Rep. Ilhan Omar plays voicemail death threat at news conference
Democratic Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar on Tuesday played a harrowing death threat recently left for her by voicemail, while imploring House Republican leaders to do more to tamp down "anti-Muslim hatred" in their ranks and "hold those who perpetuate it accountable."
White House reveals holiday theme ‘Gifts from the Heart’
The White House announced on Monday that its holiday theme for 2021 will be “Gifts from the Heart.”
National Zoo lions, tigers test 'presumptive positive' for COVID-19
Officials at the Smithsonian's National Zoo say six African lions, a Sumatran tiger and two Amur tigers have tested presumptive positive for the virus that causes COVID-19.
Rep. Omar joined by 'Squad' members to oppose Line 3 project
Rep. Ilhan Omar was joined by members of the Congressional group known as "The Squad" for a rally against the Line 3 project on Friday.
2 more Minnesotans arrested in connection with Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot
Two more Minnesotans have been charged in connection to the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
White House press corps flight to UK delayed for hours by cicadas
A charter flight for the White House press corps, who will follow President Biden on his first overseas trip to the United Kingdom, has been delayed by cicadas, Fox News has confirmed.
Senate report details failures around Jan. 6 attack at US Capitol
A Senate investigation of the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol has uncovered broad government, military and law enforcement missteps before the violent attack, including a breakdown within multiple intelligence agencies and a lack of training and preparation for Capitol Police officers who were quickly overwhelmed by the rioters.
St. Paul, Minneapolis finish in top 3 city park systems in U.S. for 10th straight year
Both Minneapolis and St. Paul finished in the top three in ParkScore's city park rankings for the 10th straight year, losing to Washington, D.C. which regained the top spot for the first time since 2019.
Biden to host George Floyd's family at White House
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Friday the president would mark the anniversary of Floyd's death, but offered no further details on his plans.
DC police officer recovering after being dragged down Capitol stairs amid chaos
A D.C. police officer is recovering after he was attacked and dragged down a set of stairs as a riot erupted on Capitol Hill last week in the District.
Washington Monument temporarily shutting down due to ‘credible threat’ following Capitol mayhem
The National Park Service is suspending tours of the Washington Monument through Jan. 24 after receiving "credible threats" in the wake of last week’s chaos on Capitol Hill.