A Medical School Tradition Comes Under Fire For Racism
A prominent medical school has pulled back from electing students for a sought-after honor society, saying the award reinforces racial bias in medical education.
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Special Counsel Reportedly Agrees To Accept Written Answers From Trump
After months of trying to get the president to be questioned about Russia in person, Robert Mueller's office has agreed to accept at least some written answers, according to The New York Times.
Chicago Police Officer Goes On Trial For Murder Of Black Teen
One protest chant has become a mantra after Laquan McDonald's death: "Sixteen shots and a cover-up." The case now embodies the massive distrust between communities of color and police in Chicago.
Population Doubles In North Dakota's Smallest Incorporated City
Ruso was on the verge of dissolving after the death of its longtime mayor. But it's rebounding, with expectations to double its population — from two residents to four.
Detroit Students Face Heat Wave, Elevated Metals In Drinking Water
Public school students in Detroit face a heat wave and non-working water fountains. Officials shut them off after recent testing discovered elevated levels of lead and copper.
Political Shocker: Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel Won't Seek Re-Election
Emanuel's decision comes as the trial of a police officer charged with the murder of a black teenager is about to begin, and as his city struggles with violent crime and a mountain of pension debt.
EPA Spent An Extra 2 Million Dollars To Give Scott Pruitt Security
The agency administrator's protective services detail expanded from six to 19 agents, but it never made a threat analysis to size up his security needs.
Lawyer For Homeless Man Says $400,000 Raised To Help Him Is Gone
Johnny Bobbitt claims he has only received $75,000 of the GoFundMe money raised to get him off the streets. The rest, he argues, has been mismanaged and spent by the couple who pledged to help him.
Kavanaugh Hearings, Day 1: Protesters Focus On Roe; Attempted Handshake Goes Viral
There were objections from Democrats, and protests inside and outside the hearing room. Also, a disputed moment between the father of a mass shooting victim and Trump's nominee quickly went viral.
Has Catholic Canon Law Aggravated The Clergy Abuse Crisis?
Critics say Catholic law favors secrecy over transparency and discourages bishops from punishing abusive priests. Increasingly, civil authorities are taking on these investigations.