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Long lines of mourners pay respects to Ginsburg at court WASHINGTON (AP) — With crowds of admirers swelling outside, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was remembered Wednesday at the court by grieving family, colleagues and friends as a prophet for justice who persevered against long odds to become an American icon. by Associated Press Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

2 Louisville officers shot amid Breonna Taylor protests Interim Louisville Police Chief Robert Schroeder said a suspect was in custody but did not offer details about whether that person was participating in the demonstrations. by Associated Press Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

Family of man shot by police pushes for charges ASBURY PARK, N.J. (AP) — Family and friends of Hasani Best rallied Wednesday and called on New Jersey authorities to bring criminal charges against one or more police officers involved in his fatal shooting last month. by Associated Press Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

In Taylor case, limits of law overcome calls for justice "Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor" became a rallying cry this summer, emblazoned on T-shirts worn by celebrities and sports stars while protesters filled the streets demanding police accountability. by the Associated Press Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

Virus shutdown took toll on routine health care for children A sharp decline in routine medical care for low-income children during the coronavirus shutdown could cause long-term harm if not reversed, federal officials warned Wednesday. by Associated Press Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

Florida seeks investigation on Bloomberg donation on voting TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida's attorney general asked state and federal law enforcement Wednesday to investigate possible election law violations after billionaire and former Democratic presidential candidate Mike Bloomberg helped raise more than $16 million for Florida felons to pay their debts so they can vote in the presidential election. by Associated Press Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

US experts vow 'no cutting corners' as vaccine tests expand A huge international study of a COVID-19 vaccine that aims to work with just one dose is getting underway as top U.S. health officials sought Wednesday to assure a skeptical Congress and public that they can trust any shots the government ultimately approves. Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

Utility equipment eyed as possible source of fire near LA LOS ANGELES (AP) — Federal investigators are looking into whether a huge wildfire near Los Angeles was sparked by Southern California Edison utility equipment, according to the company. Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

GOP senators see political, principle gain in court fight WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump spoke at a rally this week about how important Supreme Court nominations are to voters. by Associated Press Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

1 officer indicted in Breonna Taylor case; not for her death A Kentucky grand jury on Wednesday indicted a single former police officer for shooting into neighboring apartments but did not move forward with charges against any officers for their role in Breonna Taylor's death. by Associated Press Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:55pm

Calif reopens more widely as infections hit lowest rate LOS ANGELES (AP) — More of California was cleared to reopen additional businesses Tuesday, including most of the San Francisco Bay Area and one of Southern California’s largest counties, as coronavirus infection rates have fallen to their lowest level of the pandemic. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

NC governor: Outdoor venues could reopen at reduced capacity RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — College and professional sports teams in North Carolina may soon be allowed to host a few thousand fans in outdoor stadiums, Democratic Gov. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

With 95% homes hit, feds say no need for census extension With the number of U.S. households counted topping 95 percent, there is no reason for a judge to order the U.S. Census Bureau to extend by a month the head count of every U.S. resident, government attorneys said in court papers Tuesday. by Associated Press Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

House easily passes stopgap funding bill, averting shutdown In a sweeping bipartisan vote that takes a government shutdown off the table, the House passed a temporary government-wide funding bill Tuesday night, shortly after President Donald Trump prevailed in a behind-the-scenes fight over his farm bailout. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Pandemic highlights opportunity gaps in public schools ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — This pandemic has Geri Swann working her cellphone constantly as she deals with up to 100 emails a day seeking help for students and their families. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

'Unfathomable': US death toll from coronavirus hits 200,000 The U.S. death toll from the coronavirus topped 200,000 Tuesday, by far the highest in the world, hitting the once-unimaginable threshold six weeks before an election that is certain to be a referendum in part on President Donald Trump's handling of the crisis. by the Associated Press Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Beta weakens to tropical depression, stalls over Texas coast HOUSTON (AP) — Beta weakened to a tropical depression Tuesday as it parked itself over the Texas coast, raising concerns of extensive flooding in Houston and areas farther inland. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Few resources, old-growth forest allowed for fire’s growth LOS ANGELES (AP) — A lack of firefighting resources in the hours after it was sparked allowed a fast-moving wildfire to make an unprecedented run through Southern California mountains and eventually find fuel in old-growth trees to become one of Los Angeles County’s largest fires ever, an official said Tuesday. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Trump asks Supreme Court for fast action in census case WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court for fast action on its effort, blocked by a lower court, to exclude people in the U. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Senate GOP lines up with Trump to fill court seat WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans have swiftly fallen in line behind President Donald Trump’s rush to fill the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Supreme Court seat, all but ensuring a divisive confirmation vote despite Democrats’ objections it’s too close to the Nov. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

City restricts access before decision in Breonna Taylor case LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Officials in Kentucky’s largest city were preparing Tuesday for more protests and possible unrest as the city nervously awaits the state attorney general’s announcement about whether he will charge officers in Breonna Taylor’s shooting death. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Trump to make Supreme Court pick by Saturday WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday he expects to announce his pick for the Supreme Court by week's end, launching a Senate confirmation fight over objections from Democrats who say it's too close to the November election. by Associated Press Published Sep. 22 2020 @ 12:20am

Desert homes threatened by enormous California wildfire JUNIPER HILLS, Calif. (AP) — An enormous wildfire that churned through mountains northeast of Los Angeles and into the Mojave Desert was still threatening homes Monday, but officials said calmer winds could help crews corral the flames. by Associated Press Published Sep. 22 2020 @ 12:05am