Black Louisiana Lawmakers Confront Governor Edwards Over Deadly Arrest
Governor John Bel Edwards met with the state's Legislative Black Caucus to address a report saying he knew the true circumstances behind Ronald Greene's death.
States Encouraged to Implement Speed Cameras as Road Fatalities Keep Rising
While the Department of Transportation has promoted the use of speed cameras, several states and cities have had problems with them.
Man Who Killed 4-Year-Old as Teen Released, Barred From Living in Hometown
Eric M. Smith, who was convicted of killing and sexually abusing a 4-year-old boy when he was 13, was released on parole Tuesday.
After U.S. Pressure, Israel Punishes Officers in Palestinian-American Death
Israel's military said it would remove two commanders from their positions and reprimand a third after investigating a Palestinian-American man's death.
Tesla Recalls Nearly 54K Vehicles That May Disregard Stop Signs
Tesla recalled vehicles with a "rolling stop" feature that would allow cars to drive through intersections with all-way stop signs without completely stopping.
Michael Avenatti Won't Testify, Says Prosecutors Haven't Proven Their Case
Avenatti is accused of using nearly $300,000 of adult film star Stormy Daniels' tell-all "Full Disclosure" for payroll and personal expenses.
Wake Forest Cancels Classes, About 6,500 Evacuated After Plant Catches Fire
Authorities are still working to put out a fire at Winston Weaver Company's fertilizer plant that started Monday evening, evacuating everyone nearby.
College President Points to Study to Show Students Not Being Indoctrinated
The University of Idaho's president said a $500,000 budget cut to remove "social justice programming" was unsubstantiated and based on a "false narrative."
Carole Baskin in Courtroom as Joe Exotic's Sentence Reduced By a Year
Shortly before the resentencing, Baskin read a victim statement saying she believed Joe Exotic would try to harm her if he was released from prison.
City's New 'F!' Logo Criticized by Residents Saying It Sends Wrong Message
"It's really impressive y'all made a decision so bad that people of all political beliefs can actually agree how awful it is," wrote one commenter.
Police Accused of Trying to Help Boris Johnson Keep Job After 'Partygate'
The Metropolitan Police asked for the Sue Gray report to include "minimal reference" to events it is currently investigating, prompting backlash.
People Rescued From Bus by Human Chain After Pittsburgh Bridge Collapses
Ten people were injured but no deaths have been reported so far. Three people needed to be taken to nearby hospitals.
2 Suspects in Death of 8-Year-Old in Chicago Ordered Held Without Bond
Assistant State's Attorney James Murphy said one suspect had been on juvenile probation after pleading guilty to carjackings and possession of a stolen vehicle.
Pete Buttigieg Outlines Plan to Tackle Traffic Deaths as Increase Expected
The Transportation Department announced a National Roadway Safety Strategy to help curb an increase in traffic deaths since the pandemic started.
Voting Machine Company Calls Wisconsin Election Probe 'Fishing Expedition'
An attorney in the state has also subpoenaed the mayors of five cities, an immigrant rights group and a top election official in connection to the probe.
No Foul Play in Death of Teen Found Inside Gym Mat at School: Sheriff
The family remains unconvinced, indignation spurred by the results of the second of three autopsies and what they're calling a "cover-up."
Florida Man Without Criminal History Jailed After Mistaken for Someone Else
A 26-year-old cook has the same name and age as a man who alleged violated his probation on charges of grand theft and burglary.
DAs Chastise Gov. Jared Polis for Rogel Aguilera-Mederos' Commuted Sentence
Two district attorneys wrote to Jared Polis, calling his commutation of Rogel Aguilera-Mederos' sentence "unprecedented, premature and unwarranted."
Army Only Military Branch That Hasn't Discharged Members Over COVID Vaccine
While the Army recently relieved some active-duty commanders for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine, no one has been formally discharged yet.
Man Exonerated After Victim Recants Story Eligible for $900K from Kansas
A man who was wrongfully convicted of sex crimes and imprisoned for more than 13 years could receive over $887,000 in compensation.
Vatican Defends Benedict XVI By Citing History of Helping Sex Abuse Victims
A Vatican communications official wrote an editorial in response to a report saying Pope Benedict XVI mishandled four sex abuse cases in the 1970s and 1980s.
1 Body Recovered, 38 Still Missing After Boat Capsizes Off Florida Coast
The U.S. Coast Guard said a "good Samaritan" saved a man clinging to a capsized vessel near Florida's Fort Pierce Inlet on Tuesday morning.
France Makes 'Converting' LGBTQ People to Heterosexuality Criminal Offense
On Tuesday, France became the latest country to ban conversion therapy, making the practice punishable by fines and prison time.
MO Businesses Worried GOP Lawmakers Will Remove Choice for Vaccine Mandate
A group of Missouri businesses expressed concern over bills lawmakers are weighing that could ban them from imposing COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
COVID Vaccine Mandate Not Impacting Retention Rates for National Guard
"We believe that it is because of the impact that our service members have made during this COVID pandemic," Army Brigadier General Isabel Rivera Smith said.
Arizona Lifts Substitute Teachers Cap Amid Pressure From School Districts
The state Board of Education voted to remove some regulations on substitute teaching to allow them to stay longer as the shortage continues.
Some NY Schools Lift Mask Mandates After Judge Overrule, Despite Appeal
After a New York judge struck down the governor's mask mandate and the education department took steps to appeal, schools were left confused on how to proceed.
Wisconsin Lawmakers Push Bill to Give Jail Time for Attending Riot
The bill says a riot is any event, including an "unlawful assembly" and act or threat of violence, "committed by at least one person."
Activist Gets 5-Minute Trial, Sentenced to Prison and 70 Lashes: Husband
"One by one, the Iranian authorities are trying to silence the voices of dissent in Iran, through imprisonment, torture and even death," Hadi Ghaemi said.
Nikolas Cruz's Instagram Will Be Shown to Jurors At Penalty Trial
Because Parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz's Instagram posts were public, a judge ruled the prosecution can use them in his February penalty trial.