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Can immigration reform pass? Five senators to watch.

Immigration reform will pass the Senate before the Fourth of July, Senate majority leader Harry Reid (D) of Nevada has vowed. Here are five key senators (or groups of senators) that will be pivotal during the two weeks of debate.

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'The importance of light when we see darkness'

A Christian Science perspective: Finding God's care in the face of violence.
Conceal-carry: Heeding court, Illinois becomes 50th state to allow it

Both chambers of the Illinois legislature on Tuesday overrode a veto on the matter by Gov. Pat Quinn. About 300,000 residents could apply for conceal-carry permits, although some details of the law have to be worked out first.
USA Update Joey Chestnut triumphs, again, at Nathan's annual hot dog pig-out

Joey Chestnut, aka 'Jaws,' a seven-time winner (a record), maxes out at 69 hot dogs in 10 minutes (another record). In the women's competition, Sonya Thomas, at 36-3/4 dogs, edged out the No. 2 by a bite.
US economy gains a robust 195,000 jobs, topping expectations (+video)

Friday's jobs report shows the US economy added 195,000 jobs in June, while the unemployment rate was unchanged at 7.6 percent. There's no sign yet of a drag from Washington's sequestration.
Fourth of July accident involving fireworks in California injures dozens (+video)

Fourth of July accident: A platform containing fireworks for a California Fourth of July celebration tipped over and shot the pyrotechnics into the crowd. The Fourth of July accident resulted in numerous injuries, but no fatalities.
Fourth of July events: how cities are beefing up security post Boston Marathon

This Fourth of July, Detroit’s RiverWalk, where many people usually watch the fireworks, will be closed. Atlanta, meanwhile, has a multi-agency operations center that will allow various officials to combine efforts.
Statue of Liberty reopens on Independence Day (+video)

The Statue of Liberty reopening was a sign of recovery as the nation used the day to celebrate its independence in a wide variety of ways — from fireworks tributes to fallen firefighters to parades, concerts, and hot-dog eating contests.
Want July 4 fireworks? Pass the hat.

Many cities, strapped for cash, are turning to donors to fund their July 4 celebrations.
July 4 protests target NSA surveillance as Fourth Amendment violations (+video)

This year, on the Fourth, a coalition of activists is rallying to the cry of 'Restore the Fourth,' as in Amendment. Protests both digital and physical are planned against NSA surveillance programs.
Energy Voices Why oil prices rise on Egypt unrest (+video)

Oil prices spiked above $102 a barrel Wednesday as protesters poured into the streets of Cairo and the Egyptian military ousted President Mohammed Morsi. Egypt is critical to regional oil transportation and has investors worried that protests could spread elsewhere in the region.
Fourth of July fireworks: Prep your dog for its least favorite holiday

Fourth of July fireworks, while bringing wonderment to adult and child alike, are terrifying for dogs. How can you get your canine ready for the explosive night?
Fourth of July picnic price per person in 2013: $6

A Fourth of July picnic - the burgers, hot dogs, spare ribs, watermelon, corn chips, potato salad, lemonade - will cost about $6 per person.
Energy Voices Fourth of July travel: Gas prices drop for Independence Day (+video)

Fourth of July celebrations just got a bit more festive with a recent drop in gas prices. If it lasts much beyond the Fourth of July will depend on turmoil in Egypt and across the Middle East, the economy, and especially hurricane season.
Sounding the depths of freedom

A Christian Science perspective: Fourth of July festivities bring to mind what lies behind true freedom.
Stir It Up! Fourth of July fruit tart

Put your pie or tart dough scraps to work. Turn them into star-spangled toppers with patriotic flair.
Saving Money Independence Day sales: Save on electronics, furniture, and more.

From mattresses to patio furniture, save money at Sears, Newegg, and other retailers this week by taking advantage of Independence Day sales.
Stir It Up! Fourth of July recipe: Red velvet flag brownies

Celebrate Fourth of July with these festive and fun flag brownies. Red velvet serves as the base and a creamy frosting provides the perfect combination for red, white, and blue!
Stir It Up! Fourth of July supper: New England poached salmon

Fourth of July marks the day the Declaration of Independence was read out over the streets of Boston. Many New Englanders mark Fourth of July with a meal of poached salmon
The Monitor's View Don't bemoan Washington's bogland

With Congress in gridlock on issues like guns, immigration, and energy, Americans turn to states, cities, and private groups for action. This spirit of community and problem-solving will inevitably find its expression somewhere.
Decoder Wire Why Bill O'Reilly now supports immigration reform

Bill O'Reilly announced his support for the immigration reform bill on his Fox News show Thursday night, in light of a border-security compromise that has been struck.
Can immigration reform pass? Five senators to watch.

Immigration reform will pass the Senate before the Fourth of July, Senate majority leader Harry Reid (D) of Nevada has vowed. Here are five key senators (or groups of senators) that will be pivotal during the two weeks of debate.
Krispy Kreme Sloppy Joe? Not ours, says doughnut chain.

Krispy Kreme Sloppy Joe debuted in California over the weekend, but Krispy Kreme has nothing to do with the sandwich. The Sloppy Joe is the brainchild of a California chef known for deep-frying everything from Twinkies to Kool-Aid.
Spring storm brings ice and snow, sure, but why tornadoes?

A record-setting spring storm has killed three people, downed power lines, snapped large trees, and closed roads, schools, and businesses across the Midwest and Southeast.
Thomas Jefferson

Biographer Jon Meacham captures Thomas Jefferson as a person, not just a historical figure.
'Superstorm' Sandy: Assessing the damage the morning after (+video)

Sandy, no longer a hurricane, but still huge, killed at least 16 people in seven states, cut power to more than 7.4 million homes and businesses from the Carolinas to Ohio, caused scares at two nuclear power plants, and stopped the presidential campaign cold.