Six Democratic presidential hopefuls met on the debate stage in Las Vegas, but it was the newcomer, former New York Mayor Mike Bloomberg, who received the most attention, and none of it positive.
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Ex-Gov. Blagojevich Returns to Chicago, Maintains Innocence
Rod Blagojevich returned home to Chicago early Wednesday, shaking hands and signing autographs after President Donald Trump cut short his 14-year prison sentence.
President Trump Goes on Clemency Spree, and the List is Long
President Donald Trump has gone on a clemency blitz, commuting what he called a “ridiculous” 14-year prison sentence for former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich and pardoning former New York Police Department commissioner, among a long list of others.
Jeff Bezos Commits $10 Billion to Fight Climate Change
The world’s richest man, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, said in an Instagram post that he’ll start giving grants this summer to scientists, activists and nonprofits working to protect Earth.
All-Star Weekend, as Expected, Was About Honoring Kobe
It has become one of the NBA’s most revered traditions: On the morning of the NBA All-Star Game, the league pays tribute to retired players with what is called the Legends Brunch.
The First Fan: Obama Appears at All-Star NBA Cares Event
Zion Williamson and Trae Young are used to meeting fans who are typically a bit nervous during those interactions. This was different. This time, they were nervous to meet the fan.
A Victory, A Caution: Takeaways from New Hampshire’s Primary
New Hampshire Democrats gave Bernie Sanders a win, but also a warning.
New Name for Disease Caused by Virus Outbreak: COVID-19
The disease caused by a new virus that emerged late last year in China and has since sickened tens of thousands of people now has an official name: COVID-19.
Police: 9 Homicides in Chicago’s Deadliest Weekend of Year
Chicago recorded nine homicides between 6 p.m. Friday and midnight Sunday, a weekend police said was the deadliest of the year for a city that had seen a recent decline in the number of fatal shootings.
China Virus Cases Rise Again, 65 More on Ship in Japan
China reported a rise in new virus cases Monday, denting optimism that disease control measures including isolating major cities might be working, while the operator of a cruise ship in Japan reported dozens of new cases.
Making Oscar History, ‘Parasite’ Wins Best Picture
In a milestone win that instantly expanded the Oscars’ horizons, Bong Joon Ho’s class satire “Parasite” became the first non-English language film to win best picture in the 92-year history of the Academy Awards.
China’s Virus Death Toll Surpasses SARS But New Cases Fall
China’s virus death toll rose by 89 on Sunday to 811, passing the number of fatalities in the 2002-2003 SARS epidemic, but fewer new cases were reported in a possible sign its spread may be slowing.
Trump Wins Acquittal, But Ukraine Saga Far From Over
A full accounting of President Donald Trump’s dealings with Ukraine, stemming in large part from the foreign policy entanglements pursued by personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, remains unfinished despite Trump’s acquittal Wednesday in the Senate.
Not Guilty: Senate Acquits Trump of Impeachment Charges
President Donald Trump won impeachment acquittal Wednesday in the U.S. Senate, bringing to a close only the third presidential trial in American history with votes that split the country, tested civic norms and fed the tumultuous 2020 race for the White House.
Democrats’ Response to Trump Turns to Working-Class Worries
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used Democrats’ response to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address to swivel from impeachment to working-class voters’ worries, saying her party is focusing on easing health care costs and other pocket-book concerns.
Trump Uses State of Union to Campaign; Pelosi Rips Up Speech
Standing before a Congress and a nation sharply divided by impeachment, President Donald Trump used his State of the Union address to extol a “Great American Comeback” on his watch, just three years after he took office decrying a land of “American carnage” under his predecessor.
Iowa Democrats Release Some Caucus Results After Long Delay
The Iowa Democratic Party released partial results of its kickoff presidential caucus after a daylong delay late Tuesday showing former Midwestern Mayor Pete Buttigieg and progressive Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders leading the opening contest of the party’s 2020 primary season.
Trump Faces Accusers: What to Watch During His Big Speech
On the brink of his Senate acquittal, President Donald Trump will be unleashing “relentless optimism” during his third State of the Union address, a speech designed to pivot from his impeachment to his drive for reelection.
Iowans Head to Caucuses, May Clarify Democratic Field
Iowa Democrats anxious for fundamental political change headed toward caucus centers late Monday to decide the opening contest in the 2020 presidential primary season.
Experts Prepare, But New China Virus Not a Pandemic Yet
Health authorities are preparing for a possible pandemic as they work to contain a respiratory illness in China that’s caused by a new virus. Here’s what you should know about the illness.
Trump Trial Closing Arguments Aim at Voters, History
Closing arguments Monday in President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial were directed more toward history than to sway the outcome.
DHS: New Screening to Begin Amid Coronavirus Concerns
Under the new rules, U.S. citizens who have traveled in China within the last 14 days will be re-routed to designated airports, where they will undergo enhanced health screening procedures, including Chicago O’Hare International Airport.
US States Join Global Push to Ban Animal-Tested Cosmetics
California, Nevada and Illinois all saw new laws take effect this year that ban the sale or import of animal-tested cosmetics.
Impeachment Trial Heads to Historic End in Frenetic Week
President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial heads toward a historic conclusion this week, with senators all-but-certain to acquit him on charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress after narrowly rejecting Democratic demands to summon witnesses.
Super Rally: Mahomes, Chiefs Win Super Bowl with Late Surge
Patrick Mahome, the 24-year-old quarterback who was selected Super Bowl MVP, led the Chiefs to 21 straight points in the final 6:13 for a 31-20 victory Sunday over the San Francisco 49ers.
