
National
Pelosi: House to condemn ‘forms of hatred’ after Omar words
Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday the House will vote on a resolution condemning anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, white supremacy and other forms of hate.
7 years ago
Cory Booker promises to bring America together. But how?
Speaking to NPR about his run for the presidency, the New Jersey Democrat used phrases like "coalitions of conscience," "sacred honor" and "courageous empathy."
7 years ago
One reason rural students don’t go to college: Colleges don’t go to them
"People tend to overlook the rural areas. I think it's kind of disappointing because some able students could get looked over."
7 years ago
Bill raising federal minimum wage to $15 heads to U.S. House floor
A bill to raise the federal minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 an hour has cleared a legislative hurdle that sets it up for a future vote by the House of Representatives.
7 years ago
Second judge blocks Trump administration’s Census citizenship question plans
U.S. District Judge Richard Seeborg of California found that the administration's decision to add the question violated administrative law.
7 years ago
Dissent among Dems over response to Omar’s Israel remarks
A meeting of House Democrats turned contentious as some new members confronted leaders over a resolution implicitly rebuking Rep. Ilhan Omar over her comments on Israel.
7 years ago
Migrant families arrive in busloads as border crossings hit 10-year high
The U.S. Border Patrol apprehended more than 66,000 migrants at the Southern border in February, the highest total for a single month in almost a decade.
7 years ago
Police arrest 84 after Stephon Clark protest in East Sacramento
The police response to Monday's march was a stark contrast to last year, when officers made only a handful of arrests despite protesters shutting down Interstate 5.
7 years ago
For Mardi Gras, a parade celebrates Mexican immigrants in New Orleans
This year, a krewe for Mardi Gras formed by Mexican immigrants — Krewe de Mayahuel — showcased Mexican history and art.
7 years ago
House Judiciary launches probe of allegations of obstruction by President Trump
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler says his panel is investigating allegations of obstruction of justice, corruption and abuse of power by the administration.
7 years ago
Narberth native, former Colorado Gov. Hickenlooper declares 2020 presidential bid
John Hickenlooper casted himself as a can-do uniter who's used to overcoming adversity and accomplishing liberal goals in a politically divided state.
7 years ago
Senate seems to have votes to reject Trump’s wall move
Opponents appear to have enough Senate votes to reject his move, now that Republican Rand Paul of Kentucky has said he can't go along with the White House.
7 years ago
Democratic presidential candidates marking Selma anniversary
Sens. Cory Booker and Bernie Sanders are gathered at one of America's seminal civil rights sites on Sunday to pay homage to that legacy.
7 years ago
House to query 60 Trump officials in obstruction probe
Declaring it's "very clear" President Trump obstructed justice, the chairman of the House committee in charge of impeachment says the panel is requesting documents Monday.
7 years ago
Looking beyond Mueller, Democrats cast investigative nets
Emboldened by their new majority, Democrats are undertaking several broad new investigations into President Donald Trump and setting the stage for a post-Robert Mueller world.
7 years ago