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December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Feds probe Iowa care home: Disabled 'not human guinea pigs'

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The U.S. Justice Department has found a state-run care center for people with intellectual disabilities has likely violated the constitutional rights of residents by subjecting them to human experiments, some of which were deemed dangerous by federal investigators.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Biden hopes virus deal is glimpse of deal-making to come

WASHINGTON (AP) — For President-elect Joe Biden, Washington’s year-end burst of deal-making brought renewed hope for a productive, successful first 100 days in office.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Williams, Hyland carry VCU past James Madison 82-81

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Vince Williams Jr. and Nah'Shon Hyland each scored 15 points as VCU held off James Madison 82-81 on Tuesday.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Bengals get shot of confidence in stunning win over Steelers

CINCINNATI (AP) — Few saw what the Cincinnati Bengals were capable of Monday night, least of all the playoff-bound Pittsburgh Steelers.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

From his home, Attenborough shows viewers 'A Perfect Planet'

LONDON (AP) — Sir David Attenborough is a globetrotter, discovering far-flung lands and exotic species for TV audiences since the 1950s. The pandemic may have kept him at home for much of 2020, but it hasn’t stopped the legendary host from continuing his work to get the world to act on climate change.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Liz Weston: RV-Buying Mistakes to Avoid

Recreational vehicle sales are soaring, and the RV industry expects 2021 to be a record-breaking year. Dealerships say much of the demand is coming from first-time buyers and others anxious to find a safer way to vacation during the pandemic.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

250 Chinese moved amid violence in Central African Republic

BEIJING (AP) — China evacuated about 250 nationals to a safer area after eight Chinese mining company vehicles were stolen during armed conflict ahead of an election in the Central African Republic, its embassy said Wednesday.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Trump's presidential legacy, by the numbers

WASHINGTON (AP) — Words matter. But numbers tell stories, too.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Lottery State-by-State-All

The state-by-state winning lottery numbers through Wednesday:

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Mensah carries San Diego St. past Saint Mary’s 74-49

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (AP) — Nathan Mensah recorded 18 points and 13 rebounds to lead San Diego State to a 74-49 win over Saint Mary’s on Tuesday night in a game played at a neutral site because of coronavirus restrictions.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

The Strokes turn to a 'unicorn figure' and get Grammy love

NEW YORK (AP) — It has taken The Strokes almost two decades to earn their first Grammy nomination. But lead singer Julian Casablancas is betting they'll walk away empty-handed at the ceremony.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

UConn remains unbeaten with rout of Villanova

VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — Paige Bueckers and Olivia Nelson-Ododa had 19 points apiece to lead UConn to a 90-52 victory over Villanova on Tuesday night.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

A season of fear, not cheer, as virus changes Christmas

Montserrat Parello lost her husband eight years ago, and Christmas gatherings with children and grandchildren had helped her deal with her loneliness. But this year, the 83-year-old will be alone for the holiday at her home in Barcelona, due to the risk of infection from the coronavirus.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Trump tells lawmakers to amend COVID-19 relief bill, suggests he may not sign $900 billion legislation

WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump tells lawmakers to amend COVID-19 relief bill, suggests he may not sign $900 billion legislation.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Mainz sporting director quits as club talks to predecessor

MAINZ, Germany (AP) — Rouven Schröder quit as sporting director of Mainz on Tuesday after learning that the struggling Bundesliga club wants to bring back his predecessor.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Akinjo has 18, Arizona turns back Montana 70-64

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — James Akinjo scored 18 points, Jordan Brown added 15, and Arizona pulled out a 70-64 win win over Montana on Tuesday night.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Engelland latest NHL veteran retiring before 2021 season

When the NHL suspended last season in March, Deryk Engelland spent four months around his family and saw the things he'd usually miss while at the rink or traveling around North America.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Yakima council member misses 28 meetings, collects stipends

YAKIMA, Wash. (AP) — As the year draws to a close, Yakima City Council member Jason White’s attendance record has only gotten worse.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Shorthanded Cal uses late run to beat Seattle U 70-65

BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Ryan Betley scored 17 points, Joel Brown had all 12 of his in the second half and shorthanded California used a late run to beat Seattle University 70-65 on Tuesday.

December 23, 2020 12:06 a.m.

Auburn hires Boise State's Harsin to lead football program

Auburn hired Boise State's Bryan Harsin as its head coach on Tuesday, luring him away from his alma mater and into the powerful Southeastern Conference.