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Can public money flow to Catholic charter school? The Supreme Court will decide

Can public money flow to Catholic charter school? The Supreme Court will decide

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Catholic Church in Oklahoma wants taxpayers to fund an online charter school that “is faithful to the teachings of Jesus Christ.” The Supreme Court could well approve. St.
Canadians give Liberals 4th mandate; Carney wins Ottawa riding

Canadians give Liberals 4th mandate; Carney wins Ottawa riding

OTTAWA — Canadians handed the Liberals a fourth mandate on Monday, with Prime Minister Mark Carney set to lead Canada through an economic crisis triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Black female WWII unit, 'Six Triple Eight,' to receive congressional honor

Black female WWII unit, 'Six Triple Eight,' to receive congressional honor

The only Black, all-female unit to serve in Europe during World War II, commonly known as the “Six Triple Eight,” will be presented Tuesday with the Congressional Gold Medal, following a long-running campaign to recognize their efforts.
Rob Manfred says he discussed Pete Rose's status with Donald Trump and will rule on reinstatement

Rob Manfred says he discussed Pete Rose's status with Donald Trump and will rule on reinstatement

NEW YORK (AP) — Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said he discussed Pete Rose with President Donald Trump at a meeting two weeks ago and he plans to rule on a request to end the sport's permanent ban of the career hits leader, who died in September.
The Latest: Trump signs new executive actions on immigration

The Latest: Trump signs new executive actions on immigration

President Donald Trump on Monday signed executive orders related to immigration, including one that requires English-language proficiency for commercial motor drivers, such as truckers.
White House focuses on border crackdown as it marks 100 days for Trump's second term

White House focuses on border crackdown as it marks 100 days for Trump's second term

WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House on Monday opened a weeklong celebration of Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office by focusing on his border crackdown, an area of relative strength for the president at a time when there are red flags for him in the
Trump celebrates the Super Bowl champ Eagles at White House, but star QB Jalen Hurts skips ceremony

Trump celebrates the Super Bowl champ Eagles at White House, but star QB Jalen Hurts skips ceremony

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump feted the 2025 Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles at the White House on Monday, but several players, including quarterback Jalen Hurts, decided to skip the celebration.
Quebec's failed auto insurance digital shift could cost $500M, inquiry hears

Quebec's failed auto insurance digital shift could cost $500M, inquiry hears

MONTREAL — A public inquiry examining a failed digital shift by Quebec's automobile insurance board heard Monday it could end up costing the province nearly half a billion dollars more than initially planned.

Mexico and US reach deal on Rio Grande water sharing

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico and the United States said Monday they had reached an agreement that involves Mexico immediately sending more water from their shared Rio Grande basin to Texas farmers after U.S.
Another federal judge expresses skepticism over Trump law firm executive orders

Another federal judge expresses skepticism over Trump law firm executive orders

WASHINGTON (AP) — Another federal judge in Washington has expressed skepticism about the legality of a Trump administration executive order targeting a prominent law firm, saying he was concerned that the clear purpose of the edict was punishment. U.
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