US & World Archives

Portland mayor tells police he pepper-sprayed a man who harassed him over mask policies

January 26, 2021 12:49 AM CNN Newsource

Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler told police Sunday night that he used pepper spray on a man who had been harassing him about Covid-19 mask policies…

A judge has approved a $17 million settlement plan for sexual misconduct victims of Harvey Weinstein

January 25, 2021 10:21 PM CNN Newsource

A US bankruptcy judge has approved a Weinstein Company liquidation plan that allocates over $17 million for Harvey Weinstein’s sexual…

A Disney World ticket booker alerted police to a domestic violence victim after taking their call

January 25, 2021 10:05 PM CNN Newsource

A Walt Disney World employee who took a call from a woman in Pennsylvania inquiring about booking tickets to the Florida resort on January 9 alerted…

January 25 coronavirus news

January 25, 2021 9:58 PM CNN Newsource

THE VIRUS OUTBREAK: — Online error messages and jammed-up hotlines slow vaccine rollout for those over 80 in Germany’s North Rhine-Westphalia…

In the nearly 232-year history of the US Senate there have only been 11 Black senators

January 25, 2021 9:42 PM CNN Newsource

Congress set a new diversity record this year with its highest-ever number of women and racial minorities, including 60 Black lawmakers. But…

Man in custody after Portland vehicle killed one pedestrian and injured at least five others

January 25, 2021 8:58 PM CNN

A man is in custody following an incident on Monday afternoon during which a vehicle struck at least six people — killing one — in…

Fauci says he worried Trump’s disinfectant comment would make people ‘start doing dangerous and foolish things’

January 25, 2021 8:05 PM CNN

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s leading infectious disease expert, said Monday evening he was extremely worried by former President Donald…

The viral meme of Bernie Sanders has been made into a crocheted doll, and it’s now being auctioned for charity

January 25, 2021 7:46 PM CNN Newsource

The image from President Joe Biden’s inauguration of Sen. Bernie Sanders sitting with his legs crossed wearing brown and white gloves made a…

Sarah Huckabee Sanders announces bid for Arkansas governor

January 25, 2021 7:45 PM CNN

Sarah Huckabee Sanders, President Donald Trump’s former press secretary, announced Monday that she is running for governor of Arkansas.…

U.S. House sends impeachment article to Senate, triggering trial

January 25, 2021 10:39 AM CNN Newsource, ABC News

UPDATE: WASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. House impeachment case against Donald Trump has been delivered to the Senate for his upcoming trial. House…

Man in custody after Portland vehicle killed one pedestrian and injured five others over a dozen blocks

January 25, 2021 6:59 PM CNN Newsource

A man is in custody following an incident on Monday afternoon during which a vehicle struck at least six people — killing one — in…

Tom Brady’s dad reveals ‘life and death’ battle with Covid-19

January 25, 2021 6:28 PM CNN Newsource

Tom Brady’s father spent almost three weeks in the hospital with Covid-19, he revealed Monday, calling it a “matter of life and…

Man in custody after Portland vehicle struck, injured at least six pedestrians over a dozen blocks

January 25, 2021 5:57 PM CNN Newsource

A man is in custody following an incident on Monday afternoon during which a vehicle struck at least six people in Portland, Oregon, authorities…

An American Sign Language interpreter will now appear at all White House press briefings

January 25, 2021 5:57 PM CNN Newsource

The Biden administration will have an American Sign Language interpreter at every White House briefing, press secretary Jen Psaki said Monday.…

Man who says he was hit by Tacoma police car claims he was left traumatized

January 25, 2021 5:45 PM CNN Newsource

A man who claims he was struck by a police cruiser in Tacoma, Washington — an incident that sparked a weekend protest — said he will…

California paid $11 billion in bogus jobless claims last year, investigating possible fraud involving $20 billion more

January 25, 2021 5:35 PM Associated Press

LOS ANGELES (AP) — California officials say hackers, identity thieves and overseas criminal rings stole an estimated $11.4 billion in unemployment…

Brazil variant of coronavirus detected in U.S. for 1st time

January 25, 2021 5:25 PM CNN Newsource

While all viruses mutate over time, some variants of the novel coronavirus are worrying scientists. Several strains appear to be more transmissible…

Trump impeachment case handed off to Senate after formal procession across Capitol

January 25, 2021 5:04 PM Associated Press

WASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. House impeachment case against Donald Trump has been delivered to the Senate for his upcoming trial. House Democratic…

These entertainment industry workers are offering to help Biden with the Covid-19 vaccine rollout

January 25, 2021 4:46 PM CNN Newsource

Out-of-work backstage crews in the entertainment industry are volunteering to help in the fight against Covid-19. In a letter addressed to President…

At least five people injured in Portland after vehicle hits multiple pedestrians

January 25, 2021 4:35 PM CNN Newsource

A vehicle struck at least five people in Portland, Oregon, on Monday afternoon, authorities said. The city’s Fire and Rescue department said…

Senate confirms Janet Yellen as treasury secretary, 1st woman to hold the position

January 25, 2021 4:23 PM Associated Press

WASHINGTON, DC — Janet Yellen has been confirmed as President Joe Biden’s treasury secretary in an overwhelming Senate vote. She is the first…

Oklahoma lawmaker proposes a bill that calls for creation of a Bigfoot hunting season

January 25, 2021 4:18 PM CNN Newsource

Bigfoot may be a considered a myth — but that’s not stopping one Oklahoma lawmaker from proposing open season on the creature. Rep.…

Protesters gather in Tacoma as an officer who drove into a crowd is placed on administrative leave

January 25, 2021 4:05 PM CNN

About 150 people gathered in downtown Tacoma, Washington, on Sunday to protest the city’s police department after an officer drove into a crowd…

California lifts regional stay-at-home orders as ICU crowding eases

January 25, 2021 3:44 PM CNN Newsource

California health officials ended the state’s regional stay-at-home order on Monday, saying the latest projections for intensive care unit…

Puerto Rico declares a state of emergency due to gender-based violence

January 25, 2021 2:38 PM CNN Newsource

Puerto Rico is declaring a state of emergency over gender-based violence, delivering on a demand made by activists in recent years after a wave of…

Biden signs order aimed at strengthening U.S. manufacturing

January 25, 2021 6:51 AM CNN Newsource, ABC News

UPDATE: As he signed a “Made in America” executive order Monday afternoon, President Joe Biden delivered remarks on how he was fulfilling a long-time…

China’s President Xi Jinping pushes global cooperation, saying ‘arrogant isolation will always fail’

January 25, 2021 1:26 PM CNN

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for a return to multilateralism, with leaders working together to put the global economy back on track, in…

Stimulus checks, unemployment and more: Here’s the aid that’s coming — and what might be coming soon

January 25, 2021 1:15 PM CNN Newsource

There’s lots of talk of all the federal assistance going to Americans and small businesses in need. But while some is already approved, not all…

Indianapolis police have arrested a minor in connection with the fatal shooting of 5 people, including a pregnant woman

January 25, 2021 1:07 PM CNN

Indianapolis Metro Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the shooting deaths of five people and an unborn child, police said Monday.…

Dow Jones Industrial Average Fast Facts

January 25, 2021 12:38 PM CNN Newsource

Here’s a look at the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Facts The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a stock index comprised of 30…