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A Raid in a Small Town Brings Trump’s Deportations to Deep-Red Idaho
Wilder, Idaho, prided itself on comity. Then federal agents stormed a racetrack outsid…
Tisch to Name Leaders of Catholic and Black Churches as N.Y.P.D. Chaplains
Cardinal Timothy Dolan and the Rev. A.R. Bernard are to be announced as co-heads of th…
Trump’s Oil Grab in Venezuela Shatters an American Taboo
U.S. presidents have long been accused of plotting to control foreign oil. But Preside…
All about "Lift Every Voice and Sing," known as the Black national anthem
As the 2026 Super Bowl begins, Coco Jones will take the field to sing "Lift Every…
Mexican Cartels Overwhelm Police With Ammunition Made for the U.S. Military
Drug syndicates have used .50-caliber ammunition, produced at a plant owned by the U.S…
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Steps Onto a Wider Stage
The progressive lawmaker is taking a larger role in Democratic politics, supporting mo…
Nuclear Arms Control Era Comes to End Amid Global Rush for New Weapons
Beijing, Moscow and shaken American allies are seeking new warheads as President Trump…
How Universities and States Are Increasing Surveillance of Professors
Scrutiny of university classrooms is being formalized, with new laws requiring profess…
Candles and Driveways: San Francisco’s Mayor Focuses on the Little Things
Daniel Lurie has made small changes instead of addressing national tensions, and his a…
How the Supreme Court Secretly Made Itself Even More Secretive
Amid calls to increase transparency and revelations about the court’s inner workings, …
Gavin Newsom Memoir Describes Difficult Childhood, Contrary to Image
Mr. Newsom, the California governor and a potential presidential candidate, writes tha…
After Affirmative Action Win, Conservatives Sue to Push Change Everywhere
Lawyers have filed lawsuits against corporations, law firms, health care companies, ar…
The Army Just Unveiled Its Latest Tank. Will It Be the Last?
The war in Ukraine has shown how vulnerable armored vehicles can be to attacks by chea…
She Protested a Book Ban. Oklahoma Revoked Her Teacher’s License.
Summer Boismier, a high school English teacher in Oklahoma, lost her teaching license …
Loose Rules Let New York State Police Hand Out Lax Penalties for Serious Misconduct
New York State troopers used the badge to settle personal scores and elicit favors. St…
After Donations, Trump Administration Revoked Rule Requiring More Nursing Home Staff
Executives who donated to the president’s super PAC met privately with him and urged a…
How the Trump Administration Rushed to Judgment in Minneapolis Shooting
The administration was in a race to control the narrative around the killing of Alex P…
Ice Storm Leaves Thousands Without Power in a Mississippi County
More than 20,000 households had no power late Sunday in Lafayette County, a day after …
Trump Pushes A.I. Data Centers, but the G.O.P. Is Cool to One in Alabama
Residents also oppose a data center the size of 18 Walmarts that is set to be built in…
Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost Is Assaulted at Sundance Film Festival
Mr. Frost, Democrat of Florida, said he was punched by a man who said the lawmaker wou…
Travel Math: When Flying Costs as Much as the Train, Who Wins?
Amtrak says dynamic pricing has helped strengthen its finances, but travelers often gr…
A Senate Primary in Texas Tests the Future of Democratic Politics
Two of the Democrats’ rising stars, Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico, are seeing if…
Zelensky to Meet Trump at Davos Forum to Discuss Ukraine Peace Deal
President Trump and Ukraine’s leader, Volodymyr Zelensky, are expected to talk about s…
Oscar nominations for 2026 being announced today
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards are being announced Thursday morning, …
Supreme Court to Weigh Trump’s Bid to Fire Lisa Cook
The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments on Wednesday in the case of Lisa Cook, the…
Inside Trump’s Campaign to Tame Higher Education
Donald J. Trump has unleashed the power of the presidency against American colleges, w…
Suicides Were Frequent at the Golden Gate Bridge. Not Anymore.
For decades, there had been an average of 30 each year. With a new deterrent in place,…
Trump Threatens 200% Tariffs on Wine if France Declines to Join Gaza Board of Peace
France has said it will not join President Trump’s “Board for Peace.” France’s agricul…
Before Urban Raids, Border Patrol Tested Tactics in California Farm Country
Just before President Trump took office, Border Patrol agents led by Gregory Bovino ar…
D.H.S.’s Role Questioned as Immigration Officers Flood U.S. Cities
The Department of Homeland Security was formed after 9/11 amid international terrorism…
Roger Federer celebrates career at Australian Open kick-off
Federer played exhibition doubles matches with past champions Andre Agassi and Ash Bar…
After Renee Good’s Killing, Some Conservatives Scorn Liberal Women
Vocal Trump supporters are demonizing Renee Good, her partner and their allies, with s…
C.I.A. Director Meets With Venezuela’s Interim President in Caracas
The high-profile visit, which could be seen as snubbing the opposition, comes nearly t…
What Happened to London Breed, the Former San Francisco Mayor?
London Breed has said little in the year since she left office. She has thoughts on th…
Harvard Slips on a Global Ranking List, as Chinese Schools Surge Ahead
Harvard still dominates, though it fell to No. 3 on a list measuring academic output. …
Initial Review Finds No Widespread Illegal Voting by Migrants, Puncturing a Trump Claim
Republican election officials welcome the review, which relies on a federal verificati…
What High School Seniors Wrote in Their College Admissions Essays
Some students are still mentioning their race or immigrant status as the Trump adminis…
Mary Peltola Runs for Senate in Alaska, Lifting Democrats’ Hopes
The former congresswoman is the latest top-tier recruit for Democrats, who face a diff…
U.S. Citizens Are Joining the Military to Protect Undocumented Parents
Amid an ICE crackdown in her area, an Oregon National Guard recruiter offers U.S. citi…
The Golden Globes are tonight. Here's how to watch live and what to know.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Glob…
Trump’s ‘Superstar’ Appellate Judges Have Voted 133 to 12 in His Favor
President Trump promised to fill the appeals courts with “my judges.” They have formed…
She Was Born Two Days Before the Altadena Fire Took Her Home
She was the family’s first baby in 16 years. And she came into their world as the Alta…
A Financier’s Twist on Buying Influence: Bankrolling Ballot Measures
Brian Heywood, a Seattle-area hedge fund founder, has spent millions to put conservati…
What We Know About the Shooting in Portland, Ore.
Two people were shot by federal agents during a traffic stop. Gov. Tina Kotek of Orego…
Trump Sits Down With Times Reporters for Two-Hour Interview
In a wide-ranging conversation with four Times reporters, President Trump talked about…
Trump Says U.S. Oversight of Venezuela Could Last for Years
In a wide-ranging interview with The New York Times on Wednesday, President Trump said…
As Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point Pushes Into High Schools, Dissension Follows
Since Mr. Kirk’s death, chapters of his organization’s affiliate for teenagers have mo…
U.S. Appeals Court Won’t Take Up Case to Resurrect 9/11 Plea Deal
The decision removes a chance for the defendants to resolve the long-running case with…
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of S…
Los Angeles Begins to Recover After Devastating 2025 Fires
After wildfires destroyed much of Altadena and Pacific Palisades, residents are strugg…
Doug LaMalfa, Republican Congressman From California, Dies at 65
Mr. LaMalfa had represented a district in northeastern California since 2013. from N…
Harlan Coben ditches fiction for true crime in new CBS series
Harlan Coben has written many bestselling mystery novels, but now he's ditching fi…
Tim Walz’s 17 Months in Politics Before Ending His Re-election Bid
Mr. Walz drew national notice when Kamala Harris chose him as her running mate. A frau…
The Key Senate Races to Watch in 2026
Democrats want to regain control of the chamber, and they have recruited some top cand…
Almanac: January 4
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date. from Entert…
Stockton Grieves After Birthday Party Shooting Kills Four People
Stockton is known for its grit in the face of tragedy. A recent shooting that left fou…
Asad Haider, Leftist Critic of Identity Politics, Dies at 38
In “Mistaken Identity: Race and Class in the Age of Trump,” he argued that focusing on…
Hannah Dugan, Wisconsin Judge Convicted of Obstructing Immigration Agents, Resigns
Hannah C. Dugan, a state court judge, was convicted by a jury in federal court. Wiscon…
Bryan Kohberger’s Family Stayed Silent for Years. Until Now.
Since the arrest of Bryan Kohberger in the murder of four college students, a case tha…
The Uplift: Russell Crowe to the rescue
A couple who owns a small bookshop in the U.K. says Russell Crowe surprised them with …
Rosé talks rise in music industry, Grammy nominations and doubts
K-pop star Rosé is up for three Grammy nominations, including Record and Song of the Y…
After Watergate, the Presidency Was Tamed. Trump Is Unleashing It.
In the 1970s, Congress passed a raft of laws to hold the White House accountable. Pres…
After Watergate, the Presidency Was Tamed. Trump Is Unleashing It.
In the 1970s, Congress passed a raft of laws to hold the White House accountable. Pres…
Russia Asks United States to Stop Pursuit of Fleeing Oil Tanker
The tanker, which had been sailing to Venezuela to pick up oil, has claimed Russian pr…
Toby Morton, a Comedy Writer, Owns the Trump Kennedy Center URL
A comedy writer bought the web domain TrumpKennedyCenter.org and the satirical site he…
Threat to Suspend Aid for Minnesota Child-Care Centers Rattles Families
After the federal government threatened to withhold funds for Minnesota’s child-care p…
A Year of Fires and Floods in Southern California
The floods that struck last week just before the first anniversary of the January wild…
Gérard Depardieu skipping sex assaults hearing, lawyer says
Gérard Depardieu, who is facing trial for the alleged sexual assaults of t…
Colman Domingo on his Emmy win, Oscar nod, and starring in "The Madness
From Emmy wins to Oscar nods, Colman Domingo reflects on his career and di…
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Steps Onto a Wider Stage
The progressive lawmaker is taking a larger role in Democratic politics, s…
Gérard Depardieu skipping sex assaults hearing, lawyer says
Gérard Depardieu, who is facing trial for the alleged sexual assaults of t…