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Clock ticking for Bears with No. 1 pick after brutal season
General manager Ryan Poles is now on the clock after the Chicago Bears wrapped up one of the worst seasons in franchise history.
Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities
Benchmark U.S. crude oil for February delivery rose 86 cents to $74.63 a barrel Monday.
The Old Air Force Tape Test Is Officially Dead. Long Live the New Tape Test.
Airmen and Guardians will no longer have to go through the dreaded abdominal tape test, but will have their waist and height measured to keep tabs on their physical health.
Lawmakers convene in Olympia for first day of 2023 Legislature
The Washington Legislature convened in person for the first time in more than two years, kicking off a 2023 session that will include writing a two-year budget.
Vatican reopens investigation into teen’s 1983 disappearance
The Vatican has reopened the investigation into the 1983 disappearance of the 15-year-old daughter of a Vatican employee.
George Santos hid sources of funds he lent his campaign, says watchdog complaint
A nonprofit has asked the Federal Election Commission to investigate questions about U.S. Rep. George Santos’ campaign fundraising, loans and expenditures.
Harvard rescinds fellowship offer to leading rights activist
Harvard University has rescinded a fellowship it had offered to a leading human rights activist over what he says was his group’s criticism of Israel.