The U.S. government announced Operation Khanjar on Thursday, the largest and fastest-moving Marine operation since the invasion of Fallujah, Iraq, in 2004.

MARION -- State police officials have a message for drivers this holiday weekend: Simply put, don't drink and drive.

Former Anna-Jonesboro standout Lucas Hileman recently completed his first baseball season with the Baylor Bears, and the freshman saw a fair amount of playing time for the Big 12 squad.

There actually is a "Fix a Leak Week" to save water, but you should pay attention to conserving an increasingly scarce resource more than just one week a year.

MCLEANSBORO-Hamilton Memorial Hospital has finished phase one of its $18.5 million expansion and renovation project, opening some of the new facilities to the public last week.

SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK - Less than an hour west of the megalopolis surrounding Washington, D.C., lies Shenandoah National Park, which stretches across the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Spain is one of the most diverse and visually stunning nations of Europe. As you plan your trip, you may find yourself overwhelmed by the number of fascinating sights, beautiful landscapes, and charming towns to fit into your limited time. So let us give you a hand. We've scoured the country in search of the best places and experiences, and we've chosen our favorites, admittedly very personal and opinionated choices.

EDITOR'S NOTE: Iranian authorities have barred journalists for international news organizations from reporting on the streets and ordered them to stay in their offices. This report is based on the accounts of witnesses reached in Iran and official statements carried on Iranian media.

ST. PAUL, Minn. - When Chicago would no longer give him a long-term contract, Martin Havlat turned his focus to Minnesota.