Top House Democrat Requests Probe Into How FBI Source’s Name Was Leaked
Rep. Jerrold Nadler has written officials at the Justice Department and the FBI to request they launch a criminal investigation into how a confidential informant’s name made its way to the media.
Queens, N.Y., Residents Fight 3rd Homeless Shelter In Their Neighborhood
The new shelter in Blissville, Queens, will be one of 90 that Mayor Bill de Blasio plans to open in New York over the next year in an effort to reform the city’s homeless shelter system.
Legendary Boxer Jack Johnson Gets Pardon, 105 Years After Baseless Conviction
The black world heavyweight champion was convicted of a crime in 1913 for traveling with a white girlfriend. President Trump issued a rare posthumous pardon after an appeal from Sylvester Stallone.
Former U.S. Diplomat To North Korea Reacts To Cancellation Of Summit
NPR’ Audie Cornish speaks with Amb. Joseph DeTrani, former State Department special envoy for negotiations with North Korea, about the fallout from the cancellation of the U.S.- North Korea summit.
Santa Fe, Texas Shooting Takes Toll On Area’s Chief Medical Examiner
The Santa Fe High School shooting in Texas affected people in profound ways — particularly the first responders and others who rushed to the scene, including Galveston County’s chief medical examiner.
Trump Administration Considers Steep Tariffs Against Foreign Automakers
The president has suggested this will be good for U.S. autoworkers, but economists and industry executives warn the move could spark a destructive trade war that would hurt all countries involved.
Hawaii Officials Send Different Messages For Residents And Tourists About Active Volcano
Hawaii officials continue to warn the public about dangers from the active volcano on the Big Island, including the lava flowing toward a power plant. In the meantime, they are trying to reassure possible visitors that the tourism opportunities have no…
Restaurateur Mildred ‘Mama Dip’ Council Dies At 89
Restaurateur and cookbook author Mildred “Mama Dip” Council has died in Chapel Hill at the age of 89. For more than four decades, people have made pilgrimages to her restaurant, Mama Dip’s Kitchen, to taste good, simple food and sometimes find surprise…
McConnell Says He Supports Mueller Investigation
The Senate GOP leader told NPR in an interview that nothing he heard in a secret briefing changed his mind about the integrity of the Russia and Justice Department probes. “I support both,” he said.
Women Accuse Morgan Freeman Of Harassment, Inappropriate Behavior, CNN Reports
Eight people told CNN that they were victims of harassment or inappropriate behavior by Freeman, and eight others said they had witnessed such conduct by the Oscar-winning actor.
After 16 Months, Trump Names An Ambassador To South Korea
Adm. Harry Harris is the head of the U.S. Pacific Command and is known for his hawkish views on North Korea and China. His nomination comes amid the ongoing drama on the Korean Peninsula.
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