Tom Wolfe, Author Of ‘Bonfire Of The Vanities,’ Dies
Best-selling author Tom Wolfe, one of the pioneers of what came to be called “the new journalism,” died at a hospital in New York.
Nike Sees Executive Departures In Harassment Reckoning
Some former Nike employees say a jock mentality that celebrated athletics also encouraged bullying and the departure of talented women.
If SNAP Changes, More Work Would Be Required For Food Assistance
Lawmakers disagree over money for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — what used to be called food stamps. House Republicans want to expand work requirements for those receiving assistance.
Louisiana Wants To Use The Muddy Mississippi To Build Up Its Coast
Louisiana has big plans to redirect parts of the Mississippi River to build up its shrinking coast. New research suggests it won’t help nearly enough.
Nanny Gets Life Without Parole In 2012 Stabbing Deaths Of 2 Children
Yoselyn Ortega, 55, wept as she spoke to the court at her sentencing. She was convicted in the 2012 stabbing deaths of 2-year-old Leo and 6-year-old Lucian Krim.
Trump Administration Doubles Worksite Investigations To Combat Illegal Immigration
The administration has plans to greatly expand investigations and audits of businesses suspected of employing illegal immigrants.
Religion A Large Presence As U.S. Embassy Opens In Jerusalem
The U.S. selected two evangelical Christians to offer prayers at a ceremony opening its new embassy in Jerusalem. One of the pastors, Robert Jeffress, is known for dismissing other faiths.
First Lady Melania Trump Underwent Medical Procedure To Treat Kidney Condition
First Lady Melania Trump underwent an operation Monday at a military hospital just outside of Washington, D.C. Her office said it was to treat a benign kidney condition.
Charge Dropped In Case of Missouri Governor, But Prosecutors Plan To Refile
Jury selection was in its third day in the felony invasion-of-privacy case against Eric Greitens when the trial was halted. But officials said they would pursue the case using a special prosecutor.
Fatal Pedestrian Crashes Increasingly Involve SUVs, Study Finds
Pedestrian deaths have spiked in the U.S. since 2010. SUVs have surged in popularity, but their design can be especially deadly for those on foot.
White House Adviser Jared Kushner Pushes Prison Reform Bill Forward
White House adviser Jared Kushner is pushing a bill that would make programming available to federal prisoners and ease a path for some to win early release. Though some advocates say it’s not enough.
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