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President Obama to Offer 'admonitions' in Farewell Address
President Obama's farewell speech. President-elect Trump's strategy on government inaction. And Team Trump's influence over state party organizations.
Cabinet Hearings: What to Watch This Week
President-elect Donald Trump's nominees for top Cabinet posts will be in the spotlight this week as the Senate holds a frenzy of confirmation hearings.
Conway on Streep's Criticism: 'Is it always appropriate to talk politics?'
Kellyanne Conway brushed aside actress Meryl Streep's Golden Globes stage condemnation of President-elect Donald Trump, calling Hollywood a "myopic place" that wanted Trump to lose.
First on CNN: Matthew Shepard's Mother Blasts Trump AG Pick Sessions' Votes On Hate Crimes Law
The mother of Matthew Shepard is urging senators to oppose Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions' nomination to become President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general, citing his opposition to hate crimes legislation.
Montel Williams: Obama Pledged to Support All Americans
As President Barack Obama prepares to finish his final days as the nation's commander in chief, social and political analysts around the world are offering thoughts on the outgoing leader's legacy.
Sanders Urges Dems to Challenge -- But Not Obstruct -- Trump
Bernie Sanders said Senate Democratic leaders discussed Monday whether the party would flatly oppose any nomination President-elect Donald Trump makes to the Supreme Court.
Fort Worth Police Suspend Officer in Controversial Arrest Video
A Fort Worth officer seen in a Facebook video arresting a woman who called police after a neighbor allegedly assaulted her young son has been suspended without pay for 10 days, authorities said Monday.
Orlando Tragedy: Two Officers Remembered
One officer was a mother known for working with youth in the Orlando community. The other was a hulking former college football player known as "Big Norm."
Dylann Roof Trial: Closing Arguments to Follow Days of Chilling Testimony
Dylann Roof's federal trial is nearing its final chapter.
Where Change Never Came: Obama's Hometown
Tears rolled down her face as Ursula Phoenix stood in Grant Park witnessing Barack Obama, a man from the South Side of Chicago, become the first black President of the United States in 2008.
5 Things for Tuesday, January 10, 2017: Orlando Manhunt, Jeff Sessions, Donald Trump
Tragedies in Orlando. Threats from North Korea. Transitions in DC. Here are the 5 things you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Twitter User Suspended for 'calling out bigotry'
Twitter's strategy toward online harassment is notoriously flawed -- and the latest reminder came on Monday.
BMW Committed to New Factory in Mexico
BMW is sticking with plans to open a new factory in Mexico in 2019 despite warnings from President-elect Donald Trump that he will slap a border tax on cars imported from the country.
FDA Confirms That St. Jude's Cardiac Devices Can Be Hacked
It's official: Hearts can be hacked. The FDA confirmed that St. Jude Medical's implantable cardiac devices have vulnerabilities that could allow a hacker to access a device. Once in, they could deplete the battery or administer incorrect pacing or shocks, the FDA said on Monday.
Tanden: Clinton Will Never Run for Office Again
Hillary Clinton confidante Neera Tanden says she doesn't expect Clinton to run for New York mayor -- or anything else, ever again.
3 Texas Men Missing While Duck Hunting Found Dead
The bodies of three men who disappeared during a duck hunting trip on Texas' Gulf Coast have been found, authorities said Sunday.
Golden Globes 2017: 'La La Land' Breaks Record
"La La Land" swept Sunday's 74th Golden Globe Awards and set a record. The musical film -- starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling -- won all seven of the awards for which it received nominations including best motion picture - musical or comedy, best director, best screenplay, best score and acting awards for its stars.
More Women Got Mammograms When Obamacare Paid for Them
Obamacare eliminated the costs and out-of-pocket expenses for Americans wanting preventive health care services -- including mammography and colonoscopy, both tests able to detect cancer.
La Liga: Lionel Messi Salvages Point But Is Barcelona's Title Defense Over?
But for another stroke of Lionel Messi magic, it could have been an even worse start to 2017 for Barcelona.
Meryl Streep Attacks Trump in Golden Globes Acceptance Speech
Meryl Streep was honored at the Golden Globes for a lifetime of notable work, and she took the opportunity to make a sustained attack on US President-elect Donald Trump.
Winter Storm Moves Up East Coast
The winter storm that socked the Southeast has moved up the East Coast, promising heavy snow and frigid temperatures early this week for millions of people in the Northeast.
How Did Fort Lauderdale Suspect Get Gun Back?
He was incoherent and agitated. Voices in his head told him to join ISIS, according to law enforcement sources.
5 Things for Monday, January 9, 2017: Meryl Streep, Fort Lauderdale, Donald Trump
So. Much. Happened. Over the weekend. So let's get you Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Fort Lauderdale Airport Shooting: Multiple People Killed, Suspect In Custody
Gunshots erupted at the Fort Lauderdale airport on Friday, leaving multiple people dead.
Killer Whale at Center of 'Blackfish' Dies
Tilikum, the killer whale involved in the deaths of three people, including SeaWorld trainer Dawn Brancheau in 2010, has died, SeaWorld reported Friday.
The South Hunkers Down for Winter Storm
A messy mix of snow, sleet, ice and rain is expected to blanket much of the Southeastern United States as a winter storm sweeps through the region late Friday and early Saturday.
5 Things for Friday, January 6, 2017: Russia Hacking, Border Wall, Facebook Live
Good Friday morning. And thank you. Why? Because 5 Things just hit 50,000 subscribers! It's a great way to start the year, and we appreciate the support. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Donald Trump Deposition Completed Earlier Thursday
President-elect Donald Trump completed a deposition Thursday over his legal battle against chef José Andrés, Trump transition team spokeswoman Hope Hicks told CNN.
Police: No Link Between Chicago Torture Video and Black Lives Matter
No one disputes the horror of a special-needs teen getting beaten as another teen broadcasts the torture on Facebook Live.
Mike Pence: Trump's Fixer with Hill Republicans
Republicans on Capitol Hill are still feeling out President-elect Donald Trump -- but they're warmly embracing his vice president, Mike Pence.
Will Black College Band Perform at Trump Inauguration?
The president of a historically black college in Alabama is yet to decide whether the school's marching band will perform at President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural parade, a college spokesman said Tuesday.
Why You Shouldn't Use Cotton Swabs to Clean Your Ears
The doctors' advice hasn't changed much, but it's still so unsatisfying: You should not use cotton swabs to clean your ears.
Rex Tillerson To Put Exxon Nest Egg In a Trust Over Conflict of Interest Concerns
ExxonMobil and Rex Tillerson have announced their plan to address concerns about the huge nest egg the oil giant has promised to its former CEO.
Can Megyn Kelly Succeed at NBC?
NBC News succeeded in luring Megyn Kelly away from Fox News. Now comes the hard part.
Ford Mustang Hybrid Promises V8 Power
One of America's most cherished muscle cars is going electric -- the Ford Mustang.
Lego's New Kit Teaches Kids to Code
Lego is making its blocks smarter. The company is launching a new building and coding set at CES 2017 this week that brings movement to Legos.
The Best New Restaurants for 2017
Korean barbecue in London, Danish cuisine in New York and a seafood specialist in Dubai all share one thing in common -- they're served at some of the world's hottest new restaurants for 2017.
Quitting Smoking is The Hardest Resolution to Keep
It's that time of year when many of us take a cold, hard look at our lives -- and, more important, our vices -- to set a goal we believe will make us healthier or happier in the year ahead.
Trial to Begin for Pharmacist Linked to Fungal Meningitis Outbreak
More than 700 people in 20 states were diagnosed with fungal meningitis and other infections after receiving contaminated medication in 2012. Sixty-four patients in nine states died, making it the deadliest meningitis outbreak in US history.
Is 50 the New 40 for Motherhood?
Janet Jackson might be the most famous symbol of a growing trend: the 50-year-old mom.
Search Continues for Missing Plane in Ohio
Another day of combing Lake Erie turned up empty Tuesday in a search for a small plane authorities believe crashed after taking off from a Cleveland airport.
Reports: Charles Manson Hospitalized
Charles Manson, the cult leader whose followers committed heinous murders that shocked the nation almost a half century ago, has been hospitalized, the Los Angeles Times and TMZ reported on Tuesday.
5 Things for Wednesday, January 4, 2017: Donald Trump, Inauguration Day, Charles Manson
Good Wednesday morning. There are just 16 more days until Inauguration Day, which brings you either great joy or great heartburn. Anyway, here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Baggage Handler Trapped in Cargo Hold During Flight
United Airlines is investigating how a baggage handler became trapped in the cargo hold of a regional jetliner during an hourlong flight from Charlotte, North Carolina, to Washington's Dulles International Airport.
Chris Brown vs. Soulja Boy in First Celebrity Feud of 2017
Chris Brown and Soulja Boy have started the first celebrity feud of 2017. Brown became infuriated with the rapper after he liked an Instagram picture of Brown's ex-girlfriend, Karrueche Tran.
Trump Threatens GM: Make Cruze in U.S. or 'pay big border tax'
President-elect Donald Trump sent a threat Tuesday to General Motors: Make the Chevrolet Cruze in the United States or face a heavy tax.
Ford Cancels Mexico Plant. Will Create 700 U.S. Jobs in 'vote of confidence' in Trump
Ford is canceling plans to build a new plant in Mexico. It will invest $700 million in Michigan instead, creating 700 new U.S. jobs. Ford CEO Mark Fields said the investment is a "vote of confidence" in the pro-business environment being created by Donald Trump. However, he stressed Ford did not do any sort of special deal with the president-elect.
Bill, Hillary Clinton to Attend Trump Inauguration
Former President Bill Clinton and 2016 Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton will attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration later this month, aides to both Clintons told CNN on Tuesday.
NAACP Stages Protest Sit-in at Jeff Sessions' Office
The NAACP is staging a sit-in at the Mobile, Alabama, office of US Sen. Jeff Sessions to protest Sessions' nomination as US attorney general.
Latino Leaders Ask: When Will Trump Reach Out to Hispanics?
Latino leaders around the country say they want to keep an open mind about Donald Trump's presidency, but less than one month before Inauguration Day, many are disappointed he has not done more to reach out to them.