Oscar Pistorius, Paralympian convicted of murder, to be released on parole
A South African corrections board found the athlete had meet the minimum parole requirements after serving half of his 13-year sentence for murder.
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Why progressive prosecutors face resistance from some police departments
The prosecutors face resistance from departments that see them as soft on crime. In St. Louis, resistance is so fierce a police officer is refusing to do one of the most important parts of his job.
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Temporary truce begins in Gaza, with first hostages set to be released. Why progressive prosecutors often face resistance from police. Rosalynn Carter tried to end mental health discrimination.
Minnesota aims to stop separating mothers in prison from their newborn babies
A woman who gives birth in jail or prison typically is separated from her baby within hours or days. Minnesota now lets some moms stay out of prison and at home with their new babies.
Disgusted by city's top prosecutor, a police officer refuses to testify
In an extreme example of resistance to progressive prosecutors, a St. Louis police officer is refusing to testify in murder cases he investigated, even though he believes the defendants are guilty.
Judge says evidence shows Tesla and Elon Musk knew about flawed autopilot system
In the decision, a Palm Beach County judge noted Tesla's glowing marketing strategy and Musk's public statements about the self-driving software. The decision means a trial against Tesla can proceed.
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Israeli official says Friday is the soonest the deal with Hamas would take effect. Black Friday remains the busiest day for U.S. stores. Protests continue over a police training facility near Atlanta.
N.Y. governor says no sign of terrorism in deadly vehicle explosion at border bridge
Two occupants in the vehicle that exploded at the Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls, N.Y., are both dead, officials said. "At this time there is no indication of a terrorist attack," the governor said.
Broadway costuming legend accused of sexual assault in civil suit
William Ivey Long, a six-time Tony Award winner and past chairman of the American Theatre Wing, is one of the defendants in a lawsuit filed Wednesday by Court Watson, a set and costume designer.
Wisconsin's Supreme Court hears case that may mean new legislative maps for the state
New districts could be on the way for Wisconsin's state legislature. The state's Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case that could mean new legislative maps.