What is unconditional discharge? Trump's sentence, explained

On Friday, Judge Juan M. Merchan sentenced President-elect Donald Trump to an unconditional discharge in connection with his hush money conviction. 

How do you measure wildfire containment?

Here's what to know about wildfire containment and how it's measured.

What caused the California fires? What we know

A rare combination of risk factors in Los Angeles County has sparked a series of deadly wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes and businesses.

Where will Jimmy Carter be buried? A look at the small town where he will be interred

Former President Jimmy Carter will be buried in the small town where he lived, married, and died: Plains, Georgia. Carter spent more than 80 of his 100 years in and around the town, which still has fewer than 700 people, not much more than when he was born on Oct. 1, 1924.

Jimmy Carter Funeral: Where was Michelle Obama?

Former President Jimmy Carter is being honored with a state funeral Thursday in Washington, D.C. 

What are the Santa Ana winds that have driven LA fires?

While the Santa Ana winds are mostly dry and warm, these wind events can also intensify and become dangerous.

Where is LA Mayor Karen Bass amid devastating wildfires?

Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles is facing public criticism for being in Ghana during the raging wildfires in Southern California.

Why won't mail be delivered on Thursday, Jan. 9?

The Postal Service will suspend regular mail delivery, retail services and office activity on Jan. 9.

Donald Trump wants to rename Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America': How can that be done?

President-elect Donald Trump has said he will rename the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America," during a news conference on Jan. 7. Here are the details on the gulf, as well as ways to change the name of a geographical feature in the U.S.

How to make a DIY air filter with a box fan

Homemade air filters can be a cheap and effective way to protect your home from the harmful effects of wildfire smoke.

How to stop wildfire smoke from getting into your home and car

Raging winter wildfires in Los Angeles are a grim reminder of how quickly wildfire smoke can creep into your neighborhood – and your home and car.

How cold does it have to be to get frostbite?

Wind and cold temperatures can cause frostbite in minutes, especially in areas like your fingers and toes. Here’s what to know.

How much ice does it take to knock out power, damage trees?

While it only takes a thin coating of ice to cause travel nightmares for motorists, it takes a heavier accretion of ice to damage trees and power lines, and the severity of the damage depends on how much weight is added by the ice.

Apple's $95M eavesdropping lawsuit settlement: What to know

What to know about settlement claims after lawsuit alleged Apple's Siri assistant recorded users without consent.

Who is Matthew Livelsberger? Driver in Cybertruck blast was Green Beret

The driver who died in a possible terror attack outside a Las Vegas hotel has been identified as Matthew Alan Livelsberger, a 37-year-old active duty U.S. Army servicemember.

Arizona's Canyon de Chelly becomes latest national park unit to ban commercial air tours

Supporters of the tours say they offer an exciting experience and allow older people and those with disabilities to see and enjoy the parks. Critics say the flights are an unnecessarily dangerous way to view some of the most stunning public lands in the United States.

Biden gives life in prison to most federal death row inmates: What to know

President Joe Biden commuted the sentences of 37 of the 40 people on federal death row, converting their punishments to life imprisonment.