Nov 15 Watch 16:46 Yovanovitch describes weakened State Department, questions 'smear' campaign Marie Yovanovitch, who served as U.S. ambassador to Ukraine until she was abruptly recalled in May of this year, testified publicly as part of the impeachment inquiry on Friday. As Yovanovitch answered questions about why President Trump had dismissed her,… Continue watching
Nov 15 Watch 6:49 Was convicted Roger Stone using trial to appeal to Trump? Roger Stone, former aide and longtime friend of President Trump, has been found guilty on seven felony counts, including obstructing a congressional investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. Stone’s trial revealed new details about the Trump campaign’s interest… Continue watching
Nov 15 Texas appeals court blocks inmate Rodney Reed's execution By Juan A. Lozano, Associated Press Reed's efforts to stop his execution have received support from such celebrities as Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian and Oprah. Lawmakers from both parties, including Texas GOP Sen. Ted Cruz, have also asked that officials take a closer look at the evidence… Continue reading
Nov 15 U.S. approves new drug to manage sickle cell disease, costs $85,000 to $113,000 By Linda A. Johnson, Associated PRess The monthly infusion, which halves occurrences of sickle cell pain episodes, will carry a list price of roughly $85,000 to $113,000 per year, depending on dosing. Insured patients generally will pay less. Continue reading
Nov 15 Twitter details political ad ban, admits it's imperfect By Barbara Ortutay, Associated Press Twitter’s new ban on political ads will cover appeals for votes, solicitations for campaign contributions and any political content. But the company quickly acknowledged Friday that it expects to make mistakes as individuals and groups look for loopholes. Continue reading
Nov 15 Oklahoma judge reduces J&J order in opioid lawsuit by $107 million By Sean Murphy, Ken Miller, Associated Press An Oklahoma judge who last summer ordered consumer products giant Johnson & Johnson to pay $572 million to help address the state’s opioid crisis on Friday reduced that amount by $107 million in a final order in the case. Continue reading
Nov 15 No diary, note, motive found in California school shooting By Stefanie Dazio, John Antczak, Associated Press No motive or rationale has been established yet in the Thursday morning shooting at Saugus High School in the Los Angeles suburb of Santa Clarita, said sheriff’s homicide Capt. Kent Wegener. Continue reading
Nov 15 North Carolina lawmakers redraw state's congressional map By Gary Robertson, Associated Press A replacement map for North Carolina’s congressional districts was finalized Friday, with its lines redrawn to address alleged extreme partisan bias and endangering reelection prospects for two Republicans next year. Continue reading
Nov 15 Texas archdiocese challenges LGBT anti-discrimination rights By Associated Press A Texas archdiocese wants to become a foster care provider, but only if it can be excused from federal rules protecting against anti-LGBT discrimination. Continue reading
Nov 15 WATCH: Trump unveils plan forcing hospitals to disclose prices By Associated Press Disclosure requirements for hospitals would not take effect until 2021; for insurers, the timing is unclear. The requirements do not directly affect doctors. Continue reading