Officials In Hawaii Hand Out Thousands Of Masks As Kilauea Spews More Ash
County officials have distributed about 2,000 N95 masks as they warn that ash fallout is the biggest health concern for residents.
50 States And No Black Governors, But That Could Change In 2018
Only two black governors have ever been elected in the United States. But in 2018, more than half a dozen African-Americans are running in gubernatorial races.
Sessions Moves To Curb Immigration Judges’ Authority
The attorney general orders an end to a legal procedure used by judges to delay decisions in certain immigration cases, which he says has no legal basis. Critics say the move will impede due process.
Judge To Decide Fate Of Civil Lawsuit Alleging Trump Campaign Colluded With Russia
A federal judge heard arguments from three plaintiffs, who are suing the Trump campaign and Trump ally Roger Stone, about the alleged conspiracy. Stone and the campaign have denied any wrongdoing.
A Pregnant Rhino In California Could Save A Related Subspecies
Researchers announced Thursday that they impregnated “Victoria” through artificial insemination. It is a step toward saving the critically endangered northern white rhino.
Army ‘Leans In’ To Protect A Shooter’s Brain From Blast Injury
The Army tells NPR of plans to monitor blast exposure across a military career, to enforce limits on firing certain weapons, and to even look into whether special helmets could help stop blast waves.
Frozen Food Fan? As Sales Rise, Studies Show Frozen Produce Is As Healthy As Fresh
The uptick is new after a multi-year sales slump. Among the benefits of frozen produce: it packs as much nutrition as fresh, but with less waste if you don’t eat it right away.
California To Require All New Homes To Have Solar Panels Starting In 2020
There will be intended and unintended consequences: lower emissions statewide, lower energy bills and more solar jobs. But the requirement means more expensive homes and may not have as big of an impact as desired.
While He Stays Silent, Others Have Tried To Define Robert Mueller’s Persona
Robert Mueller is the least-known high profile public figure in Washington, D.C. So in the year of his investigation he has been defined by others: tarred as a Deep State conspirator, held up as an avenging angel and made the subject of quite a few fun…
House Republicans Agitating For Immigration Fight
A growing number of House Republicans want to force votes on immigration legislation this summer despite opposition from GOP leaders, including Speaker Paul Ryan and Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy.
Washington Politics Adding To Mental Health Crisis Among Farmers
Suicide rates among farmers are higher than any other profession in the United States, even exceeding the suicide rate for veterans.
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