5 Children and 2 Adults Killed in Fiery Crash on Florida Highway, Authorities Say
Fifty gallons of spilled diesel fuel exacerbated a deadly blaze on Thursday that also injured several people.
On Politics With Lisa Lerer: Is ‘Likability’ in Politics Sexist? Yes. It’s Also Outdated.
In the On Politics newsletter, why we need to throw away the cliches we use to describe candidates. Plus, recapping a busy day in Congress.
Gavin Newsom Set To Succeed California Gov. Jerry Brown With A New Set Of Priorities
The end of an era is approaching in California, where Gov. Jerry Brown will leave office next Monday. Brown’s successor — Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom — will take over with a very different style.
As Rashida Tlaib Is Sworn In, Palestinian-Americans Respond With #TweetYourThobe
The new congresswoman from Michigan wore a thobe, a traditional Palestinian dress with elaborate embroidery, to her swearing-in, and her supporters posted photos of themselves in their own.
As House of Representatives Convenes, There’s One Empty Seat
Mark Harris, a Republican who had looked like the winner in North Carolina’s disputed congressional election, says he finds himself in “no-man’s land.”
Pope Cites ‘Crisis of Credibility’ in Message to U.S. Bishops on Sex Abuse
The message comes as American bishops have been split in their attitudes about Francis, with a few openly criticizing the pope.
Here’s Who Didn’t Vote for Nancy Pelosi for Speaker
To win back the gavel, Ms. Pelosi had to put down a rebellion in her caucus. But on Thursday, there were still some dissenters in her ranks.
Released From Prison Again, After Criminal Justice Reform Became Law
Matthew Charles served two decades in prison, was released, but then was re-sentenced and sent back to prison for another decade. The new criminal justice reform law means he can be released again.
White House Mulls Jim Webb, Ex-Democratic Senator, as Next Defense Secretary
Mr. Webb’s views align closely with President Trump’s drive to pull American troops from the Middle East and confront China more aggressively.
Ocasio-Cortez gains instant stature in Congress, and social media is a key
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has hardly sat down before she whips out her phone to record the chaos around her. “All right, it’s time to pick out our offices,” Ms. Ocasio-Cortez says in the video. Since her surprise primary victory in June against top Ho…
The latest in the Zion Harmon-KHSAA case: Another day, another delay
Star prospect Zion Harmon is seeking an injunction that would allow him to play basketball at Marshall County High School this season.
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