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Lack of water frustrates firefighters on the front lines

Lack of water frustrates firefighters on the front lines

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Supreme Court allows Trump’s sentencing in hush money case 00:46 Almost 200,000 acres scorched by Southern California wildfires 04:12 Powerful tributes at state funeral for Jimmy Carter 01:40 Symbols of hope amid devastation in Pacific Palisades 01:58 Residents face major insurance challenges after L.A. wildfires …

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‘Pizzagate’ gunman killed by police during traffic stop in North Carolina

‘Pizzagate’ gunman killed by police during traffic stop in North Carolina

The “pizzagate” gunman who fired his rifle in a Washington, D.C., pizza restaurant in 2016, acting on a debunked conspiracy theory, has died after police shot him in a traffic stop. Edgar Maddison Welch was shot by police over the weekend and died from his injuries Monday, authorities in North Carolina said Thursday. Almost 10 years ago, Welch made national …

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Trudeau says he joked about a trade for Vermont or California when Trump raised annexing Canada

Trudeau says he joked about a trade for Vermont or California when Trump raised annexing Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that he mused over a trade for Vermont or California in response to President-elect Donald Trump signaling an interest in annexing Canada. Trudeau recounted the exchange, which he said Trump “immediately” decided was no longer funny, when asked during an MSNBC interview whether the president-elect had previously discussed annexation with him. “It actually sort of …

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VW’s Scout has more than 50,000 reservations for upcoming EVs as automaker aims to grow U.S. share

VW’s Scout has more than 50,000 reservations for upcoming EVs as automaker aims to grow U.S. share

LAS VEGAS — Scout Motors has received more than 50,000 refundable reservation deposits for its first electric pickups and SUVs, according to Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume. Volkswagen revived Scout, which was an American brand from 1961 to 1980, and revealed production-intent vehicles of its Terra pickup truck and Traveler SUV in October. The vehicles will be offered as all-electric models or extended-range electric …

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Democratic Sen. John Fetterman to meet with Trump

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman to meet with Trump

WASHINGTON — Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania says he is planning to meet with President-elect Donald Trump. “President Trump invited me to meet, and I accepted. I’m the Senator for all Pennsylvanians — not just Democrats in Pennsylvania,” Fetterman said in a statement. “I’ve been clear that no one is my gatekeeper. I will meet with and have a …

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New Mexico Supreme Court strikes down local abortion restrictions

New Mexico Supreme Court strikes down local abortion restrictions

SANTA FE, N.M. — The New Mexico Supreme Court on Thursday struck down abortion restrictions by conservative cities and counties at the request of the state attorney general. The unanimous opinion reinforces the state’s position as having some of the most liberal abortion laws in the country. The ruling preserves access to abortion procedures across a state that has become …

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L.A. officials say looters ‘targeting vulnerable communities’ will be held accountable

L.A. officials say looters ‘targeting vulnerable communities’ will be held accountable

Los Angeles County public officials are vowing to crack down on people allegedly stealing from homes as devastating wildfires rip through the region, insisting that lawbreakers will face consequences. “In the midst of the emergency, we have all seen individuals who are targeting vulnerable communities by burglarizing and looting homes. This is simply unacceptable,” Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger …

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Senate set to advance Laken Riley Act to crack down on illegal immigration

Senate set to advance Laken Riley Act to crack down on illegal immigration

WASHINGTON — The Senate is scheduled to vote Thursday to begin debate on the Laken Riley Act, a Republican-led bill aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration that has attracted significant support from Democrats. Democrats are expected to provide enough votes to overcome the 60-vote threshold in the GOP-controlled Senate to advance the legislation. But some have suggested they want …

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Biden reflects on his ‘deep friendship’ with Jimmy Carter

Biden reflects on his ‘deep friendship’ with Jimmy Carter

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. UP NEXT Biden: Impact from California wildfires is ‘astounding’ 02:36 ‘A reminder just how broad his impact was’: Judy Woodruff on the tribute to Jimmy Carter 04:40 ‘Trying to avoid any sentencing whatsoever’: Trump appeals to Supreme Court over hush money case 07:32 Garland intends …

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Steven Ford delivers Carter eulogy written by his father, Gerald Ford

Steven Ford delivers Carter eulogy written by his father, Gerald Ford

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Steven Ford delivers Carter eulogy written by his father, Gerald Ford 11:23 UP NEXT Joshua Carter reflects on his grandfather teaching Sunday school and helping others 02:55 Obama and Trump chat ahead of Carter funeral 01:03 Amanda Gorman: California fires show an ‘uptick …

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