After a slow start, Republican presidential prospects are streaming into Iowa, the leadoff presidential caucus state.

The New Orleans police chief says a teenager died and four other people were wounded – including a 4-year-old girl – when gunfire broke out during a Mardi Gras parade Sunday night.

The 6.4-magnitude quake toppled more buildings in parts of Turkey laid waste two weeks ago by a massive quake that killed tens of thousands.

Precipitation in the city of Sao Sebastiao had surpassed 23.6 inches during a 24-hour period over the weekend.