A bus dramatically plunged off a bridge in New York City late Thursday, leaving its front half hanging over a highway ramp, its fall broken only by the road below. The 55-year-old driver broke his jaw in the crash and
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The buck stops here: Dutch government quits over welfare scandal
In this Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, file photo, Prime Minister Mark Rute, center left, and Dutch King Willem-Alexander, center, pose with the ministers for the official photo of the new Dutch government on the steps of Royal Palace Noordeinde in
Pence, stepping into a leadership void, calls Harris to offer assistance ahead of Inauguration Day.
Vice President Mike Pence telephoned Vice President-elect Kamala Harris Thursday to congratulate her and offer his assistance ahead of next week’s swearing-in, the latest indication that Mr. Pence is filling the leadership role all but abdicated by President Trump. The
Pence, stepping into leadership void, calls Harris to offer assistance ahead of Inauguration Day.
Vice President Mike Pence telephoned Vice President-elect Kamala Harris Thursday to congratulate her and offer his assistance ahead of next week’s swearing-in, the latest indication that Mr. Pence is filling the leadership role all but abdicated by President Trump. The
U.S. Executes Corey Johnson for 7 Murders in 1992
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration executed Corey Johnson on Thursday for a series of seven murders in 1992. He was the 12th federal inmate put to death under President Trump. Mr. Johnson committed the murders in the Richmond, Va., area
L.A. County strives to step up vaccines, but seniors told they’ll have to wait until February
Public health officials worked to clarify Los Angeles County’s coronavirus timetable on Thursday, Jan. 14, as many seniors found themselves confused over when exactly they could sign up for a vaccine — and why they must wait, likely for another
Olympic swimmer Klete Keller arrested for involvement in riot at U.S. Capitol
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Klete Keller was arrested in Colorado on Thursday, a day after being charged in connection with the riot at the U.S. Capitol. The former swimmer from USC is accused of knowingly entering or remaining in a
Groups ask court to restore protections for US gray wolves
Wildlife advocates on Thursday asked a federal court to overturn a U.S. government decision that stripped Endangered Species Act protections for wolves across most of the nation. Two coalitions of advocacy groups filed lawsuits in U.S. District Court in Northern
Madrid Mayor Says Snowstorm Caused Nearly $2 Billion in Damage
MADRID — Madrid’s mayor on Thursday called on the central government to declare Spain’s capital a disaster zone, warning that the damage caused by last weekend’s snowstorm would cost at least 1.4 billion euros, or $1.7 billion, to fix. Mayor
Lisa Murkowski Signals She is Open to Convicting Trump
Senator Lisa Murkowski, Republican of Alaska, said on Thursday that the House had acted “appropriately” in impeaching President Trump, signaling possible support for convicting him at a Senate trial in a statement that called his actions “unlawful” and said that
The UK Bans Travel from Latin America, Portugal Citing Concern About Brazilian Variant
Britain said on Thursday that it would ban arrivals from Latin American countries and Portugal over fears of a coronavirus variant discovered in Brazil. In recent weeks, British authorities have already struggled to contain the spread of a different coronavirus
Dodgers and Corey Knebel avoid arbitration, agreeing on a one-year, $5.25-million deal
The Dodgers avoided arbitration with reliever Corey Knebel on Thursday, agreeing to terms with the veteran right-hander on a one-year, $5.25-million deal a day before Friday’s deadline for arbitration-eligible players and teams to exchange 2021 salary figures. Knebel, 29, was
Lightfoot wants to reopen bars and restaurants as soon as possible
Mayor Lori Lightfoot talks about COVID-19 vaccinations Thursday at Richard J. Daley College, the first of six mass distribution sites opening in the city. | Ashlee Rezin Garcia/Sun-Times “We are at the point where we need to be talking about
Adriano Espaillat is the latest member of Congress to test positive for the virus after Capitol siege.
Representative Adriano Espaillat, Democrat of New York, announced on Thursday he had tested positive for the coronavirus, as concerns continue to mount on Capitol Hill that efforts to corral lawmakers into secure locations during last week’s siege by Trump supporters
NY attorney general sues NYPD over Floyd protest response
New York’s attorney general sued the New York Police Department on Thursday, calling the rough treatment of protesters against racial injustice last spring part of a longstanding pattern of abuse that stemmed from inadequate training, supervision and discipline. Attorney General
Biden Set to Call for Big Spending on Stimulus and Vaccines
WASHINGTON — President-elect Joseph R. Biden Jr. on Thursday is expected to outline proposals for trillions of dollars in government spending to combat the coronavirus pandemic and its effects on the economy, with an initial focus on large-scale expansions of
Ducks hope mixture of veterans and youngsters can end playoff drought
The Ducks open their season Thursday night on the road against the Vegas Golden Knights. Here is a look at their season-opening roster: Forwards: Nicolas Deslauriers, Ryan Getzlaf, Derek Grant, Danton Heinen, Adam Henrique, Isac Lundestrom, Sonny Milano, Rickard Rakell,
As Trump Reels, Fox News Has a Message for Viewers: Stick With Us
His president reeling, his cable network at a crossroads, Tucker Carlson began his show on Thursday night asking a question that has echoed for weeks among anchors and producers at Fox News: “What is life going to be like for
Glenbrook North grieves student-athlete Dylan Buckner
Glenbrook North senior Dylan Buckner, 18, who died Thursday, was a team captain for Spartans football head coach Matt Purdy. “Dylan will be remembered for his tremendous work ethic and kind heart,” Purdy said Friday. | Courtesy of Raymond Joyce
A timeline of the life of Tommy Lasorda, who died Thursday at 93
A timeline look at the life of Tom Lasorda, who died Thursday night of a heart attack at age 93: Sept. 22, 1927: Born Thomas Charles Lasorda in Norristown, Pa. Before 1945 season: Signs with the Philadelphia Phillies. Assigned to
Police Officer Brian Sicknick Dies from Injuries in Pro-Trump Rampage
A United States Capitol Police officer died Thursday night from injuries sustained when he engaged with a pro-Trump mob that descended on the U.S. Capitol the day before. Officer Brian D. Sicknick died at about 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, the
A Capitol Police officer dies from injuries sustained during the pro-Trump rampage.
A United States Capitol Police officer died Thursday night from injuries sustained when he engaged with a pro-Trump mob that descended on the U.S. Capitol the day before. Officer Brian D. Sicknick died at about 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, the
No. 12 Illinois rallies past Northwestern with 53-13 edge in second half
Illinois center Kofi Cockburn goes up for a shot against Northwestern on Thursday night in Evanston. | Nam Y. Huh/AP Kofi Cockburn scored 13 of his 18 points in the second half, and the Illini turned a 16-point, first-half deficit
College basketball: Corey Kispert, Suggs lead Gonzaga past rival BYU
Corey Kispert scored 23 points as top-ranked Gonzaga beat rival BYU 86-69 on Thursday in a hastily scheduled game after both teams lost their original opponents to COVID-19 issues. Jalen Suggs added 16 points for Gonzaga, while Drew Timme and
Garcetti’s plea to U.S. leaders: Coronavirus-rocked L.A. needs more resources
Mayor Eric Garcetti on Thursday, Jan. 7, urged U.S. leaders to throw a lifeline to coronavirus-rocked Los Angeles in the form of additional vaccines, more trained medical professionals and other resources. Just after the mayor’s plea, L.A. County public health
Protesters in New York Urge Ouster of Trump and Pence
A crowd of several thousand anti-Trump protesters gathered at Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Thursday evening, and then filled Flatbush Avenue for a peaceful march to the Prospect Park West home of Senator Chuck Schumer, Democrat of New York. As
Betsy DeVos, education secretary, is second cabinet member to resign.
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos submitted her resignation in a letter to President Trump on Thursday, saying she would step down on Friday. “We should be highlighting and celebrating your administration’s many accomplishments on behalf of the American people,” she wrote
Justice Dept. Open to Pursuing Charges Against Trump in Inciting Riot
WASHINGTON — The Justice Department said on Thursday that it would not rule out pursuing charges against President Trump for his possible role in inciting the mob that marched to the Capitol, overwhelmed officers and stormed the building a day
In New Video, Trump Address Violence at Capitol and New Administration
President Trump came the closest to a concession statement on Thursday as he has so far in a videotaped address from the White House, a day after he helped steer his supporters toward the Capitol, where they rioted and overtook
Rams’ Jared Goff: ‘If I have to play at any point, I’m ready to play’
Rams quarterback Jared Goff said Thursday that his surgically repaired right thumb was “progressing well” but stopped short of saying he would play in the NFC wild-card playoff game Saturday against the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle. “I think that’s what