SC Republicans Nikki Haley, Tim Scott cite racial progress in US at RNC

During the first night of Republicans’ national convention, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and Sen. Tim Scott offered uplifting views on racism in America through their personal experiences to close out the night.

RNC takeaways: Trump in spotlight as convention kicks off

President Donald Trump’s Republican Party will try to reintroduce itself to the American electorate this week. It will be no easy task.

Trump campaign unveils convention speakers, POTUS to speak every night

President Trump will not just be delivering an address on the final night of this week's Republican National Convention to accept his nomination for the presidential election -- he will be appearing every night of the convention.

In Remembrance: A look back on Kobe Bryant's career highlights

Sunday marks what would have been NBA legend Kobe Bryant's 42nd birthday. It also marks the start of Mamba Week, and to continue celebrating his legacy, here's a look back on some of his greatest career moments. 

Trump ordered to pay $44,100 in Stormy Daniels legal fees

A California court has ordered President Donald Trump to pay $44,100 in attorney fees to porn actress Stormy Daniels.

Report: Vice President Pence to visit Minnesota next week

Vice President Mike Pence will campaign in Minnesota next week as part of a Midwest swing after the Republican National Convention ends.

St. Paul mayor's proposed 2021 budget includes reductions in nearly all departments, but no levy or layoffs

Following challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the unrest following the death of George Floyd, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter's proposed city budget for 2021 features reductions in nearly all departments, but no tax levy increase or layoffs.

President Donald Trump stages event outside of Biden's hometown of Scranton on last day of DNC

The political tradition of a presidential candidate lying low during the other party’s convention has eroded over the decades but — to the private delight of Trump’s advisers — the president's trip looked to be a particularly in-your-face piece of counter-programming designed to rattle an opponent.

Trump administration formally notifies United Nations of its demand to restore sanctions against Iran

None of the other council members believe the U.S. has the legal right to demand the re-imposition, or “snapback," of sanctions because President Donald Trump withdrew from the nuclear deal in 2018. As such, the demand is expected to further isolate the U.S. at the U.N. and test the Security Council’s credibility.

NASCAR 'Trump 2020' car keeps Goodyear tires despite president's call for boycott

The lone NASCAR Cup Series driver with a “Trump 2020” paint scheme will continue to use Goodyear tires in upcoming races despite President Trump’s call Wednesday for a boycott of the Ohio-based tire company.

Hillary Clinton at DNC: 'This can’t be another woulda coulda shoulda election'

Hillary Clinton returned to the Democratic National Convention to cement her legacy as a champion of women in politics — and issued a stark warning.

Former FBI lawyer admits to false statement during Russia probe

Kevin Clinesmith, who pleaded guilty to making a false statement, is the first current or former official to be charged in a special Justice Department review of the investigation into ties between Russia and Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.

DNC Day 2: Biden secures Democratic nomination

Democrats formally nominated Joe Biden as their 2020 presidential nominee Tuesday night, as party officials and activists from across the nation gave the former vice president their overwhelming support during his party’s all-virtual national convention.

Minnesota joins multi-state lawsuit against U.S. Postal Service changes, citing impact on election

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is joining a coalition of 14 states to sue the U.S. Postal Service in order to stop "drastic operational changes," which he says could impact timely mail delivery and affect the upcoming election.

Trump campaign's contacts with Russia posed 'grave' counterintelligence threat, Senate panel says

The report from the Republican-led panel lays out significant contacts between Trump associates and Russians, describing for instance a close professional relationship between Trump campaign chairman Paul Mananfort and Konstantin Kilimnik, whom the committee describes without equivocation as a Russian intelligence officer.