Mauna Loa lava no longer imminent threat to Hawaii highway

Scientists in Hawaii say lava from the world's largest volcano is no longer an imminent threat to the main highway across the Big Island. The U.S. Geological Survey said Thursday that Mauna Loa is still erupting but lava that was feeding the flow heading toward the road has been cut off.

US labor market still tight despite continuing claims hitting 10-month high

The number of Americans filing new claims for jobless benefits increased moderately last week, pointing to a still-tight and strong labor market despite growing fears of a recession as the Federal Reserve fights to dampen demand.

Hospitals in the US are the fullest they've been throughout the pandemic -- but it's not just COVID-19

(cnn) -- Hospitals are more full than they've been throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a Cnn analysis of

CDC review awaits after FDA clears updated COVID-19 vaccines for kids under age 5

CDC review awaits for doses of the updated COVID-19 vaccines for children younger than 5 after FDA approval Thursday. Omicron-targeted booster shots made by both Moderna and Pfizer already are urged for everyone 5 and older.

Yellen sees her signature printed on US bills for the first time

(cnn) -- Us Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen traveled to Texas Thursday to mark an important and historic milestone,

Mortgage rates fall for the fourth week in a row

(cnn) — Mortgage rates dipped again this week, dropping for the fourth week in a row. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage

US sending $275M in military aid to Ukraine

Officials say the U.S. is sending an additional $275 million in military aid to Ukraine, including large amounts of ammunition and high-tech systems that can be used to detect and counter drones in its ongoing war with Russia.

New details emerge about a vehicle at the scene of the grisly Idaho student stabbings

(cnn) -- Investigators in the killings of four University of Idaho students are searching for at least one person they

House passes marriage equality bill with religious freedom protections. How did Utah reps vote?

The House passed the amended version of the Respect for Marriage Act on Thursday with three of Utah's four Republican congressmen voting in favor of the bill that now includes protections for religious liberty.

Celine Dion diagnosed with rare neurological disorder

Celine Dion has put a halt on all performing after being diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder.

Bill protecting same-sex, interracial unions clears Congress

The House gave final approval Thursday to protections for same-sex marriages. The vote sends the legislation to President Joe Biden, a monumental step in a decadeslong battle for nationwide recognition of such unions.

'On her way home': WNBA star Griner freed in swap for Russian arms dealer Bout

Russia has freed WNBA star Brittney Griner in a dramatic high-level prisoner exchange, with the U.S. releasing notorious Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout.

Lana Del Rey announces new album to debut next year

(cnn) — If your day needs a Rey of sunshine, here's some good news for you: Lana Del Rey has announced a new album. The