Inside the movement to ban books at libraries and in schools
Books written by or about members of the LGBTQ community and people of color are reportedly challenged the most.
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Professor tries to break record by living underwater for 100 days
One scientist wants to "look where we've never looked before."
Obesity in 2035 could be just as costly as COVID in 2020
The global cost of obesity is expected to be in the trillions of dollars as obesity rates in the U.S. and worldwide skyrocket.
Tornadoes, power outages as storm crosses Texas, Louisiana
Forecasters said the storm system will march eastward Friday, bringing the threat of severe weather into the Ohio and Tennessee River valleys.
| AP and Scripps News Staff
A once-sacred Dakota site could soon be returned
Advocates are working to transform the heart of Minneapolis' Central Riverfront into a destination honoring Indigenous history.
Walgreens warned by states not to distribute abortion pills
Twenty states with Republican attorneys general told major pharmacy chains that it is illegal in their states to distribute abortion pills.
Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison for murdering wife, son
The five-week trial of Alex Murdaugh garnered national attention before jurors made a swift decision on his guilt.
Tennessee bans public drag performances, other states could follow
Drag shows have been targeted by protests, and sometimes been victimized by violence.
This city was named the happiest in US for third year in a row
WalletHub compared 182 of the largest cities in the areas of emotional and physical well-being, income and employment, and community and environment.
Norfolk Southern holds 1st meeting in East Palestine since derailment
It was the first time since the derailment four weeks ago that someone from Norfolk Southern participated in a formal town hall with residents.
Thursday storms will bring harsh weather to most of the US
There's risk of severe flood and strong winds in multiple parts of the country Thursday.
Scripps News Investigates: A city’s not-so-secret child labor problem
A Scripps News investigation found suspicions of child labor went back years before authorities took action against a Nebraska meatpacking plant.
| Patrick Terpstra and Karen Rodriguez and Daniel Lathrop
Alex Murdaugh convicted of murder in shootings of wife, son
The Alex Murdaugh case chronicled the unraveling of a powerful Southern family. A guilty verdict was handed down on Thursday.
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Texas man ticketed for feeding people experiencing homelessness
Houston police ticketed a volunteer for feeding residents without homes after the city created rules regulating who can provide free food outdoors.
Women make history as first gymnastics team at HBCU
A conversation between a young gymnast and her uncle led to the creation of Fisk University's gymnastics team.
Maryland mayor charged with child pornography possession, resigns
The mayor of College Park, Maryland was arrested and charged with over 50 counts of possession of child pornography.
Circus for the broken heart: Movement helping people deal with grief
Dr. Sherry Walling hosts workshops that combine her skills as a clinical psychologist and an amatuer circus artist.
Yosemite National Park closed indefinitely due record-setting snowfall
The siege of heavy snowfall over the past week has subsided but park officials are still unsure when it will be deemed safe for visitors to return.
Trump can be sued for Jan 6 riot injuries, Justice Dept. says
The Justice Department says former President Trump can be sued by Capitol Police and lawmakers for injuries during the Jan. 6 insurrection.
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Experts weigh in on microdosing psychedelic mushrooms
Psilocybin is being used to help treat major depressive disorder, and it might have some benefits.
Rail union says workers experiencing migraines in East Palestine
A rail union leader says staff has safety concerns at the East Palestine train derailment site after some workers fell ill during the cleanup process.
Combating climate change impacts in New Orleans' minority communities
Some of New Orleans' most underserved residents are addressing ways to combat climate change impacts in their communities.
Is now the time? Senators want to keep daylight saving time year-round
A bipartisan group of senators has reintroduced legislation that would end the practice of changing clocks twice a year.
CDC: 20,000 revival attendees in Kentucky exposed to measles
An unvaccinated person potentially exposed 20,000 attendees to measles at a Christian revival last month at Asbury University.
Spirit Airlines flight diverted after in-flight fire
Spirit Airlines believes a passenger's battery, stored in an overhead bin, was the source of the fire.
President Biden begins push for funding for pandemic fraud measures
Biden is asking for money and more time to prosecute cases, find new ways to prevent identity theft and help people whose identities were stolen.
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Murdaugh juror dismissed 5 weeks into trial
Judge Clifton Newman said she was a "great" juror, but defied his order by speaking with multiple people about the case.
Senate to question Norfolk Southern CEO on East Palestine derailment
The hearing comes as senators introduce legislation that would strengthen regulations on the rail industry and stiffen punishments.
Apprenticeships are a rare opportunity for bipartisanship in Congress
There isn't a lot Congress can agree on, but it seems both Democrats and Republicans can come together in supporting apprenticeship programs.
West Virginia governor signs campus carry gun legislation
A new West Virginia law will allow people with concealed carry permits to bring firearms onto campuses for public colleges and universities.
