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U.S. Army Captain Michael Potoczniak (right) embraced his partner of 10 years Todd Saunders as they obtained their marriage license at City Hall in San Francisco on June 29.

GOP Won't Defend Ban On Veterans Benefits For Same-Sex Couples

Following the Supreme Court decision that struck down the Defense of Marriage Act, House Republicans have decided not to be part of a court challenge to a law that bars same-sex couples from getting veterans benefits.

Jenna Conti, also known as Eden Sirene, before being asked to stay out of the water.

Florida Community Asks Mermaid To Swim Elsewhere

Jenna Conti, also known as Eden Sirene, wants to show off her fins at her local pools. But rules are rules, the community board says. And the rules say no fins in the pool.

The South Carolina Supreme Court has ruled that custody for Baby Veronica, shown here in a October 2011 provided by her adoptive mother, Melanie Capobianco, be transferred from her biological father to the Capobiancos.

S.C. High Court Moves To End Saga Of 'Baby Veronica'

The South Carolina Supreme Court has ruled to finalize the adoption of Baby Veronica by her white adoptive parents. The order comes after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in June that her biological father, a Cherokee Indian, could not use the Indian Child Welfare Act to claim custody rights.

Four decades after James "Whitey" Bulger first rose to power, "Southie" is not what it used to be. The once blue-collar, Irish-Catholic neighborhood is now an ethnic melting pot that has been invaded by young urban professionals who have gentrified the area and smoothed out its once-rough edges.

South Boston Transformed In Whitey Bulger's Absence

The neighborhood that reputed mob boss James "Whitey" Bulger is accused of terrorizing with murders and extortion is now a destination.

Detroit Files For Bankruptcy

The city is seeking Chapter 9 protection against creditors and unions for an estimated $18.5 billion in debt and liabilities.

This aerial photo from July 3 shows Yarnell, Ariz., after the Yarnell Hill Fire burned through and claimed the lives of 19 members of an elite firefighting crew.

Wildfires Will Worsen, And Further Strain The Forest Service

Over the past decade, fires in the American West have grown in intensity and size. "We're on a growth trajectory that is very scary," says one fire tracker. "And if we think it's expensive and dangerous now, we're just now seeing the very beginnings of how big this problem is going to be very soon."

Mayor Bob Filner smiling during better times at a November 2012 news conference at a San Diego park.

Filner Scandal Casts Shadow On San Diego Recovery

It's bad enough when a mayor is embroiled in an ugly scandal. But it's worse when the city is also struggling to regain its footing after years of financial improprieties.

A Year After Colo. Shooting, Trial Still Far Off

One year ago Saturday, James Holmes allegedly opened fire on a crowded theater in Aurora, Colo. Within minutes, 12 people were dead and dozens more injured. The Holmes trial is many months away. How have the city and state responded to the killings over the past year?

A portion of downtown Detroit along the Detroit river.

Now That Detroit's Filed For Bankruptcy, What Happens Next?

The lights will remain on and city services should continue, says Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder. But the filing sets in motion what could be a years-long process to resolve the bankruptcy case.

Secretary of State John Kerry speaks on the phone at Mafraq Air Base before boarding a helicopter to Amman on Thursday.

Trying To Restart Peace Talks, Kerry Will Fly To West Bank

The trip comes after Palestinians balked at some of the conditions for returning to negotiations. The Mideast peace process has been a priority for John Kerry as secretary of state. This visit is his sixth to the region in as many months.

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