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Louisiana AG orders security investigation as Biden directs resources to help New Orleans

Louisiana AG orders security investigation as Biden directs resources to help New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill ordered on Monday an investigation into safety and security deficiencies in New Orleans, where an Army veteran sped around a police blockade and raced down Bourbon Street, killing 14 New Year'
On Jan. 6, lawmakers remember the carnage of 2021 in sharply different ways

On Jan. 6, lawmakers remember the carnage of 2021 in sharply different ways

WASHINGTON (AP) — Some lawmakers emotionally recalled the violence . Others said they’d rather move on . And some said it wasn’t violent at all.
Trudeau's leaves mixed global legacy as he exits during turbulent time, analysts say

Trudeau's leaves mixed global legacy as he exits during turbulent time, analysts say

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will leave the world stage with a legacy of promoting feminist causes and focusing on Asia, along with criticism that Canada's actions fell short of the government's rhetoric.
Departing U.S. ambassador to Mexico sees "major changes" under Trump in diplomatic relationship

Departing U.S. ambassador to Mexico sees "major changes" under Trump in diplomatic relationship

MEXICO CITY (AP) — The outgoing U.S. ambassador to Mexico said Monday he anticipated “major changes” in the diplomatic relationship between the U.S. and Mexico during the incoming Trump administration .
Alberta announces new effort to expand oil and gas pipeline capacity with Enbridge

Alberta announces new effort to expand oil and gas pipeline capacity with Enbridge

CALGARY — The Alberta government is partnering with Calgary-based pipeline company Enbridge Inc. to increase the province's oil and gas pipeline capacity.
Trudeau's resignation comes at tough time for Canada-U.S. tariff talks: experts

Trudeau's resignation comes at tough time for Canada-U.S. tariff talks: experts

WASHINGTON — The difficult diplomacy Canada is attempting with the incoming Trump administration took on new pressure Monday as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced he will resign his post as soon as a new Liberal leader is chosen.
'It's time:' Residents in Justin Trudeau's Montreal riding react to his resignation

'It's time:' Residents in Justin Trudeau's Montreal riding react to his resignation

MONTREAL — Justin Trudeau has started each of his three terms as prime minister the same way: visiting Montreal's Jarry metro station the morning after the election to personally thank the residents of his riding for their support.
Donald Trump Jr. to visit Greenland after his father mused about the US taking control of it

Donald Trump Jr. to visit Greenland after his father mused about the US taking control of it

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Donald Trump Jr. is heading to Greenland, visiting the Danish territory weeks after his father renewed suggestions that the U.S. could somehow take control of it.

Last North Carolina legislative races get finalized, confirming GOP loss of veto-proof control

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina General Assembly elections were finalized Monday as officials issued certificates to the winners in three close legislative races from November that later became subject to recounts and formal protests.
Verdicts expected March 12 in criminal trial of 'Freedom Convoy' organizers

Verdicts expected March 12 in criminal trial of 'Freedom Convoy' organizers

OTTAWA — An Ontario judge is slated to deliver verdicts March 12 in the criminal trial of 'Freedom Convoy' organizers Chris Barber and Tamara Lich.