GOP’s McCarthy wants Pelosi to call House back to Washington to address Afghanistan
House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy called on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to bring the lower chamber back to Washington early…
Airplane mechanic who pleaded guilty in Michigan governor kidnapping plot to be sentenced
Fourteen men are accused of plotting to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. August 25, 2021, 7:56 PM • 5 min read…
Fact Check Friday: Trump on ‘law and order’ and protests
Washington, D.C. — The president has made “law and order” a central theme of his reelection pitch. As his outgoing…
RNC 2020 Live: Melania Trump headlines from Rose Garden, Pompeo to speak from overseas trip
A partially virtual Republican National Convention continues Tuesday under the theme “Land of Opportunity” where President Donald Trump will make…
Secret Service escorts Trump from briefing room after shooting outside White House
The president was interrupted mid-sentence when an agent whispered to him. August 11, 2020, 3:51 AM 9 min read Share…
History made as first African American general leads one of the military services
Gen. Charles Brown is the new Air Force chief of staff. August 6, 2020, 8:33 PM 8 min read Share…
Beirut in crisis after deadly explosion. Here’s how you can help
In the wake of the massive explosion in Beirut that killed at least 135 and injured around 5,000, officials in…
‘Alarming’ rate of cyberattacks aimed at major corporations, governments and critical infrastructure amid COVID-19: Report
Interpol says that attackers have switched focus away from individuals. August 4, 2020, 5:20 PM 4 min read Share to…
Trump says US efforts ‘working very well’ as coronavirus death trends continue upward
In an interview with Axios, Trump said the COVID-19 death toll “is what it is.” August 4, 2020, 11:36 PM…
Senate passes legislation aimed at protecting Olympic athletes from assault
The bill follows an investigation into abuse by former doctor Larry Nassar. August 4, 2020, 8:55 PM 7 min read…
Tuesday’s primaries across 5 states: 5 things to watch
The drama of another primary day arrives on Tuesday, and in many ways, the contests across five states that stretch…
SOS message saves men stranded on tiny, uninhabited island
They had been missing for nearly three days. August 4, 2020, 3:08 PM 4 min read LONDON — Three men…
Hearings for Chad Daybell, charged after missing Idaho kids found dead on his property, resume
The children were last seen in September and found dead in June. August 4, 2020, 3:58 PM 5 min read…
Citing his focus on the coronavirus, Trump says he won’t throw out 1st pitch at Yankee Stadium next month
Trump says he’s postponed his appearance to focus on the coronavirus pandemic. July 27, 2020, 2:47 AM 5 min read…
Missouri health officials call for ‘aggressive actions’ as COVID-19 cases rise
Missouri health officials are urging residents to take “aggressive actions” following nearly a week in which daily COVID-19 cases have…
3 cities kept schools open during the 1918 pandemic. Experts say 2020 is different.
When the influenza pandemic struck America in 1918, most cities responded with measures that included closing schools. Yet three cities…
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum goes against GOP, condemns anti-LGBTQ resolution
He delivered a rebuke against an anti-LGBTQ resolution passed by GOP leaders. July 25, 2020, 12:13 AM 5 min read…
Nearly 16,000 restaurants have closed permanently due to the pandemic, Yelp data shows
There have been 26,160 total restaurant closures. July 25, 2020, 1:19 AM 10 min read Share to FacebookShare to TwitterEmail…
Teen sentenced to life in prison for May 2019 school shooting
A 17-year-old transgender teen who told investigators he launched a deadly school shooting in retaliation for being bullied over his…
Foreign adversaries ‘seeking to compromise’ presidential campaigns, election infrastructure: Intel
Efforts to interfere with “private communications” of campaigns were noted. July 24, 2020, 8:17 PM 5 min read Share to…
Trump reverses on convention, masks, briefings
It has been a week of reversals and political reality checks at the White House. After months of trying to…
Fauci, Redfield and Giroir to testify before Coronavirus panel as pandemic worsens
Dr. Fauci and President Trump’s relationship faces continued scrutiny. July 23, 2020, 1:07 AM 7 min read Share to FacebookShare…
Senate GOP supports another round of stimulus checks to Americans: McConnell
The Majority Leader announced the move as talks began on a new relief package. July 21, 2020, 2:47 PM 3…
AG, governor want case against gun-wielding couple dropped
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson said he would consider pardoning the couple. July 21, 2020, 4:48 PM 5 min read Share…
City council passes resolution calling for independent investigation into Elijah McClain death
City council members in Aurora, Colorado, unanimously passed a resolution Monday evening allowing for an “independent, unbiased” investigation into the…
Will ‘get worse before it gets better’: Trump at 1st coronavirus briefing in nearly 3 months
He also advised Americans to “get a mask, wear a mask.” July 21, 2020, 9:30 PM 5 min read Share…
Former Minneapolis officers charged in the death of George Floyd to appear in court
The hearing will address the judge’s gag order and body-camera footage. July 21, 2020, 8:31 PM 5 min read Share…
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez reportedly accosted by male Republican lawmaker on Capitol steps
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer is calling for GOP Rep. Ted Yoho of Florida to be sanctioned by Congress after…
Oxford coronavirus vaccine generates promising Phase 1/2 results: Study
A team of scientists at the University of Oxford released promising results showing their COVID-19 vaccine appears safe in an…
Administration seeks to zero out CDC, NIH funding in coronavirus relief bill: Sources
The Trump administration is seeking to phase out funding for coronavirus testing and contact tracing, as well as funds for…
Kanye West kicks off 1st presidential campaign event in South Carolina
The state deadline to file as an independent candidate is Monday. July 19, 2020, 8:58 PM 6 min read Share…
Schools the latest battleground in fight over mandatory masks
In Illinois, where the governor is suing to mandate face coverings in schools, at least one private school says it…
Democrats consider filibuster rule change in 2021 if they take Senate, White House
Democrats, increasingly hopeful they can retake the White House and Senate in November, are discussing changing Senate rules to pass…
Troubling video appears to show Oklahoma police zap man dozens of times before death
Officers Joshua Taylor and Brandon Dingman have been charged with murder. July 15, 2020, 2:01 AM 7 min read Disturbing…
White California man charged with hate crime in car attack on Black people
The incident left two people, including an armed security guard, injured. July 14, 2020, 6:27 PM 6 min read A…
As Trump sends mixed messages on coronavirus, some loyal supporters cling to conspiracy theories
With coronavirus cases surging around the country, President Donald Trump has continued to cast doubt on health officials and his…
Judge rejects $19 million settlement for Weinstein victims
Some victims contended the payment was too low. July 14, 2020, 8:19 PM 5 min read Share to FacebookShare to…
Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s alleged recruiter, pleads not guilty
The judge set a trial date for July 12, 2021. July 14, 2020, 6:18 PM 7 min read Share to…
Tech CEO seen on camera barraging Asian family with racist rant has resigned
After his outburst went viral, Michael Lofthouse is no longer CEO of Solid8. July 13, 2020, 2:36 PM 6 min…
Judge halts 1st federal execution in nearly 2 decades
A D.C. District Court judge has halted the first federal execution in 17 years. Judge Tanya Chutkan, an Obama appointee,…
New York legislators introduce bill to require liability insurance for police
Insurance companies would be liable for costs related to misconduct. July 13, 2020, 8:16 PM 4 min read Doctors are…
Georgia’s 6-week abortion ban officially struck down
Ruling comes weeks after major Supreme Court decision. July 13, 2020, 9:10 PM 6 min read Share to FacebookShare to…
Too little too late: The story of how Florida shattered the country’s single-day COVID record
Florida shattered the nation’s record for new daily coronavirus cases this week, logging 15,000 new COVID-19 infections in a single…
Death of Robert Fuller, Black man found hanging in a tree, confirmed as suicide
Officials said there was no signs of a struggle in the June 10 death. July 9, 2020, 10:24 PM 4…
Seoul Mayor Park Won-soon found dead after being reported missing
Mayor Park Won-soon was reported missing by his daughter. July 9, 2020, 6:22 PM 5 min read Share to FacebookShare…
Starbucks will require masks for customers at all US locations
The Seattle-based coffee chain will require facial coverings starting July 15. July 9, 2020, 6:55 PM 4 min read Share…
Top Pentagon officials say Russian bounty program not corroborated
Secretary Esper and Gen. Milley said the reports are still being looked at. July 9, 2020, 11:33 PM 8 min…
Russia accuses former defense reporter of treason in growing crackdown on journalists
The arrest of a highly regarded former journalist has set off major outcry among independent media outlets in Russia, which…
Supreme Court allows Trump to exempt employers from Obamacare birth control mandate
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled 7-2 upholding President Donald Trump‘s move to let more employers opt-out of the…
Trump impeachment key witness Alexander Vindman retiring from military citing ‘campaign of bullying’
Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, a key witness in President Donald Trump‘s impeachment inquiry, said in a tweet Wednesday he is…
Asymptomatic and presymptomatic people transmit most COVID-19 infections: Study
Understanding silent infections may be key to controlling the virus’ spread. July 8, 2020, 9:02 PM 4 min read Share…
New Yorkers ‘no longer trust the police,’ state attorney general says
Two weeks of protests and unrest in New York City after the death of George Floyd only intensified the overwhelming…
Unfair policing of African Americans a ‘widespread phenomenon,’ Attorney General Barr says
Amid nationwide unrest and frustration with law enforcement, Attorney General William Barr on Wednesday acknowledged that communities of color are…
After 13 tons of human hair products seized, US warns about importing from Xinjiang, China
Authorities in New York seized about $800,000 worth imported goods from China. July 4, 2020, 6:10 PM 4 min read…
Small, outdoor gatherings key to limiting coronavirus risk this 4th of July, experts say
“Any activity that you do is going to have some risk.” July 3, 2020, 12:22 PM 7 min read Share…
You don’t need symptoms to get tested, CDC director tells ABC News
The latest recommendation comes as Trump invites crowds to celebrate July 4. July 3, 2020, 8:12 PM 7 min read…
Police reformers push for de-escalation training, but the jury is out on its effectiveness
De-escalation training. It’s on the tip of the tongue of both police departments and reformers — the idea that officers…
Top intel officials brief Pelosi, congressional leaders on reported Russian bounty on US troops
President Donald Trump has called the reported bounties a ‘hoax.” July 2, 2020, 8:09 PM 7 min read Share to…
FBI warns of fraudulent COVID-19 antibody tests
It is only one of the virus-related scams noted recently. June 30, 2020, 4:03 PM 5 min read 5 min…
Dems say Russia bounty intel is ‘red flag’ that Trump-Putin relationship could be compromised
Following a White House briefing Tuesday morning regarding reports that Russia offered bounties to the Taliban to kill U.S. military…