November 4, 2020
'Count the votes': Trump supporters protest AZ mail-in ballot tallies
A few hundred supporters of President Trump protested outside an Arizona election center on Wednesday night -- chanting “Count the votes” -- as workers inside tallied crucial mail-in ballots from...
National Guard called into Portland amid 'widespread violence' after election
The Oregon National Guard was called into the city of Portland after protests in the city turned violent Wednesday night, police said. Local authorities declared a riot after groups of...
Michigan secretary of state calls Trump ballot lawsuit 'frivolous'
Michigan's secretary of state blasted the lawsuit filed by President Trump's campaign on Wednesday as "frivolous." Jocelyn Benson told CBSN that the suit -- which seeks to halt the counting...
Man accused of going berserk on elderly Trump supporter
A 32-year-old Massachusetts man was arrested on Election Day for allegedly going berserk on a President Trump supporter more than twice his age. Police say Bladen Tisdell first spotted the...
WFAN host's retirement another loss for the Jets
If the Jets lose Monday night to the Patriots, Tuesday afternoon will have a strange feel … and sound. For 25 years, the soundtrack to the day after Jets losses...
Daniel Jones' Giants future is hanging in the balance
It has gone south in a hurry for Daniel Jones. The searing New York microscope is relentless, it will expose your faults for all to see, and the Big Apple...
Biden may steal an election for the elitists, but Dems will regret it: Devine
Let’s be real. Goliath was never going to let David breeze through the rematch. The provinces, for whom President Trump is an instrument, not an end in himself, were never...
Gordon Hayward seems to want out of Boston
Gordon Hayward’s future with the Celtics appears to be up in the air. The Ringer’s Ryen Russillo said Tuesday that he heard the Celtics big man “does want out” of...
Fox Sports' college football crew out due to COVID-19 protocol
Due to COVID-19 quarantine protocols, the entire on-air crew of Fox Sports’ college football pregame show, “Big Noon Kickoff,” will be off the air this Saturday, The Post has learned....
Democratic senator narrowly wins re-election in Michigan
Democratic incumbent Gary Peters, of Michigan, won re-election to the US Senate on Tuesday, a report said. Peters, a first-term incumbent, prevailed over Republican challenger John James in the most...
Police, protesters clash in NYC as demonstration turns chaotic
Police clashed with an unruly mob of protesters in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday night as demonstrators created carnage, set a fire in the street and one even spat directly in...
Bodycam video, 911 calls released in Walter Wallace police shooting
Newly released bodycam video shows the moment Philadelphia police gunned down 27-year-old Walter Wallace Jr. last month after telling him to drop a knife he was holding. City officials on...
Mets can't let narrative ruin pursuit of coveted free agent
The first rule of Hot Stove baseball is: Don’t be captive to the narrative. Gerrit Cole wanted to go back home to California. So did CC Sabathia. Cliff Lee wanted...
CUNY orders furloughs of campus honchos to confront fiscal crisis
The head of the City University of New York has ordered furloughs for hundreds of top officials and administrators in the 25 campus system to address a daunting fiscal crisis...
Despite 'racist' charges, Trump did better with minorities than any GOP candidate in 60 years
For four years now, Democrats and their media allies have tarred President Trump as a reprehensible white supremacist leading a dying party. The Trumpian, populist GOP, they claimed, was doomed...
Giants star's wife saved by team trainers
The Giants’ training staff helped save a life on the players’ weekly day off. Safety Logan Ryan said his wife, Ashley, flew to the family’s offseason home in Florida in...
Trump campaign files suit over absentee votes in Georgia
The Trump campaign filed a lawsuit in Georgia, requesting that a judge order a county to account for ballots that were apparently received after 7 p.m. on Election Day, a...
President Trump is simply suing to stop the counting of bogus votes
As the American public waits, confused and annoyed that there is no presidential winner, Democrats insist that we should just be patient. That the turmoil is normal. It’s a bald-faced...
All the ways pollsters and the media were wrong, wrong, wrong
They blew it again. After muffing it spectacularly in 2016, when Hillary Clinton was supposed to cruise to easy victory over Donald Trump, pollsters and the media should be ashamed...
Brodie Van Wagenen on shaky ground as Mets GM
The president in waiting hasn’t revealed his platform or potential cabinet appointees, but that could begin changing by early next week. Steve Cohen’s purchase of the Mets — and by...
Bill de Blasio's school failures have NYC parents stampeding to Catholic education
It’s more tragic than ironic: Just when New York City Catholic schools are needed more than ever, they have fewer spots to offer Gotham’s kids. As The Post recently reported,...
Republicans score unexpected gains in Congress, while Democrats stay in control
Democrats appeared likely on Wednesday to retain control of the House of Representatives — despite unexpected gains by Republicans who flipped seven seats and increased the diversity of their ranks....
Fresh signs that Carranza doesn't give a damn about NYC's schoolchildren
City Department of Education officials are crediting their “restorative justice” initiatives with bringing school suspensions to a record low during the 2019-2020 school year, Chalkbeat reports. Huh? Kids weren’t in...
When NBA season will likely begin
So much for a Martin Luther King Day opener. According to NBA sources and Jared Dudley, the players are expected to vote Thursday and Friday for a Dec. 22 season...
Democratic donors burn hundreds of millions on hopeless Senate candidates
Wow, did Democratic donors waste a ton of cash on Senate races their party clearly had no chance of winning. Three Senate candidates broke their state’s previous senatorial fundraising and...
Even after yet another election that shocked them, the media won't mend their ways
However this election turns out once the vote-counters and the lawyers finish up, it was once again a shock to all the establishment media who confidently predicted a Joe Biden...
'Count Every Vote' protest erupts in Philadelphia as PA remains undecided
Hundreds of people participated in a “Count Every Vote” protest in Philadelphia on Wednesday night as Pennsylvania was still tallying mail-in ballots that could decide the outcome of the election....
Election night showed why Trump voters don't trust the media: Goodwin
My favorite definition of a cynic: a premature realist. Today we are all cynics or damn well should be. Show me an American who trusts politicians, polls, news organizations and...
Biden launches presidential transition website as he nears 270 electoral votes
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden on Wednesday launched a transition website as he neared the 270 electoral votes needed to defeat President Trump. The site, buildbackbetter.com, features only a homepage...
Historic winners of the 2020 election
From New York to New Mexico, barriers were broken across America in historic election wins. Sarah McBride won her race for Delaware State Senate, making her the first openly transgender...
QAnon supporter censored by Twitter after Georgia election win
The Georgia congresswoman-elect tweeted a number of messages that included conspiracy theories about the Democrats trying to "steal" the presidential election.
Ruth Wilson reveals she quit 'The Affair' because she 'didn’t feel safe'
"What’s important to say is that I did speak up. I did have a voice. I did stand up for myself."
Jets, Giants in contention for historic New York sports futility
The chase for 0-32 is gone, but the inauspicious title of the worst combined season for a single sport in New York history is still in play. The Giants and...
Trevor Lawrence dream comes with one big Jets reality check
Jets fans began dreaming about 2021 shortly after watching their team get dismantled in Buffalo in Week 1. It was clear when they fell behind 21-0 in the first half...
Meet the ‘potheads’ who are hypebeasts for pottery — not pot
Meet the new potheads. They're hypebeasts, but for pottery, and their Supreme is East Fork: a shop devoted to handmade ceramics in Asheville, NC.
Here's what stocks to buy if Biden — or Trump — wins the 2020 election
The presidential race is far from over — and that means extra time to place stock-market bets on the outcome. Joe Biden could usher in a bold environmental infrastructure plan...
Trump’s election recount demands: Who pays, timeline and more to know
President Trump's re-election campaign will demand a recount of votes in the pivotal state of Wisconsin after it was called for Joe Biden by 20,000 votes. With the White House...
Medical scrubs startup Figs gears up for $4B IPO amid legal battle: Sources
Trendy medical scrubs maker Figs appears to be gearing up for an initial public offering even as it fends off allegations that it got its start stealing trade secrets from...
NYPD deploys again for possible post-election unrest
The NYPD mustered on Randall's Island Wednesday to deploy a massive police presence in anticipation of post-election unrest in the Big Apple. Dozens of police vans and SUVs used the...
'Moonbase 8' director dishes on his dim-bulb astronaut wannabes
John C. Reilly, Fred Armisen and Tim Heidecker play 3 guys who bumble their way through "Moonbase 8," a Showtime comedy co-written and directed by Jonathan Krisel.
US records 100,000 new COVID-19 cases in a day for first time
The US recorded more than 100,000 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday -- the most ever tallied in a single day since the beginning of the pandemic, according to a report....
NYPD organizes task force to help identify suspected looters
"The NYPD’s newly formed Looting Task Force is prepared to investigate any acts of looting that can potentially occur," Chief of Detectives Rodney Harrison said in a video posted to...
Trump's moral vindication and other commentary
From the right: Trump’s Moral Vindication On Tuesday, declares Spectator USA’s Dominic Green, President Trump did “the impossible” — by winning “the moral high ground.” Democrats and the media had...
Man in 'BBQ, BEER, FREEDOM' shirt disrupts Nevada presser, rants about Biden family
A man in a "BBQ, BEER, FREEDOM" tank top interrupted a Nevada election news conference to rant about Joe Biden conspiracy theories on Wednesday. The unidentified loudmouth ran up behind...
Both Trump and Biden are claiming Pennsylvania before official count
Both Trump and former Vice President Biden are claiming victory in Pennsylvania, days before the key swing state is expected to reveal its election results.
MLK's children blast Mitch McConnell for invoking their dad in victory speech
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s children blasted Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell for invoking their dad during his victory speech on Tuesday night. The Kentucky Republican -- who sailed to...
You can now buy a $28K socially distant 'Wedding in the Sky'
Join the mile-high club on a private jet while tying the knot.
PA is key as Trump's path to victory narrows with Michigan, Wisconsin losses
President Trump's re-election bid rapidly ran out of runway Wednesday afternoon as the key swing states of Wisconsin and Michigan were called for Democratic challenger Joe Biden, leaving the incumbent...
Iceberg the size of Delaware threatens penguins and seals on remote island
An iceberg the size of Delaware is on a collision course with a remote sub-Antarctic island -- and it could have potentially devastating consequences for the wildlife there. Scientists fear...
Trump, campaign accuse Biden of trying to 'steal' must-win Pennsylvania
A gaggle of President Trump's surrogates accused Joe Biden of trying to cheat them out of the state of Pennsylvania on Wednesday -- falsely claiming it was the former veep's...
Yankees, Mets may have to battle over star free agent
Let the Trevor Bauer bidding begin. The right-hander rejected Cincinnati’s qualifying offer Wednesday and became a free agent and will be among the most sought-after pitchers available this offseason. Bauer’s...
Bronx man kidnapped, raped girlfriend after she cheated on him: prosecutors
A Bronx man was busted Tuesday for kidnapping his girlfriend and her 7-year-old son in Manhattan -- then breaking her jaw and raping her because she'd been unfaithful, federal authorities...
Star quarterback at 'high-risk' for COVID-19
The Lions announced Wednesday that quarterback Matthew Stafford was placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 list, but there’s still a chance he will be able to play this weekend. Stafford is considered...
The Container Store takes 25% off storage, furniture and more
We know you want your home to be perfect this holiday season and The Container Store is here to help. For its latest event, the brand is taking up to...
American Airlines cuts 100,000 December flights amid COVID-19
Despite the upcoming holiday season, American Airlines has cut down its December flight schedule because of “low demand” during the coronavirus pandemic. In fact, the airline will have about 50%...
Police probe anti-female, anti-Semitic slur against pol Seawright
Police are hunting for a bigot who defaced state Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright's campaign posters on the Upper East Side with misogynistic and anti-Semitic slurs. The damaged posters were spotted election...
Badass breaks barriers as first black female chef instructor at Culinary Institute
"The industry needs to shift, and I feel like I can get them to do that."
Woman watching livestream saves New York pigs from barn blaze
Just in the nick of swine! A pair of upstate pregnant pigs were saved from being turned into bacon -- when a woman watching them on a livestream noticed their...
Save over 15% on this 15-piece cutlery set from Cuisinart
In your dorm room days, it was completely acceptable to use one knife for all of your kitchen to-do’s (i.e., to rip open up your bulk pack of Top Ramen)....
Save over 70 percent on this 10-piece stainless steel cookware set
Between the pandemic restrictions and WFH schedules, you are likely cooking a lot more than you used to—and you aren’t the only one. According to a survey conducted by OnePoll,...
What happens if a president is not elected by Inauguration Day?
Inauguration Day is more than two months away -- but what would happen if a president still hasn't been elected by then? In the most unlikely of scenarios, the House...
Here’s what has to happen before legal weed hits the shelves in NJ
Get ready for a bureaucratic buzzkill.
Fox News sets record for most-watched election coverage
Fox News set a record for most watched election coverage in cable news history on Tuesday night, topping all other cable channels and networks. The channel's primetime coverage averaged 13.7...
Man opens fire on Detroit home after baby gets called 'ugly'
An argument between two couples in Detroit took an ugly turn when one side fired 16 shots into a house after the other said their baby was unattractive. The scene...
California voters firmly reject affirmative action by wide margin
Californians rejected affirmative action at the ballot box Tuesday, voting down a measure that would end a decades-long state ban of the policy. The measure, known as Proposition 16, would...
Chaos at Detroit vote-counting site
A chaotic scene erupted in Michigan on Wednesday as protesters converged on a vote-counting location after President Trump's campaign filed suit to halt the process. Video clips posted on Twitter...
Brooklyn man dies a month after his apartment was set on fire
A Brooklyn man has died more than a month after his apartment was set on fire, cops said Wednesday. Brandon Hernandez, 21, was inside his Warren Street apartment, on the...
Trump campaign lays out legal actions it's taking in PA over vote counting
The Trump campaign on Wednesday outlined the legal actions it is taking to "ensure the integrity" of the election in Pennsylvania where mail-in ballots are being tallied after neither President...
Your next Amazon order might come in a Super Mario box
Happy 35th birthday to the Super Mario Bros.!
'We will be the winners': Biden all but declares victory after taking lead in several swing states
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden on Wednesday afternoon all but declared victory as some key swing states were declared for him, even as President Trump's campaign filed lawsuits in others.
Maine restaurant-goers warned of hepatitis A exposure
Restaurant patrons in Maine may have been exposed to hepatitis A, according to health officials in the state. A worker at the Texas Roadhouse in Bangor handled food while infected...
Dustin Johnson still can't figure out how he caught COVID-19
HOUSTON — A six-week break going into the Masters was not what Dustin Johnson had in mind. He wasn't expecting to test positive for the coronavirus, either, and still wonders...
'Borat' bus posters spark outrage in Paris
Risqué posters for the new “Borat” flick have sparked outrage among French Muslims who have called for the images to be removed from the sides of buses in Paris. The...
Army museums to give out excess artifacts, including weapons, historic uniforms
The Army Museum Enterprise is getting rid of duplicate artifacts among its 580,000-item collection over the next five years, leaving opportunities for other museums, veterans organizations, national parks, and state...
Mat Barzal cloud hangs over Islanders after latest deal
The Islanders are down to their last, and most crucial, restricted free agent. Ryan Pulock agreed to terms Wednesday on a two-year deal that carries an annual salary-cap hit of...
Ex-NYC mayoral aide, wife robbed of wedding rings in subway stickup
The gunpoint robbery took place on an N train in Brooklyn while their toddler son slept next to them.
Joe Biden wins Michigan in key swing-state victory
Joe Biden has motored to victory in Michigan, winning a nail-biter, overtime battle for the pivotal swing state, with CNN and NBC calling the race first on Wednesday afternoon. The...
Why elevator etiquette has New Yorkers at each other's throats
"She was so nasty in her tone, I just barged in."
Duo cuffed in life-insurance murder of NYC woman
A man murdered and dismembered a Queens woman in 2018 to collect her life-insurance policy, federal prosecutors alleged after he and a co-conspirator were arrested Wednesday. Cory Martin, 33, and...
Arizona voters fear ballots weren't counted because they used Sharpies
Election officials on Wednesday calmed nervous Arizona voters who feared their votes weren’t counted because they used Sharpie markers to fill in ballots. Sharpies were handed out at some poll...
Loch Ness Monster ‘spotted on sonar’ again
The Loch Ness Monster was spotted on sonar after a mysterious shape was detected 600-feet below the surface, it's claimed. The image captured by retired skipper Rod Michie, 77, has...
Giants punish disgruntled receiver after on-field outbursts
Golden Tate can’t catch passes from home. The 32-year-old receiver was told to stay home from Giants practice Wednesday as discipline for bringing to life the title page from Keyshawn...
College student with COVID-19 found dead in dorm room while quarantining
An Indiana college student who was quarantining after testing positive for the coronavirus was found dead in her dorm room, according to a report. Bethany Nesbitt, 20, was found in...
Anderson Cooper mispronounces Twitter, internet giggles uncontrollably
Anderson Cooper needs a dose of whatever John King is taking. The famed CNN host had a slip of the tongue while anchoring the network’s election coverage Wednesday afternoon when...
LeBron James pleads for help in murder of his childhood friend's sister in Akron
LeBron James made a public plea for help in the murder of his childhood friend's sister, who was fatally shot in her home in Akron, Ohio, earlier this week. Ericka...
Antonio Brown has so much on the line in latest NFL chance
Antonio Brown said it was “surreal” to be back on an NFL practice field Wednesday, calling his latest chance with Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers “a blessing” after...
Van Gogh's delirium caused by alcohol withdrawal, not syphilis, study says
That van Gogh was able to create even during the most difficult periods of his life is a testament to his artistic tenacity.
Ruff election: Town's new mayor is this adorable French bulldog
Rabbit Hash, an unincorporated community along the Ohio River, has elected a French bulldog named Wilbur Beast as its new mayor, the town’s historical society announced Tuesday in a Facebook...
Conservative Mexican state of Puebla legalizes same-sex marriage
MEXICO CITY -- The Congress of the Mexican state of Puebla voted to legalize same-sex marriages by an overwhelming majority Tuesday, marking a step forward for LGBT rights in the...
Browns GM has had enough of constant Odell Beckham speculation
Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry is dumping cold water on the same old hot topic. Days after inscrutable wideout Odell Beckham suffered a torn ACL in the Browns’ Week 7...
They 'blue' it: Pollsters under fire after massive whiffs in key races
Political pollsters emerged among the biggest losers of election night 2020 after incorrectly forecasting massive wins for congressional Democrats and Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden. Unbent by reputational beatings for...
Hero pet parrot squawks owner's name, saves him from house fire
The homeowner said his bird alerted him before his smoke detector.
Toddler shoots Indiana mom, 5-year-old brother calls for help
A 2-year-old Indiana boy accidentally shot his mother with a semi-automatic pistol, seriously wounding her, authorities said. The 40-year-old woman, who was not immediately identified, was shot in the torso...
Pelonis space heaters discounted 30 percent off for Amazon sale
If you're in need of a little extra heat in a drafty part of your apartment or home, then you'll excited about Amazon's latest sale. . For a limited time,...
Toledo will cover big-time in revenge game
“MACtion” is back! Midweek college football returns as the Mid-American Conference ramps up into early December. Many shrewd handicappers look forward to these matchups as they know that there are...
Trump leads in Pennsylvania, but final count may still be days away
As of 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, President Trump was edging out Joe Biden for the presidency with 53.4 percent of the vote, compared to Biden's 45.4 percent, according to the Pennsylvania...
WFAN pressure focused on midday duo after Craig Carton shakeup
WFAN’s midday show, “Moose & Maggie,” is safe for now, but the program will be on the clock in 2021, The Post has learned. With Craig Carton’s return to FAN...
Van Drew, Kennedy neck-and-neck in South Jersey congressional race
Van Drew was leading Democrat Amy Kennedy — the latest member of the fabled clan to seek public office — by roughly 7,000 votes, 51 percent to 48 percent, with...
This is how far the Dallas Cowboys have fallen
As if things aren't bad enough for the 2-6 Dallas Cowboys, who will start their fourth different quarterback of the season on Sunday, they now have to face the undefeated...
31-year-old killed, 6 others hurt in latest NYC shootings
A 31-year-old man was fatally shot in the head in Harlem -- one of seven victims of gun violence across the city Tuesday and Wednesday, according to police. The victim,...
Biden breaks election record even with presidential race in flux
The fate of the 2020 presidential election remains in flux, but Democratic hopeful Joe Biden has already claimed the record for the most overall votes garnered in a single race....
Trump campaign files lawsuit to halt counting of Michigan ballots
With the 2020 race in limbo, the Trump campaign on Wednesday filed a lawsuit in the Michigan Court of Claims to halt the counting of ballots in the must-win state,...
Even Australians couldn't escape 'stay home' robocalls on Election Day
On Election Day in the US there were robocalls warning people — in Australia — to "stay home." Dozens of Aussies reported receiving a recorded message on their cellphones similar...
This is what cities in the UK may look like in 2100
As the world goes green in its bid to tackle climate change, cities will change beyond recognition, according to one expert. In a series of images published Tuesday, University of...
Tired of the politics? Here's the purr-fect way to de-stress
Puppies and polar bears are also guilt-free binge watches.
James 'Whitey' Bulger's family sues Bureau of Prisons over his murder
The family of late crime boss James “Whitey” Bulger is suing the Federal Bureau of Prisons for failing to protect him from being beaten to death by fellow inmates. The...
Mom sues NYCHA after son tests positive for high levels of lead
A mother has sued the New York City Housing Authority after her 7-year-old autistic son's blood tested positive for triple the allowable lead level, court papers show. Yanira Alameda says...
Election uncertainty taking toll on online shopping
Uncertainty around Election Day has put a crimp into online shopping. Consumers have spent less money on the web this week than experts had anticipated, according to a study, raising...
Teacher flunked for saying there's 'no proof' homework helps students
Social media watchdogs give her a failing grade.
Joe Biden wins Wisconsin as Trump campaign calls for recount
It's a Wisconsin win for Joe Biden, as the Democratic White House hopeful has emerged victorious in the state.
Angry lineman in 'clown' war with Falcons after revealing trade secrets
Defensive end Takkarist McKinley wants out of Atlanta, and could face disciplinary action for his overt contempt for the organization. The disgruntled former first-round pick took to Twitter a day...
Australian ghost town may be reborn as eco-tourism attraction
This ghost town could get a shot at reincarnation.
Sen. Susan Collins declares victory in Maine race
Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine declared victory Wednesday in a race that further narrowed Democratic hopes of taking control of the upper chamber of Congress.
Judge wants postmaster general to testify under oath over undelivered ballots
A federal judge on Wednesday ripped into Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, saying he wants DeJoy to appear under oath to explain why the Postal Service failed to carry out his...
Israel to pay $2.7M to man who says he shouldn’t have been born
A court ruled that doctors were negligent during the pregnancy of the 27-year-old’s mother by failing to detect emerging congenital birth defects during routine tests, the Times of Israel reported.
BBC to probe tactics used in explosive Princess Diana interview
In the interview, she famously uttered, "There were three of us in this marriage."
Take Buffalo as MACtion returns
Northern Illinois had been a consistent bowl participant across most of the past decade, when Jerry Kill, Dave Doeren, and Rod Carey were in charge of the program. Each of...
Can Trump actually halt vote-counting through the Supreme Court?
President Trump can't make good on his claim that he'll "be going to the US Supreme Court" to get "all voting to stop" amid undecided election results in key swing...
Dozens arrested during tense protests across US on election night
Dozens of people were arrested on election night as thousands took to the streets in major cities across the US during the tense wait for results. In Washington, DC, more...
Missing California girl found 'intentionally' hiding behind trap door
A missing California girl has been found safe after she spent more than a week hiding out at a home behind a trap door, authorities said. Kaylee Arnee, 14, was...
NJ AG reminds residents that legal weed laws haven't kicked in yet
Slow your roll, New Jersey. The attorney general reminded Garden Staters to put down the bong and take a deep breath on Wednesday -- because while voters may have puff,...
Brooklyn fight club promoter busted, slapped with $15K fine
The election night fight club that erupted on a Brooklyn street ended up getting busted by the Big Apple sheriff’s office when the pugilists moved inside and violated pandemic gathering...
Elon Musk says Tesla was month away from bankruptcy in 2018
As recently as 2019, Tesla was teetering on the edge of bankruptcy. The revelation came in the form of a tweet from CEO Elon Musk, who spent part of Election...
Twitter censors Trump's tweets about 'disappearing' ballots
WASHINGTON — President Trump's Twitter account was a sea of warning labels Wednesday afternoon as the commander-in-chief furiously tweeted about "disappearing" and "surprise" ballots as he trails Joe Biden in...
Meet the WAG who exploded on Giants
Elise Tate forever has husband Golden Tate's back.
Major case testing LGBT, religious rights goes before Supreme Court
WASHINGTON - The US Supreme Court, with its newly expanded conservative majority, is set on Wednesday to hear a dispute over the city of Philadelphia’s refusal to place children for...
Bloomberg's plan to help Biden win swing states was $100M bust
The "kingmaker" looks more like a court jester. Billionaire former Big Apple Mayor Mike Bloomberg dumped about $100 million into a bid to help Joe Biden defeat President Trump in...
Astronomers detect strange burst of radio waves from Milky Way
For the first time ever, astronomers have detected a burst of radio waves from within our own galaxy -- and traced the powerful signal to a young neutron star known...
Yonkers trash-talker's 18-year odyssey to chance at wrestling glory
So many times it could have ended differently for Eddie Kingston. The pro wrestling veteran of 18 years spent the majority of his career on the “indies,” most notably with...
Polish protesters go nude as abortion fight takes new form
WARSAW - Two protesters stripped naked in front of Poland’s Presidential Palace on Tuesday, covering their bodies in swear words as demonstrations that have shaken Poland since a court ruling...
Pangolin patrol volunteers rescue endangered animals from poachers
JOHANNESBURG — The traumatized pangolins arrive at a Johannesburg wildlife clinic emaciated and badly injured. They are the lucky ones. Rescued from poachers, they will survive thanks to a dedicated...
Gap slammed for promoting red and blue hoodie amid 2020 election turmoil
"The one thing we know, is that together, we can move forward," the since-deleted tweet read.
Trump campaign demands Wisconsin recount, vote too close to call
President Trump's re-election campaign will demand a recount of votes in Wisconsin, as the pivotal race remained too close to call Wednesday afternoon. "Despite ridiculous public polling used as a...
Georgia wants to call a 2020 presidential election winner by tonight
Georgia still has at least 200,000 ballots left to be counted, which a state official said Wednesday morning he hoped to have finished by the end of the night. Speaking...
Data error used by news outlets wrongly said 98% of ballots counted in one state
An error in data used by a consortium of major news outlets wrongly said Wednesday that 98 percent of ballots had been counted in Arizona, despite the fact that an...
USPS says huge amount of mail-in ballots were not delivered
Significant percentages of mail-in ballots in battleground states were not delivered to election offices Nov. 3, according to US Postal Service data filed in federal court on Wednesday. In Philadelphia,...
49ers' positive COVID-19 test puts Thursday night game at risk
Players on both teams are now dealing with positive COVID-19 results, but Thursday night’s game between the Green Bay Packers and the San Francisco 49ers “remains on as scheduled,” NFL...
Convicted sex offender charged after chasing girl from bus stop
A convicted sex offender in Alabama tried to entice an 8-year-old girl before chasing her, sparking a multi-agency manhunt for the creep, police said. The search for Travis Terrell McIntosh,...
Denmark to kill 17 million minks to reduce spread of COVID
The Nordic country will cull its entire herd of up to 17 million mink after the furry creatures were found to have a coronavirus mutation that was spreading to humans.
Woman reveals how she made $58K with 'whisper' videos
Shhhh! This woman is sharing her quiet secret to success.
Lung damage found in COVID dead may shed light on 'long COVID'
LONDON - A study of the lungs of people who have died from COVID-19 has found persistent and extensive lung damage in most cases and may help doctors understand what...
How one CNN anchor won the internet on Election Day
CNN anchor John King earned heaps of praise from viewers for an indefatigable job calling the election late into Tuesday night, then jumping right into work again Wednesday morning at...
Biden camp says he will have path to victory later Wednesday
"I want to share with all of you that Joe Biden is on track to win this election and he will be the next president of the United States," Jen...
How either Joe Biden or Donald Trump could still win the election
With just six swing states left that have not yet declared a winner in the presidential race, both President Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden have far fewer paths...
72-year-old man fatally struck by two cars in the Bronx
An elderly Bronx man walking home from playing the lotto died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver — and then dragged by a second car, cops said Wednesday. "He...
Star guard on trade block as Pelicans consider drastic trade
The New Orleans Pelicans could be ready to move one of their top backcourt players. Stan Van Gundy’s new team is “openly discussing” trading combo guard Jrue Holiday “and several...
Director Christopher Nolan defends 'Tenet's' sluggish box office sales
Director Christopher Nolan is defending the theatrical release of his spy thriller "Tenet" during the pandemic, shrugging off a growing consensus in Hollywood that the gambit was a bad idea....
Packers respond to friction talk after failed receiver trade
The Packers are refuting reports of internal friction over the team's failed Will Fuller pursuit. ESPN's Dianna Russini reported that the team was in disagreement within "the highest levels of...
Georgia prosecutor loses post after claims she mishandled Ahmaud Arbery case
A Georgia prosecutor accused of mishandling the Ahmaud Arbery murder case was voted out of office Tuesday. Jackie Johnson, who has served as Brunswick County district attorney since 2010, was...
'The Witches' 2020 remake gets heat for how it portrays disabilities
"Limb difference is not scary," tweeted Paralympian Amy Marren.
Trump campaign manager makes election prediction
President Trump remains in a "very, very, very good position" to win re-election after early-morning vote leads in Wisconsin and Michigan shifted to Democrat Joe Biden, Trump 2020 campaign manager...
New earwax test could reveal stress levels and depression risk
But don't go digging for it yourself.
Vienna terrorist sent Charlie Hebdo attack video to alleged accomplices
The ISIS wannabe who slaughtered four people and wounded almost two dozen others in Vienna sent videos of the Charlie Hebdo massacre in Paris to suspected accomplices, according to a...
Jamie Dimon urges 'faith' and 'patience' amid election uncertainty
JPMorgan Chase boss Jamie Dimon is urging ''faith," "patience" and "fortitude" as Wall Street sorts through a tense presidential election that may not get resolved for days. “While strong opinions...
Bernie Sanders predicted much of election night on Fallon
Bernie Sanders accurately predicted much of the election night chaos with striking precision during a segment that aired last month on “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon." Asked about how...
Massachusetts trooper fired for allegedly using racial slurs off duty
A Massachusetts State Police trooper is out of a job for allegedly hurling racial slurs during an off-duty confrontation with a driver, department officials said. The rookie trooper, who was...
Viral video shows tense encounter with Trump caravan at Texas polling site
The tense encounter happened outside the Taggart County polling place on Friday, the final day of early voting, KDFW said.
About 40 percent of mail-in ballots in Philadelphia have been counted
Poll workers in Philadelphia are still slogging through mail-in ballots, counting roughly 40 percent of more than 350,000 sent in.
Kids in South Korea get to meet country's first-ever panda cub
SEOUL - The first panda to be born in South Korea was introduced to a group of lucky children and reporters on Wednesday and given a name - Fu Bao,...
Spiraling season all part of Bill Belichick's master plan: ex-Patriot
A down season or just another stroke of Bill Belichick genius? Matt Light, an offensive lineman who won three Super Bowls with the Patriots, is betting on the brain of...
79-year-old Brooklyn man dies more than a month after beating
A 79-year-old downtown Brooklyn man died more than a month after he was beaten in a brutal, caught-on-camera attack just steps from his apartment building, cops said. Angel Diaz was...
Titans quickly cut losses with $9.5 million bust
Vic Beasley Jr. didn’t make it through his first season with Tennessee. The Titans are releasing the former Pro Bowl linebacker Wednesday from the remainder of his one-year, $9.5 million...
Australian couple killed in car crash day after wedding anniversary
A "perfect" couple has been killed in a horrific car crash in Australia just one day after their seventh wedding anniversary, leaving behind four children. Sabine Mather, 31, and James...
Here's how the US can get back into the Paris climate accord
It took an entire year for the US to formally withdraw from the Paris climate accord — but rejoining could be as quick as a month. The US could easily...
Experts advise what to do if you suspect you were exposed to COVID-19 at the polls
While it may be impossible to pinpoint a coronavirus infection down to the time and place that it happened, health experts have advised next steps to take after suspected exposure....
UK hairdresser left paralyzed after freak mishap on trampoline
A 29-year-old hairstylist in the UK has been left paralyzed after landing on his head in a freak accident on a trampoline, according to a report.
Latest election betting odds hint at who may end up president
They're betting on Biden. Bookmakers favored both presidential candidates at times during wild swings in odds overnight -- but Joe Biden was back as a clear favorite by Wednesday morning....
Slovak police warned Austria that Vienna terrorist Kujtim Fejzulai tried to buy ammo
Police in Slovakia alerted Austrian authorities in the summer that “suspicious people” had traveled to the country to try to buy high-power ammo a few months before the deadly attack...
Trump appears confused by ballot counting process as he claims voter fraud
President Trump on Wednesday appeared to be confused by basic democracy -- referring to legitimate mail-in votes as "ballot dumps" and using them as an excuse for his dwindling lead...
AOC slams Dems for missing the mark with Latino voters
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez slammed Democrats for not putting in enough of an effort to win over Latino voters after Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden underperformed with Hispanics in states like...
Astronomers discover hellscape planet that rains rocks, has lava seas
Astronomers have uncovered a hellscape planet that rains rocks, has deep lava oceans, and clocks winds of more than 3,000 mph. The planet dubbed K2-141b exists more than 200 light-years...
Giants should draft this QB to replace Daniel Jones: Ex-Jets GM
Mike Tannenbaum thinks it’s already time for the Giants to move on from Daniel Jones. But another big name formerly with the Jets, Keyshawn Johnson, does not believe Gang Green...
Comcast reportedly eyes deal to sell smart TVs with Walmart
Cable giant Comcast is trying to forge a partnership with Walmart to sell smart TVs as the cable giant tries to expand its footprint in video streaming, a new report...
Steelers stars have expensive wardrobe malfunction
JuJu Smith-Schuster had quite the expensive wardrobe malfunction. The Steelers wide receiver has been ordered to pay $5,000 for showing too much leg in Pittsburgh’s 27-24 win over the Tennessee...
Matt Stafford's wife goes off on media for NFL blame game
The Lions were blown out by the Colts on Sunday, 41-21, but Matthew Stafford's wife believes the quarterback shouldn't shoulder all of the blame. Taking to Instagram, Kelly Stafford called...
Pennsylvania AG urges patience: 'Way too early' to know who won state
Pennsylvania's attorney general said Wednesday it's "way too early" to know whether President Trump or Democratic challenger Joe Biden won the Keystone State as votes continue to be counted. "There's...
US officially withdraws from Paris climate deal
BERLIN — The United States on Wednesday formally left the Paris Agreement, a global pact forged five years ago to avert the threat of catastrophic climate change. The move, long...
Woman beaten to death by boyfriend who accused her of cheating: police
A 37-year-old Queens woman, initially thought to have committed suicide, died after her boyfriend -- who accused her of cheating -- viciously beat her and then appeared to have pushed...
Woman busts her cheating boyfriend after spotting clue in his selfie
He has only his selfie to blame.
In China, bemusement and scorn over unresolved US election
BEIJING - Chinese social media users watched election day in the United States with bemusement and mockery, as President Donald Trump complained of a “major fraud on our nation” and...
Missouri man admits fatally shooting wife who said he wouldn't pull trigger: cops
A Missouri man admitted to fatally shooting his wife — after she told him he wouldn’t pull the trigger during an argument at their home, police said. Aaron Guilliams, 31,...
Hedge fund billionaire Leon Cooperman says he voted for Joe Biden
Billionaire hedge-fund manager Leon Cooperman revealed that he voted for Joe Biden for president even though he expected President Trump to make him richer. Cooperman, 77, who's worth $2.5 billion,...
Biden has slight edge over Donald Trump in two key swing states
President Trump and Joe Biden are neck and neck in Michigan and Wisconsin — key swing states that Trump narrowly won in 2016, early results on Wednesday morning show. Early...
Fantasy Football Week 9 Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em: Justin Herbert, Jonathan Taylor
Week 9 is here, and a snooze-fest NFL trade deadline is in the rearview mirror. The Bengals, Browns, Rams and Eagles are all on bye this week. Don’t forget to...
High notes: All the states that voted to legalize drugs
Election Day hit a high note in several states with the passage of a number of pro-drug measures.
Denver 'Patriot Rally' shooter freed on $500K bond
The security guard caught on video shooting a US Navy veteran at a Denver "Patriot Rally" was released from jail after posting a $500,000 bond, according to a report. Matthew...
Why is it taking so long to count votes in the remaining states?
Seven states and one congressional district are still hanging in the electoral balance as the country anxiously awaits the final results of the 2020 race. The 2020 election was upended...
UK gym vows to stay open during COVID-19 lockdown to 'save lives'
A United Kingdom gym has vowed to stay open during nationwide COVID-19 lockdowns -- claiming that its defiance of the rules will "save lives." The Warehouse Gym in Leicester has...
These two trades could free Yankees of Giancarlo Stanton: Sherman
Rank the Yankee priorities this offseason. Re-sign DJ LeMahieu. Deepen the rotation. Perhaps find a shortstop and move Gleyber Torres back to second. Before anything else, the Yankees should try...
Judge cites Instagram money post to throw broke boxer in jail
Adrien Broner was thrown in jail by a judge who wasn’t buying claims that the former boxing champ is unable to pay a woman he sexually assaulted in a nightclub,...
Portland mayor re-elected, beating Antifa-aligned rival
Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler overcame attacks on his handling of ongoing riots in the troubled Oregon city to win a second term -- beating an even farther left rival who...
'Golden State Killer' arrives in prison to start life sentence
“Golden State Killer” Joseph James DeAngelo — a former police officer infamous for a violent reign of terror in California in the 1970s and '80s — arrived this week at...
'Kung Fu' camel kicks road hog biker to the curb in viral video
This martial artist is a master of bike-kwondo.
Rockets' coaching hire was a big James Harden risk
The first significant trade whispers of James Harden's Rockets tenure emerged on Tuesday and the reasoning now stretches beyond the guard's connection to Daryl Morey. Morey left his position as...
'Monster' mom who sexually abused kids sentenced to 723 years in prison
A "monster" Alabama mom was sentenced this week for sexually abusing two children for years with her husband — over a decade after their depraved acts were reported to authorities....
Nevada provides new timeline for election results
Nevada election officials on Wednesday said they won’t announce additional voting results until Thursday morning -- with the fate of the battleground state's six electoral college votes remaining at stake.
Former Alabama substitute teacher admits to having sex with two students
Whitley Mizzell, 32, pleaded guilty Monday to three counts of performing a sex act or deviant sex act with a student, a report says.
Uber, Lyft shares surge after key ballot win in California
Uber and Lyft's stock prices soared Wednesday after California voters allowed the ride-hailing giants to continue treating their drivers as independent contractors instead of employees.
Chris Christie slams Trump for declaring 2020 election victory
Christie said there is no evidence to back Trump's claim that Democrats are trying to fraudulently steal the election away from him.
Billboard ad featuring Kim Jong Un eating is slammed as racist
A giant billboard ad in Wales featuring a beaming Kim Jong Un exclaiming “Ahhh, Soul” will be torn down after passers-by described it as racist, according to a report. The...
Dow rallies more than 800 points as 'blue wave' fails to materialize
The “blue wave” didn’t happen on Tuesday night — and Wall Street is breathing a sigh of relief. Stocks surged on Wednesday after Republicans dashed Democrats’ hopes of taking both...
The long shots worth betting on in PGA Tour event
After a week in Bermuda, the PGA Tour returns stateside for a stop at the Houston Open in what will be the last event before The Masters. World No. 1...
Proud Boys leader stabbed after he was 'jumped' by BLM group
The leader of the far-right Proud Boys has said he was one of four people stabbed after being "jumped by Black Lives Matter" mob early Wednesday in Washington, DC.
Soccer great undergoes brain surgery for blood clot
Argentinian soccer legend Diego Maradona has undergone successful brain surgery for a blood clot, according to his doctor. "We managed to successfully remove the clot. Diego coped well with the...
Deadlocked in America's Dairyland: Trump, Biden neck-and-neck in Wisconsin
Wisconsin couldn't begin tallying absentee ballots until Election Day, and the counting continued overnight and may extend into Wednesday afternoon.
Stress of Election Day led to spike in these Google searches
Amid a tight race between President Trump and Joe Biden, Americans searched online for comfort food and alcohol to help them cope with stress as votes rolled in. Google Trends...
In election overtime, try to mix some calm into your furious passion
America is headed into election overtime. Pennsylvania and other key states remain undecided, with extended counts and likely court action ahead. Stay calm: The republic will survive. Joe Biden underperformed what...
Joe Biden wins Maine popular vote, snags 3 of 4 electoral votes
Joe Biden has claimed at least three of Maine’s four electoral votes, according to an early Wednesday morning call by The Associated Press. The Democratic candidate was awarded by votes...
McConnell, Republicans poised to keep control of US Senate
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and his fellow Republicans appeared poised to keep control of the upper chamber of Congress early Wednesday, as three GOP lawmakers were projected to win...
Magic mushrooms, pit bulls, $15 minimum wage: Which 2020 ballot measures were approved?
From a bill legalizing magic mushrooms in Oregon to one replacing a Confederate-themed flag in Mississippi, approved local ballot measures made a splash on Election Night 2020. Voters in 32...
Eight people arrested in Seattle during Election Night demonstrations
Eight anti-police and Black Lives Matter protesters were arrested during election night demonstrations in Seattle, police said. Dozens of protesters from two separate groups were closely monitored by police as...
Republican Sen. Steve Daines wins re-election in Montana
US Sen. Steve Daines of Montana won re-election by turning back a challenge mounted by Democratic Gov. Steve Bullock, according to a Fox News projection early Wednesday morning. Daines' unofficial...
New Hampshire tent for unmasked voters collapses, injures poll worker
A tent being used as a polling place for “non-masked voting” in New Hampshire collapsed on Tuesday afternoon, injuring one election worker. The military-style big top -- designated for voters...
Trump says 'very sad group of people' trying to 'disenfranchise' voters
President Trump declared himself the likely victor of the presidential election in an early Wednesday speech and vowed to go to the Supreme Court to stop Democrats from using "fraud"...
Kansan becomes 1st trans-Native American to win statewide office
Stephanie Byers, a retired high school teacher from Wichita, has become the first trans person of Native American heritage to be elected to any state legislature, according to projected results...
California bill passes allowing Uber to call workers contractors, deny them benefits
California voters decided Tuesday that Uber and Lyft can deny drivers benefits by classifying them as independent contractors instead of employees, according to a report. Under the new bill, the...
Media has a meltdown as Biden fails to deliver a landslide
Ever sat next to somebody who’s afraid to fly? That combination of freaking out, embarrassment and asking when the drinks cart will come around again was what we all saw...
North Dakota state legislative candidate who died of COVID-19 wins election
A North Dakota state legislative candidate who died of coronavirus last month won his Tuesday election. Republican David Andahl, who was 55 when he died, and another GOP candidate, Dave...
Maine's Senate race 'will not be called tonight,' challenger says
Maine's US Senate election was too close to call early Tuesday morning and Democratic challenger Sara Gideon called it a night, according to a report. Gideon's campaign manager, Amy Mesner,...
Republicans look set to hang onto two Long Island congressional seats
Republican Assemblyman Andrew Garbarino staked out a significant lead against Democrat Jackie Gordon in the hard-fought race to succeed longtime GOP Rep. Peter King late Tuesday night. Garbarino won 56...
Georgia Senate race to be resolved in runoff election Jan. 5
One of the two US Senate races in Georgia is heading for a run-off election. The three-way "jungle primary" contest involving Republican Sen. Kelly Loeffler ended with no one getting...
Denver voters lift city's 30-year pit bull ban
Denver opened the doggy door to pit bulls on Tuesday night. Voters in the Colorado city approved a measure to lift a 30-year-ban on the pooches, local outlets reported. With...
Trump, Biden split Nebraska's 5 electoral votes
President Trump will take the lion's share of Nebraska's five electoral votes, Fox News projected early Monday morning. Trump won four of the Cornhusker State's electoral votes but Democratic challenger...
Trump comes out on top in Montana, netting another three electoral votes
Big Sky Country has delivered a big win for President Trump, as the incumbent has come out on top in Montana, according to NBC News. Trump will take home the...
GOP big has early lead over Democratic incumbent in NY state Senate race
Rob Astorino, the one-time New York Republican Party standard-bearer, has managed to build an edge over incumbent Democratic state Sen. Peter Harckham in their upstate race, according to late figures....
Here's how many people voted for Kanye West
Kanye West threw in the towel on his presidential run in the 2020 election and hinted at another long-shot bid four years from now -- though he didn't get many...
Son of former Gov. Thomas Kean loses bid to unseat New Jersey congressman
Suburban New Jersey Congressman Tom Malinowski appeared poised to hang onto his seat in Washington late Tuesday night, fending off a spirited challenge from the son of former Gov. Thomas...
Social media giants flag Trump tweet about Dems trying to 'steal' election
President Trump early Wednesday accused political opponents of trying to "STEAL the Election" in a tweet that was flagged by the social media giant due to their "civic integrity policy."...
Oregon becomes first state to legalize magic mushrooms, decriminalize street drugs
Oregon on Tuesday became the first state to legalize magic mushroom therapy — and to decriminalize small amounts of all street drugs. The mushroom bill, measure 109, allows trained “facilitators”...
Amanda Knox: Next four years 'can't be as bad' as my study abroad in Italy
Perspective is everything! Amanda Knox — whose sensational 2009 murder conviction in Italy was famously overturned — offered some advice to Americans bracing for a loss on Election Night. "Whatever happens, the...
Sen. Joni Ernst beats back challenge in Iowa
Republican Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa won reelection to a second term, according to a Fox News projection early Wednesday morning. Ernst beat back a challenge from political newcomer Theresa...
Here's when the remaining battleground states plan on counting ballots
Pennsylvania voters shouldn't look forward to election results anytime soon, with even an unofficial tally for the swing state likely off the table until Friday, according to local election officials....
'We're on track to win': Biden addresses nation as election hangs in balance
Democratic nominee Joe Biden said he believed he was on track to win the election in a speech in Wilmington after midnight on Election Day with the 2020 race hanging...
Arizona votes to legalize recreational marijuana
Weed has taken root in the deserts of Arizona. Voters in the Grand Canyon State legalized recreational marijuana Tuesday, joining 11 other states that have done so, including New Jersey....
Trump comes out on top in Iowa, earning Midwest swing-state win
President Trump's 2020 vision is clear in the Hawkeye State, as he has won Iowa, according to Fox News. With the triumph, Trump snares another half-dozen electoral votes, en route...
Joe Biden wins Minnesota, preserving Dems' Midwest stronghold
Joe Biden is shining bright in the North Star State, winning Minnesota to keep it blue.
'Death match' fight erupts on Brooklyn street as election results roll in
While much of the world was watching President Trump and Joe Biden duke it out at the polls Tuesday night, a pack of pugilists held a wrestling "death match" on...
Donovan Richards favored to win Queens BP race
Queens Councilman Donovan Richards appeared to be on a glidepath to victory in his bid to become Queens' next borough president, handily leading Republican opponent Joann Ariola, early results showed....
2020 Election: Trump camp calls on Fox News to retract Arizona call for Biden
WASHINGTON -- President Trump's campaign is heavily disputing Fox News' decision to flip the swing state of Arizona to Joe Biden and has called on the network to retract the...
All four members of 'The Squad' cruise to reelection with newcomers arriving
The Squad is staying in Washington -- and may be growing. The four progressive congresswomen who make up the group -- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York, Ilhan Omar of Minnesota,...
Lawmaker Seawright beats GOP doorman to keep NY assembly seat
Upper East Side Democratic Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright appeared heading to reelection to a fourth-term Tuesday night after overcoming ballot obstacles that could have derailed her political career. Seawright was knocked...
Mississippi votes to ditch Confederate state flag for new design
Mississippi voted Tuesday to replace its state flag — which features the Confederate stars and bars — with a new flower-centric design. With 67 percent of precincts in the state...
Jets have slew of picks in upcoming NFL Drafts
The Jets have nine picks in each of the next two drafts thanks to the trades GM Joe Douglas has made over the past year. Nine of those selections are...
How Syracuse University's IVMF is helping veterans re-enter the civilian workforce
The Institute for Veterans and Military Families has something for every veteran. Whether you’re looking to network your way into a career or develop your own business strategy, the IVMF’s...