Justices agree to hear Maryland case on parents' rights and LGBTQ books

Questions to ask yourself … to be a more confident parent

Emily Oster, parenting guru and professor of economics, offers advice on finding your way as a parent. One thing that often distinguishes whether advice is helpful is if the person giving it is in ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

'Welsh culture isn't fantasy - so stop misusing it for mystical books'

While some celebrate the spread of Welsh language and culture, its misuse is a concern for others.

BBC News - Jan. 5

Justice Department urges Supreme Court to reject Trump’s push to pause TikTok ban

The Justice Department on Friday urged the Supreme Court to reject President-elect Donald Trump’s request to delay the implementation of a law that would effectively ban TikTok in the U.S. or force ...

NBC News - Jan. 4

It’s Time for Parents to Step Up in the Fight for Clean Air

Fossil fuel pollution is impacting the most vulnerable among us: children. Their future—and health—are at stake.

Wired - Jan. 4

Sabres Should Extend Surging Forward Right Now

The Sabres forward is making a serious case for a contract extension.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

Justice Department resolves investigation of Antioch Police Department over racist texts

The Department of Justice announced on Friday it has resolved a biased policing investigation of California's Antioch Police Department, where racist texts allegedly sent by officers sparked ...

NBC News - Jan. 4

Orioles, veteran RHP Morton agree to 1-year deal

The Orioles agreed with veteran right-hander Charlie Morton on a one-year deal.

ESPN - Jan. 4

Sources: Dodgers, Hyeseong Kim agree to deal

The Dodgers are in agreement with Korean infielder Hyeseong Kim on a three-year, $12.5 million contract, sources confirmed.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Fort Worth ISD has a plan for next week’s winter weather. How parents can stay up to date

Yahoo News - Jan. 3

Justice Dept. Reaches Deal to Monitor Fulton County Jail

The facility in Fulton County, Georgia, has long had problems with assaults, drugs and pests.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Several new members of Congress will make LGBTQ history

Three history-making, newly elected lawmakers representing the LGBTQ community will be sworn in to the 119th Congress Friday.

ABC News - Jan. 3

These three LGBTQ women just made congressional 'herstory'

Delaware’s Sarah McBride, Washington’s Emily Randall and Texas’ Julie Johnson made LGBTQ history when they were sworn in to the 119th Congress on Friday.

NBC News - Jan. 3

Dodgers, Hyeseong Kim agree to 3-year deal with $12.5 million guaranteed

Kim was posted last month and has played the past six seasons with the KBO's Kiwoom Heroes.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

NWSL expanding to Denver after 'record-setting' fee agreed

The National Women's Soccer League knows the location of its 16th team in the competition, according to reports in the United States.The Athletic and Sportico have shared that the league's newest ...

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

The Case for Hope for Palestinians

Israeli accountability, a powerful protest movement and an emerging generation of leaders could bring a better future for Palestinians.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Judicial body won't refer Clarence Thomas to Justice Department over ethics lapses

The head of the Judicial Conference said there is legal uncertainty over whether it has the authority to refer complaints about Supreme Court justices.

NBC News - Jan. 3

Apple agrees to pay $95 million to settle Siri eavesdropping claims

Apple surreptitiously activated Siri to record user conversations through iPhones and other devices, court finds.

CBS News - Jan. 2

Israel's judiciary reins in far-right police minister

Yahoo News - Jan. 2

Washington Huskies vs. Maryland Terrapins live stream info, start time, TV channel: How to watch NCAA Basketball on TV, stream online

How to watch Washington vs. Maryland basketball game

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

Trans rights to be marquee fight for House Republicans

How the GOP is responding to Rep.-elect Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender House member, is a preview of what’s to come.

Politico - Jan. 2

‘We’re in disbelief’: Parents mourn son killed in New Orleans attack

Following the deadly car-ramming attack in New Orleans, the parents of 25-year-old victim Matthew Tenedorio spoke about their “disbelief” and grief after their son was killed.

NBC News - Jan. 2

The Bull and Bear Case for 2025

The stock market has been on a blistering two-year rally. But Wall Street is warning that a number of factors, including Donald Trump’s policies, could slow or derail that momentum

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Protesters in Syria demand justice for disappeared activists and accountability from all factions

Protesters in Syria have held a sit-in demanding justice for four activists who were forcibly disappeared in 2013 and whose fate remains one of the most haunting mysteries of the country’s 13-year ...

ABC News - Jan. 1

The week's bestselling books, Jan. 5

The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 1

5 Books for Building Lasting Professional Relationships

Level up your leadership skills through deeper, more effective communication and connection with colleagues.

Inc. - Jan. 1

California's fentanyl fight: Politicians v. grieving parents

This year-long investigation provides an unprecedented look at California's one-party supermajority legislature through the eyes of grieving parents who discover how California lawmakers kill ...

CBS News - Jan. 1

Chief Justice Roberts Condemns Threats to Supreme Court and Judiciary

In his year-end report on the federal judiciary, the chief justice decried violence, intimidation and disinformation and warned against defiance of court rulings.

The New York Times - Dec. 31

Chief Justice John Roberts defends judiciary from 'illegitimate' attacks

In his annual end-of-year report, Roberts said the independence of the judiciary is threatened by threats of violence, harassment, disinformation and defiance of court rulings.

NBC News - Dec. 31

Chief Justice Roberts condemns elected officials for intimidating judges

Chief Justice John Roberts condemned elected officials who have intimidated judges and defied court rulings, highlighting them in his year-end report Tuesday as part of what Roberts called ...

The Hill - Dec. 31

Justice Department asks Supreme Court to reinstate anti-money laundering law

The Justice Department asked the Supreme Court to issue an emergency order reinstating a federal anti-money laundering law as a legal battle plays out in a lower court. Passed in 2021, the ...