How Bernice Sandler, ‘Godmother Of Title IX,’ Achieved Landmark Discrimination Ban
Bernice Sandler died Saturday at the age of 90. She once told NPR she beams with pride at seeing female athletes walk “with their heads up and feeling like, ‘Yeah, I can handle this world.’ “
Judge Dismisses Ashley Judd’s Sexual Harassment Claim Against Weinstein
While he ruled out Judd’s harassment claim, a federal judge also gave the OK to part of her lawsuit in which the actress claims Weinstein blackballed her out of spite.
6 Boxes Of Files Related To Mumia Abu-Jamal Case Found In Philadelphia Storage Room
Abu-Jamal was convicted of killing a police officer in a racially charged case 30 years ago. The assistant district attorney said her office is reviewing the boxes.
Hurdles Remain As The Final Countdown Begins For The 2020 Census
The upcoming head count of every person living in the U.S. will reset how power and money are shared through 2030. But the citizenship question and other controversies may derail preparations.
Shutdown Shutters Many D.C. Tourist Attractions — But Not The One In Trump’s Hotel
Unlike other National Park Service properties, the clock tower above the Trump International Hotel is open and staffed by park rangers. Government officials insist the arrangement is above board.
Border Patrol Professionals Weigh In On What’s Needed: Wall Or Fence
President Trump visits the border in Texas to highlight security needs. In San Diego, hundreds of Customs and Border Protection agents echo the same line: the fence is not secure and a wall is needed.
What A Case Of Mistaken Identity Tells Us About Race In America
Reports that a white shooter killed a 7-year-old black girl led to a national outcry, but in the days since, deputies have charged two black men. Gene Demby spoke about what this incident reveals.
Federal Judge Proposes Restrictions On Unsafe PG&E Power Lines
PG&E is under fire from many fronts as it faces the possibility of being found responsible for massive California wildfires the past two years.
Note To Lottery Winners: Don’t Tell Roommates You Won $10 million
Authorities have arrested a California man who they say stole his roommate’s winning lottery ticket by swapping the real thing with a dud while the alleged victim slept.
Wildlife Refuges To Open Despite Federal Shutdown
Furloughed staff will return to 38 protected sites around the country. Critics are panning the move as a way to avoid bad optics during the political tussle.
Thousands Of Pounds Of Chicken Tenders Spill Onto Alabama Highway After Crash
What happens when a truckload of frozen chicken tenders spills across an Alabama highway? Madness.
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