Inspector General Report Criticizes Hillary Clinton's Use Of Private Server
The State Department's independent watchdog criticizes Hillary Clinton's use of a personal email account and server for official business.
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Louisiana Moves To Extend Hate Crime Protection For Police Officers
The state of Louisiana is close to extending hate crime protection to police officers and other emergency responders. The so-called "Blue Lives Matter" bill is a response to a growing sentiment among many in law enforcement that they are under attack.
Nearly A Dozen States Sue U.S. Government Over Transgender Policies
The Obama administration has argued that gender identity is protected under federal law. The states say the government is overreaching.
11 States Sue Obama Administration Over Transgender Student Guidance
Texas and 10 other states are suing the Obama administration over its guidelines governing transgender students in schools.
In A Lawsuit, New York Accuses Domino's Pizza Of Wage Theft
It's the latest chapter in a long campaign against wage theft by New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman. His office has already recovered millions of dollars in wages for low-income workers.
Pa. Judge Rules Sexual Assault Case Against Bill Cosby May Go To Trial
Cosby, accused by dozens of women of sexual assault, is charged with 3 counts of aggravated indecent assault in a case involving an ex-Temple University employee, who says Cosby assaulted her in 2004.
Judge Says Sexual Assault Case Against Bill Cosby Can Go To Trial
A woman who says Cosby assaulted her 12 years ago did not appear in court, but parts of a statement she gave in 2005 was read aloud. A judge decided there was enough evidence to move the case forward.
Louisiana Poised To Expand Hate-Crime Law To Protect Police
Gov. John Bel Edwards is expected to sign the legislation, supported by so-called Blue Lives Matter advocates, which would allow additional penalties against people who target first responders.
The Hidden Discrimination In Criminal Risk-Assessment Scores
Courtrooms across the country are increasingly using a defendant's "risk assessment score" to help make decisions about bond, parole and sentencing. The companies behind these scores say they help predict whether a defendant will commit more crimes in the future. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Julia Angwin of ProPublica about a new investigation into risk assessment scores.
Bill Cosby Ordered To Stand Trial On Sexual Assault Charges
Comedian Bill Cosby has been ordered to stand trial on sexual assault charges in Pennsylvania, a judge ruled Tuesday. The case dates back to 2004 and if convicted, Cosby could face up to 10 years in prison.