Ahmaud Arbery murder trial: Jury dismissed for night, deliberations continue Wednesday morning
The jury asked the judge to go a little late into the evening, but a little before 6:30 p.m. was dismissed for the night. They are expected to pick up deliberations early Wednesday morning.
Abortion providers await Supreme Court decision on Texas law
For two months, providers have had to work in a sort of limbo as they wait to see if the new law passes the Supreme Court's review.
How a YA oral-sex scene touched off Texas' latest culture war
A coming-of-age memoir by a California writer has been seized upon by politicians who want greater control over the kinds of books available in Texas schools.
Protesters trace route Rittenhouse took in Kenosha
Several dozen people gathered below the wind-whipped Wisconsin flag at Kenosha's Civic Center Park on Sunday and warmed up with chants for justice before taking to the streets in protest of the acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse.
Kim Kardashian helps fly Afghan women's youth soccer players to UK
Members of Afghanistan’s women’s youth development soccer team have arrived in Britain after being flown from Pakistan with the help of a New York rabbi, a U.K. soccer club and Kim Kardashian West.
Texas abortion ban stays in force as justices mull outcome
Meanwhile, the justices are two weeks away from hearing arguments in another abortion case with potentially huge implications for abortion rights in the United States.
Peppa Pig Theme Park trains employees, creates sensitivity guide for families with autism
When Central Florida’s newest theme park opens early next year, it is going to offer families dealing with autism something that many attractions don’t offer- -- peace of mind.
Chicago's Parlor Pizza Bar accused of seating Black customers in 'rejection section'
Former employees of Chicago’s Parlor Pizza Bar restaurants say they were overworked and mistreated and that they were told to put customers of color in a special section.
Meet Ji-Young: 'Sesame Street' debuts 1st Asian American muppet
At only 7 years old, Ji-Young is making history as the first Asian American muppet on “Sesame Street.”
‘Rally for Kindness’ held in response to recent anti-Semitic incidents
The event was hosted by ATXKind, with the support of Shalom Austin and Anti-Defamation League Austin, in response to recent anti-Semitic incidents.
Austin's first Latino Art WKND showcases local artists
This weekend was Austin's first Latino Art WKND, and the organizers intend for it not to be the last.
Plessy v. Ferguson: Man at center of landmark case on verge of pardon
The state Board of Pardons' unanimous decision to clear theHomer Plessy’s record of a conviction now goes to Gov. John Bel Edwards, who has final say over the pardon.
Suni Lee says she was victim of racist attack in Los Angeles
Acclaimed gymnast Suni Lee says she was the victim of a racist attack while out in Los Angeles, according to a recent interview with a pop culture website.
Revived GI Bill aims to pay Black WWII veterans' families who were denied full benefits
In honor of Veterans Day, a group of Democratic lawmakers is reviving an effort to pay the families of Black veterans who fought on behalf of the nation during World War II for benefits they were denied or prevented from taking full advantage of when they returned home from war.
Texas district court judge hears over a dozen challenges to abortion law
Advocates say that many women who are seeking an abortion in Texas have had to leave the state. They said that this is only accessible for those who have excess money to spend. Therefore, making it a violation of rights.
Defiant USC professor refuses to remove Blue Lives Matter flag from office door
A University of Southern California professor is refusing to remove a pro-police Blue Lives Matter flag from outside his office door despite calls from students that it is "inappropriate."
'Milestone': 1st woman graduates from US Army sniper school
The first female has graduated from the U.S. Army's sniper course, which trains to deliver long-range precision fire and collect battlefield information.
NCAA sets stage for dramatic restructuring of college sports with new constitution draft
The NCAA has set the stage for a dramatic restructuring of college sports.
White LA mother accused of human trafficking Black daughter on Southwest Airlines flight
A white mother from Los Angeles says she was stopped by police and accused of human trafficking her 10-year-old biological biracial daughter by a Southwest Airlines flight attendant.
NBA to investigate after ESPN report accuses Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver of racism, sexual harassment
The report by ESPN NBA writer Baxter Holmes published on Nov. 4 lists several allegations of racism and misogynistic behavior by Sarver.