot prevent those items from being resold in the U.S., even at steep discounts. The decision could have repercussions that extend from U.S. trade policy to local yard sales.

Louisville forward Chane Behanan celebrates after defeating Michigan in the NCAA basketball championship on Monday. It was the school's first basketball title since 1986.

How Louisville Went From 'Little Brother' To Powerhouse

University of Louisville fans have had a lot to cheer about lately — and not just basketball. Monday's big victory by the school's men's basketball team over Michigan is just the latest success for an athletic department that is quickly becoming one of the country's most admired.

Nixon Delivers State Of The State

Missouri Governor Jay Nixon pitched a nearly $26 billion budget to the state of Missouri during Monday’s State of the State Address. It includes spending…

U.S. Rep. James Clyburn explains the hope he carries along with him in his career to his granddaughter Sydney Reed.

Relentless, Despite Losses: Congressman's Climb To The Hill

Rep. James Clyburn talks to his granddaughter about his long road to becoming a U.S. congressman. After many losses, he never gave up. Today, he's the highest-ranking African-American in Congress.

George Zimmerman "probably feared for his life," juror B37 told CNN.

Juror: 'I Think It Was George Zimmerman's Voice' On 911 Tape

"Juror B37," a woman in her 50s from Seminole County, Fla., explains to CNN her thinking about a key piece of evidence in the case. George Zimmerman was acquitted over the weekend of charges in the death of Trayvon Martin.

In this photo released by the Jinan Intermediate People's Court, Bo Xilai appears Thursday on the first day of his trial in eastern China's Shandong province. Interestingly, he was photographed flanked by two very tall policemen.

Bo Xilai's Corruption Trial In China Kicks Off With A Twist

It's common to see cowed defendants admit to crimes during Communist Party show trials. But disgraced former politburo member Bo Xilai began his trial with vehement denials of guilt, calling one accuser a "crazy dog snapping at things for reward."

ESPN Says It Backs Reporting As It Pulls Out Of NFL Series

The network asked to have its branding removed from an upcoming PBS series on the NFL and head injuries. Two of its reporters contributed to the effort, and there's a report that the decision followed pressure from the NFL.

Afghanistan and Pakistan, countries that have a history of tense relations, played their first soccer match in nearly 40 years when they met Aug. 20 in Kabul. Afghanistan (in red) won 3-0.

For Pakistan And Afghanistan, Soccer As Reconciliation

Relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan have been tense for years. A recent soccer game seemed to ease the friction, at least temporarily.

Courts in Tucson, Ariz., are turning to private lawyers to represent clients who would have had public defenders.

Cutting Public Defenders Can Cost Federal Government More

With the sequester, the Public Defender's Office in Tucson, Ariz., has lost a quarter of its staff. But everyone is entitled to legal representation, so judges are appointing expensive private attorneys in the public defenders' place.

Gluten-Free: Fad Or Fix?

Six months ago, Kara Welter drastically changed her diet by eliminating food that contains wheat, rye or barley.“I don’t eat gluten,” said Welter, a…

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