DC police say no guns allowed during MAGA election protest

D.C. police are posting notices prohibiting guns downtown ahead of the pro-Trump rally set for Wednesday.

Joe Biden's inauguration will include virtual, nationwide parade

President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration will include a “virtual parade across America” consistent with crowd limits during the coronavirus era.

Trump, on tape, presses Ga. official to ‘find’ him votes

President Donald Trump badgered Georgia’s election chief to overturn Joe Biden’s win in the state in a telephone call - suggesting that the official “find” enough votes to hand Trump the victory.

Cuomo: 'The vaccine works, but it only works if we take it'

Governor Cuomo vowed not to take the COVID vaccine until it is available for black, Hispanic and poor communities in New York.

New York's 750-mile Empire State Trail completed

A 750-mile trail spanning New York state that is expected to attract millions of cyclists, hikers, and runners every year is complete. The mostly off-road trail runs north from New York City through the Hudson and Champlain Valleys to Canada and from Albany to Buffalo along the Erie Canal.

Texas judge dismisses suit aimed at overturning Biden's victory in November election

A Texas judge nominated by Trump has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Texas Congressman Louie Gohmert and a group of GOP electors from Arizona that aims to give Vice President Mike Pence the power to overturn the results of the November election.

Biden's pick to lead Treasury made $7M+ in speaking fees

Janet Yellen collected millions in speaking fees over the past two years from major financial firms and tech giants, according to disclosure forms filed as part of her nomination.

Senate overrides Trump’s veto of annual defense policy bill

In a rare New Year’s Day session, the Republican-led Senate voted to override President Donald Trump’s veto of the annual defense bill, the first of his presidency.

Pence seeks dismissal of lawsuit aiming to overturn 2020 presidential election

The suit names Vice President Mike Pence, who has a largely ceremonial role in next week's proceedings, as the defendant and asks the court to throw out the 1887 law that spells out how Congress handles the vote counting.

President Trump's year-end video hails America's 'grit, strength and tenacity'

President Donald Trump has delivered a year-end video message after returning early from vacation, highlighting his administration's work to rapidly develop a vaccine against COVID-19 and rebuild the economy.

Schumer optimistic about rail tunnel after Buttigieg meeting

One of the most ardent supporters of a multibillion-dollar plan to build a new rail tunnel between New York and New Jersey is wasting no time in laying groundwork with the incoming Biden administration.

'Overdrive': De Blasio wants 1M vaccinations in January

An ambitious goal of vaccinating 1 million New York City residents with the COVID-19 vaccine in January has been set by Mayor Bill de Blasio.

Inauguration Day: Biden to hold memorial for COVID-19 victims before taking oath

President-elect Joe Biden is planning a lighting ceremony at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to honor those killed by the coronavirus the day before he is sworn into office on Jan. 20.

Biden inauguration to feature memorial for COVID-19 victims

President-elect Joe Biden is planning a lighting ceremony at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to honor those killed by the coronavirus the day before he is sworn into office on Jan. 20.

'See you in DC!' President Trump tweets ahead of 'wild' protest planned for Jan. 6

Earlier this month, Trump promised a "wild" protest in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 6 -- the day Congress will meet to accept the presidential election results.  

Bernie Sanders agrees with Trump’s push for more coronavirus stimulus

Sanders admitted Trump was right in stating the severity of the country’s economic downturn and agreed that the American people need help to survive the ongoing pandemic.

China approves 1st homegrown vaccine as COVID-19 pandemic surges globally

China has approved its first homegrown COVID-19 vaccine for general use, marking the addition of another vaccine as the virus surges back around the world.

Indoor sports allowed to resume in NJ with 10 person limit

All indoor youth and adult recreational sports can resume in New Jersey with restrictions beginning Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021.