Policing the Cops: Demonstrators marched again in New York and other cities last night amid calls for change in the attitude and tactics of policing in America. More than 200 were arrested in New York. From the streets to the …

Permawar: The forces of the Islamic State have been significantly damaged by coalition air strikes, Secy. of State John Kerry said at a meeting of diplomats in Brussels. “Our commitment will be measured most likely in years but our efforts …

Nation: As demonstrators marched in cities around the country yesterday, President Obama stepped into the Ferguson fray, announcing the formation of a task force to defuse the tension between communities and their police departments. He said there is “a simmering …

Holiday Spirit: Millions of Americans went shopping yesterday, probably before the Thanksgiving dessert was served. Christmas shopping has officially crept into Thanksgiving Day. Shoppers were lined up for the doors to open at Wal-Mart and Target stores across the country. …

National Football Day: It’s Thanksgiving. President Obama pardoned two turkeys named Mac and Cheese. On the East Coast travellers drove and slogged through a mixture of rain, sleet, and snow to get to their Thanksgiving dinners. In New England thousands …

Changing the Guard: Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel has resigned after less than two years on the job. Appearing with the president and vice president this morning, Hagel stood by while President Obama described him as a friend and heaped him …

Ferguson: As Ferguson, Mo. braces for the report of a grand jury, the officer who shot an unarmed black teenager last summer is expected to resign, according to several reports. After months on administrative leave, Officer Darren Wilson has indicated …

Executive Orders: President Obama last night announced executive orders to reform immigration, including stiffening border security, welcoming highly skilled immigrants, and protecting illegal immigrants with American-born children from deportation. His orders will shield as many as five million illegal immigrants. …

The Director: Celebrated Director Mike Nichols, one of few people in show business to win an Oscar, a Tony, an Emmy, and a Grammy, has died at age 83. Nichols shaped American culture for the last 50 years. He was …

Whiteout: As much as five or six feet of snow is reported in parts of Western New York today as the Buffalo area digs out from an extreme storm. In an area known for its “lake effect” snowstorms, some residents …