Apr 05 Barr orders FBI, Bureau of Prisons to probe discrimination against LGBTQ workers By Michael Balsamo, Associated Press The concerns included allegations that LGBTQ agents at the FBI academy face discrimination and different evaluation standards, as well as gay agents being dismissed from the academy "because they are not 'bro-y' or masculine enough."… Continue reading
Apr 05 Why cars and produce are taking a hit from Trump's latest border moves By Gretchen Frazee Trump has backed off threats to close the U.S.-Mexico border immediately, but the uncertainty spurred by his rhetoric and actions have already taken a toll. Continue reading
Apr 05 Jussie Smollett's lawyer warns Chicago not to sue 'Empire' actor By Don Babwin, Associated Press An attorney for Jussie Smollett has written a letter warning that he'll demand sworn testimony from top Chicago officials if the city follows through on its vow to sue the "Empire" actor. Continue reading
Apr 05 How social media is trying to contain misinformation over vaccines By Barbara Ortutay, Associated Press In social media's battle against misinformation, bogus claims about the dangers of vaccines are the next target. Continue reading
Apr 04 Watch 5:19 Faulty sensor led to horrifying 'tug of war' in cockpit of downed Boeing plane A preliminary investigation on the crash of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 concluded a controversial software system did contribute to the downing of the Boeing plane, and the pilots followed manufacturer guidelines to no avail. Boeing said it will release a… Continue watching
Apr 04 Oklahoma drops some claims in lawsuit against opioid manufacturers By Tim Talley, Associated Press The state attorney general's office will continue to pursue allegations that the drugmakers created a public nuisance, which he says is the most important allegation against the drugmakers. Continue reading
Apr 04 Watch 7:53 Seriously ill children often resist treatment. Can offering simple rewards change that? By Paul Solman Few scenarios are harder to witness than the suffering of a seriously ill child. For kids with life-threatening diseases, survival often requires procedures that are painful and scary. But a Washington nonprofit is encouraging kids to be active in their… Continue watching
Apr 04 What's in the DOJ's scathing report on Alabama prisons By Rebecca Oh How enforceable any of these potential reforms outlined in the DOJ report is a crucial and unanswered question. Continue reading
Apr 04 360 video: How these 3 African American businesses survived decades of turmoil By Deema Zein, Mahlia Posey Fifty-one years after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. and the ensuing D.C. riots, three black-owned businesses that have weathered decades-long hurdles offer a small glimpse into the tight-knit community and bustling neighborhood as it once stood. Continue reading
Apr 04 Trump threatens tariffs on cars from Mexico By Jill Colvin, Associated Press "If Mexico doesn't give the help, that's OK. We're going to tariff their cars coming into the United States," Trump said. Continue reading