The NYPD’s “victim-centered” approach to sex crimes is translating into more privacy for accusers. The NYPD has built private interview rooms for accusers, added more investigators to trim caseloads. (Aug. 28)
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Ohio State coach Ryan Day takes over
Ohio State coach Ryan Day is taking over a program that lost only nine games in seven seasons under Urban Meyer. He didn’t want to make change for the sake of change but was motivated to do things his way. (Aug. 28)
Atlanta United Wins Another Trophy
Atlanta United captures its third trophy in less than nine months with a 2-1 victory over Minnesota for the U.S. Open Cup. Atlanta previously won the MLS Cup and the Campeones Cup. (Aug. XX)
Fallout from Tennessee coal ash spill continues
A massive coal ash spill outside a Tennessee power plant in 2008 has had long reaching consequences, workers who cleaned up the ash spill say they are suffering from illnesses that include cancer. (Aug. 28)
Epstein accusers pour out their anger in court
One by one, more than a dozen of Jeffrey Epstein’s accusers stood before a judge and poured out their anger toward the financier Tuesday, taking advantage of an extraordinary opportunity to be heard in court after Epstein’s jailhouse suicide. (Aug. 27)
Stolen police SUV crash: 2 children dead, 10 hurt
The Dayton, Ohio Police Department says two children were killed in a multi-vehicle accident involving a stolen police SUV. A suspect was taken into custody. (Aug. 27)
Expert: Trump’s G-7 idea raises ethics questions
A political scientist in Washington says President Donald Trump’s suggestion next year’s G-7 summit be held at one of his resorts raises concerns under the Constitution’s emoluments clause. (Aug. 27)
Stars sparkle on VMA red carpet
From a red hot Lizzo in a fiery Moschino gown to Taylor Swift in a sparkling Versace blazer, stars went all out for a glitzy night on the VMA red carpet. (Aug 26)
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Here’s the latest for Monday August 26th: Trump says China called to make trade deal; Hong Kong police say protesters arrested; NYC jewelry store robbed; Dave Chappelle hosts benefit concert for Dayton survivors, victims’ families.
Dave Chappelle hosts Dayton, Ohio benefit concert
Comedian Dave Chappelle hosted a benefit concert in Dayton, Ohio on Sunday, for the survivors and families of victims of the recent mass shooting in that city. Celebrities including Jon Stewart and Stevie Wonder joined Chappelle on stage. (Aug. 26)
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