UPDATE: Biden sworn in as nation’s 46th president
UPDATE WASHINGTON — Joe Biden became the 46th President of the United States today, declaring that “democracy has prevailed.” He swore the oath of office…
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On Day One, Biden to undo Trump policies on climate, virus
WASHINGTON — In his first hours as president, Joe Biden will aim to strike at the heart of President Donald Trump’s policy legacy, signing a…
UPDATE: Trump leaves White House, says ‘It’s been a great honor’
UPDATE WASHINGTON — Donald Trump pumped his fist and waved as he departed the White House on Marine One today for the last time as…
Mega Millions jackpot now $970 million; Powerball up to $730 million
DES MOINES — Lottery players will have another shot at the third-largest jackpot in U.S. history after Tuesday night’s drawing didn’t turn up a winner….
Biden’s nominees promise fresh approach on national security
WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Joe Biden’s nominees to lead his national security team promised a turnabout from the Trump administration’s approach to national security, saying…
Wall Street’s momentum swings back as stocks, yields tick up
NEW YORK — Stocks are ticking higher on Wall Street today, recovering some of last week’s losses to pull closer to their record highs. The…
Mega Millions jackpot now $850 million; Powerball up to $730 million
DES MOINES — Lottery players will have another shot tonight at the third-largest jackpot in U.S. history. The Mega Millions top prize has hit an…
Poll: Virus, economy swamp other priorities for U.S.
WASHINGTON — Containing the coronavirus outbreak and repairing the economic damage it has inflicted are the top priorities for Americans as Joe Biden prepares to…
Everyone over 65 next in line for vaccine in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Everyone over age 65 in Wisconsin will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine starting on Monday, a group of 700,000 people that…
Germany’s 2020 borrowing comes in well short of forecast
BERLIN — Germany borrowed 130.5 billion euros ($157.5 billion) last year as it loosened budget rules to help finance pandemic-related rescue and stimulus packages —…