Politics Jul 13 Carla Hayden, first female and African-American Librarian of Congress, confirmed by Senate The Senate has confirmed the longtime head of Baltimore's library system to be the next Librarian of Congress. She is the first woman and the first African-American to hold the position.
Politics Jul 10 Trump adviser says women should be the ones to decide on abortion One of Donald Trump's potential running mates said Sunday that women should be the ones to decide whether or not to have abortions.
Politics Jul 09 Gingrich says he will weigh choice if asked to run with Trump Newt Gingrich says he wouldn't automatically say yes to an eventual proposal to become Donald Trump's running mate.
World Jul 08 U.S. expels two Russians after U.S. diplomat attacked in Moscow The State Department says the U.S. has expelled two Russian officials in response to an attack on an American diplomat by a Russian policeman in Moscow last month.
Politics Jul 08 Speaker Ryan calls for focus on 'the values that unite us' Anger over the police shootings in Dallas must not be allowed to harden the nation's divisions, House Speaker Paul Ryan said Friday.
Politics Jul 07 Bernie Sanders expected to endorse Clinton on Tuesday Two Democrats with knowledge of his plans say Bernie Sanders is closing in on offering his public endorsement of Clinton.
Nation Jul 04 White House cites weather, cancels annual July Fourth picnic WASHINGTON — The White House says it's canceling its annual Fourth of July picnic and fireworks watch because of rainy weather soaking the nation's capital.
Politics Jul 02 Clinton gave voluntary interview to FBI about private email server Hillary Clinton was interviewed Saturday by the FBI about her use of a private email server while she was secretary of state.
Nation Jun 30 U.S. will meet Syrian refugees goal, Homeland Security head says Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson says he believes the government will meet its goal of resettling 10,000 Syrian refugees this year.
Politics Jun 23 Anti-poverty group sues Philadelphia for right to protest during rush hour Anti-poverty activists have sued Philadelphia, seeking the right to demonstrate during rush hour as the Democratic National Convention opens next month.