The headline news from December 16, 2017

The archive of all headlines from December 16, 2017, organized by time of publication.

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 00:15:12

The White House and Republican lawmakers are pressing for an end to multiple investigations into the Trump campaign’s dealings with Russia, aiming to clear the president as soon as possible before the taint of scandal further damages his presidency. L.A. NowMaps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities Ministry of GossipMore women accuse Dustin Hoffman of sexual misconduct in the ’70s and ’80s BUSINESSWith the rise of SpaceX and Rams stadium, Hawthorne's industrial areas are becoming hip NATIONThis Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughts PoliticsGOP tax plan builds momentum as Rubio and Corker say they will support the billFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 00:30:15

The White House and Republican lawmakers are pressing for an end to multiple investigations into the Trump campaign’s dealings with Russia, aiming to clear the president as soon as possible before the taint of scandal further damages his presidency. PoliticsGOP tax plan builds momentum as Rubio and Corker say they will support the bill Mexico & The AmericasA decade into Mexico's deadly drug war, lawmakers give the military more power L.A. NowMaps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities Ministry of GossipMore women accuse Dustin Hoffman of sexual misconduct in the ’70s and ’80s BUSINESSWith the rise of SpaceX and Rams stadium, Hawthorne's industrial areas are becoming hipFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 00:45:12

The version slightly expands a child tax credit to win support from Sen. Marco Rubio, but also scales back aspirations to create a simpler code. Mexico & The AmericasA decade into Mexico's deadly drug war, lawmakers give the military more power L.A. NowMaps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities Ministry of GossipMore women accuse Dustin Hoffman of sexual misconduct in the ’70s and ’80s BUSINESSWith the rise of SpaceX and Rams stadium, Hawthorne's industrial areas are becoming hip NATIONThis Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughtsFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 02:00:24

The version slightly expands a child tax credit to win support from Sen. Marco Rubio, but also scales back aspirations to create a simpler code. NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime. It has to be a felony L.A. NowMaps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities NATIONThis Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughts Ministry of GossipMore women accuse Dustin Hoffman of sexual misconduct in the ’70s and ’80sFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 02:30:16

The version slightly expands a child tax credit to win support from Sen. Marco Rubio, but also scales back aspirations to create a simpler code. NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime. It has to be a felony CALIFORNIAThomas fire could surpass 1889 Santiago Canyon fire, believed to be California's largest ENTERTAINMENTPeter Jackson says Weinsteins blacklisted Ashley Judd, Mira Sorvino; Harvey Weinstein disagrees NATIONThis Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughtsFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 02:45:11

Trump expects to be absolved by Robert Mueller within weeks, and those around him say the often-impulsive president could erupt in anger if that unlikely timeline is not met. BUSINESSHulu could play a key role in Disney's plan to take on Netflix NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime. It has to be a felony L.A. NowMaps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities NATIONThis Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughtsFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 03:30:19

Trump expects to be absolved by Robert Mueller within weeks, and those around him say the often-impulsive president could erupt in anger if that unlikely timeline is not met. BUSINESSHow Hulu could help Disney take on Netflix NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felony L.A. NowMaps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities NATIONA Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughtsFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 03:45:12

Trump expects to be absolved by Robert Mueller within weeks, and those around him say the often-impulsive president could erupt in anger if that unlikely timeline is not met. BUSINESSHow Hulu could play a key role in Disney's plan to take on Netflix NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felony L.A. NowMaps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities NATIONA Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughtsFrom Washington

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Trump-Russia Republicans trying to kill off House investigation, says Adam Schiff

The Guardian  16/Dec/2017 04:45:09

Top Democrat says move to shut down intelligence committee inquiry is a ploy to damage Mueller-FBI investigation, while president declines to rule out pardoning Michael Flynn

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 05:00:15

Trump expects to be absolved by Robert Mueller within weeks, and those around him say the often-impulsive president could erupt in anger if that unlikely timeline is not met. NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felony L.A. NowMaps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities NATIONA Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughts NATIONA senator stumped a Trump judicial nominee with basic legal questions. Here are the answersFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 05:15:13

Column: For a while after the October wildfires, people thought Napa Valley would bounce right back. But recovery has been slower than anticipated. NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felony L.A. NowMaps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities NATIONA Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughts NATIONA senator stumped a Trump judicial nominee with basic legal questions. Here are the answersFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 05:30:16

Column: For a while after the October wildfires, people thought Napa Valley would bounce right back. But recovery has been slower than anticipated. CALIFORNIAWinds put hundreds of homes in Montecito area in danger as Thomas fire rages NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felony NATIONA Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughts NATIONA senator stumped a Trump judicial nominee with basic legal questions. Here are the answersFrom Washington

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Trump-Russia Republicans trying to kill off House investigation, says Adam Schiff

The Guardian  16/Dec/2017 07:00:16

Senior Democrat says move to shut down intelligence committee inquiry is a ploy to damage Mueller-FBI investigation, while president declines to rule out pardoning Michael Flynn

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 07:30:17

Colorado Springs, home to five military bases and known for its conservative values, is missing out on sales tax revenue that is enriching cities across the state. California JournalIn Northern California, forgotten victims of the wildfires struggle to regain their footing CALIFORNIAWinds put hundreds of homes in Montecito area in danger as Thomas fire rages NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felony NATIONA senator stumped a Trump judicial nominee with basic legal questions. Here are the answersFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 08:15:11

Colorado Springs, home to five military bases and known for its conservative values, is missing out on sales tax revenue that is enriching cities across the state. CALIFORNIAWinds put hundreds of homes in Montecito area in danger as Thomas fire rages NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felony NATIONA senator stumped a Trump judicial nominee with basic legal questions. Here are the answers L.A. NowMaps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. citiesFrom Washington

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New York Times  16/Dec/2017 09:45:08

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G.O.P. Tax Bill Speeds Ahead as Rubio and Corker Sign On

New York Times  16/Dec/2017 10:00:12

Republican leaders moved closer to a swift victory on their $1.5 trillion tax plan after Senators Marco Rubio of Florida and Bob Corker of Tennessee gave their support.As details emerged about the final bill, it appeared to provide slightly more generous tax breaks to low- and middle-income Americans by reducing some benefits for higher earners.

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 10:15:14

Colorado Springs, home to five military bases and known for its conservative values, is missing out on sales tax revenue that is enriching cities across the state. CALIFORNIAWinds put hundreds of homes in Montecito area in danger as Thomas fire rages NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felony NATIONA senator stumped a Trump judicial nominee with basic legal questions. Here are the answers ENTERTAINMENTPeter Jackson says Weinsteins blacklisted Ashley Judd, Mira Sorvino; Harvey Weinstein disagreesFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 10:45:12

Colorado Springs, home to five military bases and known for its conservative values, is missing out on sales tax revenue that is enriching cities across the state. L.A. NowThird attack by marine mammal in San Francisco's Aquatic Park prompts swimming ban CALIFORNIAWinds put hundreds of homes in Montecito area in danger as Thomas fire rages NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felony NATIONA senator stumped a Trump judicial nominee with basic legal questions. Here are the answersFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 11:30:16

Colorado Springs, home to five military bases and known for its conservative values, is missing out on sales tax revenue that is enriching cities across the state. L.A. NowThird attack by marine mammal in San Francisco's Aquatic Park prompts swimming ban NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felony NATIONA senator stumped a Trump judicial nominee with basic legal questions. Here are the answers ENTERTAINMENTPeter Jackson says Weinsteins blacklisted Ashley Judd, Mira Sorvino; Harvey Weinstein disagreesFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 12:15:11

Colorado Springs, home to five military bases and known for its conservative values, is missing out on sales tax revenue that is enriching cities across the state. BUSINESSWhy Rupert Murdoch is keeping the Fox lot in Century City even as he sells to Disney L.A. NowThird attack by marine mammal in San Francisco's Aquatic Park prompts swimming ban NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felony NATIONA senator stumped a Trump judicial nominee with basic legal questions. Here are the answersFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 13:00:25

If the fire gets into the canyon and the winds breathe new life into the flames, there is nothing to stop the blaze from racing into the foothill homes of Montecito, says a fire operations commander.Maps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities BUSINESSWhy Rupert Murdoch is keeping the Fox lot in Century City even as he sells to Disney L.A. NowThird attack by marine mammal in San Francisco's Aquatic Park prompts swimming ban NATIONA Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughts NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate L.A. NowThis police chief can only be fired if he commits a crime – and it has to be a felonyFrom Washington

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Bernie Sanders Trump tax cuts a barely disguised reward for billionaire donors

The Guardian  16/Dec/2017 13:15:10

The Vermont senator tells the Guardian why the tax bill – which could become law next week – is the result of 40 years’ scheming by the Kochs and others

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 13:15:13

If the fire gets into the canyon and the winds breathe new life into the flames, there is nothing to stop the blaze from racing into the foothill homes of Montecito, says a fire operations commander.Maps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities L.A. NowLessons from disastrous wine country fires helped in battling Southern California infernos BUSINESSWhy Rupert Murdoch is keeping the Fox lot in Century City even as he sells to Disney L.A. NowThird attack by marine mammal in San Francisco's Aquatic Park prompts swimming ban NATIONA Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughts NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinateFrom Washington

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Key features of the Republicans’ final tax bill

NBC News  16/Dec/2017 14:00:16

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 16:00:17

If the fire gets into the canyon and the winds breathe new life into the flames, there is nothing to stop the blaze from racing into the foothill homes of Montecito, says a fire operations commander.Maps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities L.A. NowWestside families sue over construction next to school BUSINESSWhy Rupert Murdoch is keeping the Fox lot in Century City even as he sells to Disney L.A. NowThird attack by marine mammal in San Francisco's Aquatic Park prompts swimming ban NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate NATIONA Colorado city declined to allow pot sales. Now it's having second thoughtsFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 16:30:16

If the fire gets into the canyon and the winds breathe new life into the flames, there is nothing to stop the blaze from racing into the foothill homes of Montecito, says a fire operations commander.Maps show Thomas fire is larger than many U.S. cities L.A. NowAfter California's most destructive fire season, a debate over where to rebuild homes L.A. NowWestside families sue over construction next to school BUSINESSWhy Rupert Murdoch is keeping the Fox lot in Century City even as he sells to Disney L.A. NowThird attack by marine mammal in San Francisco's Aquatic Park prompts swimming ban NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinateFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 16:45:11

If the fire gets into the canyon and the winds breathe new life into the flames, there is nothing to stop the blaze from racing into the foothill homes of Montecito, says a fire operations commander. L.A. NowAfter California's most destructive fire season, a debate over where to rebuild homes PoliticsGOP tax plan builds momentum as Rubio, Corker announce support ahead of next week's vote L.A. NowWestside families sue over construction next to school BUSINESSWhy Rupert Murdoch is keeping the Fox lot in Century City even as he sells to Disney L.A. NowThird attack by marine mammal in San Francisco's Aquatic Park prompts swimming banFrom Washington

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Alabama How millennials and African Americans delivered a ’perfect storm’ result

The Guardian  16/Dec/2017 17:45:09

Groups that drove Doug Jones’ win over Roy Moore – and Donald Trump – in the Senate election insist Democrats must not simply take credit and relax

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G.O.P. Tax Bill Could Upend Many Perks for Homeowners

New York Times  16/Dec/2017 18:15:07

The tax code has long offered rewards for buying rather than renting, an equation that has troubled some economists — and that the Republican bill upends.The bill will increase many homeowners’ monthly housing costs by scaling back deductions that allow them to reduce mortgage interest and property taxes.

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Alabama How liberal millennials and African Americans delivered a ’perfect storm’ result

The Guardian  16/Dec/2017 18:30:16

Groups that drove Doug Jones’ win over Roy Moore – and Donald Trump – insist Democrats must not simply take credit

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 18:30:18

If the fire gets into the canyon and the winds breathe new life into the flames, there is nothing to stop the blaze from racing into the foothill homes of Montecito, says a fire operations commander. L.A. NowAfter California's most destructive fire season, a debate over where to rebuild homes PoliticsGOP tax plan builds momentum as Rubio, Corker announce support ahead of next week's vote L.A. NowWestside families sue over construction next to school BUSINESSWhy Rupert Murdoch is keeping the Fox lot in Century City even as he sells to Disney NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinateFrom Washington

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Homeowners Have It Good. Too Good, Says the Tax Bill.

New York Times  16/Dec/2017 20:30:09

The tax code has long offered rewards for buying rather than renting, an equation that has troubled some economists — and that the Republican bill upends.The bill will increase many homeowners’ monthly housing costs by scaling back deductions that allow them to reduce mortgage interest and property taxes.

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 21:45:12

If the fire gets into the canyon and the winds breathe new life into the flames, there is nothing to stop the blaze from racing into the foothill homes of Montecito, says a fire operations commander. L.A. NowAfter California's most destructive fire season, a debate over where to rebuild homes DodgersDodgers trade Gonzalez, Kazmir, McCarthy and Culberson to Atlanta for Matt Kemp L.A. NowWestside families sue over construction next to school BUSINESSWhy Rupert Murdoch is keeping the Fox lot in Century City even as he sells to Disney NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinateFrom Washington

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Los Angeles Times  16/Dec/2017 22:15:12

If the fire gets into the canyon and the winds breathe new life into the flames, there is nothing to stop the blaze from racing into the foothill homes of Montecito, says a fire operations commander. DodgersDodgers trade Gonzalez, Kazmir, McCarthy and Culberson to Atlanta for Matt Kemp L.A. NowWestside families sue over construction next to school BUSINESSWhy Rupert Murdoch is keeping the Fox lot in Century City even as he sells to Disney NATIONFemale Kansas congressional candidate drops out over sexual harassment claim by male subordinate CALIFORNIASteve Lopez: Her six-hour commute each day seems crazy, but her affordable rent is notFrom Washington

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Could Russia cut off internet to NATO countries?

NBC News  16/Dec/2017 23:30:13

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