Arts Jul 01 Comedian Cameron Esposito tackles sexual assault in new special “Rape Jokes” As the #MeToo movement inspires bigger conversations around sexual assault, veteran comedian Cameron Esposito does not want the voices of survivors to be left out. In her new special, "Rape Jokes," Esposito talks about sexual violence and her own experience…
Arts Apr 16 In a Florida prison, a poet grapples with power and oppression In poet Eduardo Martinez's work, power is a trap; being ruled by it is a trap, and wielding it is, too, a dynamic that he said he confronts every day in prison.
Nation Apr 06 4 police misconduct cases had new developments this week. Here’s what happened Here’s a look at the latest developments and what's next for the officers and families of victims involved.
Education Mar 17 In a heavily Puerto Rican city, schools scramble to help students displaced by hurricane Since Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico last year, more than 24,000 students have left for the U.S. mainland and more than 400 came to Hartford, Connecticut, where a third of residents identify as Puerto Rican. Now, Hartford is working to…
Nation Mar 09 As Trump’s ban plays out in court, America’s first openly transgender recruits are joining the military The first group of openly trans recruits in U.S. military history are moving forward without the support of their commander-in-chief.
Nation Feb 17 At Fort Lauderdale rally against gun violence, impassioned calls for change and anger at politicians A loud, angry and clear call for change came from Fort Lauderdale on Saturday as survivors of a shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, along with local leaders and community members, spoke to a rally of several hundred people.
Nation Feb 15 The 17 victims of the Florida high school shooting Here is a full list of victims released by Broward County's Sheriff's Office.
Arts Feb 04 Taylor Mac turns U.S. history inside out in epic, 24-hour show For years, artist Taylor Mac has challenged mainstream ideas around gender and sexuality with shows that spotlight LGBTQ identity. Now Mac, who received a MacArthur grant last fall, is touring “A 24-Decade History of Popular Music,” a show with 24…
Politics Feb 02 WATCH: Republican Congressman says GOP Russia memo should ’cause all American citizens to be outraged’ Gaetz has been one of the most vocal members of Congress pushing the House Intelligence Committee to release a previously classified memo on the Russia investigation.
Nation Jan 13 Missile alert sent to Hawaii residents by mistake, officials say Hawaii residents received an erroneous emergency phone alert on Saturday morning that warned of a ballistic missile threat and told people to seek immediate shelter, causing panic throughout the state.