US moves forward with plan to end wild bird protections
The Trump administration moved forward Friday with plans to scale back a century-old law protecting most American wild bird species despite warnings that billions of birds could die as a result.
Looting costs businesses in major metro areas at least $400M, experts estimate
Criminals appear to have taken advantage of large, peaceful protests over the death of George Floyd.
Ivanka Trump commencement address at WSU Tech canceled after backlash
WSU Tech's decision came after a professor at its partner school wrote a letter opposing the invitation to Ivanka Trump.
Trump says White House to announce tax incentives for restaurants, entertainment industry 'soon'
Trump first floated a proposal to restore tax deductions for businesses spending money at restaurants and on entertainment at the end of March.
Twitter disables Trump campaign’s George Floyd video tribute
Last month, Twitter placed fact-check warnings on two tweets from Trump’s own account that called mail-in ballots “fraudulent” and predicted problems with the November U.S. elections.
Kudlow says next coronavirus relief package needs to include 'long-term' measures to support economy
Some options currently under consideration at the White House include a payroll tax cut.
Trump signs PPP reform bill loosening restrictions on small business loan recipients
Small business owners now only have to spend 60 percent of the aid on maintaining payroll.
Trump predicts 2021 will be 'best year' for US economy after May jobs rebound
The nation's unemployment rate dropped to 13.3 percent from 14.7 percent.
A conclave of America’s top CEOs talks race and making change
Some of America's top CEOs gathered this week to talk about race relations and social justice.
Biden raked in $4M during Silicon Valley fundraiser hosted by Tom Steyer
During the fundraiser, Biden addressed the civil unrest in the country following the death of George Floyd.
Some restaurants had been set to reopen. Now they are repairing damage
Roughly half of U.S. restaurant units are independently run, putting them at great risk when financial hardship falls.
Trump heads to rural Maine
The sheriff in the state’s most rural county is urging those expected to protest Trump’s visit — and those who support him — to behave themselves as demonstrations continue around the country over the death of George Floyd in police custody in Minneapolis.
California curfews lifting amid peaceful protests
The tone was passionate but less confrontational
Goldman Sachs executive's email making plea for racial equality goes viral at firm
The email coincides with other Wall Street executives and companies speaking out against racial inequality
Who is Sheryl Sandberg?
Here’s what you need to know about Facebook’s chief operating officer.
FBI seeking tips on George Floyd protests' 'violent agitators'
FBI is asking the public to send any tips or digital media that shows any violence at protests
Midwest Taco chain embroiled in George Floyd protests after police catering order
A Midwest taco chain has found itself swept up in the middle of the dispute over the criminal justice system’s treatment of African Americans following the death of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor.
Protesters, officials call for police to be defunded
The call for police budget cuts comes at a time when most states were already faced with the need to reevaluate spending amid deficits and economic uncertainty that are a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Looting during George Floyd protests could cost NYC businesses ‘tens of millions’
That price tag includes the expense of repairs in addition to enhanced security and insurance costs, one expert said.
Racial discrimination books become best-sellers during George Floyd protests
Books analyzing the history of race relations in the U.S. are in high demand amid recent protests.



















