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First LookBiden pardons federal convictions of simple marijuana possessionPresident Joe Biden is pardoning Americans federally convicted of marijuana possession, which could ease barriers for many seeking jobs or housing. But he says sales of the drug should be more strictly regulated, even with reduced penalties.
Where will new teachers come from? Community colleges offer a path.With demand for teachers in some areas outpacing supply, more community colleges are stepping in. In Washington state, for example, efforts include institutions working together to offer degrees.
Cover StoryCan a Democrat win over rural Ohio? Tim Ryan gives it a shot.In Ohio, where Donald Trump won twice, underdog Tim Ryan’s Senate campaign may hold lessons for other Democrats.
First LookFuture of Dreamers uncertain as DACA program gets reviewAfter a federal judge in Texas ruled the Obama-era DACA program illegal last year, a federal appeals court sent it back for review. In the meantime, Dreamers who seek a pathway to citizenship remain in limbo.
FocusAfter Hurricane Ian, floods leave a deep insurance gapWith great risk comes great responsibility. Florida is facing a reckoning over rising insurance costs, shifting storm patterns, and who pays to put the state’s homeowners back on their feet.
First LookU.S. voting systems may be complex, but are they secure?After losing the 2020 presidential election, former President Donald Trump has questioned voting processes and even denied the election results. However, two years later, evidence still suggests elections are more secure now than ever.
First LookConfusing food labels face scrutiny for contribution to wasteIn an effort to educate buyers about food waste, momentum is growing to standardize “best before” label language in the U.S. Similar labels are facing scrutiny around the world, as they do not correlate with safety and can be a cause of waste.
First LookBird vs. billionaire: Musk to buy Twitter again as court date loomsAfter months of reversals, Elon Musk may soon helm Twitter after proposing to buy the tech giant for its original price of $44 billion. But the company won’t pull its lawsuit against Mr. Musk, which is scheduled to go to trial in two weeks.
First LookHurricane Ian survivors rescued by volunteers on jet skis and kayaksSouth Florida’s Sanibel Island faced the full force of Hurricane Ian. But amid the rubble, citizens are organizing their own, grassroots efforts to find survivors and get them to safety.
First LookProsecutors say Oath Keepers planned 'armed rebellion' against USThe most significant Jan. 6 trial yet is now underway in federal court, as the leader of the Oath Keepers group and four associates stand accused of “seditious conspiracy.” Prosecutors are arguing that the five intended to “shatter a bedrock of American democracy.”
First LookWill body cams for federal law enforcement restore public trust?The U.S. Interior Department has announced police officers for several federal agencies will wear body cameras while on the job. New policies aim to reduce no-knock warrants and the use of excessive force, which have eroded public trust of law enforcement.
Shaken but resilient, Florida residents move forward together after IanWith parts of Florida in physical tatters after Hurricane Ian, residents are relying on cooperation and compassion as they begin working as communities on recovery.
Supreme Court: A new term, a new justice, a blockbuster docketOften between extremes lies a more moderate option. For a number of cases this term, where the U.S. Supreme Court lands on that spectrum could transform American life.
In Hurricane Ian’s wake, federal and state leaders ramp up reliefOverseeing relief efforts after a natural disaster can become a tenure-defining moment for public officials – partly because at these moments people need help, not mere words.
First LookHouse passes bipartisan bill to help states rein in Big TechThe U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill that would give states and federal regulators more power in Big Tech lawsuits. Support for the bill, while not overwhelming, is bipartisan, as Democrats and Republicans weigh in on Big Tech dominance.
The ExplainerFlorida has invested in resilience. Hurricane Ian is a sobering test.Hurricane Ian, one of the strongest-ever hurricanes making landfall in the U.S., comes after an era of major coastal development. But Florida has also ramped up preparedness.
First Look'A fighting chance': LA nonprofit advocates for immigrants at riskThe L.A. Justice Fund is a nonprofit supporting immigrants through legal battles to avoid deportation. Having attracted nearly $23 million in funding, the nonprofit fills gaps left by a lack of comprehensive federal immigration reform.
First LookNew union law elevates farmworkers' voices in CaliforniaCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom signed a measure Wednesday that allows farmworkers to vote by mail in union elections. The new law follows weeks of marches and rallies from farmworkers who risked their jobs to push for easier unionization.
First LookIan's wake: rescue efforts begin in Florida amid monumental damageOne of the most powerful hurricanes in U.S. history made landfall in Florida on Wednesday leaving 2.5 million people without power. Now a tropical storm, Ian is expected to regain near-hurricane strength over the Atlantic as it heads for South Carolina.
First LookHurricane Ian scours Cuba, roars toward Florida as Cat 4 stormHurricane Ian is headed to Florida after decimating Cuba on Tuesday. Hundreds of thousands of Floridians face mandatory evacuation orders and 5,000 state national guard troops have been deployed in a statewide emergency.
