Americans more likely to die of opioid overdose than in car crash

For the first time in American history, one of the leading causes of deaths - vehicle crash - has been supplanted by opioid overdoses.

Nebraska man miraculously recovers after being declared brain dead

T. Scott Marr's children decided to pull the plug after he was declared brain dead. They said their final good-byes and were preparing his services.

Covington Officer Matt Cooper celebrates 35th birthday

He was able to spend Christmas at home and Monday, Covington Police Officer Matt Cooper celebrated another milestone. He turned 35!

Police dog given Narcan for overdose back at work

A police dog that was given medication used to reverse an overdose after he suffered a reaction from sniffing drugs has recovered.

Police: Driver crashes trying 'Bird Box' blindfold challenge

Police say a Utah teenager crashed into another car when she covered her eyes as part of the so-called "Bird Box Challenge."

Ga. baby's priceless reaction to hearing clearly for first time

A Georgia mom shared an emotional video on Facebook after her 11-month-old baby girl experienced a very special milestone. 

Sophia, Jackson among top baby names for 2018

Jackson and Sophia are the top baby boy and girl names of the year, according to BabyCenter.

Chocolate, caramel candies may be contaminated with hepatitis A, FDA warns

Certain candies made by a company could be contaminated with hepatitis A, a highly contagious infection that typically affects the liver, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said in a recent warning to consumers.

US cancer death rate hits milestone: 25 years of decline

The U.S. cancer death rate has hit a milestone: It’s been falling for at least 25 years, according to a new report.

Sheriff: Man threatens family of cancer victim Tyler Trent

Across the nation, many are wondering why someone would threaten the family of a Purdue University student who died of cancer. 

Atlanta Super Bowl committed improves park

Major improvements are well underway, at a park on Atlanta’s Westside thanks to the Atlanta Super Bowl Host Committee.

Malcolm Mitchell announces reading grants ahead of Super Bowl

Former University of Georgia Football star and Super Bowl LI champion Malcolm Mitchell hopes to connect the energy surrounding this year's Super Bowl to get kids excited about reading.

Petition urges Maroon 5 to back out of Super Bowl LIII Halftime Show

Thousands of people have signed a petition calling on Maroon 5 to drop out of the Super Bowl LIII Halftime Show to express solidarity with embattled quarterback Colin Kaepernick.