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First LookDebate over statue removal extends to Pacific NorthwestMarcus Whitman has long been seen as a key figure in early Pacific Northwest history. But an ongoing historical revaluation argues his actions were imperialistic and destructive, prompting increased efforts to remove his likeness from state and university buildings.
First LookA hundred years on, Biden honors victims of Tulsa Race MassacrePresident Biden participated in remembrances of the Tulsa Massacre victims on June 1 amid a national reckoning on racial justice. In 1921 around 300 Black Tulsans were killed when a 30-block historically Black business district was destroyed by a white mob.
FocusIs Roe about to unravel? The view from Mississippi’s only abortion clinic.One clinic in Mississippi is at the fulcrum of a U.S. Supreme Court case that could reshape the legal landscape on abortion.
- FocusIs Roe about to unravel? The view from Mississippi’s only abortion clinic.
One clinic in Mississippi is at the fulcrum of a U.S. Supreme Court case that could reshape the legal landscape on abortion.
First LookDo empty malls hold the solution to California's housing crisis?For the past decade, California has built far fewer housing units each year than called for by demand. Lawmakers are pushing for a new solution: building housing on commercial sites – without changing zoning laws.
First LookA new era: Black women aim for higher political officeAs the political influence of Black women increases, many of them are gearing up to run for governorships and Senate seats, two areas of government where they’ve been historically underrepresented.
When a Twitter war gets ... respectful?Conor Friedersdorf and Issac Bailey are on opposite ends of the political spectrum. They clash on Twitter. We brought them together to talk.
Schools and trust: What works for communities of colorAs students return to classrooms, diverse communities in California offer ideas for moving forward from inequities amplified by the pandemic.
First LookSenate votes against bipartisan probe of Jan. 6 Capitol riotThe Senate voted 54-35 to halt a 10-member, bipartisan commission to examine the fatal events that transpired on Jan. 6 when Trump supporters overcame police and broke into the Capitol.
The ExplainerCalifornia has the most gun-control laws in US. Do they work?Under Ronald Reagan, California became the birthplace of modern gun control. But how effective are its laws – and can they stop mass shootings like the one in San Jose?
Why are parents so mad in one of America’s best school districts?Across the U.S., parents who say mental health and learning loss were not emphasized enough during the pandemic are recalling school board members.
First LookFor Native Americans higher ed support still falls shortNative American tribes, students, and faculty are pushing colleges and universities to do more for their Indigenous students. Many higher education institutions are built on land that was unjustly taken from Native American tribes, a study last year shows.
As crises recede, Biden’s agenda faces uphill climbThe sense of urgency behind the president’s big infrastructure bill is waning, while other legislative priorities have stalled.
First LookIn San Francisco, residents debate benefits of car-free streetsLike many other cities, San Francisco closed miles of streets to cars for people to exercise and socialize during the pandemic. Now, advocates want to keep these spaces car-free, but opponents see the idea as elitist, unsafe, and impractical.
Why more Democrats are pressing Biden to support Palestinian rightsSome Democrats are pressing the White House to take a tougher line on Israel and challenging President Biden to take a stand on human rights.
Cover Story8 monuments, 12 hours: What a reopening D.C. says about AmericaAmericans are coming out of their pandemic-induced travel hibernation. But tourists visiting D.C. – if they come – will be descending on a changed city.
First LookCan you build a town free from racism? These Americans say yes.A group of Black Americans have bought land in central Georgia to build a town called Freedom. Organizers say they want their town to be a model Black community built on equity, energy efficiency, local food production, and more.
First LookA year after George Floyd's murder: What now, and what next?In Minneapolis and other cities, people are gathering to commemorate one year since George Floyd’s death. “True justice for George Floyd will come only through real, systemic change to prevent acts like this from happening again,” said Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
FocusAfter racial unrest, Kenosha treads a hard road forwardThe police shooting of Jacob Blake surfaced deep tensions in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Residents seek a rebuilding that goes beyond repair of burned shops.
First LookTennessee leads political shift right with anti-transgender lawsTennessee has passed five new laws targeting transgender people this year, ranging from participation in girls’ sports, when sex education should be taught, and who can use public restrooms. Conservative lawmakers nationwide have introduced similar bills.
