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Harvey Weinstein leaves court in New York City on Tuesday. The former Hollywood megaproducer, whose career unraveled beneath scores of allegations, is facing multiple criminal charges of rape and predatory sexual assault.

The Harvey Weinstein Trial: A Brief Timeline Of How We Got Here

For years, dark rumors swirled around the movie producer. So how did those whispered allegations result in a full-fledged criminal trial? Here's an abridged history.

A woman fills out a ballot in California, June 7, 2016.

San Diego Cities Are Switching To District Elections To Increase Diversity — But Is It Working?

Most cities switched in the last few years to avoid lawsuits brought under the California Voting Rights Act that allege those cities are under-representing minorities.

Gaosong Heu talks about reactions in the Hmong community to the killing of George Floyd. Former police officer Tou Thao, a Hmong American, is seen on video of the killing running interference with the crowd and standing watch. His involvement has stirred a racial debate among Asian Americans.

For One Immigrant Community, George Floyd's Death Isn't Just About Black And White

George Floyd's death isn't just a story about a black man and the white cop charged with his murder. Among Asian Americans, the involvement of Hmong officer Tou Thao is stirring a racial debate.

French President Emmanuel Macron attends a video conference call with French virologist Françoise Barré-Sinoussi on efforts to develop a vaccine and treatment against the new coronavirus, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, Thursday.

Several European Leaders See A Popularity Boost During Coronavirus Pandemic

Even after Europe became an epicenter in the global spread of COVID-19, a number of leaders have had growing approval from their citizens.

Chicago Teachers Will Go On Strike, Capping Years Of Social Justice Activism

For the second time in seven years, Chicago Public Schools teachers will be on strike starting Thursday, walking out of class, they say, in the name of better schools.

Jeremy Dutcher, photographed at the conclusion of his performance during the 2018 Polaris Prize ceremony on Sep. 17, 2018, where he was given the evening's top prize.

Jeremy Dutcher, The Newest Light In Canada's Indigenous Renaissance

Dutcher spent five years researching, writing and recording his brilliant and ambitious debut album, Wolastoqiyik Lintuwakonawa -- now, it has earned one of Canada's most prestigious prizes.

At Least 10 People Shot Near New Orleans' French Quarter

Police say the shooting occurred around 3:30 a.m. local time on Sunday, and two of the victims are in critical condition.

Idaho Gov. Brad Little speaks with reporters at the Statehouse in Boise last month. In a statement released Wednesday, Little told residents that some businesses — those at which safe social distancing can be practiced — may have an opportunity to reopen after April 30.

Some States Express Optimism About Reopening For Business Next Month

Idaho, Ohio and North Dakota at least have told nonessential businesses they may be OK to reopen May 1. Their optimism echoes the line coming from the White House — but others fear it's too soon.

Fartuun Adan (right) and Ilwad Elman, the mother and daughter named winners of this year's $1 million Aurora Prize for their efforts to help former child soldiers and others in their native Somalia.

No It's Not A TV Movie: Death, Renewed Determination, A $1 Million Prize

The patriarch/peace activist was assassinated in Somalia. His wife and 3 daughters fled. Mom (and one child) returned to build on his work. Now they've won the Aurora Prize — which has its own twist.

People outside at Mission Beach in San Diego, April 30, 2020.

Californians Mostly Keeping Social Distance Protocol at Beaches, Police Say

A week after Californians weary of stay-at-home orders packed beaches, authorities pleaded for weekend visitors to follow social distancing rules: no bunching, keep walking or swimming, and leave the umbrellas at home.

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