NCAA moving March Madness to a "single geographic area" for 2021
The NCAA originally planned to host the tournament's early rounds at 13 sites across the country.
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California hits "emergency brake" as COVID cases surge
Dozens of counties are now restricting capacity at businesses, closing fitness centers and forces restaurants to limited outdoor-only service.
SpaceX crew capsule chases down and docks with space station
Docking late Monday night kicks off a six-month stay in space for four Crew Dragon astronauts.
Jay Clayton stepping down as head of SEC by year's end
Leaving post as top financial regulator at year's end. New chair expected to be named by President-elect Joe Biden.
Comedian Sinbad recovering from stroke, his family says
The 64-year-old Sinbad, born David Adkins, is known for his stand-up work and appearances in sitcoms.
Biden warns of "very dark winter" while stressing need for COVID relief
"The idea the president is still playing golf and not doing anything about it is beyond my comprehension," Biden said.
Biden COVID adviser: Next 2 months will be "most dangerous"
Michael Osterholm says the nation's exponential growth in coronavirus cases is the most dangerous public health threat America has faced since the 1918 flu pandemic
FBI: Hate crime murders surged to record high in 2019
51 people were killed in hate crimes in 2019, according to the FBI, far surpassing the previous deadliest year, 2018.
Michigan governor: Trump COVID adviser's comments "reckless"
Governor Gretchen Whitmer says she has the authority to issue a second stay-at-home order to curb the spiking coronavirus if necessary.
Stocks jump after drugmaker touts promising vaccine results
S&P 500, Dow hit record high as investors cheer drugmaker's announcement that COVID-19 treatment is 94.5% effective.
Police response criticized after Black teen's suspicious death
Quawan "Bobby" Charles was found dead 30 minutes from his home days after he was reported missing.
Moderna says its COVID vaccine highly effective in late trial
Drugmaker says its vaccine appears to be 94.5% effective, making it the second vaccine candidate to report promising news this month.
Barack Obama speaks out on politics, the presidency, and Donald Trump
In his first TV interview since Joe Biden's election, the former president sits down with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King to discuss his memoir, "A Promised Land"; life in and after the White House; and speaking out against his successor
Top Trump pandemic adviser tells Michigan to "rise up" against restrictions
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced more stringent restrictions on schools and businesses in response to a surge in coronavirus cases.
Trump falsely claims he won the election; Twitter flags the tweet
The tweet came at the very end of a day in which Trump worked to rescind an apparent acknowledgement that Biden had won.
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Deadly Isaias weakens as it lashes Southeast with rain and flooding
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Putin relays Iran's position on deal to President Trump
Christa Pike released from hospital following botched execution, lawyers say
Pentagon's plan to livestream execution sparks intense backlash
Trump says Russia will release millions of tons of diesel to help with costs
Blanche, other DOJ appointees can take part in campaigns, memo says
Vehicle driven by ICE agents in Texas hits and injures man, sheriff says
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Katie Bailey tapped as new White House legislative director, sources say
