Shannon Van Sant
Stories
-
World
Cyclone Idai Leaves Millions In Need Of Rescue And Other Assistance
The storm inundated parts of southern Africa with massive floods, stranding survivors on rooftops and in trees. Hundreds are reported dead and the toll is expected to rise.
-
Technology
Russia Criminalizes The Spread Of Online News Which 'Disrespects' The Government
President Vladimir Putin signed the new law, which allows punishment of individuals with fines and jail time for the spread of "fake news."
-
National
All-Male Military Draft Is Unconstitutional, Judge Rules
A federal judge in Texas has ruled the all-male military draft is unconstitutional because women now serve in combat roles. The judge called the male-only draft discriminatory.
-
National
Polar Vortex Hits The Midwest With Life-Threatening Cold Temperatures
The arctic air will stretch from Illinois west through the Dakotas until Thursday.
-
Politics
Federal Agencies Prepare To Reopen After Government Shutdown Deal Is Reached
Various parts of the federal government are swinging back into action in the coming days, now that the partial government shutdown is over.
-
Politics
Trump Repeats Calls For A Border Wall As Shutdown Negotiations Continue
The partial government shutdown is stretching into its third week, with more than 800,000 federal employees having to stay home from work or be furloughed.
-
Politics
How The Partial Government Shutdown Could Affect You
Mail service and Social Security checks won't be interrupted, but national parks and small business loans will see some temporary changes.
-
National
2018 Is Now The Wettest Year On Record For Washington And Other Cities
So far this year, 61.34 inches of rain have fallen in Washington, breaking a 129-year-old record.
-
Environment
Ryan Zinke Is Leaving The Interior Department, Trump Tweets
The interior secretary is stepping down after a tumultuous two years, marked by mounting allegations of misconduct in office.
-
Politics
President George H.W. Bush's Choice Of Bold, Whimsical Socks Made Him A Style Icon
The former president's choice of socks were often a colorful counterpoint to his conservative suits and attire.