Rep. Ayanna Pressley, Massachusetts Democrat and member of the far-left "Squad," said Tuesday that she will be boycotting the inauguration of Donald Trump as America's 47th president on Jan. 20. … [Read more...] about ‘Squad’ Democrat Ayanna Pressley to boycott Trump’s inauguration
Pacific Palisades wildfire has destroyed many structures as winds kick up, Gavin Newsom says
A wildfire whipped up by extreme winds swept through a Los Angeles hillside dotted with celebrity residences Tuesday, burning homes in Pacific Palisades and prompting evacuation orders for tens of thousands. In the frantic haste to get to safety, roadways were clogged and scores of people abandoned their vehicles and fled on foot, some toting suitcases. … [Read more...] about Pacific Palisades wildfire has destroyed many structures as winds kick up, Gavin Newsom says
Expanded playoffs deliver a final four with familiar Big Ten, SEC flavors
Now that the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff is down to four teams remaining -- the size of the field the previous 10 seasons -- things really don't look that much different. … [Read more...] about Expanded playoffs deliver a final four with familiar Big Ten, SEC flavors
Virginia Democrats preserve their control of Statehouse in special elections
Virginia Democrats preserved their Statehouse majority on Tuesday after voters in the northern and central part of the state backed two Democrats to fill a vacancy in the state Senate and an open seat in the House of Delegates. … [Read more...] about Virginia Democrats preserve their control of Statehouse in special elections
N.Y. appellate judge refuses to postpone Trump’s sentencing for hush money conviction
A New York appeals court denied President-elect Donald Trump's request for a stay of his sentencing hearing later this week, a major blow to the leader-in-waiting before his inauguration. … [Read more...] about N.Y. appellate judge refuses to postpone Trump’s sentencing for hush money conviction