A new Congress with new priorities

House GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy said having Republicans in the majority will change the direction of the country. The new Congress is sworn in Jan. 3.

Read in browser Read in browser The Daily Briefing YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP Mon Jan 02 2023 How a new Congress will change the direction of the country: What we know House GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy said having Republicans in the majority will change the direction of the country. The new Congress is sworn in Jan. 3. READ MORE As COVID turns 3, experts worry about the next pandemic Public health and national defense experts worry the next pandemic will come at an even higher price than this one. And the nation needs to be ready. READ MORE Rapper Gangsta Boo of Three 6 Mafia dies at 43, reports say Gangsta Boo, the pioneering female rapper who got her start as a teenager in Three 6 Mafia, has died at 43, several Memphis TV stations are reporting. READ MORE Read Today's eNewspaper Read Today's eNewspaper Pell Grant to increase by $500. How much will it help college students? An award for low-income students, the Pell Grant, will increase by $500 as part of the new federal budget. How much will it help struggling students? READ MORE NFL winners, losers: Pickett grows up, and what was Ron Rivera thinking? With Steelers' season on the line, rookie QB Kenny Pickett made several big throws. Commanders coach Ron Rivera displayed stunning lack of awareness. READ MORE A Better Daily Briefing We've redesigned your favorite newsletter to have a cleaner look and feel. Let us know what you think about it. SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS ➔ SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS ➔ IN CASE YOU MISSED IT 'Tried to ice us': Nuggets win after 40-minute delay to level rim The Denver Nuggets pulled out the 123-111 win over the Boston Celtics after the game was delayed for more than half an hour to straighten the rim. READ MORE Little girl flies across country to surprise Navy mom Service member Serena Gonzalez gets the best wake-up call when her daughter, Ariella, surprises her in San Diego, California. READ MORE How about if we each resolve to set doable resolutions for 2023? Year after year, many of us make a promise we can't keep, even if we are clear-headed at decision time. READ MORE In 2022, a record number of kids were injured or killed by gunfire More than 6,000 children and teens were injured or killed in shootings in 2022. What's contributing to the rise in gun violence? READ MORE Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. • Full access to subscriber-only content on all devices.   • Share bonus subscription with a family member or friend.   • The universal e-Editon, the digital version of our print paper , plus bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers.   • Original reporting of our hometown teams, from high school sports to the pros. SUBSCRIBE TODAY SUBSCRIBE TODAY Newsletters   |    eNewspaper   |   Crosswords Follow Us Problem viewing email? View in browser Unsubscribe  •   Manage Newsletters  •  Terms of Service  •   Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights  •  Privacy Notice  •   Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy  •  Feedback