Remembering some of those lost in the deadly central Texas flash floods
There have been more than 100 deaths following the flash floods in Texas, and dozens more are still unaccounted for. We remember some of those lost in the floods.
Venezuela, World Leaders Mourn Hugo Chavez
Heads of state including Cuba's Raul Castro and Iran's Mahmoud Ahmadinejad traveled to the city of Caracas to pay tribute to controversial Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez at his state funeral.
U.S. To Honor India Gang-Rape Victim
The 23-year-old Indian woman who died after she was gang-raped in New Delhi last December is being honored by the U.S. State Department. Secretary of State John Kerry will posthumously confer the International Women of Courage award on Friday, which is also International Women's Day.
Meteorologist Forced To Sit In Corner Over Bad Forecast
Many forecasters predicted a monster storm would hit Washington, D.C., but the nation's capital just got a bit of snow and rain. Channel 5 meteorologist Tucker Barnes did not blame the vagaries of the weather. He took a "timeout," shown on camera sitting in a corner during the broadcast.
'Joint' Committee's Name Gets Some Laughs
Colorado voters recently legalized small amounts of marijuana. State lawmakers must work out the details and regulations. They put together a special committee. Because it consists of members of both the state House and Senate, it is known by the phrase that such committee always are. Yes, it is the joint committee on marijuana regulation.
Persian Empire Treasure Begins U.S. Tour
The Cyrus Cylinder — an ancient clay piece considered the oldest declaration of human rights — is in the U.S. for the first time. The symbol of Persian tolerance arrives in Washington as formal relations between Iran and the U.S. remain strained. Renee Montagne talks to professor Ahmad Karimi of the University of Maryland about the history of this ancient cultural icon.
