Nation Jan 16 State capitols boarded up, fenced off, patrolled by troops With the FBI warning of potential for violence at all state capitols, the ornate halls of government and symbols of democracy looked more like heavily guarded U.S. embassies in war-torn countries.
Arts Jan 15 Elvis Presley's Graceland starting live virtual tours Graceland said the two-hour guided tours will take virtual visitors into Presley's former Memphis home, which has been turned into a museum, and through the Meditation Garden, where he is buried.
World Jan 15 At least 42 dead as Indonesia quake topples homes, buildings A strong, shallow earthquake has shaken Indonesia’s Sulawesi island, toppling homes and buildings, triggering landslides and killing at least 42 people. More than 600 people were injured by the magnitude 6.2 quake that struck just after midnight Friday and sent…
Politics Jan 15 Capitol rioters included highly trained ex-military and cops At least 21 current or former members of the U.S. military or law enforcement have been identified as being at or near last week's Capitol riot, with more than a dozen others under investigation.
Health Jan 15 Global COVID-19 death toll tops 2 million While the count is based on figures supplied by government agencies around the world, the real toll is believed to be significantly higher.
Nation Jan 15 National Mall closes in D.C. ahead of Biden's inauguration The closure started Friday morning. It will remain in force at least through Thursday, the day after Biden’s inauguration, the National Park Service said in a statement.
Politics Jan 15 LISTEN: DOJ discusses criminal charges against Capitol attackers Court documents filed late Thursday by federal prosecutors claimed that there is "strong evidence" that the people who broke into the Capitol intended to "capture and assassinate elected officials.” Listen to the Justice Department briefing live here.
Politics Jan 15 WATCH: Pelosi says Capitol assault highlights need for domestic threat awareness House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says there may be a need to prosecute members of Congress if any are found to have assisted the pro-Trump rioters in last week’s attack on the Capitol.
Arts Jan 14 Joanne Rogers, widow of TV's famed Mister Rogers, dies at 92 The Fred Rogers Center, which confirmed her death, called her a "trusted anchor whose heart and wisdom have guided our work in service of Fred's enduring legacy."…
Politics Jan 14 WATCH: Gov. DeWine says Ohio Statehouse to close amid protest threat The Statehouse and other state buildings in downtown Columbus will be closed through Inauguration Day as police officers, National Guard members and state troopers provide security and authorities prepare for possible protests by supporters of President Donald Trump, Gov. Mike…