Dec 13 Boy Scouts exploring ‘all options’ to address fiscal woes By David Crary, Associated Press The Boy Scouts of America is declining to confirm or deny a report that it may seek bankruptcy protection in the face of declining membership and sex-abuse litigation. Continue reading
Oct 11 Watch 4:58 Looking for ways to grow, Boy Scouts will invite girls to join By PBS News Hour Continue watching
Oct 11 The Boy Scouts say they will now admit girls. Here’s what that means. By Alison Thoet Here’s what we know about the decision -- and what it means for scouting. Continue reading
Aug 02 Watch 4:58 News Wrap: Trump signs Russia sanctions bill, calling it ‘seriously flawed’ By PBS News Hour In the our news wrap Wednesday, President Trump signed a bill imposing new sanctions on Russia, but made clear his distaste for the legislation. Also, the White House is knocking down reports that the Justice Department is considering lawsuits against… Continue watching
Jul 26 WATCH: President Trump speaks at American Legion meeting By Joshua Barajas President Donald Trump will address the American Legion Boys Nation and the American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation at 3 p.m. EDT Wednesday. Watch the president's remarks here. Continue reading
Jul 24 WATCH: Trump stresses loyalty at national Boy Scout event By Associated Press More than 40,000 Scouts, leaders and volunteers are at the 10-day event, typically held every four years. Continue reading
Jul 28 Watch 4:45 What dropping the ban on gay leaders means for the Boy Scouts By PBS News Hour Last night, the Boy Scouts of America voted to end a ban on leaders who are openly gay. The policy would allow exceptions for church-sponsored scout units, but several religious organizations are either apprehensive or in opposition. Gwen Ifill discusses… Continue watching
Apr 05 New York Boy Scouts hires first openly gay summer camp leader By Rebecca Lee The New York chapter of the Boy Scouts of America has hired its first openly gay summer camp leader, the organization announced Thursday. Continue reading
May 22 Boy Scouts to name Robert Gates the new president By Diane Jeanty Boy Scouts of America is expected to formally confirm former defense secretary Robert Gates as the new president Thursday. Continue reading