A vast network of labor unions, progressive organizations and clergy is asking Minnesotans to stay away from work, school and stores in protest at immigration enforcement operations in the state. The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have seen daily protests since Renee Good was fatall… Read moreMinnesota gears up for a mass anti-immigration enforcement protest despite the dangerous cold

Texas and Oklahoma are bracing for ice and heavy snow in what forecasters predict will be some of the initial major effects of a huge winter storm that will affect more than 170 million people across the nation — about half of the population. The National Weather says the dayslong event thre… Read moreMassive winter storm threatens heavy snow, freezing rain, to more than 170 million people across US

Millions of Americans are bracing for a potentially catastrophic ice storm from New Mexico to the Carolinas. Forecasters say it could crush trees, power lines, and cause power outages for days. Big cities including Washington, D.C. and New York City might see enough snow to make travel nearl… Read moreMillions of Americans prepare for potentially catastrophic ice storm. Here’s what the numbers show

Iran’s top prosecutor has called U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims about halting the hangings of 800 detained protesters “completely false.” Activists say Iran’s crackdown has already killed at least 5,002 people. The internet blackout in Iran has lasted over two weeks, making it hard to … Read moreIranian prosecutor denies Trump's claim 800 prisoners were spared execution

Indiana's victory over Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game is the most-watched college football game in 11 years. The Hoosiers' 27-21 win on Monday night averaged 30.1 million viewers, according to Nielsen. It's the second-most watched CFP title game and cable te… Read moreIndiana's CFP victory over Miami averages 33.9 million viewers, most-watched game in 11 years