Bee-killing pesticides could be banned in Minnesota under new bill
The measure was created in response to the decline in pollinator population. February 18, 2020, 4:51 PM 4 min read…
Trump announces pardons for several high-profile individuals
Former NYC police commissioner Bernie Kerik was among those receiving pardons. February 18, 2020, 8:44 PM 5 min read President…
Weinstein trial jurors ask for clarification of charges, blueprint of apartment
Within the first hour of deliberations, the Weinstein jury sent a note to the judge, asking for legal clarification of…
Shooting victim alleges Miami hospital missed bullet in her head and sent her home
A Miami woman initially counted herself blessed for having survived a drive-by shooting with what she alleges a doctor told…
Macao casinos set to reopen after being shuttered amid coronavirus outbreak
Casinos at the world’s biggest gambling hub have been shuttered since Feb. 5. February 17, 2020, 4:04 PM 4 min…
Stacey Abrams ‘absolutely’ wants to run for president one day, but says she’d accept a VP slot in 2020
Stacey Abrams, the former Georgia gubernatorial candidate who’s now focusing on tackling voter suppression head on, said she “absolutely” sees…
More than 1,100 former DOJ officials call on William Barr to resign
Last week Barr told ABC News, Trump’s tweets make doing his job “impossible.” February 17, 2020, 4:51 PM 4 min…
DNC unveils qualifications for last Democratic debate ahead of South Carolina primary
It is also the final debate before the candidates compete on Super Tuesday. February 15, 2020, 10:47 PM 7 min…
Moderate Democrats worried about Sanders surge in 2020 field
The strong showing by Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders in the Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire primary has moderate Democrats on…
Celebrity attorney Michael Avenatti convicted in Nike extortion case
He faces additional federal charges in New York and Los Angeles. February 14, 2020, 11:52 PM 5 min read A…
Ohio county may need a second morgue to handle drug overdose deaths, coroner says
Franklin County experienced 10 overdose deaths on one day. February 12, 2020, 8:53 PM 5 min read Drug overdose deaths…
Iowa Democratic Party chairman resigns in wake of caucus chaos
Troy Price submitted his resignation letter on Wednesday. February 12, 2020, 11:18 PM 3 min read Troy Price, chair of…
Senate poised to pass resolution to curb Trump’s war authority on Iran
“This should not be controversial,” GOP senator says of war powers resolution. February 12, 2020, 10:55 PM 6 min read…
Missouri police officer told to ‘tone down your gayness’ reaches $10 million settlement, gets promotion
Keith Wildhaber reached a settlement as the chief announced his retirement. February 11, 2020, 6:52 PM 7 min read A…
British Airways flight breaks transatlantic speed record
The plane traveled from New York to London in 4 hours, 56 minutes. February 9, 2020, 10:16 PM 4 min…
2 US and 1 Afghan service members killed, 6 wounded in Afghanistan attack
The firefight is being investigated as a possible insider attack. February 9, 2020, 7:14 PM 5 min read The Pentagon…
Klobuchar hits $2M in fundraising less than 24 hours after the ABC News Democratic debate
It marks the campaign’s most successful post-debate fundraising haul. February 8, 2020, 9:08 PM 6 min read DURHAM, N.H. —…
Ukraine expert Vindman, who testified in impeachment inquiry, escorted out of White House: Lawyer
“You think I’m supposed to be happy with him?” the president said. “I’m not.” February 8, 2020, 12:01 AM 6…
ABC News Democratic debate live updates: Candidates face off after chaos mars Iowa results
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Iowa’s final results from the first contest of the presidential cycle remain unclear, despite reaching 100% of…
Leader of al-Qaida affiliate in Yemen killed in US operation: White House
President Donald Trump hinted at al-Rimi’s death over the weekend on Twitter. February 7, 2020, 12:35 AM 4 min read…
Opera board member leaves $45M after she died, largest gift in US opera history
Phyllis Hernden Brissenden left the largest gift the organization has received. February 6, 2020, 4:46 PM 7 min read A…
Speaker Pelosi fires back at President Trump, says she prays ‘very hard’ for him
“He’s impeached forever. You’re never getting rid of that scar,” she said. February 6, 2020, 6:55 PM 7 min read…
Trump declares victory over impeachment: ‘It was evil’
President Donald Trump declared victory over impeachment at a rambling self-congratulatory White House event Thursday — carried live on national…
White House asks scientists to investigate origins of coronavirus
The coronavirus has killed hundreds of people in China. February 6, 2020, 10:35 PM 6 min read The White House…
2 murders linked to Mexico’s famed monarch butterfly sanctuary
A murder mystery is unfolding in one of the world’s most mysterious wildlife spots after two nature activists who worked…
Iowa caucus results delay ignites debate over state’s status as ‘first-in-the-nation’
Caucus critics say Monday’s messy process should hasten the case for change. February 4, 2020, 9:28 PM 6 min read…
Trump campaign working to cash in ahead of the State of the Union
The fundraising effort is raising eyebrows with watchdog groups. February 4, 2020, 6:17 PM 4 min read President Donald Trump’s…
As senators announce votes to acquit or convict Trump, all eyes on moderates
They’re making speeches to explain their thinking before Wednesdays final vote. February 4, 2020, 6:14 PM 5 min read Senate…
President Trump to deliver State of the Union on eve of expected acquittal
On the eve of his all-but-certain impeachment acquittal in the Senate, President Donald Trump is set to head to the…
Iowa Democratic Party anticipates releasing the majority of caucus results Tuesday
Iowa’s caucusgoers were without results late Monday night and into Tuesday. February 4, 2020, 5:45 PM 2 min read The…
Doctor confronts Vice President Mike Pence over Medicaid cuts in Iowa
“They’re just making things up,” the doctor said of the Trump administration. February 1, 2020, 11:08 PM 6 min read…
High flu activity spreads across US as virus claims 14 more children
Full season is in full swing, with nearly every state reporting high influenza activity and 14 more children dying this…
US declares public health emergency over coronavirus, announces temporary travel ban
Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar declared a public health emergency in the United States at a White…
Oldest son makes tearful plea to mom of 2 missing Idaho kids after she fails to bring them to police
The oldest son of a mother at the center of a missing children’s case is pleading with her to do…
Trump administration expands travel ban to Nigeria and 5 other countries
The restrictions are set to take effect next month. January 31, 2020, 11:42 PM 5 min read President Donald Trump…
Trump impeachment trial: Senate votes no to witnesses, acquittal vote Wednesday
Senate votes 51-49 against allowing witnesses at Trump impeachment trial The Democratic defeat comes even with a new Bolton bombshell…
‘One of the worst incidents in American history’: Family of handcuffed man fatally shot by officer demands justice
The mother and two children of an African American man killed when he was shot seven times by a Maryland…
Wreck found believed to be 95-year-old ship that vanished near Bermuda Triangle
The ship was carrying 32 passengers, whose bodies have never been found. January 30, 2020, 7:14 PM 5 min read…
Pentagon says Trump ‘very concerned’ about brain injury victims from Iran attack
Esper said he spoke to Trump, and he “understands the nature of these injuries.” January 30, 2020, 8:53 PM 7…
New solar telescope produces images of sun’s surface with ‘unprecedented detail’
The telescope will help collect the most solar information “since Galileo.” January 30, 2020, 3:35 PM 4 min read The…
States sue federal government to enact Equal Rights Amendment
Nevada, Illinois and Virginia AGs contend adoptions are valid. January 30, 2020, 5:36 PM 5 min read The nearly centurylong…
Grandfather does not believe mom will bring missing Idaho kids to police
As the court-ordered deadline looms for an Idaho mother to physically present her two missing children to authorities, a family…
World Health Organization to decide whether new coronavirus is a global health emergency
WHO will meet on whether to declare a public health emergency Thursday. January 30, 2020, 4:39 PM 6 min read…
Dow Jones sinks more than 400 points amid coronavirus uncertainty
Global stocks slid Monday as coronavirus cases jumped up worldwide. January 27, 2020, 3:22 PM 4 min read The Dow…
Key GOP senators express new support for witnesses following Bolton book report
Republican senators faced new pressure from Democrats on Monday to allow witnesses in the Senate impeachment trial of President Donald…
At least 8 people killed in massive fire that destroyed 35 boats at Alabama dock
The fire broke out at Jackson County Park in Scottsboro, Alabama. January 27, 2020, 6:52 PM 6 min read At…
US military aircraft crashes in Afghanistan
Taliban claims that additional U.S. aircraft had crashed were called “false.” January 27, 2020, 7:26 PM 4 min read A…
Trump impeachment trial live updates: President’s defense team attacks Bidens
Revelations in Bolton book rock Senate impeachment trial amid 2nd day of Trump legal team arguments GOP’s Romney wants to…
Supreme Court allows rule to turn away immigrants who may need public assistance
The so-called “public charge” rule makes it easier to reject poor immigrants. January 27, 2020, 9:58 PM 5 min read…
Trump impeachment trial live updates: Bolton bombshell rocks Senate on witness question
Revelations in Bolton book rock Senate impeachment trial amid 2nd day of Trump legal team arguments GOP’s Romney wants to…
Senate impeachment trial live updates: Democrats make their case against Trump
-House managers begin 3 days of opening arguments -The president’s lawyers make no motion to dismiss the charges -Senate Minority…
The Senate impeachment trial so far: 3 things to know
Partisanship gripped Congress on Tuesday as Senate Republicans and Democrats clashed on the rules governing the impeachment trial of President…
Thousands of armed protesters turn out for Trump-supported gun rally
Armed with rifles, tactical gear and homemade posters, thousands of gun rights activists hit the streets of Richmond, Virginia, Monday…
House impeachment managers file case brief against Trump ahead of Senate trial
The managers say the “facts are indisputable, and the evidence is overwhelming.” January 19, 2020, 12:34 AM 5 min read…
Australian wildfires prompt $11,000 fine for tossing lit cigarette out of car
The penalty comes amid bushfires that have decimated some of the country. January 18, 2020, 10:45 AM 4 min read…