Britain’s Prince Charles and Princess Diana announce they are separating; The Charge of the Light Brigade – is published in Britain; Solidarity union leader Lech Walesa is elected president in Poland; Actor Kirk Douglas is born.(Dec. 9)
Nation
Civil rights: Top 5 must-see things at Mississippi’s new museums (and 1 bonus)
The world will get its first glimpse Saturday of the Museum of Mississippi History and the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum.
California wildfires: What we know about the Creek, Thomas, Lilac and other fires
The Southern California wildfires continue to destroy land and homes.
Trump: ‘Get out and vote for Roy Moore’
President Trump on Friday urged voters to elect a Republican Senate candidate in Alabama who has been dogged by allegations of sexual misconduct, warning that America “cannot afford” to have a Democrat win the hard-fought campaign instead. (Dec. 8)
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Trump at Pensacola rally: Go vote for Roy Moore
Trump’s visit to the Florida Panhandle was just four days before the Alabama special election to replace now-U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions.
Young conservatives say school disbanded club following flag protest battle
Conservative students in Edina, Minn., say they were force to disband their club for being “intolerant” of flag protesters.
Elderly Pittsburgh man kills intruder
An 84-year-old Pennsylvania man used a handgun that he keeps under his pillow to fatally shoot a home intruder and successfully fight off another early Friday, police said. (Dec. 8)
Progress gained in fighting California’s Thomas Fire, but it’s still barely contained
President Trump approved an emergency declaration for California.
‘Especially Special’ Hanukkah at the White House
President Donald Trump is celebrated an “especially special” Hanukkah at the White House a day after declaring Jerusalem Israel’s capital and setting off criticism and clashes. (Dec 8)
Trump will not speak publicly at Mississippi Civil Rights Museum opening
Trump will not speak publicly at Mississippi Civil Rights Museum opening