Jun 06 Judge sides with Philadelphia in sanctuary city fight By Associated Press A federal judge has ruled in favor of Philadelphia in its lawsuit against the federal government for withholding grant funding in response to how the city deals with immigrants in the country illegally. Continue reading
Jun 06 ACLU sues over plans for citizenship question on 2020 census By Larry Neumeister, Associated Press The lawsuit, filed by the American Civil Liberties Union and others, claims the question intentionally discriminates against immigrants and will increase fear in their communities. It alleges census participation will be depressed, diluting the economic and political power of residents… Continue reading
Jun 06 California voters recall judge who sentenced Brock Turner to six months for sex assault By Paul Elias, Associated Press The beginning of the end for the first California judge recalled since 1932 began almost exactly two years ago, when Judge Aaron Persky sentenced a former Stanford swimmer convicted of sexual assault to six months in jail instead of a… Continue reading
Jun 05 Civil rights groups call for investigation into video showing police repeatedly punching man in Oregon By Associated Press The American Civil Liberties Union and the state chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations both called for investigations. Continue reading
Jun 05 Watch 7:28 The NFL thought it had a protest compromise. Then Trump restarted a culture war By Amna Nawaz President Trump disinvited the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles from a White House visit after many players decided not to go. The president’s move again stokes a bitter cultural battle over the national anthem and the right of NFL players… Continue watching
Jun 05 Watch 9:56 How Robert F. Kennedy reached across America’s divisions Fifty years ago, Sen. Robert F. Kennedy gave a victory speech after winning the California Democratic primary. Moments later he was gunned down, and the dreams of him as the progressive hope for American unity died with him. Judy Woodruff… Continue watching
Jun 05 Former USA Gymnastics president refuses to answer questions about handling of Larry Nassar abuse case By Associated Press Steve Penny invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination six times before he was excused by the panel on Tuesday. Continue reading
Jun 05 Watch 3:38 Cactus thieves and fossil robbers are taking treasures from the national parks At Saguaro National Park, the namesake cactus is both the main attraction for hikers -- and thieves. Special correspondent Tyler Fingert of the Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University reports on how the problem is plaguing parks across… Continue watching
Jun 05 Medicare will run out of money sooner than expected, report warns By Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar, Andrew Taylor, Associated Press The report from program trustees says Medicare will become insolvent in 2026 — three years earlier than previously forecast. Its giant trust fund for inpatient care won't be able to fully cover projected medical bills starting at that point. Continue reading
Jun 05 What to watch for on California’s big primary day By Jessica Yarvin Democrats are counting on making gains in California to help retake control of the House, but the state’s unique primary system could block the party from competing for critical seats in November. Continue reading