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NYPD: Person implicated in Etan Patz death

The New York City police commissioner says a person who's in custody has implicated himself in the disappearance and death of Etan Patz (AY'-tahn payts) 33 years ago.

Missouri opts for untested drug for executions

Missouri opts for untested drug for executions The same anesthetic that caused the overdose death of pop star Michael Jackson is now the drug of choice for executions in Missouri, causing a stir among critics who question how the state can guarantee a drug untested for lethal injection won't cause pain and suffering for the condemned.

Missouri plans to use untested single drug for executions; involved in Michael Jackson's death

Missouri plans to use untested single drug for executions; involved in Michael Jackson's death The same anesthetic that caused the overdose death of pop star Michael Jackson is now the drug of choice for executions in Missouri, causing a stir among critics who question how the state can guarantee a drug untested for lethal injection won't cause pain and suffering for the condemned.

10 Things to Know for Thursday

10 Things to Know for Thursday Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today (times EDT):

Fire on nuclear sub at Maine shipyard hurts 7

Fire on nuclear sub at Maine shipyard hurts 7 A fire on a nuclear-powered submarine at a Maine shipyard has injured seven people, including five firefighters, but did not affect the reactor, which was not active.

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