Speaker Johnson orders U.S. Capitol flags raised to full height for Trump’s inauguration
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson has ordered that flags at the U.S. Capitol be raised to full-staff for the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.
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8 ON YOUR SIDE: USDA documented insects and slime at Boar’s Head plants
Government inspectors documented unsanitary conditions at several Boar’s Head deli meat plants, not just the factory that was shut down last year after a deadly outbreak of listeria poisoning, federal records show.
It’s sick season. Here’s how to protect yourself from norovirus, COVID-19, flu and RSV
Knowing the differences between winter sickness bugs can help keep you healthy. Here’s how to tell them apart.
More than a dozen dead, others missing as crews try to corral Los Angeles fires before winds return this week
The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for severe fire conditions through Wednesday, with sustained winds of 50 mph and gusts in the mountains reaching 70 mph. The most dangerous day will be Tuesday, said weather service meteorologist Rich Thompson.
U.S. Supreme Court seems likely to uphold law that could force TikTok to shut down on Jan. 19
The Supreme Court seems likely to uphold a law that would ban TikTok in the U.S. beginning Jan. 19 unless the social media platform is sold by its China-based parent company.
Judge scraps Biden’s Title IX rules, reversing expansion of protections for LGBTQ+ students
The Biden administration’s Title IX rules expanding protections for LGBTQ+ students have been struck down nationwide.
Trump sentenced in hush money case but doesn’t receive any punishment
The case was the only one of four criminal indictments that has gone to trial and possibly the only one that ever will.
Firefighters make progress slowing wildfires while Los Angeles grapples with devastation
Firefighters began to slow the spread of deadly and devastating fires in the Los Angeles area Thursday after the ferocious winds that drove the fast-moving flames diminished, but the largest blazes still burned out of control.
Stars lose homes in Los Angeles area fires
Fires burning in and around Los Angeles have claimed the homes of numerous celebrities, including Billy Crystal, Jeff Bridges, Paris Hilton and R&B star Jhené Aiko.
Carter lauded for humility and service in Washington before his body is returned to Georgia
Jimmy Carter was remembered for his personal humility and public service before, during and after his presidency during a funeral at Washington National Cathedral.
