Poll puts Hillary Clinton 9 points ahead over Donald Trump in key state of Pennsylvania
The result comes a week before a presidential debate showdown with Trump.
Not voting for Hillary Clinton would be an 'insult to my legacy' says Barack Obama
The president made it clear to the African-American community who he wants them to vote for in November.
At least 26 injured in explosion in New York City
The FBI, Homeland Security and other law enforcement agencies are conducting investigations.
Congressional report finds Edward Snowden did 'tremendous damage' to US
The report coincided with a new film about the ex-NSA contractor.
California teacher docked students' grades for refusing to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
The two students were removed from the teacher's advisory period classroom following the incident.
Man shot after attacking NYPD officer with meat cleaver near Penn Station
Witnesses said several shots were fired on the suspect, who was identified as 32-year-old Akram Joudeh.
Iowa teen who sexually abused baby spared prison time
The 19-year-old was handed a 10-year suspended sentence on Monday (12 September).
Man arrested on suspicion of arson at Florida mosque where Orlando shooter once prayed
Joseph Schreiber is accused of setting alight the mosque Omar Mateen attended.
Pastor stops Donald Trump from insulting Hillary Clinton at church in Michigan
The Republican candidate had to refocus his speech on the Flint water crisis.
Both US and Russia extend Syrian ceasefire by 48 hours after determining truce is holding
The UN has applauded the drop of violence since the ceasefire took effect on 12 September.
Mother of Victoria Martens admits to seeking men to sexually assault daughter before her murder
The 10-year-old girl was found dead and dismembered on day she was to celebrate her birthday.
Briton who tried to assassinate Donald Trump pleads guilty to lesser charges
Michael Sandford was due to stand trial for the 18 June incident later this month.
President Obama blasts Trump on the campaign trail as Clinton recuperates from pneumonia
The president said the GOP nominee was not 'fit in any way, shape or form' to become president.
JetBlue allegedly attempted to pay off mother after placing her young son on the wrong flight
The airline allegedly tried to gift Maribel Martinez $10,000 for the incident, to which she declined.
Former Israeli PM Shimon Peres hospitalised after suffering stroke
The 93-year-old sustained a large brain haemorrhage and is in an induced coma.
Indiana fertility doctor Donald Cline allegedly used own sperm to impregnate patients
The retired doctor used his sperm at least 50 times and fathered at least eight children.
Prince George and Princess Charlotte will join parents on royal visit to Canada
The Duke and Duchess will kick off their Canada tour with their children on 24 September.
Trump invites supporters on stage in North Carolina to show they are not 'deplorable'
Trump demanded rival Hillary Clinton apologise for remarks branding his supporters as 'deplorable'.
President Obama to veto bill allowing 9/11 victims to sue Saudi Arabian government
Despite the veto, Congress may have the necessary votes to override the president.
Clinton campaign: Nominee to release medical records following 9/11 memorial health scare
The Democratic nominee''s campaign acknowledged that it could have handled the situation better.
Donald Trump vows to deport 11 million undocumented immigrants and Mexico 'will pay for wall'
In a fiery Arizona speech, the GOP nominee promised to ramp up border patrol.
US Supreme Court declines to reinstate strict North Carolina voter ID law
North Carolina wanted to reduce the number of days of early voting and reinstate voter ID at the polls.
Trump softens words but maintains his message during meeting with Mexican President Peña Nieto
Trump's visit to Mexico was greeted with hostility as he maintained a softer approach.
'No survivors' recorded in midair collision over Russian Mission, Alaska
The two planes were carrying a total of five people, Alaska State Troopers said.
Maine governor will 'never speak to the press' after apologising for obscene voicemail to Democrat
Governor LePage sent the obscenity-filled voicemail to Democratic Representative Drew Gattine.
Donald Trump to meet Mexican president before big immigration speech
The GOP nominee confirmed reports he would be meeting with Enrique Peña Nieto.
FBI recovers 30 Hillary Clinton emails regarding Benghazi attack
The emails may be linked to the 2012 attack on the compound in Libya where a US diplomat died.
New York appeals court redefines parenthood in major rights win for gay parents
The decision reverses a 25-year-old ruling defining parents based on biology and adoption.
President Obama cuts the sentences of 111 federal prisoners
The move takes the number of people who had their sentences cut in August to 235.
Chris Brown arrested on suspicion of assault with deadly weapon after stand-off with police at LA home
Police were called to US singer's home on 30 August after a woman dialled 911.
