The Department of Justice found a “pattern or practice” of discrimination by the city’s police. But the report also spotlights the individual victims — and the injustices behind the numbers.
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Texas town’s fortunes rise and fall with pump jacks and oil prices
The middle class has shrunk faster in Midland, Texas, than nearly anywhere else in the U.S. Overall, more people are getting rich than falling behind. But extreme booms and busts make life precarious.
Firefighting chemicals in U.S. drinking water sources, federal data shows
The study finds, in many cases, amounts barely higher than government guidelines allow, but significant levels in 66 water supplies. The chemicals are very persistent once in the environment.
Justice Department to issue critical report on Baltimore Police Department
The report found that Baltimore Police disproportionately targeted African Americans for stops and arrests and police retaliated against citizens for exercising their right to free speech.
Hospital units tailored to older patients can help prevent decline
Elderly hospital patients often arrive sick and leave worse off. But some hospitals are preventing these sharp declines by treating the elderly in units that minimize bedrest and spur mobility.
Trump adviser says one of the GOP nominee’s signature plans is ‘not workable’
On a key Trump priority — banning travel to the U.S. from areas affected by terrorism — retired Army Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn says “a blanket [ban] is not workable.”
Two Benghazi parents sue Hillary Clinton for wrongful death
The parents of two Americans killed in Benghazi are suing Hillary Clinton for wrongful death and other claims. Legal analysts said the case may not meet a high bar to proceed in court.
Russia’s Entire Paralympic Team Is Banned In Doping Scandal
Russia’s para-athletes were caught up in the same scandal as the country’s Olympic team. “The anti-doping system in Russia is broken,” says the head of the International Paralympic Committee.
U.S. Women Edge France, Passing A Tough Test In Olympic Soccer
A tense tone dominated with both offenses repeatedly getting the ball into the penalty area. All shots were turned away but one, by American Carli Lloyd.
How The Olympic Medal Tables Explain The World
They are a concise lesson in world history, reflecting wars won and lost, economic growth and decline and a country’s overall standing in the world.