Oct 07 Drug inmates with long line of offenses among those freed early By Eric Tucker, Associated Press Drug criminals once described by prosecutors as unrepentant repeat offenders are among those poised to benefit from new sentencing guidelines that are shrinking punishments for thousands of federal prisoners. Continue reading
Oct 07 Lacking political clout in D.C., Volkswagen braces for Congress By Michael Biesecker, Associated Press WASHINGTON — For the first time, Volkswagen Group of America President and CEO Michael Horn will appear before a congressional investigative committee this week. He, and the company, will bring little Washington political clout to the table. Continue reading
Oct 06 Watch 7:01 Why divisive Donald Trump still appeals to voters By PBS News Hour What's driving strong support for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump? Political director Lisa Desjardins talks with Judy Woodruff about what’s kept anti-establishment Trump at the top of the field. Continue watching
Oct 06 Watch 7:08 Ann Romney on her battle with multiple sclerosis and the race for the White House By PBS News Hour Ann Romney, wife of former governor and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, had what appeared to be the perfect life. In her new memoir, "In This Together: My Story," she writes about what it was like grappling her identity after… Continue watching
Oct 06 Watch 5:17 Justice Department aims to release 6,000 nonviolent drug offenders from prison By PBS News Hour The Justice Department announced a plan for the largest ever one-time release of federal prisoners. Jeffrey Brown speaks to Maurice Chammah of The Marshall Project about the decision to set free some 6,000 inmates, part of a broader push to… Continue watching
Oct 06 Watch 4:14 News Wrap: Russian violation of Turkish air space 'unacceptable,' says NATO chief By PBS News Hour In our news wrap Tuesday, the head of NATO rejected Russia's claim that its planes twice accidentally strayed into Turkey while on bombing runs in Syria, calling the actions "unacceptable." Also, at a meeting of European officials in Brussels. Turkey… Continue watching
Oct 06 Watch 6:00 Why 'Over the Rainbow' takes us to a magical, musical place By PBS News Hour What makes the song "Over the Rainbow" an indelible classic? Jeffrey Brown talks to composer and musician Rob Kapilow, who helps explain why we love the story of a girl caught yearning for both home and adventure. Continue watching
Oct 06 Watch 2:28 As the death toll rises, South Carolina warns of more flooding to come By PBS News Hour The rain has stopped, but South Carolina's flood disaster is still gripping the state. Some towns are being inundated a second time, as runoff water from upstream heads for the coast. Gov. Nikki Haley warned that even as areas start… Continue watching
Oct 06 Watch 54:32 PBS NewsHour full episode October 6, 2015 By PBS News Hour Tuesday on the NewsHour, South Carolina assesses flood damage and warn of danger to come. Also: The top U.S. commander in Afghanistan comes under fire for a mistaken airstrike, the Justice Department plans early releases for 6,000 inmates, Ann Romney… Continue watching
Oct 06 FAA proposes nearly $2 million fine against drone operator By Joan Lowy, Associated Press The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday proposed a record $1.9 million fine against an aerial photography company for flying drones in crowded New York and Chicago airspace without permission. Continue reading