Story
How the Republican Health Care Bill Fell Apart
The Republicans' signature campaign promise to repeal and replace Obamacare came to a screeching halt Monday night after Sens. Mike Lee of Utah and Jerry Moran of Kansas came together, shocked Capitol Hill and vowed to vote against the latest draft of the GOP's health care bill.
Story
Birthday Advice From Apprentice Trump for White House Trump
President Donald Trump celebrates his 71st birthday on Wednesday, marking his first birthday as President. With age comes wisdom, but Trump has been sharing his wisdom with the public for decades.
Story
Biden is considering canceling some student debt. Here's why it might not be such a great idea
President Joe Biden is considering canceling some federal student loan debt, suggesting a once pie-in-the-sky idea is closer than ever to becoming reality.
Story
A federal hate crime probe is underway after 3 people were killed in a racist rampage in Jacksonville, officials say. Here’s what we know
A federal hate crime investigation is underway after a White gunman with a swastika-emblazoned assault rifle killed three Black people at a Dollar General store in Jacksonville, Florida, authorities said.
Story
Biden’s diverse judicial nominees move swiftly through Democratic Senate after spring frustrations
As the start of summer brought several landmark Supreme Court rulings that jerked the law to the right, across the street, the Democratic-controlled Senate was confirming judicial nominees whose progressive legal backgrounds served as a foil to the direction the conservative justices were heading.
Story
5 Great Places to Visit in June
Deciding where to travel in June can be tough. School is out in many parts of the Northern Hemisphere. Families are flocking to beaches and national parks, and prices for airfare and accommodations are rising steadily with temperatures in this part of the world. It can feel like there's nowhere to turn.
Story
Unveiling the Rabbi Samuel Karff Bridge: Enhancing Connectivity and Commemorating a Legacy
In a heartwarming tribute to the late Rabbi Samuel Karff's commitment to unity and justice, Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Houston Parks Board President and CEO Beth White are set to unveil the Rabbi Samuel Karff Bridge on April 9, 2024. This landmark pedestrian-bike bridge, spanning Brays Bayou from North Braeswood to South Braeswood boulevards, not only honors Rabbi Karff's enduring legacy but also enhances recreational opportunities and fosters safer routes for students to commute to schools.
Story
5 Things for Wednesday, August 2: Trump, North Korea, Tax Reform, Hot Car Deaths, College and Race
How to break out of jail in Alabama: Confuse the new guard ... and use peanut butter. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Story
FBI Finds the Car a Missing Chinese Grad Student Was Seen Entering
The last known sighting of University of Illinois graduate student Yingying Zhang was on the afternoon of June 9.
Story
5 Things for Wednesday, July 19: Trump and Putin, Health Care, Minneapolis Shooting
Today is Hot Dog Day. And Ice Cream Day. And Daiquiri Day. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Story
Trump to Nominate Christopher Wray as FBI Director
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday he plans to nominate Christopher A. Wray, the former assistant attorney general in charge of the Justice Department's criminal division, to be the next FBI director.
Story
5 Things for Friday, May 26: Russia, Montana, Travel Ban, G-7 & NATO
ou've made it to the end of another intense week. Well, almost. Enjoy your Memorial Day. We'll be back Tuesday morning. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Story
5 Things for Tuesday, May 9: Russia, Afghanistan, Life Expectancy
New Orleans has been sued -- again -- over its plans to remove Confederate statues. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Story
Trump Calls for Dramatic Tax Cuts for Individuals and Businesses
The Trump administration has finally outlined its new tax proposal, which leans heavily on tax cuts. So far, President Trump wants to slash individual tax rates -- cutting the top rate from 39.6% to 35% -- and reduce the number of total rates from seven to three. He also wants to cut the top tax rate for all businesses to 15%, far below the current top rates.
Story
5 Things for Wednesday, May 3: Hillary Clinton, Russia, Police Shootings
Good morning. Looking for a contractor? This robot can 3D-print a building in 14 hours. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Story
5 Things for Wednesday, April 19: Facebook, Georgia rRce, UK "snap" Election
Here are the 5 things you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Story
A White officer is charged in the fatal shooting of a Black man under California's tougher deadly-force law
A White officer has been charged with felony manslaughter in the fatal shooting in April of a Black man in a Walmart store, a crime alleged under a newly strengthened California law that requires police to use deadly force only when needed to defend human life, the county prosecutor said.
Story
George Clooney, Paul McCartney and more celebrities join March for Our Lives
On stage and in song, on social media and in silent participation, several celebrities showed their support for the student organizers behind Saturday's March for Our Lives.
Story
4 Lessons the NFL Could Learn from ABC
Following Roseanne Barr’s obscenely offensive comments about former Obama Senior Advisor, Valerie Jarrett, ABC took immediate and decisive action to demonstrate that her words describing an accomplished Black woman as an ape did not reflect the networks values. The network’s cancellation of its highest rate show - a move that prioritized integrity and a commitment to decency over money, ratings, and even political expediency - surprised many. The NFL, as it faces continual media and public scrutiny, could stand to take a knee and learn a lesson from ABC.
Story
Trump changes his tone on China deal after market slide
After President Donald Trump helped send markets tanking by feeding doubts about his trade deal with China, he stepped in Wednesday to pump up optimism in a series of early-morning tweets.
