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Hiring slowed in April. The U.S. economy added 175,000 jobs
April's job growth was down from the previous month, according to a new Labor Department report. The unemployment rate rose slightly, from 3.8% to 3.9%, but remains low by historical standards.
Morning news brief
More classified documents are found at Biden's Delaware residence. California is about to see even more rain. And, how to be healthier if you sit at a desk all day.
Marjorie Taylor Greene is taking a new approach to Washington
by Stephen Fowler
Far-right Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is changing her tone and trying to remake her image.
President Biden delivered a sermon at MLK's church
President Biden spoke about his administration's work on civil rights during a sermon at Ebenezer Baptist Church ahead of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. day.
A Texas nonprofit is helping low-income people with car repairs
Car trouble can set off a financial crisis for low-income people. In Dallas, a small nonprofit is trying to help, one car repair at a time.
Armored vehicle pledge to Ukraine marks a change in the war with Russia
The U.S., France and Germany have recently announced plans to send armored fighting vehicles to Ukraine. The Western-designed weapons are an upgrade, but they're not the tanks that Ukraine wants.
Alabama's governor issues a state of emergency for counties hit by tornadoes
by Kyle Gassiott
Deadly storms hit Alabama before the start of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend. A tornado caused much damage in city of Selma, which played a pivotal role in the civil rights movement.
The GOP-controlled House will first take up legislation indicating its priorities
With the House finally seated after a week of drama, the legislative agenda is set to fulfill several GOP campaign promises to oppose abortion, investigate Democrats and target IRS funding.
Open enrollment for ACA insurance has already had a record year for sign-ups
by Selena Simmons-Duffin
Nearly 16 million people have already signed up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. There are still three more days to sign up. (Story aired on ATC on Jan. 12, 2023.)
Why 2 Seattle area school districts are suing 5 social media companies
by Eilís O'Neill
The school districts allege that the companies' practices have led to increased anxiety, depression, eating disorders and bullying among children.
The public was slow to learn that Biden's lawyers returned old classified documents
by Tamara Keith
President Biden's lawyers were quick to turn over classified documents they found in his home and an office. But they were slow to tell the public what had happened. We look at the political fallout.
A special counsel will probe documents found at Biden's home and private office
Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed special counsel Robert Hur, who will take charge of an investigation of classified documents found at President Biden's home and private office.