WASHINGTON — The bald eagle, a symbol of the power and strength of the United States for more than 240 years, earned an overdue honor on Tuesday: It officially became the country’s national bird. President Joe Biden signed into law legislation sent to him by Congress that amends the United States Code to correct what […]
Shooting at Indianapolis shopping mall injures 1, prompts police to evacuate shoppers
INDIANAPOLIS — An 18-year-old man allegedly fired shots inside an Indianapolis shopping mall, wounding one person and prompting officers to evacuate holiday shoppers on Monday night, police said. The suspect was arrested a few hours after the Castleton Square Mall shooting on a felony charge of intimidation with a deadly weapon, the Indianapo
Mega Millions jackpot hits $1 billion ahead of Christmas Eve drawing
The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to an estimated $1 billion ahead of its Christmas Eve drawing. The estimated jackpot would make it the seventh-largest in the game’s history and its seventh billion-dollar prize. It would also be the largest ever won in December, if a ticket matches all six numbers drawn. Lottery tickets for […]
Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after 1-day stay
Former President Bill Clinton has been discharged from the hospital after being treated for the flu, a spokesperson said on Tuesday. “He and his family are deeply grateful for the exceptional care provided by the team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and are touched by the kind messages and well wishes he received. He sends […
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