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The last time the monument's height was measured was in 1999. And with scaffolding in place for earthquake repairs, engineers have a rare opportunity to take official measurements of the iconic obelisk.

Also making headlines: a new accuser steps forward in the Penn State scandal; former Russian leader Mikhail Gorbachev says new elections should be held because of fraud; climate talks may stall.

Also: The Texas church where a mass shooting occurred last Sunday will be demolished; Puerto Rico loses most of its power again; and pigeon racing is popular in Cuba.

Also: Kenya's Supreme Court overturns the country's presidential election; thousands of Muslims are trying to flee Myanmar; and a North Carolina group is planning a "Bigfoot" festival.

Both Illinois and Wisconsin made the top third in a recent ranking of states on energy efficiency.For National Energy Awareness Month this month,…

Also: Immigration bill to be unveiled soon; Dish bids $25.5 billion for Sprint; a nice guy finishes first at the Masters; and it's tax day.

Also: French magazine ordered not to republish or distribute topless photos of Kate Middleton; Chicago teachers' union to vote on contract; 132 inmates escape Mexican prison near border with Texas.

Also: Inaugural aftermath; it's Election Day in Israel; 'Roe v. Wade' turns 40.

Also: Opening statements due in trial of George Zimmerman for death of Trayvon Martin; NSA leader Edward Snowden thought to still be in Russia; another large wildfire continues to spread in Colorado.