Obama's Reaction To Ferguson Raises Questions About President's Role
As the situation quiets down in Ferguson, Mo., some political observers are asking why it took President Obama so long to publicly weigh in on events there.
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Powerful Earthquake Rattles Northern California
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck the Bay Area of California early Sunday morning. The quake caused some injuries and heavy damage to buildings, particularly in Napa.
For Parents Of Young Black Men With Autism, Extra Fear About Police
People with autism often have trouble communicating with police, which can be dangerous — and scary for parents who also worry about racial profiling. Now, some cities are trying to mitigate the risk.
Generation Gap Divides Local Opinion On Ferguson Protests
In Ferguson, Mo., some younger and older residents have differing views on whether violence among protesters is appropriate and how best to effect change.
Kurdish Forces Say They're Waiting For U.S. Weapons
In northern Iraq, the Kurdish Peshmerga troops are battling the extremists of the Islamic State. But commanders say they're not getting the weapons promised by the U.S. and others.
With Initial U.S. Airstrikes A Success, Will They Expand?
The U.S. continues to mount airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Iraq, but some analysts say the campaign is not broad enough.
Educators Say Students Need To Talk About Ferguson
As children begin to return to school, we reached out to ask administrators and teachers, "How do you teach Ferguson?"
Nashville To African-Americans: Join Your Police Department!
In the wake of the protests in Ferguson, law enforcement officials around the country are trying to figure out how to lay the groundwork for peaceful collaborations between police and citizens.
Uber Greases The Wheel With Obama's Old Campaign Manager
Uber is hiring David Plouffe, the mastermind of Obama's 2008 campaign, to power its own political strategy. What can a tech-savvy political animal offer a ride-sharing service?
In New York And Ferguson, Two Deaths, Two Different Responses
The death of Eric Garner, like the shooting of Michael Brown, sparked protests. But the reaction in New York has been entirely peaceful, thanks partly to quick responses by police and civic officials.