Americans' message to Washington on the looming shutdown: Don't December 17, 2018 Poll: Americans overwhelmingly oppose a government shutdown, and they're inclined to blame President Trump and the GOP.

Senate reports find millions of social media posts by Russians aimed at helping Trump, GOP December 17, 2018 The Senate released Monday a pair of reports that found Russia engaged in an all-out social media campaign on Donald Trump's behalf.

Megyn Kelly chops off hair, looks forward to 'new beginnings' December 17, 2018 Megyn Kelly hasn't hit the reboot button with her short new haircut. She's hit the rewind button and gone back to 2016 – back to when she was still on top.

Little John Daly making big impact, just like his father December 17, 2018 Little John Daly dresses garishly like his dad and can summon power easily like the old man. But the teenager isn't as vocal as two-time major winner.

Michael Flynn's ex-business associate charged in illegal lobbying effort to extradite Turkish cleric December 17, 2018 Federal prosecutors allege Bijan Rafiekian sought to conceal the Turkish government's role in the effort to extradite cleric Fethullah Gulen.

Aaron Rodgers keeps missing the mark, making life difficult for Packers December 17, 2018 Every week, Aaron Rodgers seems to miss open receivers or make inaccurate throws that were almost always completions in the past.

Trump tweet says wall is necessary for 'good Boarder Security.' Twitter erupts December 17, 2018 "Anytime you hear a Democrat saying that you can have good Boarder Security without a Wall, write them off," Trump tweeted.

Lin-Manuel Miranda brings singing, dancing, secret action skills to 'Mary Poppins Returns' December 17, 2018 Going from 'Hamilton' to a London lamplighter in 'Mary Poppins Returns' stretched Lin-Manuel Miranda, especially when it came to conquering Big Ben.

A million pension checks risk huge cuts without this fix December 17, 2018 About 120 pension plans, covering about 1.3 million people, are underfunded by $48.9 billion and could fail if a solution isn't found.

College student: Southwest Airlines made me abandon pet fish at airport December 17, 2018 University of Colorado student Lanice Powless says Southwest wouldn't allow her to board with her pet fish or hold onto it until a friend could pick him up from the Denver airport.

These are the most expensive zip codes in the US this year December 17, 2018 San Francisco has the greatest concentration of the most expensive zip codes, with four. New York City and Los Angeles are behind it with three each.

Mel B is 'healing' with family after 'severed' hand injury December 17, 2018 Mel B is "#healing" in England surrounded by her family and close friends after her hand injury, her two broken ribs and hours of surgery last week.

Welcome aboard Air Horse One June 06, 2018 Yes, there is an airplane called Air Horse One. And yes, it’s absolutely as swanky as you'd expect.

Megan Mullally reveals designers won't dress her for SAG Awards; Christian Siriano steps in December 17, 2018 Megan Mullally may have been tapped to host the 2019 Screen Actors Guild Awards, but the actress says her red carpet options are limited.

Catholic clergy sex abuse: Pennsylvania attorney general says 45 states have sought help; 'a lot more horrors to unearth' December 17, 2018 Pennsylvania authorities have joined with their counterparts across the U.S., helping craft search warrant applications and grand jury subpoenas.

The best moments from Miss Universe December 17, 2018 The 2018 Miss Universe was held Sunday in Bangkok, and 94 women competed for the crown in the 67th edition of the pageant.

Can your employer require you to come into work in inclement weather? Ask HR December 17, 2018 Here are answers to some common questions about how workplaces handle – or should handle – inclement weather.

How House Democrats can save democracy and the rule of law: Impeach Donald Trump ASAP December 17, 2018 Trump has committed innumerable offenses not involving Russia collusion, right out in public. There are many good reasons for Democrats to impeach.

The 20 best gifts under $50 of 2018 November 27, 2018 Get ready to cross off the rest of your shopping list.

Watch the moment these love-struck swans reunite September 15, 2017 After weeks apart, these two swans finally reunite and embrace in a magical swan dance.

May sets Brexit deal vote for week of January 14 December 17, 2018 May sets Brexit deal vote for week of January 14

More teens are vaping, but binge drinking and opioid use is down December 17, 2018 Vaping nicotine nearly doubled among high school seniors, but use of other drugs and alcohol reached near historic lows.

A federal judge has ruled the Affordable Care Act unconstitutional. So now what happens? December 17, 2018 The Affordable Care Act will remain unchanged during the appeals process. But whatever the courts decide, the future of health care is up to Congress.

Affordable Care Act's 'tortured' history catches up with it. Does it have a future? December 17, 2018 Health care law supporters will have to show that the years of arguing it cannot function without the individual mandate were hyperbole or irrelevant.

Catholic Church: Religious orders kept reports of child sex abuse secret for years December 17, 2018 Authorities threaten legal action, and Catholic religious orders could soon face an unprecedented wave of scrutiny over sex abuse claims.

I was a military spouse on my own at Christmas. It was painful but also special. December 17, 2018 Those of us left on the homefront may want to just get the holidays over with. But even amid the loneliness, there will be memories worth making.

One story from every state. Your daily 50-state roundup December 17, 2018 Fiona the hippo puts on a tutu in Ohio, a church gets a reprieve in Illinois, and more

Pauley Perrette, Sasha Alexander back ex-'NCIS' star Michael Weatherly amid harassment claims December 17, 2018 Pauley Perrette and Sasha Alexander are supporting their ex-'NCIS' co-star Michael Weatherly after Eliza Dushku accused him of sexual harassment.

Government shutdown? You'll still get mail and packages, be able to travel December 16, 2018 Even if Congress can't stop another federal shutdown, mail carriers, air-traffic controllers, Amtrak workers, border agents still will be on the job.

The day in pictures December 17, 2018

Beautiful photos of the northern lights December 15, 2018 Seeing the northern lights, also called the aurora borealis, ranks high on many bucket lists.

Goose bumps and wacky costumes rule pre-Christmas swim in Switzerland December 16, 2018 Goose bumps and wacky costumes rule pre-Christmas swim in Switzerland

The best pie shop in every state December 15, 2018 Where is the best pie shop in your state? 24/7 Wall St. reviewed Yelp! reviews to determine where you should go for a perfect slice.

Wreaths Across America Day December 15, 2018 Wreaths Across America was started in 1992 at Arlington National Cemetery by Maine businessman Morrill Worcester.

Judge gives mom 40 years after 2 kids die in car. People 'take better care of their pets' December 16, 2018 A Texas judge told a mom that people "take better care of their pets" after her daughters died painful deaths from being left overnight in a vehicle.

Pete Davidson appears on 'SNL' after concerning social media post prompts police check December 17, 2018 'SNL' star Pete Davidson got shockingly real about his daily struggle before deleting his Instagram account on Saturday. Police did a wellness check.

Ryan Zinke: The controversies that defined his tenure as Trump's Interior Secretary December 17, 2018 A helicopter trip to catch a horseback ride. Proposed cuts to national parks. Here are some of the bigger issues during Ryan Zinke's two-year tenure.

Pig-headed Republicans are pushing America toward government-run national health care December 16, 2018 New Texas ruling is the latest example of Republican efforts to kill Obamacare. But while the GOP is winning on tactics, it's losing hearts and minds.

I became a Democrat a year ago and found my own voice. It changed everything. December 16, 2018 I wrote my truth, held my breath and waited. I now care about lots more things than I used to, and I've finally embraced my Asian-American identity.

UN climate change deal leaves door open for US to rejoin December 16, 2018 Details emerging from a U.N. climate conference drew rave reviews from U.S. experts despite the U.S. vow to exit the Paris Climate Accord.

New research may upend what we know about tornado formation December 17, 2018 For a while now, we’ve thought that tornadoes start off in the clouds and spiral down to Earth. But new research from climatologists could change that.

AP Sources: Brian Agler to be next coach of Dallas Wings December 17, 2018 Two people familiar with the situation say that Brian Agler will be the next coach of the Dallas Wings

AP Coach of the Year: Notre Dame's Kelly wins for 2nd time December 17, 2018 Notre Dame's Brian Kelly is The Associated Press college football Coach of the Year

Blue Christmas: It's the most wonderful time of the year — but what if it's not for you? December 17, 2018 The "holiday blues" — feelings of loneliness, loss or isolation that arise during this time of year  —  is real. Psychologists share tips to fight it