• House GOP pushes forward with Hunter Biden probe despite thin majority

    House GOP pushes forward with Hunter Biden probe despite thin majority

    Nov 19, 2022 10:15 PM EDT

    ... Inside the White House, the counsel's office added staff months ago and beefed up its communication efforts, and staff members have been deep into researching and preparing for the onslaught. They've worked to try to identify their own vulnerabilities and plan effective responses. But anything the House seeks ...

  • Leaked Supreme Court opinion on abortion sends shockwaves across the nation

    Leaked Supreme Court opinion on abortion sends shockwaves across the nation

    May 03, 2022 10:55 PM EDT

    John Yang: This follows a "Politico" report that the justices are poised to overturn the right to abortion that the court established nearly a half-century ago. As President Biden departed for a planned trip to Alabama, he said that outcome could have wide-reaching implications beyond abortion. President Joe ...

  • Bishops urged to listen as they consider Communion document

    Bishops urged to listen as they consider Communion document

    Nov 16, 2021 08:05 PM EDT

    Summarizing reactions of lay people and religious order members on the council, he said Communion should not “be a tool for division” or used for partisan purposes. He added that bishops must determine who their main audience is for the teaching, and to consider simplifying the document. The gathering is ...

  • In rural Massachusetts, racial injustice persists despite big BLM turnout

    In rural Massachusetts, racial injustice persists despite big BLM turnout

    Sep 26, 2020 10:41 PM EDT

    Dennis Powell: This young lady who had graduated top of her teaching class had been substituting. She applied for a teaching position that opened up. But they gave the position to a white male, 'cause he had ten years' experience. And we said, "No, Affirmative Action is not based on ...

  • WATCH: Ginsburg's legacy and what's ahead for the Supreme Court

    WATCH: Ginsburg's legacy and what's ahead for the Supreme Court

    Sep 22, 2020 11:48 AM EDT

    https://youtu.be/S28-POQeMN0 Ginsburg was one of only nine women in her class at Harvard Law, and spent her final year at Columbia after moving to New York City for her husband, Marty’s, job. While in law school, Ginsburg also cared for her daughter, Jane, and did ...

  • Puerto Rico halts primary voting in centers lacking ballots

    Puerto Rico halts primary voting in centers lacking ballots

    Aug 10, 2020 04:21 PM EDT

    ... American Civil Liberties Union. The situation infuriated voters and politicians of all stripes as they blamed Puerto Rico’s elections commission and demanded an explanation for ballots reaching only a handful of voting centers by the afternoon. “This is indignant, abusive and an attempt against the democracy of our country ...

  • News Wrap: DOJ says hackers targeting U.S. vaccine research

    News Wrap: DOJ says hackers targeting U.S. vaccine research

    Jul 21, 2020 10:45 PM EDT

    In our news wrap Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Justice charged that hackers working with China have targeted U.S. firms researching a vaccine for COVID-19. Two Chinese nationals were indicted as part of a broader scheme that also involved stealing weapon designs and drug information. Also, the ...

  • 4 Chicago officers fired for Laquan McDonald shooting cover-up

    4 Chicago officers fired for Laquan McDonald shooting cover-up

    Jul 19, 2019 01:09 PM EDT

    ... Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez, was ousted by voters. Many believe Emanuel decided against running for a third term because of the case. It also led to a U.S. Justice Department investigation that found a "pervasive cover-up culture" and prompted plans for far-reaching police reforms.

  • Jury convicts Chicago officer of 2nd-degree murder in shooting of Laquan McDonald

    Jury convicts Chicago officer of 2nd-degree murder in shooting of Laquan McDonald

    Oct 05, 2018 07:15 PM EDT

    ... s top prosecutor both lost their jobs — one fired by the mayor and the other ousted by voters. It also led to a U.S. Justice Department investigation that found a "pervasive cover-up culture" and prompted plans for far-reaching police reforms. A week before jury selection, Mayor Rahm ...

  • What made Justice Anthony Kennedy an influential voice

    What made Justice Anthony Kennedy an influential voice

    Jun 27, 2018 10:50 PM EDT

    Writing that it had been "the greatest honor and privilege" to serve, Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy announced his retirement hours after the court wrapped up its latest term. Kennedy's decision gives President Trump a chance to nominate another conservative, setting the stage for a Senate battle royale. Marcia ...