WASHINGTON — The Democratic-led Senate confirmed the 235th federal judge nominated by President Joe Biden, marking a milestone for the outgoing occupant of the White House by giving him one more than former President Donald Trump secured. The latest confirmation Friday could be Biden’s last, meaning he will leave office …
Read More »Biden expected to sign short-term funding bill to keep the government open
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Biden expected to sign short-term bill to keep the government open 01:23 UP NEXT Lawmakers pass bill to avoid a government shutdown 02:11 How a government shutdown could impact travel, deliveries, more 02:07 …
Read More »Concerns grow in the US after attack on German Christmas market
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Last-minute holiday shopping underway for millions across the US 03:19 FAA temporarily bans drone flights over New York and New Jersey 01:52 FDA approves weight loss drug Zepbound for sleep apnea 00:22 Delphi murders: Richard …
Read More »Wisconsin school shooting suspect Natalie Rupnow had a tumultuous family life, court documents show
MADISON, Wis. — A 15-year-old girl who police say killed two people and wounded multiple others at a private Christian school in Wisconsin endured what appeared to be a tumultuous home life marked by divorces, custody battles and a series of court-mandated mediation sessions to resolve disputes over her care, …
Read More »After Hurricane Helene, North Carolina’s holiday tourist season grinds to a halt
So far, nearly half of the 10,129 displaced households the Federal Emergency Management Agency has worked with have been placed in temporary shelters across the state, such as hotels, apartments and mobile homes, FEMA said. The remaining households have already found long-term housing, a spokesperson said. While the temporary housing …
Read More »Heart disease deaths soar in rural America, driven by rise in working-age adults
When Ephraim Trembly found his brother in rural Maryland, John had already been dead for three days. According to their father, John Trembly Sr., how he died remained unclear, since John’s body was so decomposed that they could only identify him from a tattoo. The coroner found traces of fentanyl, …
Read More »House passes bill to avoid government shutdown, sending it to Senate before midnight deadline
WASHINGTON — The Republican-controlled House on Friday evening passed a short-term bill to avert a government shutdown, just hours ahead of a deadline that would force U.S. troops, border patrol agents, air traffic controllers and millions of other federal workers to work without pay during the holidays. The vote was …
Read More »Tesla recalls nearly 700,000 vehicles over tire pressure light issue
Tesla has issued a recall for nearly 700,000 vehicles due to a tire pressure light issue. The electric car company is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3 and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles because the tire pressure monitoring system warning light “may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to …
Read More »The ‘laughingstock of the NFL’ has suddenly started winning
Peter Rosenberg had a major scheduling conflict last Sunday. With his first child due next month, he and his wife, Natalie, organized a baby shower to celebrate. Unfortunately, it was during the Washington Commanders game. Rosenberg, who grew up in Chevy Chase, Maryland, is a lifelong fan. He never misses …
Read More »Winter storm threatens Midwest holiday travel
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