The winner of Tuesday’s runoff will have the distinction of succeeding John Lewis, a giant of the civil rights era, and serving what would have been the final days of his 17th term in Congress.
Month: November 2020
Black Teenager Is Fatally Shot in Argument Over Music, Police Say
The authorities in Ashland, Ore., said they were investigating whether the killing of Aiden Ellison after a confrontation in a hotel parking lot had been “driven by race.”
What to Know About the Supreme Court Census Case
For two centuries, census totals used to apportion Congress have included all residents. The Supreme Court on Monday heard the Trump administration’s argument for only counting citizens.
Why School Districts Are Bringing Back Younger Children First
New York City became the highest-profile example when Mayor de Blasio said elementary schools would reopen starting Dec. 7.
Arizona and Wisconsin Certify Biden’s Wins: ‘The System Is Strong’
President Trump’s push to reverse the election results in key swing states fell short again as two states carried narrowly by Joe Biden formally signed off on their results.
One Seat, Competing Pressures as Newsom Considers Senate Pick
Alex Padilla, California’s secretary of state, has emerged as the front-runner to succeed Kamala Harris. But Gov. Gavin Newsom appears to be in no rush to make his choice.
Teaching in the Pandemic: ‘This Is Not Sustainable’
Teacher burnout could erode instructional quality, stymie working parents and hinder the reopening of the economy.