American Cities Despite strong US housing market, these American cities have the most vacant homesUSA TODAY Money - Michael B. SauterThe U.S. housing market is at one of its strongest points in decades – and U.S. vacancy rates reflect that strength. Nationwide, just 1.52% of single-owner homes and condos are vacant, one of the lowest
Burgers National Hamburger Day deals: Where to get free burgers and juicy bargains TuesdayUSA TODAY Money - Kelly TykoMay 28 is National Burger Day, aka National Hamburger Day, and the lesser-known National Brisket Day. Offers.com surveyed 1,200 consumers to find out their favorite spot to grab a burger. Five Guys was
Shinzo Abe Trump says he's not 'personally bothered' by North Korea missile testsUSA TODAY - Jill Colvin and Darlene SupervilleTOKYO – President Donald Trump said Monday that he is not “personally bothered” by recent short-range missile tests that North Korea conducted this month, breaking with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo who
Kraft Heinz Memorial Day BBQ: 7 fun facts about ketchup while you wait for itUSA TODAY Money - Zlati MeyerTo celebrate – or just kill time at the holiday cookout while you're waiting for the ketchup in your bottle it to make that slow slide out of the opening and onto your fries, burger or, who knows, eggs
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports No Experience Needed: Japan opts for Women's World Cup youthUSA TODAY SportsNARASHINO, Japan (AP) — Jun Endo turned 19 a few days ago and is headed to her first Women's World Cup. The Japan forward has lots of company. Sixteen others on the 23-player roster are also going for
Department of Motor Vehicles What's open and closed Memorial Day 2019: Mail, banks, and stores impacted by the holidayUSA TODAY - Joel Shannon and Ashley MayAs America celebrates Memorial Day, most government offices and some private businesses will be closed. Most banks, the mail service, the stock market and schools are among the highest impact closings
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Bart Starr, QB who led Packers to greatness, dies at 85USA TODAY SportsBart Starr was an ordinary quarterback until teaming with Vince Lombardi on the powerhouse Green Bay Packers teams that ruled the 1960s and ushered in the NFL as America's most popular sport. The quarterback's
Vietnam Veterans On Memorial Day, I have a duty to remember the veterans who fulfilled their duty to serveUSA TODAY - James S. RobbinsIn telling the story of the Sanchez family — immigrants who loved and defended their adopted country — I keep them close and their service alive. Memorial Day is a time we remember those we have lost visit
Melania Trump Memorial Day deals, Trump in Japan and Stanley Cup: 5 things you need to know MondayUSA TODAY - EditorsWhile Memorial Day is for honoring military personnel who died in service, businesses across the nation are showing veterans and active-duty military personnel a little love to as a token of thanks. Chains
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoFrench Open Nadal, Djokovic and Serena play on Day 2 of French OpenUSA TODAY SportsPARIS (AP) — Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams — owners of a combined collection of 55 Grand Slam singles titles — are each in action on Day 2 at the French Open. Each is embarking on a
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoNew York Yankees Orioles have no answer for Torres, YankeesUSA TODAY SportsGary Thorne could probably use a break from the New York Yankees. Thorne, announcing for Baltimore fans on MASN, provided one of the week's more amusing moments with his incredulous reaction to yet another
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSt. Louis Blues Ex-Blues rooting for St. Louis to win Stanley CupUSA TODAY SportsBOSTON (AP) — T.J. Oshie went through five early playoff exits with the St. Louis Blues who could never seem to break through. Four years after being traded, the Capitals winger hopes the Blues winning
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoMartin Truex Jr. Four-wide pass lifts Truex to second Coca-Cola 600 victoryUSA TODAY SportsCONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Maybe it should be called the four-wide slide. Whatever you want to name it, Martin Truex Jr.'s pass with four laps to go in the Coca-Cola 600 led to one of the best finishes in the
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoKevin Durant Analysis: These finals will decide a champion, and much moreUSA TODAY SportsThe next four, five, six or seven games of the NBA Finals between Golden State and Toronto will not only decide the 2019 championship, but how this series plays out is inevitably going to affect how free
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports LEADING OFF: Kershaw vs deGrom, Cubs players collideUSA TODAY SportsIt's a marquee matchup on Memorial Day at Dodger Stadium when NL Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom (3-5, 3.72 ERA) pitches for the New York Mets against three-time winner Clayton Kershaw (4-0, 3.33).
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoDan Gilbert Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert recovering after stroke symptomsUSA TODAY SportsCLEVELAND (AP) — Cavaliers owner and billionaire businessman Dan Gilbert is recovering after suffering symptoms of a stroke and seeking hospital care. Officials with Detroit-based Quicken Loans said in
Martin Truex Jr. Martin Truex Jr. overcomes early flat tire to win Coca-Cola 600 for second time in 4 yearsUSA TODAY SportsCONCORD, N.C. — Martin Truex Jr. gave team owner Joe Gibbs another reason to celebrate at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Truex overcame an early flat tire after hitting the wall, then broke to the front on
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoMartin Truex Jr. Truex overcomes early problems to win Coca-Cola 600USA TODAY SportsCONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Martin Truex Jr. gave team owner Joe Gibbs another reason to celebrate at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Truex overcame an early flat tire after hitting the wall, then broke to the front
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoLas Vegas Aces WNBA favorite Aces top Sparks, 83-70, to start seasonUSA TODAY SportsLAS VEGAS (AP) — Prior to the Las Vegas Aces re-signing reserve forward Dearica Hamby to a three-year contract, she sat with coach and president of basketball operations Bill Laimbeer for a heart-to-heart.
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSt. Louis Cardinals McCann's bases-loaded walk lifts Braves past Cardinals in 10USA TODAY SportsST. LOUIS (AP) — Ozzie Albies was not about to back down. The Atlanta infielder finished a 10-pitch at-bat by singling in the tying run in the ninth inning to kick-start the Braves to a 4-3, 10-inning
Dan Gilbert Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert hospitalized with stroke symptomsUSA TODAY Sports - Matt EppersCleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert was hospitalized Sunday after reportedly suffering symptoms of a stroke in Detroit. The 57-year-old Gilbert was taken to Royal Oak Beaumont Hospital early Sunday where
J. J. Watt J.J. Watt announces engagement to Kealia Ohai with social media postUSA TODAY Sports - Jim ReinekingA sports power couple took their relationship to the next level during Memorial Day weekend. Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt popped the question to girlfriend Kealia Ohai. And, Ohai said yes, Watt
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoLos Angeles Angels Trout homers, Angels rally for 6 in 7th to edge Rangers 7-6USA TODAY SportsANAHEIM (AP) — Mike Trout is feeling better in the batter's box than he has all year. The two-time MVP homered and drove in two runs to help the Los Angeles Angels erase a four-run deficit Sunday in a
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Riquna Williams not distracted by court caseUSA TODAY SportsNEW YORK (AP) — Los Angeles guard Riquna Williams is focused on the upcoming season, not her court case. "I'm just thankful to have the opportunity again, from coach (Derek) Fisher and (general manager)
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Earthquakes' Wondolowski scores 149th and 150th MLS goalsUSA TODAY SportsTORONTO (AP) — Chris Wondolowski scored his 149th and 150th MLS goals in the San Jose Earthquakes' 2-1 victory over Toronto FC on Sunday night. The MLS career goals leader scored both from close range.
Hawaii California man, 65, swimming off Maui killed in Hawaii's first fatal shark attack since 2015USA TODAY - Kristin LamA California man died Saturday in Hawaii's first fatal shark attack since 2015, prompting officials to post shark warning signs. The 65-year-old was swimming about 60 yards from the shore of Ka’anapali
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoEarthquakes Wondolowski scores 149th, 150th goals; Earthquakes winUSA TODAY SportsTORONTO (AP) — Chris Wondolowski scored his 149th and 150th MLS goals in the San Jose Earthquakes' 2-1 victory over Toronto FC on Sunday night. The MLS career goals leader scored both from close range.
Sports Simon Pagenaud achieves the dream he always knew he could: Indianapolis 500 immortalityUSA TODAY Sports - Jim AyelloEach and every time he could have faded away, he refused. He persevered, envisioned success, then swiftly attained it. His historic victory at Sunday's 103rd running of the Indianapolis 500 was no different.
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports 6 SEC schools among 16 regional hosts for NCAA TournamentUSA TODAY SportsOMAHA, Neb. (AP) — LSU will host a regional in the NCAA baseball tournament for the 26th time, while West Virginia was selected as a first-time host Sunday. The 16 teams announced as hosts have locked
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Red Sox beat Verlander, Astros 4-1 to avoid 3-game sweepUSA TODAY SportsHOUSTON (AP) — Rafael Devers homered off Justin Verlander, and the Boston Red Sox took advantage of two errors by the Houston Astros to avoid a series sweep with a 4-1 victory Sunday. Eduardo Rodriguez
