Jan 24 Watch 12:04 How was Larry Nassar allowed to abuse athletes for so long? By PBS News Hour A Michigan courtroom erupted in clapping as former sports doctor Larry Nassar was sentenced to as many as 175 years in prison for sexually assaulting scores of women and girls, including three Olympic gold medal gymnasts, under the guise of… Continue watching
Jan 24 Watch 7:29 The Justice Department is stepping up pressure on ‘sanctuary cities.’ Here’s how mayors are responding By PBS News Hour Two dozen cities that shelter undocumented immigrants have been sent letters by the Justice Department, threatening to subpoena them over proof that they are complying with immigration rules. The news angered some mayors meeting in Washington for a conference. John… Continue watching
Jan 24 Chinese opioid dealers exploit U.S. postal service flaw to ship illegal drugs, investigators say By Desmond Butler, Erika Kinetz, Associated Press China said Thursday it is ready to work with the United States in fighting these illicit opioid shipments. Continue reading
Jan 24 Watch 6:30 The biggest federal regulations that have disappeared under Trump By PBS News Hour President Trump's rollback of dozens of regulations throughout the federal government is a major part of his first-year legacy. Hundreds of others set to take effect have been frozen or withdrawn. Hari Sreenivasan talks with Eric Lipton of The New… Continue watching
Jan 24 Watch 9:05 Dolphins raised in captivity will soon get a new, more natural home By Miles O'Brien The National Aquarium in Baltimore is re-examining what counts as humane when it comes to the life of its dolphins. Facing increased disillusionment over such spectacles, the aquarium plans to move its dolphins to an enclosed outdoor sanctuary that mimics… Continue watching
Jan 24 How will world leaders react to Trump’s ‘America First’ message at Davos? By Larisa Epatko Here's what we know about the president's trip to Davos, and what to expect while he's there. Continue reading
Jan 24 Alex Azar confirmed as Trump administration’s next health secretary By Associated Press The 55-43 vote to confirm the former drug company and government executive as secretary of Health and Human Services was largely along party lines. Continue reading
Jan 24 Mayors boycott meeting with Trump after threat against sanctuary cities By Sadie Gurman, Jill Colvin, Associated Press The Justice Department ramped up pressure Wednesday on so-called sanctuary cities seeking public safety grant money, warning state and local officials they could be legally forced to prove they are cooperating with federal immigration authorities. Continue reading
Jan 24 Judge sentences Larry Nassar to 40 to 175 years in prison for sexual abuse: ‘I’ve just signed your death warrant’ By Erica R. Hendry Over the past week, more than 150 women, some of them former Olympic athletes, shared stories about how Nassar had abused them as children and teens, in training facilities, medical centers, and at times, in their own homes. Continue reading
Jan 24 Changes in FBI leadership follow criticism from Trump By Sadie Gurman, Associated Press WASHINGTON — FBI Director Christopher Wray is making changes to his senior leadership team, as President Donald Trump has continued to attack the bureau for perceived biases against him and has been calling for a shakeup at the top. Continue reading