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School vouchers are one example of the stakes in legislative elections
by Wayne Schutsky
The November election in Arizona could determine whether a rapidly expanding school voucher program is reined in by the Legislature. That's the goal Democrats have -- if they can get a majority.
Lead Singer Of The Cars, Ric Ocasek, Dies In New York
by Elizabeth Blair
The group was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame last year. The NYPD said Ocasek, who co-founded the group with Benjamin Orr, was 75; public records list his age as 70 years old.
Protesters Turn Out In Hong Kong For 15th Straight Weekend
by Julie McCarthy
The streets of Hong Kong were hot with protests over the weekend. Tear gas and water cannons were fired by police at protesters after the initially peaceful demonstrations turned violent.
Functional Gold Toilet Worth About $1 Million Is Stolen In England
The toilet was on display at the birthplace of Winston Churchill. Visitors could book private appointments to sit with this artwork. On Saturday, police say thieves took it.
New Zealand Man Brings Clown To Meeting For Emotional Support
Joshua Jack was called to a meeting about his future at the ad agency where he worked. He was told he could bring a friend. It sounded bad so he brought a professional: a clown.
Why Zimbabwe Is Again In A Deep Economic Crisis
by Eyder Peralta
The people of Zimbabwe used to say that things would get better once longtime leader Robert Mugabe was no longer alive. Now, they see a future after Mugabe as more of the same.
News Brief: UAW Strike, Attacks On Saudi Oil, Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy
United Auto Workers go on strike against General Motors. Oil refineries in Saudi Arabia are hit by drone strikes. And, Purdue Pharma, accused of fueling the opioid crisis, files for Chapter 11.
Trump, Top Congressional Democrats Remain Far Apart On Gun Control
by Mara Liasson
President Trump spoke to Democratic leaders in Congress over the weekend about gun control, but the two sides have not yet found agreement.
South Korea's Indifference Blamed For Deaths Of North Korea Defectors
by Anthony Kuhn
After a mother and child who defected from North Korea died in South Korea, many ask: Why risk your life for freedom and escape a dictatorship, only to die without food and money in a land of plenty?
We Break Down The Democratic Presidential Debate
All of the leading Democratic presidential candidates were on stage together Thursday night in Houston. The question is whether that made the choices any clearer for voters.
3-Digit Hotline Aims To Assist In Suicide Prevention
by Rhitu Chatterjee
The FCC plans to create a three-digit number as a national suicide prevention hotline, and it would increase access to mental health care. Advocates say more funding is needed.
PG&E Settles With Insurers Over Wildfires
The utility giant PG&E has reached an $11 billion settlement with insurance companies over the 2017 and 2018 wildfires in California. It's not the end of claims against the utility.