Mark Kleiman, Who Fought to Lift Ban on Marijuana, Dies at 68
A sought-after drug policy expert, and often a maverick, he favored decriminalizing pot but remained wary of full-scale commercial legalization.
Late Ambulances, Leaking Roofs: Puerto Ricans on Why They Rose Up
As thousands protested in the streets, calling for the resignation of Gov. Ricardo A. Rosselló, Puerto Rican readers told us about the economic conditions fueling their anger at his leadership.
Automakers, Rejecting Trump Pollution Rule, Strike a Deal With California
Four of the world’s largest automakers, including the Ford Motor Company, have struck a deal with California to reduce tailpipe pollution.
California Today: Here’s What’s Next for the L.A. Music Tastemaker Jason Bentley
Thursday: The host of KCRW’s “Morning Becomes Eclectic” is stepping down. Also: Brown drinking water and a Getty wedding.
Texts, Sex, Lies and Corruption: Here’s What Has Forced Governors Out of Office
Ricardo A. Rosselló has resigned as governor of Puerto Rico. He’s not the only governor to make an ignominious exit from office.
When Entering the U.S. Was as Easy as Crossing a Street
The border between the U.S. and Mexico has long been marked by barriers. But they weren’t always about deterring immigration. Here’s how the modern border came to be, starting with the year 1848.
Your Thursday Briefing
Mueller Testimony, Ricardo Rosselló, ASAP Rocky: Here’s what you need to know.
2 Brothers, Same Crime. Why One Got Out First
A patchwork of attempts to roll back mass incarceration and harsh sentences for crack cocaine resulted in a reunion after 13 years.
Puerto Rico Governor Misread Anger Brewing Against Him
Ricardo Rosselló had a close circle of associates who shared advice and friendship. But critics said the Puerto Rico governor became too isolated from others.
Ad Tool Facebook Built to Fight Disinformation Doesn’t Work as Advertised
The social network’s new ad library is so flawed, researchers say, that it is effectively useless as a way to track political messaging.
Jeffrey Epstein, R. Kelly and a Change in How Prosecutors Look at Sexual Assault
The #MeToo movement is starting to shift attitudes within courts, prosecutors’ offices and, crucially, among victims.
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