Louisiana hasn't executed anyone since 2010. That could change with new law
A new Louisiana law expands execution methods, raising the possibility that the state could hold its first execution in more than a decade.
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A conservative Oregon county attempts criminal prosecution of a federal employee
A U.S. Forest Service burn boss was due in court on charges stemming from a controlled burn that spread onto private land in 2022. His attorneys are trying to move the case to federal court.
How Easter Monday at Smithsonian National Zoo became a tradition for Black families
We take a look at the history of Easter Monday at the Smithsonian National Zoo and how it became a tradition for Black families in Washington, D.C.
Three presidents and not a necktie in sight. Are ties out of fashion?
Prompted by a recent photo of three U.S. presidents in suits without neckwear, fashion historian Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell details about how popular ties are — or aren't.
A government proposal to kill a half-million owls sparks controversy
A U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposal to kill some 470,000 owls over 30 years to protect other owl species has prompted conservationists and animal welfare advocates to weigh the consequences.
Dairy cows test positive for bird flu, but officials say risk to public is low
Bird flu has been detected in cattle in several states. Its believed to be the first time the disease has infected dairy cows.
Bill Kristol on Democrats' hopes to win over Republicans reluctant to vote for Trump
Democrats are trying to win over Republican voters reluctant to vote for former President Donald Trump in 2024. Conservative writer Bill Kristol joins the program to see if the effort will resonate.
Half a million California workers will get $20 minimum wage, starting today
It's a big win for cooks, cashiers and other fast-food employees, among the least paid in the workforce. Restaurant owners and franchisees warn of higher prices and cuts to workers' hours.
Dali cargo ship crew are still stuck in the Baltimore Harbor. How are they doing?
The executive director of the Baltimore International Seafarers' Center provides insight into how crew members still aboard the Dali, and several other ships stuck in the Baltimore Harbor are faring.
Some Nebraska manufacturers provide training to migrants to address labor shortage
Some manufacturers in Nebraska seek to address labor shortages by providing training for newly arrived migrants and refugees in their native language.