Nov 13 Republicans face court setbacks, Trump law firm steps down By Maryclaire Dale, Mark Scolforo, Associated Press Republicans suffered setbacks to court challenges over the presidential election in three battleground states on Friday as a national law firm that came under fire for its work for President Trump's campaign withdrew from a major Pennsylvania case. Continue reading
Nov 13 WATCH: Oregon sets ‘freeze’ order for some businesses amid coronavirus surge By Associated Press Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on Friday announced a statewide two-week “freeze” which will limit restaurants and bars to take-out only and close gyms, indoor and outdoor recreational facilities during that period. Continue reading
Nov 13 Film Academy Museum completes pre-fundraising goal By Lindsey Bahr, Associated Press Located in Los Angeles at the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue, the Academy Museum is set to open on April 30, five days after the 93rd Academy Awards. An inaugural exhibit will celebrate legendary Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki. Continue reading
Nov 13 Trump wins North Carolina, hits 232 electoral votes By Associated Press President Donald Trump has won North Carolina and its 15 electoral votes, staving off a hard-fought challenge by Democratic nominee Joe Biden and holding the battleground state for Republicans. Continue reading
Nov 13 Michigan governor seeks shutdown of Great Lakes oil pipeline By John Flesher, Associated Press "Enbridge has routinely refused to take action to protect our Great Lakes and the millions of Americans who depend on them for clean drinking water and good jobs," the Democratic governor said in a statement. Continue reading
Nov 13 WATCH: Trump falsely takes credit for COVID-19 vaccine while delivering update on Operation Warp Speed By Zeke Miller, Kevin Freking, Aamer Madhani, Associated Press President Donald Trump is set to deliver his first public remarks since his defeat by President-elect Joe Biden, as he seeks to highlight positive developments in the race for a vaccine for the resurgent coronavirus. Continue reading
Nov 13 WATCH: California officials give coronavirus update By Associated Press A statement from Newsom’s office Friday says the advisories urge against non-essential out-of-state travel. It recommends people quarantine for 14 days after arriving from another state or country and encourages residents to stay local. Continue reading
Nov 13 WATCH: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker gives coronavirus update By Alanna Durkin Richer, Steve LeBlanc, Associated Press Once a coronavirus hot spot, Massachusetts was seen as a model for infection control this summer as coronavirus cases and deaths dwindled. Now, experts are warning the state could be headed for a bleak winter. Continue reading
Nov 13 Kim Ng becomes highest-ranking woman in MLB operations By Steven Wine, Associated Press Kim Ng is believed to be the first female general manager for a men’s team in a major professional sport in North America, the Marlins said. Continue reading
Nov 13 Hurricane Center says another storm could follow Eta’s deadly path By Curt Anderson, Freida Frisaro, Associated Press It could wreak havoc in a region where people are still grappling with more than 120 deaths and many more missing in the aftermath of Eta. This has been an extraordinarily busy hurricane season. Continue reading