Texas Gunman: From Small-Time Troublemaker to Mass Killer
The man who sprayed gunfire across West Texas on Saturday lived a kind of drifter’s life, fighting to stay employed amid workplace disputes and clashes with the law.
Faced With Criticism, Trump Administration Reverses Abrupt End to Humanitarian Relief
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services said it was reviewing a scaled back “deferred action” program to allow some migrants facing medical crises to stay in the country.
Hurricane Dorian: Airport Closures and Cancellations Multiply
With the storm’s path uncertain, almost 600 flights have been canceled and airlines and hotels are waiving fees in a widening area.
2020 Democrats Demand Gun Control, but Differ on Tactics
Joe Biden said there was no room for compromise with congressional Republicans, while Elizabeth Warren sounded more open to it and wanted a broad solution to gun violence.
Hurricane Dorian Updates: 5 Dead in Bahamas as Lashing Continues
The Category 3 storm came to a standstill as it pummeled the Bahamas. It is expected to move “dangerously close” to the Florida coast Tuesday night.
Haunting Distress Calls as Fire Engulfs Scuba Boat; 25 Are Reported Dead
Five crew members were rescued, but the Coast Guard said the passengers were believed to have been asleep below deck.
California University Steps In to Save Beloved Webcam
The San Francisco FogCam, believed to be the longest-running public webcam, was supposed to be turned off at the end of August. It has been running since 1994.
Does Joe Biden Want to Be Doing This?
On certain days, Biden 2020 can feel more like a dutiful slog than the last march of a happy warrior.
Blackbeard’s Ship Heads to Supreme Court in a Battle Over Another Sort of Piracy
The justices will decide whether an underwater videographer can sue North Carolina for posting his images of the wreckage of a sunken pirate ship.
With Crowdfunding, Game Inventors Advance to Go
Crowdfunding platforms give entrepreneurs the opportunity to introduce their games to backers, while retailers and toymakers are often waiting in the wings.
On the Job, 24 Hours a Day, 27 Days a Month
A home health aide for a 77-year-old man serves as social worker, diaper changer, dietitian, day planner, warden and more — all at dismal wages.
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