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Nipsey Hussle: Jury finds man guilty in hip-hop artist's murder

A Los Angeles jury has found Eric Ronald Holder Jr. guilty of first-degree murder in shooting death of the late rapper Nipsey Hussle.

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Desegregation of the New York City Schools: A Story of the Silk Stocking Sisters

Desegregation of the New York City Schools: A Story of the Silk Stocking Sisters explores the use of young black and brown children to eliminate segregation in an urban public school to meet the challenges of equal educational opportunity in the North during the mid-twentieth century. Author Theresa J. Canada, herself part of the experiment, tells the story of the desegregation of PS 6—an elite New York City public school—through the narratives of seven of the girls who desegregated the school. While all of the names within each narrative have been changed, the book follows the author as well as the stories of her elementary school classmates.

Judge Jordan Let Off the Hook After Criminal Charges

Democratic Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian Middleton bailed out a fellow Democratic judge just days after he was indicted by a grand jury for official oppression.

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Morelia Gourmet Paletas Launches New Boozy Paletas for the Summer

Miami’s Favorite Popsicle Shop Releases Two New Boozy Paletas!

Morelia Gourmet Paletas, also known as Paletas Morelia, has just launch two new boozy flavors - Mojito and Bliss on the Beach! These alcoholic pops will be available at all locations — from South Florida to Charlotte, NC and Sugar Land, TX. All guests will be able to enjoy the best ice cream experience with a little twist!

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After string of Supreme Court setbacks, Democrats wonder whether Biden White House is capable of urgency moment demands

Debra Messing was fed up. The former "Will & Grace" star was among dozens of celebrity Democratic supporters and activists who joined a call with White House aides last Monday to discuss the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.

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Biden awards 4 Vietnam veterans with the Medal of Honor

President Joe Biden on Tuesday bestowed the Medal of Honor to four Army veterans who fought in the Vietnam War, upgrading previous honors they had received for their acts of valor.

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Swapping tip-offs for tipples, these NBA stars are hoping to hit the right notes in the wine industry

Through the entirety of a five-course dinner, three NBA stars said little about basketball.

New drugs effective at killing leukemia cells, early study finds

New research has identified a unique form of chemotherapy which preliminary experiments show is effective at targeting different leukemia cells.

Manhunt in Chunchula ends after suspect runs off into woods

Lawmen called off an intense manhunt Monday afternoon after an hours-long search in Chunchula.

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Subway is redesigning its menu

Subway is launching a new menu, and it's the most extensive makeover in the company's nearly 60-year history.

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Macy Gray and Bette Midler face backlash for comments criticized as transphobic

Both Macy Gray and Better Midler are being accused of being transphobic.

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My transplant opened my eyes to the need for organ donors

My CNN colleague Richard Roth recently needed a kidney transplant -- his second in nearly 25 years. The email announcing he'd gotten the organ and was so grateful for his donor made me smile and cry a little.

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Little Red Box Grocery in East End Houston Aims to End Food Deserts

the new community-driven effort launches to improve healthy food access in low-income neighborhoods

Samuel Newman opened the Little Red Box, a 800 sq-ft retail location as a ‘third place’ for the neighborhood for food access.

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Demand for abortion providers is expected to surge in some states. Doctors and nurses turned to TikTok to offer help

After the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, medical professionals across the country are using their TikTok accounts to show support and offer help to obstetricians and gynecologists who may be facing an increased demand for abortion care in states where the procedure is still legal.

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Road rage can overcome even the best drivers. Here's how to keep your cool while driving

Drivers swerve erratically while on their phones or dart dangerously around other cars. The blare of horns keeps you on edge as traffic backs up. It's enough to test anyone's patience.

It's OK to feel angry at the Roe v. Wade reversal. Here's how to take care of yourself in this tough time

Those were some of the emotions that flooded over many people when the United States Supreme Court announced it was overturning Roe v. Wade, eliminating the federal right to an abortion.

Covid-19 reinfections may increase the likelihood of new health problems

Repeatedly catching Covid-19 appears to increase the chances that a person will face new and sometimes lasting health problems after their infection, according to the first study on the health risks of reinfection.

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Russian hackers allegedly target Ukraine's biggest private energy firm

Russian hackers carried out a "cyberattack" on Ukraine's biggest private energy conglomerate in retaliation for its owner's opposition to Russia's war in Ukraine, the firm said Friday.

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Kohl’s Unveils Locations of 400 New Sephora at Kohl’s Shops Opening This Year

“We’re thrilled to be bringing Sephora at Kohl’s closer to millions more of our customers nationwide through this 400 store expansion,” said Doug Howe, Kohl’s chief merchandising officer. “The quick and vast rollout of Sephora at Kohl’s is a testament to how much we believe in this partnership and making prestige beauty more accessible to people everywhere. We’re excited to grow and bring this elevated beauty experience to more of Kohl’s existing and new customers this year.”

U.S. Department of Education Answers President Biden’s Call to Action to Spur Academic Recovery

Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced a series of actions to support students' academic recovery and to ensure recovery efforts are meeting student, parent, and family needs. These actions will help meet President Biden’s call for more schools to invest in strategies to accelerate academic recovery using American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds and to galvanize more Americans to serve their communities by becoming tutors and mentors to help address the impact of missed instruction on our nation’s students.