Judge Recommends Firing The N.Y. Officer Involved In Eric Garner’s Death
A judge recommends the New York officer involved in Eric Garner’s death be terminated from his job. That’s according to reporting by WNYC’s Cindy Rodriguez.
With Jobs Numbers Like These, It’s Hard To See Why The Economy Is Slowing
The U.S. economy is slowing down but it keeps creating jobs at a healthy pace. Employers added 164,000 jobs last month — as analysts had projected — and the unemployment rate held steady at 3.7%.
Trump’s Judicial Legacy
President Trump has now appointed nearly one in four of all federal circuit court judges, cementing an important part of his legacy. The picks are far less diverse than his predecessor’s.
Charges Dropped Against Navy SEAL’s Commander
The Navy announced that all charges are being dropped against a SEAL commander in a case related to Eddie Gallagher.
As She Fought Mental Illness, She Found Love Along The Way
“There was absolutely no hope,” Amanda Farell said of her time spent in a state psychiatric ward. Today, she is happily married with a family and works to help others who struggle with mental illness.
America’s First Gun Violence Prevention Minister
NPR’s David Greene talks to the Rev. Deanna Hollas, who has been appointed gun violence prevention minister by the largest Presbyterian denomination in the United States.
New Universal Studios Theme Park
Universal Studios announced that it is building a new theme park called Epic Universe in Orlando.
Puerto Rico’s Governor To Resign With No Clear Successor
Puerto Rico’s governor will leave office on Friday afternoon. There’s uncertainty as to who will replace him.
Children’s Defense Fund Trains New Activists
The Children’s Defense Fund is training a new generation of activists in Tennessee. The summer enrichment programs are modeled after the Freedom Schools established during the civil rights movement.
Puerto Rico’s Governor Plans To Resign Friday, But No One Knows Who Will Replace Him
A power struggle within Puerto Rico’s ruling New Progressive Party has stalled the outgoing governor’s plans to name his successor.
Pentagon Pauses $10 Billion Cloud Contract After Months Of Controversy
New Defense Secretary Mark Esper will review the cloud computing contract, for which Amazon and Microsoft are finalists. President Trump has cited critics’ accusations of favoritism toward Amazon.
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