NEW ORLEANS — Tesla’s federal court challenge to a Louisiana law that prohibits automobile manufacturers from selling directly to consumers has been revived by an appeals court. The lawsuit by […]
Lowe’s changes some DEI policies amid legal attacks on diversity programs and activist pressure
NEW YORK — Home improvement chain Lowe’s is scaling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining the ranks of several other companies that altered their programs since the U.S. […]
Minnesota officials vote to tear down dam and bridge that nearly collapsed
MINNEAPOLIS — A southern Minnesota dam and nearby bridge that almost collapsed last month after a bout of heavy rain and prompted a federal emergency declaration will be torn down, […]
Utah mother and children’s book author Kouri Richins to stand trial in husband’s death, judge rules
PARK CITY, Utah — A Utah mother of three who published a children’s book about grief after her husband’s death and was later accused of fatally poisoning him will stand […]
Former youth center resident testifies against worker accused of rape
CONCORD, N.H. — A former resident of a youth holding facility in New Hampshire described a staffer Tuesday as a “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” who raped her in a […]
Dolly Parton is sending free books to children across 21 states — and around the world
Dolly Parton’s father grew up poor and never got the chance to learn to read. Inspired by her upbringing, the 78-year-old country music legend has made it her mission over […]
Mexico puts relations with US and Canadian embassies ‘on pause’ for slamming judicial overhaul plan
MEXICO CITY — Mexico’s president told reporters Tuesday he has put relations with the United States and Canadian embassies “on pause” after the two countries voiced concerns over a proposed […]
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., West approved for ballot in Wisconsin after attempts to oust them fail
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Elections Commission voted Tuesday to keep Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on the presidential ballot, despite his request to be removed, and also rejected a Democratic […]
Chipotle may have violated workers’ unionization rights, US labor board says
Chipotle Mexican Grill may have violated federal labor law in its treatment of employees at its only unionized store, according to the National Labor Relations Board. The board said late […]
From cold towels to early dismissal, people are finding ways to cope with a 2nd day of heat wave
CHICAGO — As a second straight day of hot soupy temperatures approaching triple digits hung over much of the Midwest on Tuesday, residents looked for ways to stay cool and […]