The archive of all headlines from December 18, 2017, organized by time of publication.
Trump tells reporters he is not going to remove special counsel but senior aides criticise Russia inquiry as ‘a giant distraction’
The third-largest fire in California history is burning a massive swath from Santa Barbara to Ventura. L.A. NowFuneral procession for firefighter killed in Thomas blaze passing through fire-affected counties CALIFORNIACalifornia officials say housing next to freeways is a health risk — but they fund it anyway L.A. NowAn L.A. court mistakenly destroyed evidence a death row inmate says would free him. Now what? PoliticsCalifornia considers ‘green banking’ as it transitions to fully legal pot L.A. NowUC Berkeley conservative student aims to bridge the divide and revitalize 'civil discourse and political decency'From Washington
The third-largest fire in California history is burning a massive swath from Santa Barbara to Ventura. L.A. NowFuneral procession for firefighter killed in Thomas blaze passing through fire-affected counties ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONPutin calls Trump to thank him for U.S. help foiling terrorist strike CALIFORNIACalifornia officials say housing next to freeways is a health risk — but they fund it anyway L.A. NowAn L.A. court mistakenly destroyed evidence a death row inmate says would free him. Now what? PoliticsCalifornia considers ‘green banking’ as it transitions to fully legal potFrom Washington
The third-largest fire in California history is burning a massive swath from Santa Barbara to Ventura. PoliticsOne year in, Trump tries to define his national security strategy to fit his 'America first' vision L.A. NowFuneral procession for firefighter killed in Thomas blaze passing through fire-affected counties ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONPutin calls Trump to thank him for U.S. help foiling terrorist strike CALIFORNIACalifornia officials say housing next to freeways is a health risk — but they fund it anyway L.A. NowAn L.A. court mistakenly destroyed evidence a death row inmate says would free him. Now what?From Washington
The third-largest fire in California history is burning a massive swath from Santa Barbara to Ventura.The fury of monster fire leaves residents no choice but to flee
President Trump repeated on Sunday that he was not considering firing Robert S. Mueller III, even as tension escalated between the special counsel and the White House.A lawyer for Mr. Trump said investigators improperly acquired emails, prompting a rare statement of defense from the special counsel.
Although an epic firefight was largely a success, some expensive homes were lost in this affluent coastal community known for its celebrity residents.Thomas fire continues to grow as strong, shifting winds bring new dangers
Although an epic firefight was largely a success, some expensive homes were lost in this affluent coastal community known for its celebrity residents.Fire crews take advantage of calm winds, but 'we’ll always be in the ‘ready, set, go’ mode'
Obama administration added climate to list of threats to US interests but president will outline new approach in unprecedented White House speech
Two mountain climbers died near the top of Mount Everest in 2016. Their bodies lay frozen there for a year. Then a journey began to bring them home.
Kozinski, who served more than three decades on the appeals court, faces more than a dozen reports of sexual misconduct. BUSINESSWill the GOP tax bill stall California's economic growth? PoliticsTrump to outline a broad national security strategy in a speech on Monday BUSINESSRetailers scramble to please the #samedaydelivery shopper PoliticsGeorge Skelton: Thanks to Trump's tax plan, victims of disasters large and small are about to get scrooged PoliticsTrump: 'No, I'm not' firing Mueller, as allies step up attacks on special counsel probeFrom Washington
Kozinski, who served more than three decades on the appeals court, faces more than a dozen reports of sexual misconduct. BUSINESSWill the GOP tax bill stall California's economic growth? NATIONPuerto Rico's governor orders review of all post-hurricane deaths amid accusations of undercounting BUSINESSRetailers scramble to please the #samedaydelivery shopper PoliticsTrump to outline a broad national security strategy in a speech on Monday PoliticsGeorge Skelton: Thanks to Trump's tax plan, victims of disasters large and small are about to get scroogedFrom Washington
Kozinski, who served more than three decades on the appeals court, faces more than a dozen reports of sexual misconduct. BUSINESSWill the GOP tax bill stall California's economic growth? PoliticsCorker raises new questions about GOP tax bill on eve of votes NATIONPuerto Rico's governor orders review of all post-hurricane deaths amid accusations of undercounting BUSINESSRetailers scramble to please the #samedaydelivery shopper PoliticsTrump to outline a broad national security strategy in a speech on MondayFrom Washington
Kozinski, who served more than three decades on the appeals court, faces more than a dozen reports of sexual misconduct. L.A. NowCrews saved hundreds of homes in epic battle against wind and fire. But two families returned to rubble BUSINESSWill the GOP tax bill stall California's economic growth? PoliticsCorker raises new questions about GOP tax bill on eve of votes NATIONPuerto Rico's governor orders review of all post-hurricane deaths amid accusations of undercounting BUSINESSRetailers scramble to please the #samedaydelivery shopperFrom Washington
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Kozinski, who served more than three decades on the appeals court, faces more than a dozen reports of sexual misconduct. L.A. NowWith more than 8,500 firefighters doing battle, this is California's largest wildfire response L.A. NowCrews saved hundreds of homes in epic battle against wind and fire. But two families returned to rubble BUSINESSWill the GOP tax bill stall California's economic growth? PoliticsCorker raises new questions about GOP tax bill on eve of votes NATIONPuerto Rico's governor orders review of all post-hurricane deaths amid accusations of undercountingFrom Washington
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Kozinski, who served more than three decades on the appeals court, faces more than a dozen reports of sexual misconduct. L.A. NowWith more than 8,500 firefighters doing battle, this is California's largest wildfire response COMPANY TOWNESPN President John Skipper resigns, citing substance addiction problem NATIONAmtrak train derails over I-5 in Washington state; multiple fatalities reported BUSINESSWill the GOP tax bill stall California's economic growth? NATIONPuerto Rico's governor orders review of all post-hurricane deaths amid accusations of undercountingFrom Washington
Train was heading south on new high-speed rail route that opened on Monday when it derailed near Tacoma in Washington state
Kozinski, who served more than three decades on the appeals court, faces more than a dozen reports of sexual misconduct. L.A. NowWith more than 8,500 firefighters doing battle, this is California's largest wildfire response COMPANY TOWNESPN President John Skipper resigns, citing substance addiction problem NATIONAmtrak train derails over I-5 in Washington state; multiple fatalities reported PoliticsRepublican tax bill fuels anxiety across the nation's healthcare system NATIONPuerto Rico's governor orders review of all post-hurricane deaths amid accusations of undercountingFrom Washington
Train was heading south on new high-speed rail route that opened on Monday when it derailed near Tacoma in Washington state
Trump is set to describe his approach to national security as one of 'principled realism.'Read the full text of President Trump's national security strategy
President Trump releases a national security strategy paper in advance of a speech distilling its “America first” theme.Read the full text of President Trump's national security strategy
An Amtrak train derailed off a bridge and onto Interstate 5 in Washington state south of Seattle on Monday morning, killing multiple people and injuring dozens, according to officials and local media reports.
The first Amtrak train to carry passengers on a new rail route in Washington state derailed off a bridge and onto Interstate 5, killing multiple people, according to reports.