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Cover StoryWhy Oklahoma’s tough-on-crime lawmakers no longer trust death penaltyOnly five states executed people last year. Oklahoma was one of them – and some GOP state lawmakers worry they cannot trust their system to get it right.
Monitor BreakfastGOP’s Michael McCaul sees path to ‘yes’ on House aid for UkraineCan Ukraine’s Republican congressional supporters win approval for $60 billion in fresh assistance? GOP Rep. Michael McCaul says proponents must redouble efforts.
First LookTrump fined $355 million in New York financial fraud caseJudge Arthur Engoron ruled that Donald Trump and his co-defendants “failed to accept responsibility” for years of inflated financial statements that misrepresented the former president's wealth.
East Palestine crash prompted rail safety bill. Why it stalled.As President Joe Biden visits the site of the February 2023 East Palestine derailment, the bipartisan Railway Safety Act has yet to come to a vote.
First LookFBI informant, central to Biden impeachment probe, charged with lyingThe informant who levied allegations of bribery against the Bidens has been charged with lying to the FBI. His testimony was central to Republican impeachment efforts.
No more amateur hour: How Dartmouth ruling could change college sportsThe line between amateur and professional is increasingly blurred for college athletes. But what does a new ruling identifying basketball players as employees suggest about the need for compensation?
First LookGoogle, META to blame for mental health crisis, NYC mayor saysNew York City is suing Silicon Valley tech giants like Meta and Google for fueling a youth mental health crisis via social media apps, citing the financial burden of counseling affected teens.
Why Boston’s wealthy Back Bay said yes, in our backyardNIMBY can be a powerful force in wealthy areas. Here is what happens when neighbors say yes.
First LookDemocrat Tom Suozzi flips Long Island seat held by George SantosFormer Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi won his old seat in Congress, serving Nassau County and northeastern Queens. Mr. Suozzi beat out Republican challenger Mazi Pilip for the seat vacated by the expulsion of Rep. George Santos.
Minimum wages rise: Here’s where the changes matter mostMinimum wage is on the move – 22 states raised baseline pay on Jan 1. While workers are cheering, many business owners are not.
First LookAustralia, US grapple with reports of rising antisemitismAustralia banned the practice of doxxing after pro-Palestinian activists published personal information about members of the Jewish community. In the United States, a new survey shows antisemitism is on the rise.
Trump, Russia, NATO: How GOP moved on from Reagan’s confident viewIn pulling the plug on Ukraine aid, Republicans underscore a shift from Ronald Reagan’s “shining city upon a hill” America to Donald Trump’s vision of a besieged, lights-out America.
After Santos: A special election with import for 2024 and beyondBoth parties are watching the special election in former Rep. George Santos’ district for clues about campaign messaging and voter engagement.
Cover StoryFine print justice: How Daryl Atkinson is battling bureaucracyOn paper, court fees and ticket fines help balance local budgets. But a deep dive suggests the harm they cause far outweighs any revenue raised.
First LookOn government drone use, privacy advocates say: Not in my backyardA case in the Michigan Supreme Court is raising new questions about the right to privacy: Can a township’s unmanned drone surveil a homeowner's property without violating the Fourth Amendment?
A small town, public art, and the First AmendmentWould no public art be better than art someone found objectionable? In New Hampshire, a town has been roiled for months over that question.
Las Vegas embraces the Super Bowl – and a new vision of itselfThe Super Bowl is the latest indication of Las Vegas’ transformation into a pro sports hub. Aside from an economic boon, what has it done for the community?
Age issue resurfaces as election trouble spot for BidenPresident Joe Biden’s staff has long tried to limit his interactions with the media. Thursday night’s question-and-answer session showed the risks.
What Zelenskyy’s military revamp means for ‘winning’ in UkraineThe war in Ukraine is at a pivotal point, after a disappointing counteroffensive and a halt of U.S. aid. Ukraine’s task now is to demonstrate a clear war strategy and shore up Western support.
First LookCarlson’s interview with Putin yields propaganda, history lecturesIn a two-hour interview with Tucker Carlson, President Vladimir Putin offered Russian history lessons, Kremlin talking points on the war with Ukraine, and sent a message to Washington that a deal was the only way to end the war.
