A federal judge in Montana blocked further work on the Keystone XL oil pipeline this week. Construction was scheduled to start in January 2019 and TransCanada says it’s still committed to the project.
Childbirth In The Age Of Addiction: New Mom Worries About Maintaining Her Sobriety
Pain medications commonly used in labor present medical and mental challenges for pregnant women recovering from opioid addiction.
The Russia Investigations: Who’s Running The Justice Department?
The president’s appointment of a new acting AG ejected Jeff Sessions and leapfrogged Deputy AG Rod Rosenstein, the only person at DOJ who the president may like less than Sessions or Robert Mueller.
Michelle Obama Tells NPR She ‘Never Ever’ Would Have Chosen Politics For Herself
“It was very difficult being married to a man that felt like politics was his destiny,” the former first lady tells All Things Considered host Audie Cornish in a wide-ranging interview about her life.
Man Suspected Of Mailing Pipe Bombs Is Indicted And Faces Life In Prison
A 30-count indictment was handed up in Manhattan federal court on Friday for Cesar Sayoc, the Florida man who is accused of sending pipe bombs by mail to prominent Trump critics.
Driver Who Slammed Into Church Bus Sentenced To 55 Years In Prison
Thirteen people on the bus were killed. Jack Young made a tearful apology to the victims’ families on Friday. He was under the influence of drugs when he drove head-on into the bus.
AI News Anchor Makes Debut In China
“This is my very first day at Xinhua News Agency,” says a sharply dressed artificial intelligence news anchor. “I look forward to bringing you the brand new news experiences.”
What Do Blue And Red America Have In Common? Craft Breweries — And More
There are some things in America that you can find in both Montana and Manhattan.
FDA Cracks Down On E-Cigarette Sales To Curb Teen Vaping
The Food and Drug Administration is set to ban sales of e-cigarettes at gas stations and convenience stores, which is where teens often go to buy them.
Pelosi Confident She’ll Be Speaker Despite Effort To Derail Her Bid
A group of roughly 10 House Democrats is organizing an effort to oppose Pelosi as the next speaker of the House, but they admit they don’t have an alternative candidate yet.
Deaths From Gun Violence: How The U.S. Compares With The Rest Of The World
A new report says the U.S. has the 28th-highest rate in the world: 4.43 deaths due to gun violence per 100,000 people in 2017. By contrast, Bangladesh saw 0.07 deaths per 100,000 people.
Trump Falsely Claims Not To Know The Man He Hand-Picked As Acting Attorney General
Trump said on Friday that he doesn’t know Matthew Whitaker. Last month on television, the president said not only that he knew him but that he is a “great guy.”
‘A Hurting City’: Thousand Oaks Grieves Victims Of The Borderline Shooting
“Tonight, we are a hurting city,” Mayor Andy Fox told a large crowd of people who had gathered for a vigil at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza.
Why Did Bill Gates Give A Talk With A Jar Of Human Poop By His Side?
Since 2011, the tech mogul has poured $200 million into developing new and improved toilets. At his Reinvented Toilet Expo in Beijing, the innovations were showcased for the first time.
After A Year Of Turmoil, New VA Secretary Says ‘Waters Are Calmer’
Robert Wilkie is President Trump’s second VA secretary; his first was fired after clashing with political appointees. Wilkie insists he’s put an end to infighting at the department.
Michelle Obama Tells The Story Of ‘Becoming’ Herself — And The Struggle To Hang On
The former first lady’s new book is a story about her history, how that influenced who she is — and learning to adapt after agreeing to let that life be hijacked by politics.
Military To Get Greater Scrutiny With Democrats Controlling The House
The Trump administration’s military operations in Afghanistan, Syria and Iraq have been relatively free of congressional oversight. That will change in the House when Democrats take control next year.
As Florida Races Narrow, Trump And Scott Spread Claims Of Fraud Without Evidence
Voters should be worried about “rampant voter fraud in Palm Beach and Broward counties,” said Senate candidate and Florida Gov. Rick Scott. Experts say previous claims of widespread fraud are false.
3 Stabbed, 1 Dead In Australia In Incident Police Say Is Possible Terrorism
The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attack in Melbourne in which a knife-wielding man lunged at passersby before being shot and killed by police.
What 2018 Elections Could Tell Us About The 2020 Presidential Map
Florida remains the most important state for Trump in his re-election, and Republicans are just barely hanging on in big races. Democratic gains in Rust Belt states could spell trouble.
In A Setback For Trump, Judge Blocks Keystone XL Pipeline Construction
Judge Brian Morris wrote the State Department’s analysis of the pipeline’s potential environmental impact fell short of a “hard look” on several items, including greenhouse gas emissions.
‘This Is Going To Be Absolutely Heart-Wrenching’: The Thousand Oaks Shooting Victims
Not all the victims’ names have been released, but among those confirmed are six men and three women. They range from 18 to 54 — a reflection of the crowd drawn to the bar’s “College Country Night.”
Satanists Sue Netflix, Warner Bros. For $150M, Saying ‘Sabrina’ Copied Their Statue
The Satanic Temple has used the statue to protest for freedom of religion. Now, it says the media giants have lifted its copyrighted design for a depiction of evil in the streaming series.
Duck Boat Captain Indicted In Missouri Lake Accident That Killed 17
Kenneth McKee was charged with 17 federal counts of criminal negligence, misconduct and inattention to duty. U.S. Attorney Tim Garrison said, “Each represents a life that was lost.”
Paradise, Calif., Destroyed By Wildfire, Authorities Say
The entire town of 27,000 people was evacuated in front of the wildfire in Northern California. The fire is the latest in a string of disastrous wildfires to hit the state in the past year.
Trump Administration Seeks To Limit Asylum-Seekers With New Rule
The change announced on Thursday is designed to prohibit migrants who cross the border outside of designated entry points from seeking asylum in the U.S. It is almost certain to face legal challenges.
After Midterm Defeat, Advocates For Montana’s Medicaid Expansion Turn To Legislature
If a funding extension can’t be hammered out in the Montana Legislature, the state could be the first to undo an expansion of Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act.
Plagued By War and Famine, Yemen Is ‘No Longer A Functioning State,’ Journalist Warns
In 2015, Saudi Arabia initiated a bombing campaign against Yemen that continues today. Journalist Robert Worth says the results have been devastating — and that the U.S. shares some of the blame.
Health Care For The Migrant Caravan: Flu, Blisters But Definitely Not Smallpox
At a rest stop in Mexico City, adults are treated for respiratory and stomach bugs. Their feet are in bad shape. There’s anxiety and fear among adults and children. But … definitely no smallpox.
Scorecard: Trump Declares ‘Great Victory,’ But 34 Of His Candidates Lost
Trump highlighted the success of candidates he held rallies for, embracing the idea that the midterms were a referendum on him. But his record is far more mixed than he lets on.
What We Know About The Thousand Oaks Shooting Suspect
Authorities have identified the gunman as Ian David Long, 28, a Marine Corps veteran. The Ventura County, Calif., sheriff says his office had a number of interactions with Long in recent years.
It’s Not Over: Days After Election, These Races Are Still Undecided
While Democrats won control of the House, and Republicans expanded their majority in the Senate, many individual races remain too close to call.
In Georgia, Kemp Claims Victory, But Won’t Oversee Potential Recount
The Republican announced he would resign as secretary of state on Thursday after a lawsuit was filed calling it a conflict of interest for him to oversee the vote count in the governor’s race.
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Hospitalized After Falling, Fracturing 3 Ribs
The 85-year-old justice fell in her office at the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday evening. She has been hospitalized for “observation and treatment.”
Heightened Security As Brett Kavanaugh Formally Takes Supreme Court Seat
The court said that because of security concerns, Kavanaugh would not walk down the court’s long outside staircase with the chief justice.
Kavanaugh Accuser Christine Blasey Ford Continues Receiving Threats, Lawyers Say
Christine Blasey Ford’s lawyers say she isn’t interested in publicity or a book deal. She is struggling to get her life back on track following her testimony in the Senate.