US Defense Secretary Robert Gates says some provinces could be handed over to Afghan forces "relatively soon."
Federal officials say flights were delayed across the country when a piece of communications equipment in Salt Lake City failed. This prevented air traffic control computers from talking to each other. The problem was later fixed. (Nov. 19)
President Obama's approval ratings broken down by political parties
President Obama greets troops in South Korea
An estimated 65,000 undocumented students graduate from U.S. high schools every year and could go to college, but they don't qualify for federal financial aid and cannot legally work. The DREAM act, reintroduced in Congress, could change that. (Nov. 19)
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said she was heartened by newly sworn-in Afghan President Hamid Karzai's inaugural speech, but said the reforms and changes he proposed had to be implemented.
Sen. Conrad on health care debate on Capitol Hill
On the Job Hunt: Hearing on stimulus funds accounting
Sen. Robert Menendez discusses his new book and health care legislation.
Time Magazine's Karen Tumulty discusses Sen. Reid's health care bill.
Why didn't Sarah Palin appear on 'The Factor' during campaign?
The eldest daughter of Senator John Kerry has been arrested in Hollywood for allegedly driving drunk. (Nov. 19)
Two Republicans call for the treasury secretary's resignation during hearing.
Sen. Joe Lieberman defends decision to hold Senate hearing into Fort Hood attack
AP assigns 11 reporters to fact check Sarah Palin's book
'Happening Now' apologizes for video error
Sen. Hatch offering amendment to health care bill