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Elections & Campaigns

Here’s the letter that Biden wrote to say he would no longer seek reelection

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Sunday posted a letter to social media announcing that he would no longer seek reelection. Read more

by Associated Press, Sunday, July 21, 2024 3:01 pm

Elections & Campaigns

What happens next: Joe Biden wants to pass the baton to Kamala Harris. Here’s how that might work

ATLANTA — With President Joe Biden ending his reelection bid and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris, Democrats now must navigate a shift that is unprecedented this late ... Read more

by Associated Press, Sunday, July 21, 2024 2:57 pm

Elections & Campaigns

Biden drops out of 2024 race after disastrous debate inflamed age concerns. VP Harris gets his nod

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection after a disastrous debate with Donald ... Read more

by Associated Press, Sunday, July 21, 2024 2:52 pm

Elections & Campaigns

Biden’s campaign faces critical moment, as Democrats encourage him to consider exiting 2024 race

WASHINGTON — Critical days ahead, President Joe Biden is facing the stark reality that many Democrats at the highest levels want him to consider how stepping ... Read more

by Associated Press, Friday, July 19, 2024 7:18 am

Elections & Campaigns

Republicans emerge from their convention thrilled with Trump and talking about a blowout victory

MILWAUKEE — The last time Republicans gathered for a full convention, they were plagued by internal division and fear. Morale was near rock bottom. And ... Read more

by Associated Press, Friday, July 19, 2024 7:15 am

News

Widespread technology outage disrupts flights, banks, media outlets and companies around the world

FRANKFURT, Germany — A global technology outage grounded flights, knocked banks and hospital systems offline and media outlets off air on Friday in a massive disruption ... Read more

by Associated Press, Friday, July 19, 2024 7:12 am

Elections & Campaigns

Prominent Democrat Schiff calls for Biden to withdraw: Democrats aim to nominate before convention

WASHINGTON — California Rep. Adam Schiff on Wednesday became the highest-profile Democrat to call for President Joe Biden to drop his reelection bid, even as ... Read more

by Associated Press, Wednesday, July 17, 2024 4:45 pm

Lynx/WNBA

Mitchell drops 21, Boston and Clark score 17 each as Fever top Lynx

MINNEAPOLIS — Kelsey Mitchell scored 21 points, and Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark finished with 17 points each to help the Indiana Fever beat the ... Read more

by Associated Press, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 4:32 pm

Cops, Courts & Fires

Man accused of holding girlfriend captive in dorm room reaches deal

ST. PAUL — A man who was accused of holding his girlfriend captive in her dorm room at a Minnesota college for three days while ... Read more

by Associated Press, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 4:23 pm

Cops, Courts & Fires

Minnesota’s ban on gun carry permits for young adults is unconstitutional, appeals court rules

MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota’s law that bans people ages 18 to 20 from getting permits to carry guns in public is unconstitutional, a federal appeals court ... Read more

by Associated Press, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 4:15 pm

News

UnitedHealth sticks to 2024 outlook despite high costs from cyberattack

UnitedHealth topped second-quarter forecasts but remains cautious about the year as it continues to eat costs from a massive cyberattack and deals with rising medical ... Read more

by Associated Press, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 3:32 pm

Cops, Courts & Fires

What is known and not known about the attempt on Trump’s life and its aftermath

So far, details about the man who authorities say tried to kill former President Donald Trump amount to little more than a stick-figure drawing: a ... Read more

by Associated Press, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 3:24 pm

Elections & Campaigns

Trump announces Vance as VP pick

MILWAUKEE — Donald Trump says Ohio Sen. JD Vance will be his vice presidential pick. He says on his Truth Social Network that, “After lengthy ... Read more

by Associated Press, Monday, July 15, 2024 2:16 pm

Elections & Campaigns

Trump heads to convention as authorities investigate motive, security in assassination attempt

BUTLER, Pa. — Former President Donald Trump called for unity and resilience Sunday after an attempt on his life injected fresh uncertainty into an already tumultuous presidential campaign, ... Read more

by Associated Press, Monday, July 15, 2024 5:22 am

Cops, Courts & Fires

Trump is injured but ‘fine’ after apparent assassination attempt leaves rally-goer and gunman dead

BUTLER, Pa. — On the heels of an apparent attempt to kill him, former President Donald Trump called Sunday for unity and resilience as shocked ... Read more

by Associated Press, Saturday, July 13, 2024 6:06 pm

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