Nation Mar 26 The life and legacy of Native photographer Jennie Ross Cobb This Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting figures whose contributions have often gone unseen. Tonight, we look back at the work of Jennie Ross Cobb, the first known female Native American photographer, who captured personal images of her community.
Politics Mar 22 Supreme Court hears trademark case involving Jack Daniel’s and dog toys The maker of Jack Daniel's whiskey has a bone to pick with the marketer of dog chew toys. The distiller of the iconic American liquor wants to muzzle VIP Products over a squeaky dog toy called Bad Spaniels. The case…
World Mar 19 Expert analyzes new account of GOP deal that used Iran hostage crisis for gain The Iran hostage crisis consumed the last year of the Carter presidency, contributing to a perception of weakness. Saturday, a new allegation surfaced that Ronald Reagan's campaign worked to prevent the U.S. hostages from being freed before Election Day. Gary…
Science Mar 19 A 5,000-mile-long mass of seaweed is coming to shore. Here’s what will happen The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt, a 5,000-mile-long belt of seaweed weighing more than 11 million tons, is threatening to wreak havoc in the coastal waters and beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. It's so big that it can be seen from…
Science Mar 19 The career of Chien-Shiung Wu, the ‘First Lady of Physics’ This Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting stories of women whose contributions have often been overlooked. Tonight, we look at the career of Chien-Shiung Wu, a 20th-century physicist who made indelible changes to her field.
Nation Mar 18 As Congress stalls on federal gun safety laws, some states push their own rules This week, Michigan’s Senate passed a major gun safety package and sent it to the House, where it is expected to pass. The action was spurred by last month's shooting at Michigan State University that killed three students and wounded…
Nation Mar 18 The opportunities and challenges of endorsement deals for student athletes This year's NCAA basketball tournaments have gotten the highest TV ratings in years. Since 2021, athletes have been able to capitalize on the popularity of college sports through endorsements and sponsorships. But for female athletes, it's also exposing the dark…
Health Mar 17 Genetic evidence gives support to theory COVID originated in Wuhan market The debate over COVID-19's origin is focused on two theories, that humans were first infected by a wild animal or that the virus leaked from a lab. Scientists say the natural transmission theory has been strengthened by new genetic evidence…
World Mar 12 Russian journalist reflects on living and reporting in exile Since Russia invaded Ukraine last year, Moscow has continued its clampdown on independent media within its borders. Many Russian journalists fled rather than risk imprisonment. One of them is journalist Mikhail Zygar, whose book “War and Punishment: Putin, Zelensky, and…
Arts Mar 12 The life of Frances Marion, a trailblazer for women in Hollywood This Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting stories of success that have faded over time. Tonight, we look back at the life of Frances Marion, a pioneer in the film industry whose storied career made her one of the most prolific…