U.S.
“Sanctuary State”: California legislature passes immigrant rights protections
September 20, 2017Senate Bill 54 now awaits Gov. Brown's signature. It will strictly limit ways state law enforcement agencies can cooperate in enforcing federal immigration laws.
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Peace marks fourth day of protest over Stockley acquittal
September 19, 2017Around 1,000 activists gathered outside the St. Louis City jail Mondaynight to protest the continued incarceration of 50 activists arrested Sunday.
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Georgia police shoot LGBTQ student during mental health crisis
September 19, 2017The shooting of Scout Schultz has further fueled the debate over police responses to people dealing with mental health issues.
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Protests erupt in St. Louis after acquittal of ex-cop Jason Stockley
September 18, 2017St. Louis Bureau Chief Al Neal reports on-the-ground at the protests following the not guilty verdict in the Stockley police murder trial.
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Supreme Court to tackle big-ticket cases: gerrymandering, immigration, workers’ rights
September 15, 2017A panel at the American Constitution Society says it’s going to be a busy season at the Supreme Court, and with all 9 justices back in place, who knows how they will rule?
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