Iran says top nuclear scientist 'assassinated' in shootout
No group immediately claimed responsibility for the attack. Israel has been suspected of carrying out targeted killings of Iranian nuclear scientists, but did not comment on the incident.
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Chart COVID-19's daily death count. Plus, maps that show local and US impact
See for yourself how and where COVID-19 coronavirus is spreading, and how fast, in our state and nation. The U.S. averages 172,000 new cases per day and 1,529 deaths. Plus, view our easy interactive guide to protect yourself.
US economy teetering as pandemic inflicts damage; plus the virus numbers you need to know
A flurry of data released Wednesday suggested that the spread of the virus is intensifying the threats to an economy still struggling to recover from the deep recession that struck in early spring.
Trump pardons Michael Flynn, former national security adviser
President Donald Trump pardoned his former national security adviser, Michael Flynn, on Wednesday. Flynn pleaded guilty to lying to FBI agents investigating Russian interference in the 2016 election.
27 COVID-19 deaths at Illinois veterans home prompts probe; US jobless claims keep climbing
The latest on the virus: Tuesday's US death toll reached 2,100; warnings ahead of Thanksgiving gatherings; the latest virus numbers.
Keep the mask: A vaccine won't end the virus crisis right away. Here's the latest.
Despite the expected arrival of COVID-19 vaccines in just a few weeks, it could take several months — probably well into 2021 — before things get back to something close to normal in the U.S.
Beyoncé leads Grammy nominations with 9. See who else is nominated.
Beyoncé picked up song and record of the year bids with "Black Parade," which she released on Juneteenth. See who else earned Grammy nominations today.
Dow crests 30,000 points on vaccine hopes, Biden transition
Investors are encouraged by the latest progress on developing coronavirus vaccines and news that the transition of power to President-elect Joe Biden will finally begin.
GSA ascertains President-elect Joe Biden as winner, beginning formal transition process
The General Services Administration has ascertained that President-elect Joe Biden is the “apparent winner” of the Nov. 3 election, clearing the way for the start of the transition from Donald Trump's administration.
States impose new rules, plead with public to stop spread; millions stick to Thanksgiving travel plans
State and local officials nationwide are imposing new coronavirus restrictions and pleading with the public in an increasingly desperate attempt to stop the explosive spread of the disease.
Michigan certifies Biden win despite Trump’s GOP overtures
Michigan election officials on Monday certified Democrat Joe Biden’s 154,000-vote victory in the state amid President Donald Trump’s brazen attempts to subvert the results of the election.
3rd major COVID-19 vaccine shown to be effective and cheaper. Get the latest developments.
AstraZeneca said Monday that late-stage trials showed its vaccine was up to 90% effective, cheaper and easier to transport. Get the latest virus news.
Get a virus test before you travel, experts say as some US states revert to 'near-lockdown'
The coronavirus is taking an increasingly dire toll this week just as a vaccine appears closer at hand. Some states and cities will impose sharper restrictions. Get the rundown, plus a look at spread in our counties, state and nation.
What does emergency use for a COVID-19 vaccine mean? Plus, another US senator tests positive
Virus update: What does emergency use of a COVID-19 vaccine mean? Plus, another U.S. senator has tested positive. Here's the latest news.
Pfizer seeking emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine in US
Pfizer said Friday it is asking U.S. regulators to allow emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine, starting the clock on a process that could bring limited first shots as early as next month and eventually an end to the pandemic.
Georgia affirms Biden win; Trump, lawyers step up efforts to overturn other results
A hand tally of ballots affirm Democrat Joe Biden's narrow lead over President Donald Trump. But Trump and lawyers are pressing forward with several cases aimed at blocking or delaying the certification of election results in key battleground states.
Stay home on Thanksgiving, CDC urges; and more updates as U.S. tries to control virus
It was the firmest guidance yet from the government on curtailing traditional gatherings to fight the outbreak. Plus: Managers accused of betting on how many workers would get sick, and 9 charts that show where and how fast the virus spreads in our communities.
Virus testing strained again heading into holidays; jobless claims increase as pandemic worsens
Coronavirus update: Long lines to get tested have reappeared across the U.S., while the number of Americans seeking unemployment aid rose last week — the first increase in five weeks. Here's the latest.
US death toll reaches 250,000 as virus overwhelms hospitals; Who will be first to get COVID-19 vaccines?
Conditions inside the nation’s hospitals are deteriorating by the day as the coronavirus rages across the U.S. at an unrelenting pace and the death toll has reached 250,000. Here's the latest.
Virus update: Toilet paper limits, empty shelves are back; FDA OKs first at-home rapid test
A rise in new coronavirus cases in the U.S. is sending people back to stores to stockpile again, leaving shelves bare and forcing retailers to put limits on purchases.
