Rescuers are still searching for three people missing after a boat sank in San Francisco Bay near Alcatraz Island as part of memorial service. One person was pulled from the water but later died, and 16 others were rescued Tuesday afternoon. A dog on board also died. Authorities say the boat… Read moreRescuers keep searching for 3 people after a boat sank in San Francisco Bay, killing 1

The Trump administration’s latest nominee to lead the nation’ top public health agency drew frustrated reactions from some U.S. senators when they pressed her on whether she would protect the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention from political meddling. Dr. Erica Schwartz is up for dir… Read moreCDC nominee says she won't betray science — and also backs Kennedy's actions

Former President Joe Biden plans to publish his memoir, "Promise Me, America," this fall. Little, Brown and Company says the book is set for release Nov. 17 and will cover topics from the economy to Biden's decision not to seek reelection. Biden describes the book as a reflection on national… Read moreBiden will publish 'Promise Me, America' memoir after the November midterm elections

House Republicans have unveiled a $95 billion plan focused on boosting defense, aiding farmers and enacting stricter voter registration rules. The package would be a sequel to the massive tax and spending cut bill President Donald Trump signed into law last year. It’s a long-shot undertaking… Read moreHouse Republicans unveil $95 billion plan for the Iran war, farm aid and elections

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is defending the Justice Department’s handling of the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. He told his confirmation hearing that though “mistakes were made,” the disclosure of the documents was an exercise in unprecedented transparency. Blanche confronte… Read moreBlanche defends handling of Epstein files as he aims to solidify GOP support at confirmation hearing