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Retired NYPD chief sues department over alleged ‘glass ceiling’ for female officers
A longtime veteran of the NYPD contends she was mistreated by the police commissioner when she sought a promotion.
COVID-19 continues resurgence across US through July as mask mandates begin in hardest-hit states
July turned into another deadly month for the U.S. as the pandemic spread.
Pete Hamill, legendary New York City journalist and author, dead at 85
Leaders and journalism dignitaries shared their condolences for the longtime reporter and author.
Former mask skeptic joins public service campaign after getting coronavirus
A single mom from suburban Ohio has gone from COVID-19 skeptic to a harbinger of the pandemic’s dangers.
New York City shuts down party boat with over 170 guests as COVID-19 cases continue to drop
The sheriff and other officials are urging New Yorkers to avoid these gatherings.
How California lost control over COVID-19 despite early successes
California was one of the first places to keep the virus at bay, but experts say it may have made some errors during the latter part of the pandemic.
Crowds are gathering in many states despite coronavirus, and mixed messaging may be to blame: Experts
Experts say messaging from elected officials, whether intentional or not, may contribute to people violating social distancing precautions.
Revel shuts down service in New York after 2nd rider’s death
The moped company came under fire following a string of accidents, including two fatal ones.
Woman filmed using anti-Asian slur against postal worker
The USPS condemned the actions of a customer who was filmed using racist language against one of its employees.
Robert E. Lee removed from Virginia state house and a school name as courts weigh future of Richmond statue
The Confederate general’s name and likeness won’t be in the Virginia state house or one of the state’s schools.
Judge orders Michael Cohen be released back to home confinement
A judge sided with President Trump’s former attorney and ruled he was being retaliated.
Trio arrested in connection with murder of Florida fishing group
Two brothers and a woman were charged in the deaths of three friends who were on a fishing trip in Florida.
Michael Cohen was sent back to prison over tell-all book on Trump, suit claims
The president’s former attorney says his re confinement is nothing more than political payback.
Minnesota leaders ban chokeholds, ‘warrior training’ in comprehensive police reform bill
George Floyd’s death sparked change in Minnesota as state leaders passed a series of bills aimed at reducing police violence.
Charges filed against men filmed allegedly assaulting Black man at Indiana lake
Prosecutors charged two men who were filmed allegedly beating a Black man on the Fourth of July.
Utah public hearing on schools dismissed after angry parents pack room without masks
A group of angry parents defied orders to socially distance and wear masks during a hearing over the new school year.
Asheville city council approves reparations plan as Providence explores idea
A North Carolina town took a historic step to make amends on for its past actions on the Black community.
White man filmed in alleged Indiana assault says Black accuser was ‘race-baiting’
A man accused of beating a Black man in a filmed incident is claiming he as acting in defense. However the accuser is sticking with his account.
New York legislators introduce bill to require liability insurance for police
Officers would have to get insurance if they want to get a badge under a proposed legislation.