New Orleans Shifts Away From Symbols Of Old South
The City Council votes to remove four prominent Confederate monuments. The decision comes after four decades of work by activists — and months of heated debate.
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Privacy Advocates Sound Alarm On Cybersecurity Provision In Spending Bill
One of the provisions attached to the $1.1 trillion spending bill allows companies to share their customers' data with other companies and the government. Backers of the measure say it will help fight cyber attacks. But privacy advocates argue it will give the government easy access to Americans' personal information and does little to stop cyber crimes.
In The Maine Woods, A Towering Giant Could Help Save Chestnuts
Hardly anyone roasts American chestnuts over an open fire anymore: A blight all but wiped out the trees they grow on. Now the discovery of a soaring survivor could aid efforts to breed a hardier tree.
Winners And Losers Tucked Inside The Spending And Taxing Bills
Conservatives don't like the price tag and liberals don't like the priorities. Still, Congress is making quick progress on a massive legislative push affecting government spending and business taxes.
Charges Brought Against Man Who Bought Guns Used In San Bernardino Attack
Enrique Marquez purchased the assault-style rifles used on Dec. 2. He and Syed Farook had planned a different attack in 2011 and 2012, which they never carried out, officials say.
Pharmaceutical CEO Martin Shkreli Arrested On Securities Fraud Charges
The young man who caused a huge controversy by trying to jack up the price of a life-saving drug is in the news again. Martin Shkreli was arrested Thursday morning on charges of securities fraud.
Sanders Passes 2 Million Donations, Nabs Two Endorsements
"We can run a strong and we believe winning campaign without a super PAC, without contributions from millionaires and billionaires," Sen. Bernie Sanders said.
After Terror Attacks, U.S. Immigration Policy Is Scrutinized
The attacks ramped up discussions of how to balance letting people in, while maintaining security. David Greene talks to Doris Meissner, ex-commissioner of the Immigration and Naturalization Service.
State Report Finds Pattern Of Abuse At A Northern California Prison
A new study finds a pattern of guards abusing inmates at remote High Desert State Prison. That includes a "culture of racism" and mistreating inmates with disabilities.
Learning Soft Skills In Childhood Can Prevent Harder Problems Later
There's more to learn at school than reading and math. Teaching kids to control their emotions, solve problems and work well with others can help them succeed as teens and adults.