Flag-Burner Fights Back With Federal Lawsuit
Photos depicting an Urbana man burning an American flag stirred the wrath of the internet. He's suing to prove it was protected free speech.
View ArticleWatch: President Obama Surprises A Teary Joe Biden With Medal Of Freedom
A prepared statement praised Biden and called him "one of the most consequential vice presidents in history."
View ArticleRussian State-Funded TV Interrupts C-SPAN Broadcast Feed Of House Floor
The independent broadcaster is investigating the bizarre incident.
View ArticleWatch It Again: Department of Justice Finds 'Pattern of Civil Rights...
Findings: CPD "engages in a pattern or practice of using force, including deadly force, in violation of the Fourth Amendment." (UPDATED)
View ArticleGeorgia 4-Year-Old Reads 1,000 Books, Gets Library Of Congress Invite
Daliyah Marie Arana​​​ wants to be a librarian — of course — when she gets older.
View Article'Exorcist' Author William Peter Blatty Dies at 89
William Peter Blatty, best-selling author of the novel "The Exorcist," which was made into an Oscar-winning film, has died in Bethesda.
View ArticleHot Tip: Eating Spicy Chili Peppers Is Associated With A Longer Life
A new study supports previous findings of a connection between longevity and the spicy vegetables.
View ArticleObamacare Repeal: House Republicans Take First Steps To Dismantle Affordable...
Despite disagreement among party leaders about the best way forward, GOP lawmakers are taking steps to repeal the Affordable Care Act.
View ArticleIs Donald Trump's Inauguration Committee Ordering Workers to Cover Up Porta...
Inauguration workers are covering up the "Don's Johns" logo on toilets stationed at the National Mall -- and some are guessing as to why.
View ArticleWet-Foot, Dry-Foot Shift Favors Raul Castro's Cuba, Expert Says
Cuba gains new stature on international stage with President Obama's decision to change 20 years of history.
View ArticleDonald Trump Attacks John Lewis and Atlanta: Falling Apart, Crime Infested
Lewis said Friday that Trump not 'legitimate' President-elect. Trump responds that civil rights icon is all talk, no action.
View ArticleRussian Hacking: Senate To Investigate Possible Links To Campaigns
Senate Intelligence Committee will conduct a bipartisan inquiry into intelligence reporting behind the assessment of Russia's alleged role.
View ArticleJennifer Holliday Backs Out of Trump Inauguration Concert
The Broadway icon had been billed as a headliner with Toby Keith and 3 Doors Down. Holliday apologized to LGBT community in statement.
View ArticleRingling Bros. Circus to Close After 146 Years
The "Greatest Show on Earth" will conclude its two tours with final performances on the East Coast.
View ArticleIce Storm Continues to Ravage Central U.S.
Road conditions in Oklahoma, Kansas and Missouri have led to several deadly crashes and the storm will continue through Sunday night.
View ArticleA Dropped Handgun and Twitter F-Bombs: Just Another Day at the NH Statehouse
Two state representatives - a Republican and a Democrat - are under fire for incidents last week in the Granite State.
View ArticleElizabeth Warren Won't Call Donald Trump 'Legitimate President'
She praised John Lewis after Trump attacked him over the weekend, and when prodded by reporters, wouldn't say whether Trump was legitimate.
View ArticleOrlando Nightclub Shooter's Widow Arrested on Federal Charges
Noor Salman, who was married to the man who killed 49 in the deadly rampage at Pulse, was arrested at her home near San Francisco.
View ArticleUS Abortion Rate Falls To Lowest Point In Decades: Study
The authors of a new study believe both abortion restrictions and increased access to birth control played a role in the decline.
View ArticleRepealing Obamacare: 18M More People Without Insurance, Skyrocketing...
The non-partisan Congressional Budget Office also estimated that premiums for individuals could increase by 20 or 25 percent.
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