WASHINGTON — Senate Democrats are proposing a weekslong Senate impeachment trial seeking testimony from four new witnesses including John Bolton and Mick Mulvaney over President Donald Trump’s actions toward Ukraine, according to a detailed outlined released Sunday. Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York proposed the structure for a “fair and honest” trial in a letter to Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, an attempt to launch negotiations ahead of House voting this week that is all but certain to result in the president being impeached. Trump faces two charges — abuse of power and obstruction of Congress — over his efforts to pressure Ukraine to investigate political rival Joe Biden while withholding military aid to the ally. The president faces likely impeachment in the House, where Democrats have control, but he is expected to be acquitted in a trial in the Senate, where Republicans have the majority. McConnell has signaled his preference for a … [Read more...] about Senate Democrats proposing weekslong impeachment trial, testimony from four new witnesses
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Z Provides Lockdown D In Girls Rout of New Trier
The opening act of the 8th annual Bob Bost Basketball Classic didn't just showcase two of the top contending girls basketball teams in the Central Suburban League South division Friday night at Beardsley Gymnasium. It also served as an audition of sorts for Evanston junior guard Rashele Olantunbosun, otherwise known as "Z" by her teammates. Head coach Brittanny Johnson's search for another defensive stopper on the court paid off as the Wildkit girls throttled New Trier 59-33 for their seventh straight victory. Olantunbosun, already known in the program for her offensive prowess, scored a career-high 14 points and held New Trier point guard Ava Zaslavsky scoreless. The diminuitive and talented Trevian guard, who notched 10 points in last year's one-point win over ETHS, only got off 2 field goal attempts in the one-sided contest that honors the late longtime basketball and baseball assistant coach, Bob Bost. Noting that senior guard Kayla Henning (game-high 15 points) has already logged … [Read more...] about Z Provides Lockdown D In Girls Rout of New Trier
5 New Properties For Sale In The Chicago Area
CHICAGO, IL — On the hunt for a new house nearby, but getting tired of looking through the same old real-estate listings every time you search online? With our weekly list of new homes in your area, you can be sure you're not missing anything. Here are the five most recent properties to hit the housing market in the Chicago area — including one with 3 beds and 2 baths for $62,900, and another with 4 beds and 1 bath for $260,000. Like what you see? Simply click on any address in the list to get additional photos and details. Happy house hunting! 1. 332 W 42nd Pl, Chicago, Illinois 60609 Price: $62,900Size: 1,228 sq. ft., 3 beds, and 2 baths 2. 4751 S Wolcott Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60609 Price: $209,000Size: 8 beds, and 3 baths 3. 738 W 116th St, Chicago, Illinois 60628 Price: $107,880Size: 1,651 sq. ft., 5 beds, and 2 baths4. 3010 N Knox Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60641 Price: $260,000Size: 1,200 sq. ft., 4 beds, and 1 bath5. 11514 S Watkins Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60643 Price: … [Read more...] about 5 New Properties For Sale In The Chicago Area
Protests in New Delhi Against New India Citizenship Law Turn Violent
Protests in New Delhi against a controversial citizenship law turned violent Sunday when police entered a university campus and used tear gas against students demonstrating. Students at Jamia Millia Islamia University reported police firing tear gas in their library and beating up students with batons before sealing all campus gates. At least two dozen students are currently being treated at a Delhi hospital. Student organizers blamed outsiders for the violence, saying in a statement that they only endorsed peaceful, nonviolent protests. Earlier in the day, three buses in New Delhi were set on fire. Police said six officers were injured in the melee. At least 15 metro stations in Delhi were closed on Sunday as a result of violent protests. Activists on Twitter have called for protests outside the police station, spreading information on how to travel despite the closures. As many as a thousand protesters are said to be in the streets Sunday evening. Yogendra Yadav, prominent activist … [Read more...] about Protests in New Delhi Against New India Citizenship Law Turn Violent
Knicks Battle, But Late Lead Slips Away In Loss To Nuggets
DENVER (CBSNewYork/AP) — Nikola Jokic made a late go-ahead 3-pointer and finished with scored 25 points to help the Denver Nuggets hold off the New York Knicks 111-105 on Sunday night. Will Barton had 16 points, Gary Harris added 15 and Jamal Murray had 14, including a key 3-pointer in the late going. The Nuggets, who led by as many as 20 points, hung for their 12th straight victory over the Knicks in Denver. Marcus Morris led New York with 22 points. The Knicks were coming off back-to-back road wins under interim coach Mike Miller. They played Denver 11 days ago in New York and lost by 37 points, a setback that preceded the firing of David Fizdale as coach. Point Forward 😎 pic.twitter.com/OuYceZTpdb — NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) December 16, 2019 Taj Gibson banked in a shot to put the Knicks up 91-89 with 9:50 left to play — their first lead since the opening minutes. New York went led by as many as five points before Denver fought back to tie it at 98 on … [Read more...] about Knicks Battle, But Late Lead Slips Away In Loss To Nuggets