The strong impact of African Americans in the U.S. military is evident throughout history. Colorado is home to a celebrated retired lieutenant colonel who, at age 97, is still making a difference.

The National Weather Service (NWS) had winter weather warnings in place for 11 states early on Thursday, with up to 1 foot of snow forecast for some parts of the country. Snow can disrupt travel and lead to hazardous driving conditions. Winter storms can also trigger power outages.

The Colorado Avalanche (29-20-2) close out their three-game road trip against the New York Islanders (21-20-7) on Tuesday. Puck drop is scheduled for 5:38 p.m. MT. READ MORE: Did Mikko Rantanen Force Chris MacFarland’s Hand?

The White House Tuesday said drones spotted over New Jersey and other states in the northeast corner of the country last year did not pose a threat. During her first

Tom McVie, the second head coach in New Jersey Devils history, has died at 89. McVie was also the Jets’ first coach in the NHL and the Devils’ second after they moved from Colorado in 1982. He also coached the Washington Capitals,

All the checks and balances meant to ensure safe drinking water for some residents of Morgan County failed, and neighbors say the people they turned to for help turned a blind eye. Now Gov. Jared Polis is getting involved,

USA TODAY analysis finds 3.3 million Americans live in areas with "very high" wildfire risk and 14.8 million more at “relatively high” risk.

New Jersey and Delaware join New York, California, Illinois, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts for a planned lawsuit. Pennsylvania hasn't decided to join.

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The Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche and Chicago Blackhawks pulled off a blockbuster three-team trade that could further complicate the New Jersey Devils ' Stanley Cup aspirations and influence their trade decisions by the March 7 trade deadline.

Randy Bell of CFTHB talks about the main concerns of first-time homebuyers and explains how he and his team can help them.

Budde was raised in Morris County by a single mom and a congregation that valued hard work. "I didn't see myself as minister material," she said.