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Jury Selected in Karmelo Anthony Murder Trial Without Black Jurors; Defense Alleges Prosecutorial Bias
The Anthony family and their supporters say the prosecution improperly struck Black jurors, while prosecutors maintain selections were based on legitimate reasons not race.
California Election Results Still Undecided as Los Angeles Begins Counting Ballots
Steve Hilton leads the gubernatorial race with roughly 28% of the vote, while Karen Bass has secured her spot in the LA mayoral general election.
Georgia Republicans Push for Early Trump Senate Endorsement Before Runoff Window Closes
GOP strategists warn that a late endorsement could replicate Randy Feenstra's Iowa loss, with early voting starting June 8 and the runoff set for June 16.
Ohio State University Agrees to $100 Million Settlement Over Sexual Abuse by Former Campus Doctor
The agreement covers 279 of 280 plaintiffs who accused Dr. Richard Strauss of abusing them over two decades while university staff allegedly knew of complaints as early as 1979.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program Builds Units Many Renters Cannot Afford
The federal program, which distributes up to $15 billion annually in tax credits, sets affordability thresholds at income levels that often exceed what minimum-wage workers earn.
Democrat Angela Gonzales-Torres Advances to General Election for US House in California's 34th Congressional District
The primary winner will compete in November for the seat currently held by Rep. Jimmy Gomez, who did not seek reelection.
George Santos Betting Activity on Kalshi Flagged to DOJ, Source Says
The former congressman placed bets on his own State of the Union attendance — and against it — before being expelled from Congress.
Johnson: Democrats 'Playing Politics' With FISA Over Pulte Appointment
House Speaker says Democratic opposition to Bill Pulte as acting intelligence director threatens passage of foreign spy powers set to expire June 12.
Protests Erupt in Southampton After Killing of University Student Henry Nowak
Demonstrations have continued for a second day following the stabbing death that has sparked debate over immigration policy and policing in Britain.
People With Cancer or HIV Could Lose Medicaid Under New Work Rules, Advocates Say
The Trump administration released a nearly 400-page rule requiring 80 hours of monthly work or volunteering for most adults on Medicaid in over 40 states.