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Biden’s 2020 opening? Dem field missing foreign policy hand
Former Vice President Joe Biden is seizing on that opening to position himself as the sole global policy expert in a crowded Democratic field if he decides to run.
7 years ago
Overcoming a ‘long, bitter relationship,’ Grand Canyon and tribes mark centennial
When the Grand Canyon became a national park 100 years ago, native tribes who lived in the canyons were pushed aside. Now the park service is working with them.
7 years ago
Is Bernie Sanders the ‘MySpace’ of the Democratic left?
Bernie Sanders has again proved he should not be underestimated in a presidential contest.
7 years ago
United Methodist Church to debate LGBTQ clergy, same-sex weddings
This weekend, more than 860 delegates from across the world will convene for a four-day conference, where they'll debate and likely vote on one of three proposals.
7 years ago
R. Kelly bond set at $1M after arrest on charges of aggravated sexual abuse
Kelly is being allowed to go free as he awaits trial after posting $100,000, or 10 percent of the bond.
7 years ago
Mueller: Manafort ‘brazenly violated the law’ for years
Citing Manafort's lies to the FBI, several government agencies and his own lawyer, prosecutors said that "upon release from jail, Manafort presents a grave risk of recidivism.
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Trump administration proposes sweeping changes to federal family planning program
The Trump administration has issued its final draft of a rule that makes sweeping changes to Title X.
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Florida police: Robert Kraft, owner of Patriots, to face solicitation charges
Jupiter Police Chief Daniel Kerr announced the charges on Friday as part of a sting on a local spa.
7 years ago
Growing marijuana industry struggles to attract employees of color
Massachusetts wants to give people of color a leg-up in the legal marijuana industry but is off to a very slow start. Next to no black or Latino candidates have applied.
7 years ago
Smollett reactions epitomize polarized state of U.S. politics
The case seemed to inflame political tensions even more while creating potentially damaging consequences for genuine hate crime victims in the future.
7 years ago
U.S. soda taxes work, studies suggest — but maybe not as well as hoped
Researchers, meanwhile, are trying to quantify the impact of soda taxes by looking at sales data from retail establishments, including grocery stores and convenience stores.
7 years ago
Aircraft, submarine project money may be at risk, Casey says
Casey's office said there is nearly $200 million in congressionally approved money for military construction projects in Pennsylvania.
7 years ago
Top flutist settles gender pay-gap suit with Boston Symphony Orchestra
Elizabeth Rowe was among the first women to file a gender pay-equity claim under the Massachusetts Equal Pay Act.
7 years ago
New York City admits defrauding FEMA out of millions after Superstorm Sandy
The city has now agreed to reimburse the federal government $5.3 million for its false claims, according to the settlement proposed Wednesday.
7 years ago
Coast Guard lieutenant had hit list of lawmakers and media figures, feds say
Federal agents found 15 firearms and more than 1,000 rounds of ammunition when Christopher Hasson was arrested. Authorities deem him a 'domestic terrorist.'
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