• Prominent U.S. playwright arrested in Japan for alleged ecstasy smuggling

  

• California unveils online portal to report allegations of misconduct by federal agents

  

• Minn. WWII veteran recounts witnessing Japan peace treaty signing

  

• Pittsburgh-themed bell unveiled at Heinz History Center

  

• North Texas tap group turns 40 and keeps the beat alive

  

• Megan Moroney is bringing her Cloud 9 Tour to PPG Paints Arena next summer

  

• Holiday celebration brings comfort to families at Philly Ronald McDonald House

  

• Book excerpt: "My Beloved" by Jan Karon