Meg Kinnard, Associated Press
Trump says he and Mamdani will meet Friday in Washington, setting up clash of political opposites
The sit-down could possibly represent a detente of sorts between the Republican president and Democratic rising star, as Trump has since Mamdani's win moved toward acceptance of Mamdani's central, winning campaign issue of affordability.8 months ago
Seung Min Kim, Associated Press
Trump signs bill to release Jeffrey Epstein case files after fighting it for months
President Donald Trump signed legislation Wednesday that compels his administration to release files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, bowing to political pressure from his own party after initially resisting those efforts.8 months ago
David Bauder, AP Media Writer
Trump attacks ABC reporter after question about killing of Saudi journalist Khashoggi
ABC's chief White House correspondent was among reporters let into the Oval Office to question the president and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. She asked Trump whether it was appropriate for his family to be doing business in Saudi Arabia while he was president.8 months ago
Josh Funk and Rio Yamat, AP Transportation and Airlines Writers
Bipartisan bill aims to pay air traffic controllers during future shutdowns
The bill proposes funding salaries, operating expenses and other Federal Aviation Administration programs by tapping into a little-used flight insurance fund that was created after the Sept. 11 attacks and currently has $2.6 billion dollars sitting in it.8 months ago
Mark Kennedy, Associated Press
Labubu and ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ to dazzle at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here’s what to know
Two things that made massive cultural splashes this year — Labubu and “KPop Demon Hunters” — will fill the sky and streets of New York when the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off this year.8 months ago
Stephen Groves, Associated Press
Congress acts swiftly to force release of Epstein files, sending bill to Trump
The House and Senate voted to force release of Epstein files, sending bill once opposed by Trump to the Senate.8 months ago
Associated Press
Federal judges block Texas from using its new US House map in the 2026 midterms
Texas cannot use a new congressional map drawn by Republicans in hopes of securing the party additional U.S. House seats, a panel of three federal judges ruled Tuesday.8 months ago
Jocelyn Noveck, AP National Writer
The next Met Gala exhibit will spotlight fashion across art history
If there's been one uniting theme of all the blockbuster fashion exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, it’s the simple idea that fashion is art.8 months ago
Julie Watson, Associated Press
Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Portland and Chicago are being sent home
The withdrawal of soldiers — sent from California and Texas — is part of a larger change to troop deployments after President Donald Trump began his immigration crackdown in various cities with Democratic leadership.8 months ago
Josh Boak, Associated Press
New analysis shows more US consumers are falling behind on their utility bills
A new analysis of consumer data shows that more people in the United States are falling behind on their utility bills.8 months ago
Eric Tucker, Associated Press
Judge scolds Justice Department for ‘profound investigative missteps’ in Comey case
The Justice Department engaged in a “disturbing pattern of profound investigative missteps” in the process of securing an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, a federal judge ruled Monday in directing prosecutors to produce to defense lawyers all grand jury materials from the case.8 months ago
Kevin Freking and Chris Megerian, Associated Press
In reversal, Trump says House Republicans should vote to release Epstein files
President Donald Trump said House Republicans should vote to release the files in the Jeffrey Epstein case, a startling reversal after previously fighting the proposal as a growing number of those in his own party supported it.8 months ago
Associated Press
New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd critically wounded in Manhattan shooting
New York Jets cornerback and special teams standout Kris Boyd was critically injured in a shooting in midtown Manhattan early Sunday, according to multiple news outlets.8 months ago
Ben Finley, Associated Press
Aircraft carrier arrives in the Caribbean in major buildup near Venezuela
The nation's most advanced aircraft carrier arrived in the Caribbean Sea on Sunday in a display of U.S. military power.8 months ago
Dee-Ann Durbin
Doritos and Cheetos dial back the bright orange in new versions without artificial ingredients
Doritos and Cheetos are getting a makeover. PepsiCo said on Thursday that it’s launching toned-down versions of its bright orange snacks that won't have any artificial colors or flavors.8 months ago
Associated Press
Disability rights activist and author Alice Wong dies at 51
Alice Wong, disability rights activist and author, died Friday at age 51.8 months ago
Marcia Dunn, Associated Press
Blue Origin launches huge rocket carrying twin NASA spacecraft to Mars
Blue Origin has launched its huge New Glenn rocket with a pair of NASA spacecraft destined for Mars on Thursday, four days after it was scheduled to launch thanks to adverse weather.8 months ago
Jeff McMurray, Associated Press
Cities and states are turning to AI to improve road safety
Cities and states in the U.S. are turning to AI to improve road safety. These efforts aim to address infrastructure issues and prepare roads for autonomous vehicles, highlighting the growing role of technology in transportation safety.8 months ago
Associated Press
At Trump’s urging, Bondi says US will investigate Epstein’s ties to Clinton and other political foes
NEW YORK (AP) — Acceding to President Donald Trump’s demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday that she has ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s ties to Trump political foes, including former President Bill Clinton. Bondi posted on X that she was assigning Manhattan U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton to […]8 months ago
Associated Press
What to know as the US Mint in Philadelphia prepares to press its final penny
The U.S. Mint in Philadelphia will soon cease circulating its last penny, marking the latest step in the 1-cent coin's demise.8 months ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
The federal government is back open, but flight cancellations linger in Utah
Travelers may breathe a sigh of relief as the government shutdown ends, but they still need to be aware of flight cancellations for the foreseeable future.8 months ago
Alanna Durkin Richer and Michael R. Blood, Associated Press
Justice Department sues to block California US House map in clash that could tip control of Congress
The complaint filed in California targets the new congressional map pushed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in response to a similar Republican-led effort in Texas.8 months ago
KEVIN FREKING, JOEY CAPPELLETTI and MATT BROWN Associated Press
President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruption
Trump’s signature draws to a close the second government shutdown he’s overseen in the White House, one that magnified the partisan divisions in Washington as his administration took unprecedented unilateral actions to pressure Democrats into relenting on their demands.8 months ago
