The archive of all headlines from December 21, 2017, organized by time of publication.
Democrats are hoping California Republicans will have to answer in next year’s midterms for their support of the effort to abolish the Affordable Care Act, backed by all 14 California Republicans in May, and now, the sweeping tax overhaul that passed Tuesday with support from 12 of them. GOP’s $1.5-trillion tax overhaul plan gets final approval from House Tax bill simplifies filing for some but complicates it for others — and don’t count on that postcard 12 California Republicans vote to support tax overhaul for a second time; Rohrabacher and Issa say noAfternoon Reportlatest headlines BUSINESS Hollywood producer Gary Goddard accused of sexual misconduct by 8 former child actors Gus Garcia-Roberts
Democrats are hoping California Republicans will have to answer in next year’s midterms for their support of the effort to abolish the Affordable Care Act, backed by all 14 California Republicans in May, and now, the sweeping tax overhaul that passed Tuesday with support from 12 of them. 12 California Republicans vote to support tax overhaul for a second time; Rohrabacher and Issa say no Tax bill simplifies filing for some but complicates it for others — and don’t count on that postcard A guide to paying your property taxes early — before the new tax law kicks inAfternoon Reportlatest headlines BUSINESS Hollywood producer Gary Goddard accused of sexual misconduct by 8 former child actors Gus Garcia-Roberts
Democrats are hoping California Republicans will have to answer in next year’s midterms for their support of the effort to abolish the Affordable Care Act, backed by all 14 California Republicans in May, and now, the sweeping tax overhaul that passed Tuesday with support from 12 of them. Trump notches first big legislative win with tax cut bill — but it’s far from his populist promises 12 California Republicans vote to support tax overhaul for a second time; Rohrabacher and Issa say no A guide to paying your property taxes early — before the new tax law kicks inAfternoon Reportlatest headlines BUSINESS Hollywood producer Gary Goddard accused of sexual misconduct by 8 former child actors Gus Garcia-Roberts
Jared Kushner will save up to $12m, while five other members of Trump’s inner circle will also see benefits worth millions of dollars
President Trump and congressional Republicans are betting that their extensive and contested tax code rewrite will ultimately raise wages and create jobs.If they are proved correct, they will be repudiating not only historical experience but also most experts.
After 11 months in office, President Trump got to celebrate one of the things he's coveted most — a major legislative achievement — and on his party’s signature issue, tax cuts. The GOP tax plan passed. Now Democrats have another big issue to use in the midterms 12 California Republicans vote to support tax overhaul for a second time; Rohrabacher and Issa say no A guide to paying your property taxes early — before the new tax law kicks inAfternoon Reportlatest headlines BUSINESS Hollywood producer Gary Goddard accused of sexual misconduct by 8 former child actors Gus Garcia-Roberts
President Trump and congressional Republicans are betting that their extensive and contested tax code rewrite will ultimately raise wages and create jobs.If they are proved correct, they will be repudiating not only historical experience but also most experts.
After 11 months in office, President Trump got to celebrate one of the things he's coveted most — a major legislative achievement — and on his party’s signature issue, tax cuts. A guide to paying your property taxes early — before the new tax law kicks in With tax overhaul passing, here are five moves to consider before year’s end Homeownership will get more expensive for some Californians under the GOP tax billAfternoon Reportlatest headlines BUSINESS Hollywood producer Gary Goddard accused of sexual misconduct by 8 former child actors Gus Garcia-Roberts
Under the new plan, buyers can deduct interest on mortgages up to $750,000, for homes bought after Dec. 15. (Homes purchased on that date or before then aren’t affected.) That’s down from the current $1-million limit. Trump notches first big legislative win with tax cut bill — but it’s far from his populist promises A guide to paying your property taxes early — before the new tax law kicks in With tax overhaul passing, here are five moves to consider before year’s endAfternoon Reportlatest headlines BUSINESS Hollywood producer Gary Goddard accused of sexual misconduct by 8 former child actors Gus Garcia-Roberts
How much does voting for the GOP bill really hurt vulnerable California Republicans? It's unclear, says one strategist: «There are an incredible number of unknowns.” Homeownership will get more expensive for some Californians Trump notches first big legislative win with tax cut bill — but it’s far from his populist promises A guide to paying your property taxes early — before the new tax law kicks inAfternoon Reportlatest headlines BUSINESS Hollywood producer Gary Goddard accused of sexual misconduct by 8 former child actors Gus Garcia-Roberts
Firefighters who have spent more than two weeks trying to control the massive wildfire are optimistic that their days of preparation will keep hot spots from igniting. Among their measures: torching old vegetation. The Republican tax plan is a victory for the Democrats — maybe Homeownership will get more expensive for some Californians Trump notches first big legislative win with tax cut bill — but it’s far from his populist promisesAfternoon Reportlatest headlines BUSINESS Hollywood producer Gary Goddard accused of sexual misconduct by 8 former child actors Gus Garcia-Roberts
Over the last seven years, maximum temperatures during the fall have gotten hotter and there has been less rain. This October and November were the hottest in 122 years of record keeping for the region. Powerful winds fan new dangers in Thomas fire: ’It will be the test to see if we have done everything correct’ The Republican tax plan is a victory for the Democrats — maybe Homeownership will get more expensive for some CaliforniansAfternoon Reportlatest headlines BUSINESS Hollywood producer Gary Goddard accused of sexual misconduct by 8 former child actors Gus Garcia-Roberts
Each year, US cities give thousands of homeless people one-way tickets out of town. An 18-month nationwide investigation by the Guardian reveals, for the first time, what happens at journey’s end
Over the last seven years, maximum temperatures during the fall have gotten hotter and there has been less rain. This October and November were the hottest in 122 years of record keeping for the region. Powerful winds fan new dangers in Thomas fire: ’It will be the test to see if we have done everything correct’ The Republican tax plan is a victory for the Democrats — maybe Homeownership will get more expensive for some CaliforniansAfternoon Reportlatest headlines Politics Protesters stash bullhorns and hot chocolate, just in case Trump fires Mueller Chris Megerian
Across the country, activists are making plans, collecting supplies and raising money to swiftly launch hundreds of street protests if the president fires the special counsel. L.A. NowPowerful winds fan new dangers in Thomas fire: 'It will be the test to see if we have done everything correct' TechnologySo you want to return that online purchase? This Santa Monica start-up makes it easy WorldSouth Korea fires warning shots after another North Korean soldier defects BUSINESSHomeownership will get more expensive for some Californians under the GOP tax bill LakersLakers surprise Rockets with impressive win and snap their 14-game winning streakFrom Washington
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Across the country, activists are making plans, collecting supplies and raising money to swiftly launch hundreds of street protests if the president fires the special counsel. PoliticsMark Z. Barabak: San Francisco is getting a new mayor and creating a political star. Who will it be? TechnologySo you want to return that online purchase? This Santa Monica start-up makes it easy BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownership PoliticsGeorge Skelton: The Republican tax plan is a victory for the Democrats — maybe BUSINESSHomeownership will get more expensive for some Californians under the GOP tax billFrom Washington
Across the country, activists are making plans, collecting supplies and raising money to swiftly launch hundreds of street protests if the president fires the special counsel. PoliticsMark Z. Barabak: San Francisco is getting a new mayor and creating a political star. Who will it be? TechnologySo you want to return that online purchase? This Santa Monica start-up makes it easy BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownership PoliticsGeorge Skelton: The Republican tax plan is a victory for the Democrats — maybe BUSINESSHomeownership will get more expensive for some Californians under the GOP tax billFrom Washington
Across the country, activists are making plans, collecting supplies and raising money to swiftly launch hundreds of street protests if the president fires the special counsel. L.A. NowL.A.'s increasingly hot and dry autumns result in 'these near-apocalyptic fires' PoliticsMark Z. Barabak: San Francisco is getting a new mayor and creating a political star. Who will it be? TechnologySo you want to return that online purchase? This Santa Monica start-up makes it easy BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownership PoliticsGeorge Skelton: The Republican tax plan is a victory for the Democrats — maybeFrom Washington
President Trump and congressional Republicans are betting that their extensive and contested tax code rewrite will ultimately raise wages and create jobs.If they are proved correct, they will be repudiating not only historical experience but also most experts.
The sweeping tax overhaul approved by Congress this week hands Republicans a long-sought achievement they believe will bolster their defenses in next year’s midterm campaign.But party officials concede the measure can only mitigate their losses in what is shaping up to be a punishing election year.
The United Nations body’s debate and vote highlighted for a second time in a week the international isolation of the United States over the Jerusalem issue
Across the country, activists are making plans, collecting supplies and raising money to swiftly launch hundreds of street protests if the president fires the special counsel. L.A. NowL.A.'s increasingly hot and dry autumns result in 'these near-apocalyptic fires' ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONU.N. General Assembly ignores Trump's threats, overwhelmingly condemns U.S. for Jerusalem move TechnologySo you want to return that online purchase? This Santa Monica start-up makes it easy BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownership PoliticsGeorge Skelton: The Republican tax plan is a victory for the Democrats — maybeFrom Washington
The sweeping tax overhaul approved by Congress this week hands Republicans a long-sought achievement they believe will bolster their defenses in next year’s midterm campaign.But party officials concede the measure can only mitigate their losses in what is shaping up to be a punishing election year.
Across the country, activists are making plans, collecting supplies and raising money to swiftly launch hundreds of street protests if the president fires the special counsel. L.A. NowL.A.'s increasingly hot and dry autumns result in 'these near-apocalyptic fires' ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONU.N. General Assembly overwhelmingly condemns Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel TechnologySo you want to return that online purchase? This Santa Monica start-up makes it easy BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownership PoliticsGeorge Skelton: The Republican tax plan is a victory for the Democrats — maybeFrom Washington
The nonbinding resolution demands that Washington rescind its declaration, which included a plan to transfer the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in coming years. L.A. NowL.A.'s increasingly hot and dry autumns result in 'these near-apocalyptic fires' PoliticsProtesters stash bullhorns and hot chocolate, just in case Trump fires Mueller TechnologySo you want to return that online purchase? This Santa Monica start-up makes it easy BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownership PoliticsGeorge Skelton: The Republican tax plan is a victory for the Democrats — maybeFrom Washington
The nonbinding resolution demands that Washington rescind its declaration, which included a plan to transfer the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in coming years. L.A. NowEvacuation orders lifted in Santa Barbara County as crews tame massive Thomas fire PoliticsProtesters stash bullhorns and hot chocolate, just in case Trump fires Mueller TechnologySo you want to return that online purchase? This Santa Monica start-up makes it easy BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownership PoliticsGeorge Skelton: The Republican tax plan is a victory for the Democrats — maybeFrom Washington
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The nonbinding resolution demands that Washington rescind its declaration, which included a plan to transfer the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in coming years. L.A. NowEvacuation orders lifted in Santa Barbara County as crews tame massive Thomas fire ESSENTIAL POLITICSSen. Dianne Feinstein says she will not back must-pass spending bill without fixes for 'Dreamers' and children's healthcare TechnologySo you want to return that online purchase? This Santa Monica start-up makes it easy BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownership PoliticsGeorge Skelton: The Republican tax plan is a victory for the Democrats — maybeFrom Washington
The nonbinding resolution demands that Washington rescind its declaration, which included a plan to transfer the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in coming years. L.A. NowEvacuation orders lifted in Santa Barbara County as crews tame massive Thomas fire PoliticsCongress prepares to vote on $81 billion in disaster aid, stopgap plan to prevent federal shutdown ESSENTIAL POLITICSSen. Dianne Feinstein says she will not back must-pass spending bill without fixes for 'Dreamers' and children's healthcare TechnologySo you want to return that online purchase? This Santa Monica start-up makes it easy BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownershipFrom Washington
The nonbinding resolution demands that Washington rescind its declaration, which included a plan to transfer the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in coming years. L.A. NowEvacuation orders lifted in Santa Barbara County as crews tame massive Thomas fire PoliticsCongress prepares to vote on $81 billion in disaster aid, stopgap plan to prevent federal shutdown ESSENTIAL POLITICSSen. Dianne Feinstein says she will not back must-pass spending bill without fixes for 'Dreamers' and children's healthcare TechnologyApple designs iPhones to run slower as battery ages, but doesn't let us replace battery cheaply BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownershipFrom Washington
The sweeping tax overhaul approved by Congress this week hands Republicans a long-sought achievement they believe will bolster their defenses in next year’s midterm campaign.But party officials concede the measure can only mitigate their losses in what is shaping up to be a punishing election year.
The nonbinding resolution demands that Washington rescind its declaration, which included a plan to transfer the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in coming years. L.A. NowEvacuation orders lifted in Santa Barbara County as crews tame massive Thomas fire PoliticsCongress prepares to vote on $81 billion in disaster aid, stopgap plan to prevent federal shutdown ESSENTIAL POLITICSSen. Dianne Feinstein says she will not back must-pass spending bill without fixes for 'Dreamers' and children's healthcare Consumer ConfidentialDavid Lazarus: GOP tax bill could have lowered crazy-high drug prices BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownershipFrom Washington
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The nonbinding resolution demands that Washington rescind its declaration, which included a plan to transfer the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in coming years. COMPANY TOWNHarvey Weinstein faces new $10-million sexual harassment lawsuit from former employee L.A. NowEvacuation orders lifted in Santa Barbara County as crews tame massive Thomas fire PoliticsCongress prepares to vote on $81 billion in disaster aid, stopgap plan to prevent federal shutdown ESSENTIAL POLITICSSen. Dianne Feinstein says she will not back must-pass spending bill without fixes for 'Dreamers' and children's healthcare Consumer ConfidentialDavid Lazarus: GOP tax bill could have lowered crazy-high drug pricesFrom Washington
The nonbinding resolution demands that Washington rescind its declaration, which included a plan to transfer the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in coming years. L.A. NowEvacuation orders lifted in Santa Barbara County as crews tame massive Thomas fire PoliticsCongress prepares to vote on $81 billion in disaster aid, stopgap plan to prevent federal shutdown ESSENTIAL POLITICSSen. Dianne Feinstein says she will not back must-pass spending bill without fixes for 'Dreamers' and children's healthcare Consumer ConfidentialDavid Lazarus: GOP tax bill could have lowered crazy-high drug prices BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownershipFrom Washington
The spending bill would fund three more months of the Childrens’ Health Insurance Program, which provides insurance for nearly 9 million children. L.A. NowEvacuation orders lifted in Santa Barbara County as crews tame massive Thomas fire ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONU.N. General Assembly overwhelmingly condemns Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel ESSENTIAL POLITICSSen. Dianne Feinstein says she will not back must-pass spending bill without fixes for 'Dreamers' and children's healthcare Consumer ConfidentialDavid Lazarus: GOP tax bill could have lowered crazy-high drug prices BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownershipFrom Washington
Ambassadors of the 193-member General Assembly voted to approve a nonbinding resolution demanding that the United States rescind the Dec. 6 decision on Jerusalem.The vote amounted to a collective act of defiance toward the Trump administration at the United Nations, the world’s biggest diplomatic stage.
The spending bill funds three more months of the Childrens’ Health Insurance Program, which provides insurance for nearly 9 million children. L.A. NowEvacuation orders lifted in Santa Barbara County as crews tame massive Thomas fire ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONU.N. General Assembly overwhelmingly condemns Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel ESSENTIAL POLITICSSen. Dianne Feinstein says she will not back must-pass spending bill without fixes for 'Dreamers' and children's healthcare Consumer ConfidentialDavid Lazarus: GOP tax bill could have lowered crazy-high drug prices BUSINESSHow the tax plan could change home ownershipFrom Washington
The House also approves an $81 billion disaster aid package to help California and Gulf Coast states recover from wildfires and hurricanes. L.A. NowEvacuation orders lifted in Santa Barbara County as crews tame massive Thomas fire ESSENTIAL WASHINGTONU.N. General Assembly overwhelmingly condemns Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel ESSENTIAL POLITICSSen. Dianne Feinstein says she will not back must-pass spending bill without fixes for 'Dreamers' and children's healthcare Consumer ConfidentialDavid Lazarus: GOP tax bill could have lowered crazy-high drug prices PoliticsTrump official sought to block abortion for a 17-year-old rape victimFrom Washington
Ambassadors of the 193-member General Assembly voted to approve a nonbinding resolution demanding that the United States rescind the Dec. 6 decision on Jerusalem.The vote amounted to a collective act of defiance toward the Trump administration at the United Nations, the world’s biggest diplomatic stage.