Matthew Shepard’s ashes were interred at Washington National Cathedral on Friday, more than 20 years after his death made him a symbol of LGBT rights.
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Analyst: Motive in mail bombs will help to understand mind set
The suspect arrested in the mail bombs sent to prominent Democrats was found in part using fingerprint evidence and possible DNA. Analyst says next step in investigation will be to find suspect’s motive to help “understanding his mind.” (Oct. 26)
‘House of Cards’ stars’ Halloween traditions
From rainbow wigs to matching costumes, stars of the Netflix series “House of Cards” have long-running Halloween traditions. (Oct. 26)
Halloween fun with Khalid and Dua Lipa
British star Dua Lipa performed on-stage as Harry Potter one Halloween. Khalid’s best-ever costume was “the kid from ‘Hey Arnold!'” Both attended the recent American Music Awards. (Oct. 26)
Barbra Streisand’s unlikely friendship with Bush family
Barbra Streisand is known for her left-wing politics and dislike of President Donald Trump — but says she’s happily reached across party lines with other Republicans. Her new album “Walls” is due out next week. (Oct. 26)
Barbra Streisand still ‘numb’ over 2016 election
Barbra Streisand says she still feels “a little bit numb” after Donald Trump’s victory over Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election. The famed singer and actress targets Trump in her politically conscious new album “Walls,” due out next week. (Oct. 26)
Cesar Sayoc: What we know about the mail bomb suspect
People who know Cesar Sayoc said they were shocked he’s suspected of mailing at least 14 explosive packages through the mail, targeting Democrats. Some describe the man as a church-goer, others as someone who worked with strip clubs.
No place to quarantine contagious kids in NJ care center where 8 died of respiratory infection, state officials say
The long-term care center can look after more than 60 kids in its ventilator unit but has no place to isolate those who contract contagious diseases.
Video of mail bomb suspect in custody, handcuffed
The 56-year-old Florida man charged in the nationwide mail-bomb scare targeting prominent Democrats was taken into custody Friday (Oct. 26)
Donald Trump says he’s toned down campaign rhetoric
President Donald Trump tells reporters Friday that the pipe-bomb suspect was a supporter of his but says he bears “no blame” for man’s actions. (Oct. 26)