First lawsuits linked to Gulf spill go to court

The first lawsuits linked to the Gulf of Mexico oil spill go to court Thursday, as BP prepared -- after months of trying -- to permanently seal its ruptured well.

Medical Mysteries: Sudden hearing loss in one ear was no minor irritant

As he picked up the phone to make the call, Wayne Curtis worried that his doctor might think he was a hypochondriac. Hearing impairment - Hearing - Health - Disability - Business

WEST WINDSOR: Triathalon to benefit pediatric brain cancer research

Five-year-old Luke Gilligan cannot eat. He suffers from severe to profound hearing loss. He battles to overcome a host of learning, social and sensory problems.

Poster latest show of NFL concussion reality

The HBO cameras are rolling in New York, where this season's "Hard Knocks" could make a star out of Jets coach Rex Ryan and send parents across the country scurrying for the mute button on the remote control.

Kevin Powell: Charlie Rangel Begat Ed Towns: Something Is Broken In Brooklyn, Too

"Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power." --Abraham Lincoln And the drama of Congressman...