Judge strikes down Trump administration guidance against DEI programs at schools A federal judge on Thursday struck down two Trump administration actions aimed at eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion programs at the nation's schools and universities. The Associated Press
Blackwater founder to deploy nearly 200 personnel to Haiti as gang violence soars The deployment is meant to help the government of Haiti recover vast swaths of territory seized in the past year and now controlled by heavily armed gangs. The Associated Press
Trump administration claims D.C. police chief powers, but capital leaders push back Attorney General Pam Bondi said in a directive issued Thursday evening that DEA boss Terry Cole will assume "powers and duties vested in the District of Columbia Chief of Police." The Associated Press
Thursday Evening Headlines Costco won't sell mifepristone, staffer in Hilary Franz's office claims retaliation after reporting domestic violence, and heavy rain is on the way. Patricia Murphy
At 45, Venus Williams will be the oldest player in the U.S. Open in decades With a wild card invitation, the tennis legend is making history in her return to the U.S. Open later this month as the oldest singles player to take the court in more than 40 years. Alana Wise
Could the Supreme Court overturn same-sex marriage? A former Kentucky county clerk is making a long-shot bid to convince the Supreme Court to overturn its landmark ruling legalizing gay marriage. We'll talk about the future of LGBTQ rights before a conservative Supreme Court majority. Sarah Leibovitz
Why one doctor says we're 'walking blind' in the mpox emergency A year ago, on August 14, 2024, the World Health Organization declared mpox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Why are health experts so frustrated by the world's response? Gabrielle Emanuel
D.C. clergy slam federal takeover: 'Fear is not a strategy for safety' A group of religious leaders in Washington, D.C. is criticizing President Donald Trump's federal takeover of the District's police force, saying his rhetoric is dehumanizing and counterproductive. Jason DeRose
Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - Aug 15-17 Tattoos, and Air Shows, and Podcasts, OH MY!! Soundside producer Jason Megatron Burrows has all the exciting events happening this weekend! Libby Denkmann
Failed New Mexico candidate gets 80 years in shootings at rivals' homes A jury convicted former Republican candidate Solomon Peña of conspiracy, weapons and other charges in the shootings in 2022 and 2023 on the homes of four Democratic officials in Albuquerque, including the current state House speaker. The Associated Press