Oscars Drops ‘Popular Film’ Category
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has dropped the widely criticized new award it introduced less than a month ago, saying the idea needs “further study.”
Oregon Attorneys Are Challenging Some The State’s Juvenile Sentencing Laws
A case going before the Oregon Court of Appeals on Friday argues that the state’s sentencing laws for juveniles violates the U.S. Constitution and a 2012 Supreme Court ruling.
Oregon Attorneys Argue State’s Juvenile Sentencing Laws Are Unconstitutional
A case going before the Oregon Court of Appeals on Friday argues that the state’s sentencing laws for juveniles violates the U.S. Constitution and a 2012 Supreme Court ruling.
More Than 1,500 Animals Seized In Dog And Cockfighting Operations At A Wisconsin Home
The dogs and birds were “living in deplorable conditions,” the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office said. Agents also found methamphetamine and marijuana at the residence.
ACLU Launches Search In Guatemala For Parents Who Were Deported Without Children
The ACLU and other groups are scouring Guatemala to track down parents who were separated from their children in the United States and deported back home without them.
How President Trump Interacts With The Black Community
NPR examined President Trump’s tweets this summer to get a sense of how he talks about African-Americans. This is what we found.
Clashes Between Senators Continue During Hearings For Judge Brett Kavanaugh
Democrats were back to raising questions about the process related to the Supreme Court nomination of Brett Kavanaugh on Thursday. Democratic senators flouted the GOP majority by releasing “committee confidential” emails involving Kavanaugh.
New York, New Jersey Investigating Sex Abuse And Cover-Ups By Clergy
The attorneys general for both states have launched active investigations into abuse allegations. Last month, a grand jury report from Pennsylvania detailed abuse by more than 300 Catholic priests.
Senate Democrats Defend Their Release Of Documents Concerning Judge Brett Kavanaugh
Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation hearing grew contentious on Thursday. NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., about his decision to release Kavanaugh’s emails.
Trump Administration Proposes Regulations To Put Migrant Children In Detention Indefinitely
The Trump administration is proposing to replace a court agreement that limits how long it can hold children in immigration detention. Immigrants rights activists say they’ll fight the proposed changes in court.
In Trump Era, Frustrated Democrats Are Asking, ‘Where Is Obama?’
Since he left the White House, former President Obama has followed the traditional path: stay quiet, and don’t challenge your successor. But frustrated Democrats say these are not normal times and want Obama to be more outspoken.
Recent Comments