Should builders permit their own projects? LA considers a radical idea
The recent spate of LA fires has led many different parties to re-examine state and local approaches to building approval.
Musk waves a chainsaw and charms conservatives talking up Trump’s cost-cutting efforts
Billionaire Elon Musk has created a buzz waving a chainsaw in the air at a conservative gathering outside Washington.
Germany votes Sunday for a new government that will shape Europe’s response to an assertive Trump
Europe’s biggest economy is the 27-nation European Union’s most populous nation and a leading member of NATO, as well as the ...
White House will celebrate Black History Month as some government agencies skip after anti-DEI order
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration will celebrate Black History Month at the White House on Thursday, preserving a tradition at the same time that President Donald Trump’s executive order ...
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Jeff Landry proposes a 'standstill' Louisiana budget, but there are still some big unknowns
As President Donald Trump’s administration considers slashing federal funding, and as Louisiana waits to see if voters will ...
Astronauts vs. Musk: Public spat ensues over claims that politics delayed a flight to Earth
Elon Musk has made unfounded claims that two NASA astronauts were left on the space station for "political reasons" after ...
Senate confirms Kash Patel as FBI director
Kash Patel will soon lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation after the Senate voted Thursday 51-49 to confirm the ...
Senate confirms Trump loyalist Kash Patel as FBI director despite deep Democratic doubts
WASHINGTON — The Senate on Thursday narrowly voted to confirm Kash Patel as FBI director, moving to place him atop the nation ...
Sec Duffy to investigate LA's long-delayed high-speed rail project: 'Who got the cash?'
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy put California's high speed rail project on notice Thursday, saying it is years overdue and billions over budget.
Hochul to limit Adams' power, appoint oversight amid corruption case controversy: Source
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul held a series of meetings with key political figures Tuesday as she contemplates removing Mayor Eric Adams from his office, an unprecedented step that reflects the growing ...
As Melania Trump returns to the White House, she’s winning Chinese fans
By China’s conventional standards, women are expected to be supportive of their husbands and to focus on raising children.
Rep. Garcia draws scrutiny from Trump Justice official over his Musk comments
WASHINGTON — Rep. Robert Garcia, a Democratic darling from Long Beach, is facing scrutiny from President Trump’s Department ...