The eastern U.S. is dealing with record numbers of wildfires. It's a new problem for many communities. Fire departments are struggling to cope with a situation experts say may become the "new normal."

America cannot afford to have this man as the nation's top health official.

In an interview Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Jared Golden talked about his ability to connect with voters from both parties and how Democrats nationally might win back some of those they lost in a tough election cycle.

A reader, seeing divisiveness everywhere, longs for a time when America could reach a national consensus through a trusted news anchorman, Walter Cronkite.

A new survey says about one in four U.S. adults fails to get enough rest at night. One expert believes she knows why.

The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv closed on Wednesday after receiving "specific information of a potential significant air attack," it said.

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv said it has received warning of a potentially significant Russian air attack on Wednesday and would be closed as a precaution.In a statement, the embassy also instructed employees to shelter in place and also recommended that U.S. citizens in Kyiv be prepared to immediately shelter in the event of an air alert. The warning was u...

Santa Monica, Calif.: Re "Celebrities who say theyre leaving the U.S. after Trumps election win" (Nov. 14): There is genuine reason for fear. Whether youre liberal, gay, non-white, foreign-born, female or vocally opposed to the new administration, the threats during the campaign and the people announced as appointees combine to indicate retribution and revenge. The list of appointees poin...

A major storm was sweeping across the northwest U.S., battering the region with strong winds and rain and causing widespread power outages and downed trees that killed at least one person

A major storm was sweeping across the northwest U.S., battering the region with strong winds and rain and causing widespread power outages and downed trees that killed at least one person

SEATTLE (AP) A major storm swept across the northwest U.S. Tuesday evening, battering the region with strong winds and rain and causing widespread power outages and downed trees that killed at least one person.The Weather Prediction Center issued excessive rainfall risks through Friday and hurricane-force wind warnings were in effect as the strongest

SEATTLE (AP) A major storm swept across the northwest U.S. Tuesday evening, battering the region with strong winds and rain and causing widespread power outages and downed trees that killed at least one person.The Weather Prediction Center issued excessive rainfall risks through Friday and hurricane-force wind warnings were in effect as the strongest

Eritreas embassy has helped raise millions of dollars to promote the interests of the brutally repressive country. Its ruling party is under U.S. sanctions.

Gwyneth Paltrow-inspired immersive musical Gwyneth Goes Skiing is going global following two sold-out London runs. Producers Awkward Productions are taking the show to the U.S., with stops in Utah where Paltrow lost half a day of skiing after a mid-slope collision with optician Terry Sanderson, who went on to sue her as well […]

Trump said McMahon will 'fight tirelessly to expand choice to every state in America, and empower parents to make the best education decisions for their families.'

The 'Gladiator II' star earned a best leading actor nomination for 'The Hurricane' in 2000, however, Spacey ultimately took home the award for 'American Beauty.'

Capital raising activity is set for a rebound in the U.S. amid a global "industrial renaissance," Oaktree Capital Management Co-Chairman Howard Marks says.