National Archives apologizes for altering image critical of Trump
“We made a mistake,” the National Archives said in a statement. January 18, 2020, 10:31 PM 5 min read The…
Meet Hulk, the puppy who was born bright green
The white German Shepherd puppy was born green and has since turned yellow. January 16, 2020, 3:10 PM 4 min…
Thousands of Twitter replies challenge Stephen King’s tweet on diversity in art
The famed author said he would “never consider diversity in matters of art.” January 16, 2020, 5:02 PM 8 min…
Rep. Ayanna Pressley reveals she has alopecia in new interview
She said she hopes to come to terms with her condition by going public. January 16, 2020, 11:23 PM 4…
President Trump issues guidance asserting students’ right to pray in public schools
President Donald Trump issued new guidance on Thursday, asserting a First Amendment right of students to pray in public schools…
Senators remain gripped by partisanship as Trump’s impeachment trial begins
U.S. senators settled into their political foxholes on Thursday upon the kickoff of President Donald Trump’s historic impeachment trial, saying…
MLB suspends Houston Astros GM, manager for sign-stealing in 2017 World Series
Major League Baseball handed down stiff penalties to the Houston Astros organization on Monday for stealing signs during the 2017…
House investigators given contents of Giuliani associate’s cell phones: Lawyer
Lev Parnas has cooperated with House impeachment investigators since November. January 13, 2020, 6:06 PM 4 min read Lev Parnas,…
First case of new mystery virus identified outside of China
A Chinese tourist was hospitalized in Thailand. January 13, 2020, 6:00 PM 5 min read A case of the mysterious…
Majority of Americans disapprove of Trump’s handling of Iran, feel less safe after strike: POLL
The results come from a new ABC News/Ipsos poll. January 12, 2020, 12:00 PM 7 min read In a week…
‘We’re not going to cut and run’: National security adviser on embassy threats
Trump said the “imminent” threat included plans targeting against four embassies January 12, 2020, 5:06 PM 7 min read The…
Human rights organization head denied entry into Hong Kong
Human Rights Watch said authorities did not provide a reason for the denial. January 12, 2020, 8:56 PM 4 min…
College student diagnosed with measles visited restaurants, retail stores, airport
Anyone who visited those locations could have been exposed to the disease. January 10, 2020, 10:00 PM 3 min read…
Trump administration announces completion of 100 miles of border wall construction
With 100 miles done, DHS said it will build three times as many in 2020. January 10, 2020, 9:12 PM…
Pompeo, Mnuchin detail new sanctions on top Iranian officials
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin detailed new sanctions on Iran at the White House Friday…
Pelosi plans to send impeachment articles to Senate next week
It’s been more than three weeks since the House passed the impeachment charges. January 10, 2020, 6:10 PM 4 min…
Election security officials brace for possible Iran cyber retaliation
With tensions between Washington and Tehran on the rise, election security officials are warning of possible retaliation from Iran in…
House Democrats pass measure limiting Trump’s war powers against Iran
The House on Thursday approved a War Powers resolution Democrats said would limit President Donald Trump‘s ability to take military…
New bill wants to force student-athletes in Tennessee to play as gender identified at birth
The legislation also creates consequences for schools who don’t comply. January 7, 2020, 4:05 PM 4 min read The new…
Pompeo defends strike on Iranian general amid scrutiny over security threat
Iranian Gen. Qassem Soleimani was killed in a U.S. drone strike last week. January 7, 2020, 8:03 PM 6 min…
Tokyo prosecutors issue arrest warrant for Nissan ex-chair Carlos Ghosn’s wife
The former Nissan executive jumped bail and dramatically fled Japan last week. January 7, 2020, 7:14 PM 5 min read…
In reversal, prosecutors recommend up to 6 months prison time for former Trump national security adviser Michael Flynn
Flynn had previously cooperated with prosecutors but then stopped. January 7, 2020, 8:14 PM 5 min read Federal prosecutors reversed…
The Spotted Pig restaurant owner agrees to pay $240,000 settlement to 11 accusers
The New York State attorney general announced restaurateur Ken Friedman has agreed to a six-figure settlement as part of a…
Hard Rock Hotel will not be demolished until December 2020, more than a year after deadly collapse
The bodies of two of the victims are still trapped inside the building. January 4, 2020, 8:26 PM 5 min…
Draft website crashes after Soleimani’s death, Selective Service says ‘business as usual’
The draft has not been used since the Vietnam War. January 4, 2020, 10:42 PM 5 min read The Selective…
US cities ramp up security in wake of killing of Iran’s top general
Cities around the United States are ramping up security in the wake of an American airstrike that killed Iran‘s top…
Texas restaurant apologizes for handling of employee sent home for wearing her hijab
The Chicken Express franchise manager has been with the location about a year. January 3, 2020, 11:06 PM 5 min…
Trump defends killing of Iranian general, accuses him of ‘plotting imminent and sinister attacks’ on Americans
The president said he took the action “to stop a war.” January 3, 2020, 8:43 PM 4 min read President…
Pentagon leadership confident in security of US Embassy in Baghdad, undecided about additional troop deployments
The Pentagon has deployed 100 Marines and 750 soldiers in response to protests. January 2, 2020, 5:51 PM 6 min…
Julian Castro drops out of 2020 presidential race
Democratic presidential candidate Julián Castro announced the end to his campaign on Thursday. “It’s with profound gratitude to all of…
Leaked emails on Ukraine aid freeze bolster case for witnesses at Senate trial: Schumer
Democrats on Thursday quickly seized on freshly leaked emails in which a White House budget official told the Pentagon last…
Trump administration restricts most flavored vaping cartridges but not menthol
The Trump administration on Thursday said it will effectively ban all flavors of vaping cartridges except menthol and tobacco, a…
Minimum wage to increase in more than 20 states in 2020
The minimum wage in more than 20 states and 26 cities and counties across the United States will increase starting…
Former FBI agent Peter Strzok claims government violated his privacy, free speech rights
He argues the Justice Department improperly released his text messages. December 31, 2019, 8:52 PM 7 min read Former FBI…
‘Start Here’: Hanukkah stabbing attack and shooting inside Texas church service
Here’s what you need to know to start the day. December 30, 2019, 10:02 AM 5 min read It’s Monday,…
Sen. Lisa Murkowski said she’s ‘disturbed’ by McConnell’s comments on White House coordination
“I happened to think that further confused the process,” she said. December 25, 2019, 8:04 PM 6 min read Republican…
Kevin Spacey says ‘kill them with kindness’ in another Christmas Eve video
The former “House of Cards” star has a new holiday tradition. via December 25, 2019, 10:19 PM 3 min read…
Pelosi’s decision to withhold articles of impeachment ‘bizarre’: Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis.
In response, Sen. Doug Jones, D-Ala., said Pelosi’s delay was not unfair. December 22, 2019, 4:25 PM 8 min read…
Amid impeachment, Pelosi invites Trump to give State of the Union on Feb. 4, he accepts
The House speaker extended the invitation to the president Friday. December 20, 2019, 7:27 PM 4 min read Amid the…
Trump slams evangelical publication that calls for his removal from office
The influential Christianity Today was founded by evangelist Rev. Billy Graham. December 20, 2019, 1:53 PM 5 min read President…
‘Start Here’: House votes to impeach President Trump
It’s Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019. Let’s start here. 1. Impeachment vote Splitting along party lines, the House voted on Wednesday…
‘Start Here’: House set for historic impeachment vote
It’s Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2019. Let’s start here. 1. Historic vote In a historic vote on Capitol Hill today, President…
House passes pair of funding bills to avert government shutdown
The package includes roughly $1.4 trillion in government funding. December 17, 2019, 8:06 PM 3 min read The House has…
Historic vote on articles of impeachment against President Trump lies ahead for House
The Democrat-controlled body is expected to approve articles of impeachment. December 18, 2019, 9:01 AM 7 min read The House…
Trump sends Pelosi letter railing against impeachment as ‘illegal, partisan attempted coup’
The president says he wanted his thoughts preserved for the historical record. December 17, 2019, 9:34 PM 5 min read…
Mariners told to use ‘extreme caution’ after Russian spy ship spotted off East Coast
A U.S. Navy destroyer, the USS Mahan, is shadowing the Russian ship. December 18, 2019, 12:54 AM 5 min read…
Democratic candidates join Sen. Cory Booker’s letter requesting change to debate qualifications
Eight presidential candidates have joined fellow presidential hopeful Sen. Cory Booker’s call for the Democratic National Committee to change its…
Trump accuses Democrats of ‘trivializing impeachment’ after vote on articles
Trump spoke just about an hour after the House Judiciary Committee voted. December 13, 2019, 8:30 PM 8 min read…
Pelosi on Trump impeachment articles: ‘They’re very strong’
Pelosi spoke as the House Judiciary committee debated the charges. December 12, 2019, 6:37 PM 5 min read House Speaker…
Meghan McCain on Nikki Haley’s opposing Confederate flag comments: ‘This will haunt her’
“It’s a symbol of racism,” McCain said of the Confederate flag. December 12, 2019, 7:48 PM 6 min read Former…
3 female staffers sexually harassed by top Pentagon official: IG report
The investigation began in February, after a female employee issued a complaint. December 12, 2019, 7:44 PM 6 min read…
‘Start Here’: ‘Targeted attack’ in Jersey City, UK election, and Harvey Weinstein
Here’s what you need to know to start your day. December 12, 2019, 10:10 AM 6 min read It’s Thursday,…
Parents of 9-year-old prodigy who dropped out of university before making history blame school
A Belgian boy who was on track to become the youngest person to graduate from college has dropped out, leaving…
Teacher on leave over assignment asking students to ‘set your price for a slave’
Superintendent of the school district called it “unacceptable.” December 11, 2019, 8:59 PM 3 min read A Missouri teacher was…
DOJ watchdog defends Russia investigation report against AG Barr’s criticism
Department of Justice Inspector General Michael Horowitz on Wednesday faced tough questioning from lawmakers on both sides of the Senate…
Courts block Trump administration plan to use military funds for border wall
The funding block comes as federal budget negotiations loom over Congress. December 12, 2019, 1:44 AM 6 min read Two…
US Postal Service creates new stamp to raise money for veterans with PTSD
A new stamp with a cause has sprouted up thanks to the U.S. Postal Service. The USPS announced Monday that…