The archive of all headlines from May 21, 2015, organized by time of publication.
Emergency officials say cleaning up the oil could take at least three days. The extent of the effect on wildlife is not yet clear. BUSINESS Santa Barbara hotels are unaffected by oil spill; 2 beaches closed
Republican takes to Senate floor hours before deadline to renew justification for NSA’s bulk collection of Americans’ phone records
Emergency officials say cleaning up the oil could take at least three days. The extent of the effect on wildlife is not yet clear. L.A. Now Visitors worry about spill's effect on wildlife
The case drew significant attention after LAPD officers led some teenagers out of the school in handcuffs in March. Mexico & the Americas Mexican town besieged by rival gangs, as police and army stand on sidelines
Republican takes to Senate floor hours before deadline to renew justification for NSA’s bulk collection of Americans’ phone records
In a letter written less than six months before his death, the al-Qaeda leader contemplated a departure from the compound in Pakistan that might have altered the course of history.
Speech seen as a run-out-the-clock strategy to block renewal of the Patriot Act – and Senator Paul could be ready to speak for some time. Follow it live here
Speech was seen as a run-out-the-clock strategy to block renewal of the Patriot Act – but Senator Paul calls time shortly before midnight
Speech was seen as a run-out-the-clock strategy to block renewal of the Patriot Act – but Senator Paul calls time shortly before midnight
State’s single-chamber house approves historic measure but governor’s veto pledge means a further vote will be required to override him
State’s single-chamber house approves measure but governor says he will not sign it into law, meaning a further vote will be required to override him
Former Florida governor says it is ‘intellectually arrogant’ to declare that the science is decided on human or natural causes
A Times analysis of data shows the company responsible for the ruptured Santa Barbara pipeline had a rate of incidents more than three times the national average. Mexico & the Americas Mexican town besieged by rival gangs, as police and army stand on sidelines
A Times analysis of data shows the company responsible for the ruptured Santa Barbara pipeline has a rate of incidents more than three times the national average. Mexico & the Americas Mexican town besieged by rival gangs, as police and army stand on sidelines
Islamic State militants captured the historic city of Palmyra, residents and the Syrian state news media said, a victory that gives them another strategically important prize five days after the group seized the Iraqi city of Ramadi.
Former Florida governor casts doubt on causes of climate change despite the world’s top climate scientists saying humans are unequivocally to blame
Negotiators are scheduled to meet Thursday in Washington for another round of talks to iron out remaining details and discuss possible dates.
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Former Florida governor casts doubt on causes of climate change despite the world’s top climate scientists saying humans are unequivocally to blame
The militants’ sweep into the UNESCO World Heritage site is the Islamic State’s second significant advance in the past week following the fall of Ramadi in Iraq.
The militants’ sweep into a city with ruins designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site is the Islamic State’s second significant advance in the past week following the fall of Ramadi in Iraq.
A Times analysis of data shows the company responsible for the ruptured Santa Barbara pipeline has a rate of incidents more than three times the national average. BUSINESS L.A. firms see peril in tying minimum wage increases to inflation
Clues as to what caused a 24-inch oil pipeline to rupture along the Gaviota Coast remain buried, but workers hope to begin excavating today to get their first glimpse of the breach. BUSINESS L.A. firms see peril in tying minimum wage increases to inflation
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Clues as to what caused a 24-inch oil pipeline to rupture along the Gaviota Coast remain buried, but workers hope to begin excavating today to get their first glimpse of the breach. BUSINESS Could tying minimum wage to inflation lead to automatic annual layoffs?
Negotiators are meeting Thursday in Washington for another round of talks to iron out remaining details and discuss possible dates.
Sensitive emails detail some of the concerns among Clinton and her aides over 2012 attack that left four Americans dead, including ambassador Chris Stevens
The Senate will now vote on a series of amendments – some highly controversial – before a final vote on the legislation that would empower President Obama to complete a major Pacific trade agreement.
The president’s bid to secure a sweeping Pacific-rim trade deal cleared a major hurdle as the Senate voted to end debate on a measure giving him expanded authority to complete the accord.
Clues as to what caused a 24-inch oil pipeline to rupture along the Gaviota Coast remain buried, but workers hope to begin excavating today to get their first glimpse of the breach. Nation Obama's trade agenda clears key Senate hurdle
Clues as to what caused a 24-inch oil pipeline to rupture along the Gaviota Coast remain buried, but workers hope to begin excavating today to get their first glimpse of the breach.
Opponents plan further attempts on Thursday to block renewal of NSA’s current authority to collect Americans’ phone records in bulk
The president’s bid to secure a Pacific Rim trade deal cleared a major hurdle as the Senate voted to end debate on a measure giving him expanded authority to complete the accord.
'We must deal with the world as it is, not as we might wish it to be,' Robert M. Gates said at the scout's annual meeting in Atlanta. L.A. Now Cause of California coastal oil spill could be revealed today
'We must deal with the world as it is, not as we might wish it to be,' Robert M. Gates said at the Scout's annual meeting in Atlanta. L.A. Now Cause of California coastal oil spill could be revealed today
Ten-hour speech and opponents of NSA threaten renewal of surveillance powers ad Mitch McConnell scrambles to end debate on bulk collection
'We must deal with the world as it is, not as we might wish it to be,' Robert M. Gates said at the Scout's annual meeting in Atlanta. L.A. Now California oil spill: 7,700 gallons of oily water skimmed from ocean
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Daron Dylon Wint is a former employee of the iron company run by Savvas Savopoulos, who was killed last week with his wife, son and housekeeper, police said. Wint is believed to be in Brooklyn.
The possibility that the extremists could damage or destroy the majestic ruins - considered among the world's most magnificent architectural sites - has drawn international alarm and calls that the site be protected. Nation President of Boy Scouts urges end to ban on gay leaders in organization
The Senate will now vote on a series of amendments – some highly contentious – before a final vote on the legislation that would empower President Obama to complete a major Pacific trade agreement.
Daron Dylon Wint is a former employee of the iron company run by Savvas Savopoulos, who was killed last week with his wife, son and housekeeper and found in their burning home, police said. Wint is believed to be in Brooklyn.
Baltimore Unrest
Baltimore state’s attorney Marilyn Mosby announces indictments on multiple charges, including one on second-degree murder, in the death of Freddie Gray
Baltimore Unrest
The possibility that the extremists could damage or destroy the majestic ruins - considered among the world's most magnificent architectural sites - has drawn international alarm and calls that the site be protected. Nation Grand jury indicts six Baltimore officers in in Freddie Gray case