President Obama and members of Congress are scheduled to meet Feb. 25 to work toward a bipartisan agreement on healthcare. But Republicans say prior legislative work should be scrapped, and meanwhile this year's elections are fast approaching.
Democrats are using the decision of WellPoint to raise rates for some customers by as much as 39 percent – despite a $4.75 billion profit – to rally supporters.
Senate majority leader Harry Reid says he's focused on a leaner bill that will 'create jobs immediately.' He's also aware that voters are angry with the way government is working, particularly in terms of federal budget deficits.
Senator Harry Reid, the majority leader, said he would move ahead on only some elements agreed to by both parties, and seek to move those rapidly through the Senate.
At a time of deepening political disaffection and intensified distress about the economy, President Obama enjoys an edge over Republicans in the battle for public support.
Police in El Salvador have begun an investigation into whether a man suspected of leading a sex trafficking ring has been providing legal advice to the Americans charged with child abduction.
AP - Doctors who opened a blocked artery in former President Bill Clinton's chest say he'll be able to resume his active lifestyle, starting with his expected departure from the hospital the day after his procedure.
AP - Rep. Patrick Kennedy has decided not to seek re-election after eight terms in Congress, saying his life is "taking a new direction" just months after the death of his father and mentor, Sen. Edward Kennedy.
AP - Toyota said Friday it's planning a new level of disclosure about car problems that would go beyond what the automaker is legally required to reveal as it seeks to rebuild consumer trust.
Demonstrators in Tehran marked the 31st anniversary of the Islamic Revolution today with both pro-government and opposition supporters taking to the streets. A stand-off between the two camps was expected. "It looks like this is going to be a very bloody day," a source in Tehran said.
Osama bin Laden's son, Omar bin Laden, warns the U.S. that if they succeed in killing or capturing his father, the next generation of al Qaeda leaders may be even worse.
Former President Bill Clinton's heart troubles come as he was embarking on a busy schedule, recently working on relief efforts for earthquake-ravaged Haiti.