China's Xi arrives in Washington, kicking off his state visit with rare planeside welcome from Trump
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US stocks slip after bond yields jump on higher oil prices and a strong economic report
U.S. stocks are falling on Wednesday after oil prices halted their weeklong run of easing and a surprisingly strong report on U.S. business activity raised worries about inflation.
Trump signs US-Denmark-Greenland agreement to bolster Arctic security after prolonged tensions
President Donald Trump has signed an agreement with Denmark and Greenland aimed at strengthening Arctic and North Atlantic security, easing tensions over his repeated calls for Greenland to become part of the United States.
Trump in address to world leaders at UN defends his decision to start war against Iran
President Donald Trump returned to the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday at a tumultuous moment for the world — and for his presidency — and made the case that he's shown fortitude while other leaders have equivocated.
News outlets sue Trump over lost White House access, citing 'blatant violation' of First Amendment
This combination of photos shows MS NOW White House reporter Akayla Gardne, from left, CNN Senior White House Reporter Betsy Klein and Politico White House reporter Cheyenne Haslett near the White House complex after all were…
Federal Reserve rate hike reflects new world of sticky inflation and faster growth
President Donald Trump has renewed his attacks on the Federal Reserve after it hiked its benchmark interest rate Wednesday, but the Fed matters less than broader economic trends when it comes to longer-term borrowing costs, economists say.
Trump's green card public charge rule takes effect
A rule took effect Friday, September 18, that could make it harder for some immigrants to get green cards.
Flags to be at half-staff Friday
In honor of POW/MIA Recognition Day on Friday, Sept. 18, here in South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has ordered flags atop state and local public buildings be flown at half-staff.
Trump says he is banning CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House
President Donald Trump said Friday that he was banning CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House due to what he called unfavorable coverage, and threatened that more such media prohibitions could be coming — offering his administration’s latest test of constitutional First Amendment protections guaranteeing the freedom of the press.
Trump to announce all 50 states joining Medicaid drug pricing model
President Donald Trump is set to announce Friday that all 50 states will join in on a program set to provide most favored nation pricing to some drugs within the Medicaid program, bringing the net price of selected drugs down to prices paid in certain other countries.
Early voting begins in US midterm elections that could flip control of Congress
In-person voting for this year’s midterm elections began Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide which party they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues.
Wall Street drifts as bond yields rise and oil prices swing
Wall Street is drifting toward the finish of an up -and- down week on Friday, and U.S. stock indexes are mixed as bond yields rise and oil prices swing.
Airlines cut cheap flights amid jet fuel spike
Budget airfares could become even harder to find soon.
US stocks jump after oil prices fall and pressure from the bond market eases
U.S. stocks are jumping Thursday and clawing back most of their losses for the week.
The fight over congressional maps put nearly 35 million people into new House districts, report says
The unprecedented spate of mid-decade redistricting for the U.S. House has changed the congressional districts for one-tenth of Americans and significantly altered the makeup of at least one-fifth of districts, according to a new study.
National Politics
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- Childcare costs weigh on some voters before the midterm elections Oct 21, 2026 7:22 AM EDTRising childcare costs are a factor for parents weighing how to vote in November's midterm elections
- Ramaswamy takes responsibility for ad with Amy Acton’s mother and will spend millions to promote it Oct 21, 2026 3:30 AM EDTRepublican Vivek Ramaswamy’s team has confirmed that it produced a controversial advertisement featuring the estranged mother of Amy Acton
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- Faith leaders unite across religions to counter voter intimidation on Election Day Oct 20, 2026 2:00 PM EDTPoll chaplains and lay peacekeepers have maintained a calm presence over the last few election cycles
- Wins have been hard to come by at SoFi for both tenants with Rams, Chargers a combined 1-5 at home Oct 20, 2026 1:54 PM EDTThe Rams and Chargers each had high hopes for playing on their home field in Super Bowl 61 at SoFi Stadium, but things aren't going as planned
- After slow start in loss to Bears, Penix and Falcons have urgency to turn their season around Oct 20, 2026 5:31 AM EDTAnother slow start to a game has left the Atlanta Falcons with an urgent need to reverse momentum in the slow start to their season
- Jim Harbaugh looking for answers in all aspects of the Chargers' struggling offense Oct 20, 2026 5:31 AM EDTThe Los Angeles Chargers are searching for solutions to their struggling offense as they remain winless this season
- Colts face an uphill battle to save their season as problems mount and Chris Ballard is fired Oct 20, 2026 5:31 AM EDTThe firing of Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard hit coach Shane Steichen hard
