National/World

One investment strategist says the banking sector may be returning to normal, but the economy isn't.

A spokeswoman says the 87-year-old former first lady will be hospitalized for several days after suffering a broken pelvis in a fall at her home last week.

Nissan Motor Co. is recalling more than 200,000 vehicles to fix a sensor system that could affect the front air bag in the car's passenger side.

Vice President Dick Cheney has had his heart returned to normal rhythm after experiencing an abnormal heartbeat.

President Bush says the federal plan to buy up shares in U.S. banks is a temporary solution aimed at easing the current economic crisis.

Flames are still burning awfully close to some Los Angeles-area homes, but calm winds have been a big help to firefighters and a big relief to homeowners this morning.

Government data show retail sales fell off a cliff in September, plunging by the largest amount in two years.

The Bush administration is requiring smaller school buses to be equipped with three-point, lap-and-shoulder seat belts for the first time.

Casey Anthony made her initial court appearance on charges that she murdered her missing 3-year-old daughter, Caylee.

Many Americans buy bottled water because they think it's purer than tap water, but a new study may surprise them.