Jun 23 NCAA panel approves new eligibility rules giving Division I athletes 5 years to play 5 seasons By Eric Olson, Associated Press Eager to lessen the chaos of the transfer portal era and court fights with players trying to extend their careers, the NCAA approved a new eligibility model for Division I athletes on Tuesday that will allow five seasons of competition over a… Continue reading
Jun 23 Watch 4:26 News Wrap: Supreme Court sides with Trump administration in deportations case In our news wrap Tuesday, the Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration in an immigration case strengthening the government's power to deport green card holders accused of crimes and the Justice Department has reportedly withdrawn grand jury subpoenas to… Continue watching
Jun 23 Watch 6:52 How the federal student loan changes could impact borrowers By Stephanie Sy, Karina Cuevas Federal student loans will undergo significant changes starting July 1. These changes will not only restructure the loan system, but also the repayment options for millions of borrowers. Some might see higher monthly payments, others will have to deal with… Continue watching
Jun 23 Watch 7:45 Farmers struggle with crops as climate change makes weather less predictable By Paul Solman, Layla Quran More than half of the continental U.S. is facing drought conditions. But other parts of the country are facing the opposite problem. Extreme weather conditions can have major impacts on farmers and their crops at a time when they’re already… Continue watching
Jun 23 Was the Reflecting Pool vandalized? Experts cast doubt on Trump's claims By Maria Ramirez Uribe Green water, floating liner chunks, and workers dumping jugs of hydrogen peroxide. These are the images that have characterized the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in the weeks since its reopening following President Donald Trump’s ordered renovations. Continue reading
Jun 23 U.S. eases restriction on Iran's World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match By Gabriela Aoun Angueira, Seung Min Kim, Associated Press Iran’s squad has complained about the travel restrictions levied on the team. Continue reading
Jun 23 After reports of ransom note, Savannah Guthrie begs public for tips about her missing mother By Associated Press “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie made an emotional appeal to viewers Tuesday. She pleaded with them to step forward with any information about her missing mother. Continue reading
Jun 23 Senate for 1st time approves war powers resolution to halt Iran conflict By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press While the resolution is largely symbolic, and does not fully carry the force of law, it reflects the growing concerns from a number of Republican lawmakers over both the war and the deal Trump struck with Iran to end it. Continue reading
Jun 23 U.S. energy secretary announces $17.5 billion in loans for 10 new large nuclear reactors By Jennifer McDermott, Matthew Daly, Associated Press The Trump administration is providing $17.5 billion to speed the development of 10 new large nuclear reactors to meet the skyrocketing power demand from massive data centers. T… Continue reading
Jun 23 Listen Again: The stories we tell ourselves about America By Geoff Bennett Tressie McMillan Cottom says the second Trump administration has revealed uncomfortable truths about power in America. Today, we’re revisiting her episode of Settle In with Geoff Bennett about trust in institutions and how to keep your sense of purpose in… Continue reading