US politics and policy news explained: what happened, why it matters, and what it means for you.
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms is projected to become Georgia's first female governor and the first Black woman elected governor in U.S. history, flipping the seat blue for the first time since 1998.
The Illinois Federation of Teachers raised Stacy Davis Gates' salary from $180,000 to $250,000, a nearly 39% increase, as most Illinois students remain below reading proficiency.
An Air Dynasty helicopter and a Fishtail Air helicopter collided while landing at Pheriche below Everest base camp. One Indian tourist died; a New Zealand tourist and at least one pilot were…
Scammers are getting an early start on the holiday season, using fake stores, delivery texts and order alerts to steal payment details. Here are the seven schemes to recognize and the habits…
Abubakarr Barrie, 23, is accused of stabbing a 15-year-old girl in Baltimore. He entered the US in December 2023 and was released by New York City officials in July despite an ICE…
Nectar, DreamCloud and Awara are discounting mattresses by up to 60%, with 365-night trials, lifetime warranties and free shipping on returns and exchanges.
Dylan Mortensen, who survived the 2022 University of Idaho student killings, says her family has moved nine times because of harassment and is asking a judge to reconsider an order releasing police…
Arizona, Nebraska, Washington and Colorado vote Tuesday on measures that would restrict who can compete in girls' and women's school sports. Here is what each one does and who is affected.
Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, who has not played since a knee injury in October 2024, has signed with agent Drew Rosenhaus as he seeks reinstatement and a way out of San Francisco.
Chicago improved to 6-2 with a 34-17 Monday night win in Seattle, handing the Seahawks' top-ranked defense its first 200-yard passing game of the season.
