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First LookIs there a war on front yard gardens?A Miami couple brought their case to court Wednesday, arguing that a city ordinance banning their front yard vegetable patch violates their Constitutional rights.
Athlete as moral crusader: Is the Muhammad Ali model lost?The champion boxer if anything had an even larger impact outside the ring than in it, becoming a symbol of black pride and war opposition in an era of upheaval.
Why racism is the focus of Airbnb's annual conferenceAt its annual tech conference, Airbnb explored how to promote diversity and inclusion among its hosts.
Why California veterans oppose raising the smoking ageOn Thursday, California's smoking age goes up to 21, prompting a debate about personal freedoms and the influence of Big Tobacco.
First LookMaria Sharapova's 2-year tennis ban for doping: How bad is accidental cheating?Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova has received a two-year ban for doping, which she has promised to appeal because she believes that her lack of knowledge about the doping should carry more weight.
First LookFederal focus on permanent housing leaves some Americans shelterlessAs the federal government and local communities shift strategies for ending homelessness toward permanent housing, some of the most vulnerable are left with nowhere to go.
First LookHarambe's death highlights Americans' inner struggle with zoosThe Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is set to reopen its gorilla exhibit Tuesday with a higher barrier, but the debate over keeping animals in captivity is far from over.
Jennifer Lawrence's 'X-Men' billboards get removed. Why?Violence against women? Outcry on social media that the heroine of 'X-Men Apocalypse' was shown in the grasp of a stronger male villain prompted the removal of the movie billboards. But is the real issue that there is too much violence in film and media?
In America’s culture war, state legislatures lead the chargeLawmakers in red states across the US are crafting bills that restrict abortion and provide protections for religious freedom. The trend suggests that state legislatures are pushing for 'traditional values' victories, even if they are short-lived, analysts say.
Florida braces for tropical storm ColinTropical storm Colin's maximum sustained winds Monday morning had increased to near 50 mph with some slow strengthening possible during the next two days.
Muhammad Ali: How he became a global iconMuhammad Ali was a man of principle, self-promotion, and poetry. And he boxed.
Muhammad Ali, the showmanHeavyweight champion boxer Muhammad Ali passed on Friday. A sportswriter remembers the man who was filled with pomp, whatever the circumstance.
California's new strategy to fight homelessness: a 'millionaires tax'The tax proposed by the L.A. County Board of Supervisors could help the city fund an ambitious $2 billion plan to provide housing for 47,000 homeless residents.
Payday loans: Can Washington make them less predatory?Payday loans charge huge interest but can be useful for some borrowers in a pinch. The federal government is stepping in with new rules aimed at protecting the most vulnerable.
First LookWill Prince's death give opioid addiction the public face it needs?As opioid use continues to grow in the United States, Prince's untimely death may give a public face to the ongoing campaign against drug abuse.
First LookHawaii teens go off-island for counseling: Any other options?A report shows Hawaii teens seeking mental health treatment often have to leave the island to find it. What are patients in other remote areas trying?
First LookIs anyone to blame for the tragic death of Harambe the gorilla?Police are now investigating the parents of the child who wandered into Harambe's enclosure at the Cincinnati zoo, which is now under investigation by the USDA.
After Harambe the gorilla shooting, how best to protect endangered species?The death of the gorilla Harambe comes amid a climate of heightened public interest in how humans treat animals – both in captivity and in the wild.
Capacity crowds in national parks: Is it time for restricted access?After a record-breaking 75.3 million visitors in 2015, the National Park Service is looking at ways to manage the crowds at its most popular locations.
As America took to the skies for Memorial Day, did TSA finally get it right?On a busy Memorial Day travel weekend, some signs that the TSA airport security logjam may be easing.
