Feb 21 Watch 5:17 News Wrap: WHO warns of closing window to contain novel coronavirus In our news wrap Friday, the World Health Organization warns the window of opportunity to contain the international spread of novel coronavirus is closing. South Korea has become the latest front in the outbreak, with officials declaring a health emergency… Continue watching
Feb 21 Watch 6:33 What short-term deal between U.S., Taliban means for chances of Afghan peace A week-long “reduction in violence” between the U.S. and the Taliban represents a potential breakthrough for peace in Afghanistan. If it holds, the two sides will sign the first phase of a peace agreement that could pave the way to… Continue watching
Feb 21 Watch 4:58 Amid reported Russian meddling, a ‘deeply damaging’ politicization of U.S. intelligence Multiple news outlets report that U.S. intelligence officials told House lawmakers recently that Russia is actively trying to help President Trump be reelected. In response, Trump has lashed out at Democrats, saying they are starting a “rumor” about Russian election… Continue watching
Feb 21 Watch 5:30 How will 2020 Democrats fare in more diverse Nevada? By Amna Nawaz The Nevada caucuses officially begin Saturday, but a massive number of voters has turned out already for early participation. Because the demographics of the diverse state more closely resemble those of the Democratic Party overall, this contest is attracting particular… Continue watching
Feb 21 Watch 12:46 Shields and Brooks on Las Vegas debate, Trump’s pardons Syndicated columnist Mark Shields and New York Times columnist David Brooks join Judy Woodruff to discuss the latest political news, including how the Las Vegas debate changed the 2020 Democratic race, new reports of Russian election interference and President Trump’s… Continue watching
Feb 21 Watch 5:22 Why MLB players are frustrated over Astros’ lack of punishment The fallout from a major cheating scandal in Major League Baseball continues. After investigators found that the Houston Astros used an elaborate sign-stealing scheme in 2017, when they won the World Series, members of the team's front office were disciplined. Continue watching
Feb 21 Greyhound to stop allowing immigration checks without a warrant By Gene Johnson, Associated Press In an emailed statement, the company said it would notify the Department of Homeland Security that it does not consent to unwarranted searches on its buses or in areas of terminals that are not open to the general public. Continue reading
Feb 21 Wells Fargo to pay $3 billion to resolve disputes over unauthorized accounts By Ken Sweet, Stefanie Dazio, Associated Press The $3 billion will settle criminal and civil investigations into a long-running practice whereby company employees opened millions of unauthorized bank accounts in order to meet unrealistic sales goals. Continue reading
Feb 21 Sanders condemns any Russian influence in election By Associated Press The Vermont senator issued a statement immediately after the Washington Post reported U.S. officials have told Sanders that Russia was trying to help his campaign. The statement did not confirm the report. Continue reading
Feb 21 Weinstein jury indicates it is split on some charges By Tom Hays, Michael R. Sisak, Associated Press In a note sent to the judge, jurors asked if it were permissible for them to be hung on two counts of predatory sexual assault while reaching a unanimous verdict on other charges. Continue reading