'It breaks my heart': States and US Capitol prepare for potentially violent week

Some capitols are closed, fences are up and extra police are in place at statehouses across the U.S. as authorities brace for potentially violent demonstrations over the coming days.

Biden aims to legalize millions of immigrants as a priority

President-elect Joe Biden’s decision to immediately ask Congress to offer legal status to an estimated 11 million people in the country has surprised advocates given how the issue has long divided Democrats and Republicans, even within their own parties.

‘United We Serve’: Biden-Harris team celebrating MLK Day with evening of music, speakers

The MLK National Day of Service will be followed by an hour-long event Monday evening filled with music and inspiring speakers, planned by the Presidential Inaugural Committee.

Trump's approval rating hits all-time low following US Capitol riot

According to a Pew Research poll, the president's approval has plunged below 30%. His approval among Republicans has dropped by 17% since August.

McConnell calls pending Trump trial 'vote of conscience'

Sen. McConnell continues to hold great sway in his party, even though convening the trial could be among his last acts as majority leader.

Who is Joe Biden? Answers to your questions about the incoming 46th President of the United States

Joe Biden topped Google’s most-searched list in 2020, with searchers curious about a variety of facts including his age, height, how he makes his money and even info about his two dogs.

Arkansas man photographed sitting at Pelosi's desk during Capitol riot put on house arrest

An Arkansas man photographed sitting at a desk in House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's office during the riot at the U.S. Capitol last week has been put under House arrest as he awaits trial.

Who is Kamala Harris? Answers to your questions about the vice president-elect

As Vice President-elect Kamala Harris reaches the culmination of her historic path to the White House, here are some of the most-asked questions about the former California senator.

Gov. Evers to extend public health emergency, mask mandate

The existing public health emergency was set to expire the following week. The governor's plan would extend the mandate an additional 60 days.

Office of Violence Prevention news conference
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After a historic year of gun violence in 2020 in Milwaukee and cities across the nation, Mayor Tom Barrett joins city leaders in recommitting to addressing violence as a public health issue in 2021.

Report: Trump planning to fly to Mar-a-Lago on Inauguration Day

President Donald Trump has already said he will not attend Democrat Joe Biden's inauguration on Jan. 20. Instead, he plans to fly to his Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, on the morning of the inauguration, according to a new report.