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Texas Congressman Pitches $100m Spending For Mental Health Programs

While some pushed for arming school police officers with bulletproof shields, House Speaker Dade Phelan is also asking to redirect state funding for mental health and school safety.

Haberman On How Trump Is Setting Up His Defense To Jan. 6 Hearings

New York Times journalist Maggie Haberman breaks down former President Donald Trump's response to the January 6th Select Committee, and how it can explain what his defense may be.

What One Man’s Life And Death Can Teach Us About The Fight For The...

A former slave's story shows both the immense power of the vote and the community-shattering effects when it's taken away by violence.

School Shooting Survivor: Hardening Schools Is An Excuse, Not A Solution

Gun law activist Cameron Kasky talks to Christiane Amanpour about his push for substantial gun legislation in the United States.

Inflation Draining Social Security, Retirement Accts

The rise in inflation is especially hard for some senior citizens. Joyce Silla, a retired assistant director of housekeeping, has seen her savings depleted.

Formula Crisis Spurs Moms To Try To Rethink Breastfeeding

As the US formula shortage continues, mothers are being forced to reconsider their nursing plans.

Health Minute: New Info On Vaccine Rollout For Young Kids

Vaccinations for children under five could start as early as the week of June 20th. Parents wait for a final decision on vaccines for this age group.

‘Spare Me The Bulls***’: Democratic Lawmaker Fires Back At GOP During Hearing

Rep. David Cicilline (D-RI) recalls a heated moment between Democrats and Republicans during a House Judiciary Committee meeting on a package of gun control measures.

Jimmy Kimmel Presses Biden On Gun Control

Jimmy Kimmel pushed President Biden for answers on gun control and abortion rights during Biden's first in-person appearance on late-night TV since taking office.

Swedish Rapper Timbuktu Share His Story On Stage In Harlem

The Harlem Stage Gatehouse theater is reopening this week with "A Drop of Midnight," which follows a tale of race relations and family lines across continents.

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Where’s Blade? Fans Wonder Why Marvel Studios Cutbacks Seem To Be...

Mahershala Ali has said he’s moved on from the “Blade” reboot, making it another MCU project that’s fallen by the wayside. Black fans are asking whether Black characters are being purposely neglected and sidelined.