Jan 28 WATCH: 'Still time and space for diplomacy' with Russia on Ukraine, says Defense Secretary Austin By News Desk and Vladimir Isachenkov, Lolita C. Baldor, Yuras Karmanau, Associated Press Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley will hold a news briefing on Friday amid continued tension between the United States, Russia and Ukraine. Continue reading
Jan 28 Human chain formed to help after Pittsburgh bridge collapse By Associated Press The collapse came hours before President Joe Biden was to visit the city to press for his $1 trillion infrastructure bill, which includes bridge maintenance. Continue reading
Jan 28 Bidens welcome cat named Willow to White House By Darlene Superville, Associated Press The short-haired tabby made quite an impression on Jill Biden after jumping up on stage and interrupting her remarks during a 2020 campaign stop in Pennsylvania… Continue reading
Jan 27 Watch 8:28 Here's who may replace Justice Breyer, and what Democrats can do if Republicans oppose Justice Stephen Breyer's retirement announcement paves the way for President Joe Biden's promised nomination of a Black woman to the Supreme Court. White House correspondent Geoff Bennett begins the report, and congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins joins Judy Woodruff with more… Continue watching
Jan 27 Watch 4:20 News Wrap: U.S. economy grew 5.7 percent in 2021, fastest since 1984 In our news wrap Thursday, the U.S. economy rebounded strongly in 2021, with the best growth since 1984. Russia said there's little room for optimism after the U.S. rejected its security demands, but said dialogue on Ukraine is still possible. Continue watching
Jan 27 Watch 8:36 Examining Justice Breyer's legacy and how his retirement may change the court Justice Stephen Breyer leaves a storied legacy as he prepares to step down after more than 27 years on the bench. To reflect on what his absence will mean for the future of the Supreme Court, Judy Woodruff is joined… Continue watching
Jan 27 Watch 8:27 What's behind rising violent crimes in the U.S., and how they can be reduced By Amna Nawaz, Tess Conciatori Recent shootings in New York City have spotlighted a troubling rise in gun violence and homicide across the country. Amna Nawaz reports on why violent crime has increased and how cities can prevent it. Continue watching
Jan 27 Watch 8:07 Many in Kentucky expect long struggle to rebuild, heal after damage from tornadoes By William Brangham, Phil Maravilla It's been seven weeks since a series of ferocious tornadoes tore through Western Kentucky and surrounding areas, killing 90 people, and making hundreds more homeless. Kentucky’s governor, and President Joe Biden, have promised whatever is needed to rebuild. William Brangham… Continue watching
Jan 27 Watch 7:21 A Moderna official on COVID vaccines for kids, omicron-specific shot, waiving patents By Amna Nawaz, Courtney Norris, Laura Santhanam Moderna and Pfizer announced they are moving forward with trials of a new booster designed to guard specifically against omicron. This comes as the CDC reported Thursday that a third shot of either of those vaccines substantially reduced the risk… Continue watching
Jan 27 Stormy Daniels and her former lawyer Avenatti face each other in court By Tom Hays, Larry Neumeister, Associated Press Her testimony Thursday was a highly anticipated moment at the trial of a man who parlayed his representation of Daniels in her legal battles against then-President Donald Trump in 2018 into a high-profile role as a Trump adversary. Continue reading