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May 27, 2019 4:03 PM

'This case will set a precedent': First major opioid trial to begin in Oklahoma

Oklahoma's trial is the first in a wave of litigation attempting to bring claims against opioid manufacturers. The state is seeking millions of dollars in damages and penalties.

by Jackie Fortier

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May 27, 2019 1:11 PM

A U.S. Army tweet asking 'How has serving impacted you?' got an agonizing response

In response to the May 23 tweet, thousands of veterans and their loved ones shared stories of trauma, depression, illness, sexual assault and suicide.

by Stacey Samuel, Matthew S. Schwartz and Shannon Van Sant

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May 27, 2019 11:58 AM

Democratic-led states divided over approach on abortion

States with political leaderships held by Democrats, like Rhode Island, New Mexico and Hawaii, are showing a more muted response to abortion legislation than other blue-leaning states.

by Associated Press

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May 27, 2019 11:43 AM

Rolling to a halt: Memorial Day motorcycle rally ends 30-year tradition

Motorcyclists with the veterans advocacy group Rolling Thunder Inc. will gather in Washington, D.C., for the last time this weekend. The group cites financial issues as its main reason for quitting.

by Cat Schuknecht

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May 27, 2019 10:05 AM

Preparing to sue, ex-Boy Scouts recall abuse by unit leaders

Sharing their stories doesn't come easily for these middle-aged men. At times, their eyes well up or their voices crack as they describe being sexually abused in the Boy Scouts and suffering from emotional damage long afterward.

by Associated Press

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May 24, 2019 4:39 PM

In Noor trial evidence room, simple items hold unbearable weight

Plastic bags of clothes, a "Koala Australia" T-shirt, family photos and an officer's name plate sit among evidence released Friday from the trial of ex-Minneapolis cop Mohamed Noor in the killing of 911 caller Justine Ruszczyk. They are everyday goods that tell an extraordinarily tragic story.

by Jon Collins and Riham Feshir

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May 24, 2019 7:08 AM

Driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants may improve road safety

Four years after implementing a policy to allow undocumented immigrants to obtain driver's licenses, Connecticut has seen a reduction in hit-and-run crashes and a steep decline in the number of people found guilty of unlicensed driving.

by Chris Burrell

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May 23, 2019 4:47 PM

Minneapolis moving to address student homelessness

The Stable Homes Stable Schools initiative in Minneapolis is underway, trying to help students avoid homelessness, which can be a serious detriment to academic performance.

by Martin Moylan