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WA asks judge to force Tacoma immigrant detention center operator to let inspectors in
TACOMA — Washington state health inspectors have tried for months to investigate complaints at the embattled immig…
Juneteenth takes on new meaning amid push for racial justice
DETROIT (AP) — Protesters marched over the Brooklyn Bridge, chanted “We want justice now!” near St. Louis' Gateway Arch, stopped work at West Coast ports and paused for a moment of silence at the Martin Luther King…
The Latest: Black cultural leaders sign anti-racism letter
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'This is beautiful' - Juneteenth rally, march in Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Hundreds of people, including families and young children, gathered at a peaceful rally and march in the heart of Portland’s historically Black neighborhood to celebrate Juneteenth, a holiday …
The Latest: Judge bars some police tactics in Charlotte, NC
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The Latest: Wisconsin governor calls for chokehold ban
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The Latest: Court monitor to review Cleveland police actions
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Washington approves killing of 2 wolves that prey on cattle
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — The state of Washington on Friday authorized the killing of two wolves in the Togo pack in Ferry County because of repeated depredations of cattle grazing in the Kettle River Range.
Oregon's coronavirus case count increases by 206
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — The state's coronavirus cases increased by 206 on Friday, the Oregon Health Authority announced.
The Latest: Tulsa mayor lifts curfew around Trump rally
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Trump administration backs Idaho transgender sports ban
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A recently passed Idaho law banning transgender women from competing in women’s sports — the first such law in the nation — received backing on Friday from the administration of President Donald…
Multiple Juneteenth celebrations happening in Seattle
SEATTLE (AP) — Thousands of people marched Friday in Seattle’s Central District in one of several events around the city and region to celebrate Juneteenth, which is celebrated as the end of slavery in the United S…
The Latest: LSU strips name of segregationist from library
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Trump administration supports Idaho transgender sports ban
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A recently passed Idaho law banning transgender women from competing in women’s sports — the first such law in the nation — received support from the Trump administration on Friday.
The Latest: Juneteenth marches to converge on White House
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The Latest: Juneteenth marches in Chicago have festive tone
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