Ohio State University Football Coach Placed On Administrative Leave
Urban Meyer, head football coach for Ohio State University placed on indefinite administrative leave while they investigate if he knew about an alleged 2015 domestic violence incident between one of his assistant coaches and their ex-wife. NPR’s Ailsa …
In Pennsylvania, Shadow Of Secrecy Lifting From Decades Of Abuse By Priests
Accused predators have been named. Confidentiality agreements with abuse survivors have been waived. And soon Pennsylvania courts will release a redacted report on more than 300 “predator priests.”
‘The Shallow State’: The Divide Between Trump’s Words And His Administration’s Policies
The divide between the president’s words and the policies carried out by his cabinet has been on full display this week on the Mueller investigation and Russian interference in the 2016 election.
New ‘Religious Liberty Task Force’ Highlights Sessions, DOJ Priorities
On Monday the Department of Justice announced the creation of a Religious Liberty Task Force. NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with Emma Green, The Atlantic reporter, about the Trump administration’s legal emphasis on religious liberty.
California Heads For Showdown With Trump EPA Over Fuel-Efficiency Standards
The Trump administration announced plans Thursday to freeze fuel-efficiency standards on cars and trucks by 2020. They argue the move will keep car prices lower and improve safety.
In The Wake Of Charlottesville, Journalist Begins ‘Documenting Hate’ In America
A.C. Thompson warns that white power groups in the U.S. increasingly view themselves as paramilitary organizations. His reporting is featured in a new FRONTLINE and ProPublica investigation.
Ivanka Trump: Family Separations Were A ‘Low Point’
The president’s daughter said she’s “vehemently against” separating families, while adding that she’s concerned about policies that encourage parents to send children on dangerous journeys.
White House Proposal Rolls Back Fuel Economy Standards, No Exception For California
Government agencies have released a proposal to freeze fuel economy and emissions requirements for six years. The proposed rules would also block California from setting its own, higher standards.
Solving The ‘Wage Puzzle’: Why Aren’t Paychecks Growing?
The job market is booming and the economy is expanding. So why aren’t wages keeping pace? That’s the wage puzzle, and some economists and employers offer explanations they say help explain it.
New Law In Idaho Targets Slow Drivers
It’s now against the law in Idaho to drive too slowly. Since the law passed last month, at least two drivers have been cited for creeping along in the passing lane.
California’s Gov. Brown: Wildfires Are Evidence Of Changing Climate ‘In Real Time’
According to Cal Fire, firefighters are battling 19 major blazes in the state, as Gov. Jerry Brown says it has become an unfortunate “part of our ordinary experience.”
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