Dawn of Orion: NASA launch opens new era in space

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) - NASA's new Orion spacecraft streaked into orbit this morning on a high-stakes test flight meant to usher in a new era of human exploration leading ultimately to Mars. The unmanned journey began with a sunrise liftoff witnessed by thousands of NASA guests. Parts of the spacecraft peeled away exactly as planned, falling back toward Earth as onboard cameras provided stunning views of our blue, cloud-covered planet.