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Furious Hours: Murder, Fraud, and the Last Trial of Harper Lee, by Casey Cep

'Furious Hours' Tells The Tale Of Harper Lee And Her Unfinished Work

Writer Casey Cep's book delivers a gripping, incredibly well-written portrait not only of Harper Lee, but also of mid-20th century Alabama — and a still-unanswered set of crimes.

Then-businessman Donald Trump speaks at the groundbreaking of The Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., on Jan. 14, 2005.

Insults, Lawsuits And Broken Rules: How Trump Built A California Golf Course

In 2002, Donald Trump was expected to be a savior for Rancho Palos Verdes. But over the next decade, he brought lawsuits and offended residents. It's a lesson in Trump's management style.

Kimbrely Brock sits on the steps of a friend's trailer that was destroyed by Hurricane Michael in Panama City, Fla., in October. President Trump holds a political rally in Panama City Wednesday.

As Hurricane Relief Stalls In D.C., Trump To Rally Base In Florida Panhandle

The president is holding a rally in Florida on Wednesday, as the 2020 campaign accelerates. Officials in the region are not happy that funding to help rebuild after Hurricane Michael has been held up.

As Hurricane Relief Stalls In D.C., Trump To Rally Base In Florida Panhandle

The president is holding a rally in Florida on Wednesday, as the 2020 campaign accelerates. Officials in the region are not happy that funding to help rebuild after Hurricane Michael has been held up.

Rep. John Anderson of Illinois announcing his independent candidacy on April 24, 1980, in Washington.

John Anderson, Independent For President In 1980, Dies At 95

The 10-term Illinois Republican Congressman ran against Ronald Reagan in the primary. But after losing his home state to Reagan, Anderson bolted his party and ran as an independent.

Mourners transport the flag-draped coffin of Iraqi archaeologist Lamia al-Gailani, seen in the poster, for burial during her funeral procession in the National Museum in Baghdad on Jan. 21. Iraq is mourning the loss of a beloved archaeologist who helped rebuild her country's leading museum in the aftermath of the U.S. invasion in 2003.

Remembering Lamia Al-Gailani, Pioneering Iraqi Archaeologist

The noted Iraqi archaeologist died Jan. 18 in Jordan. She helped restore Iraq's national museum after it was looted in 2003 and specialized in the study of ancient cylinder seals.

A Senegalese woman wears clothing and gold jewelry inspired by the fashions of the country's powerful signares -- women who lived in the 18th and 19th century. The photo is featured in the exhibit at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African Art.

Senegal's Stunning Gold Jewelry ... And The Controversial Women Who Wore It

An exhibit at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African Art highlights intricate gold work that nearly disappeared — as well as its past ties to a morally complicated group of powerful women.

Hien Tran, 66, and her dog Lucy at the Thai Xuan Village apartment complex in Houston.

Decades After Clashing With The Klan, A Thriving Vietnamese Community In Texas

When Vietnamese immigrants first arrived in Texas, they received a hostile reception from locals who were concerned about competition. Now that immigrant community is thriving.

Heather Burns at Martin Elementary School in South San Francisco, where she now teaches third grade. Burns was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016 and had to pay for her own substitute while on sick leave.

California Teachers Pay For Their Own Substitutes During Extended Sick Leave

A teacher battling cancer has to pay for her own substitute. Now some lawmakers are calling for a change in the state education code to eliminate this hardship.

Deb Gangwish inspects soil on her farm near Shelton, Neb.

A Grass-Roots Movement For Healthy Soil Spreads Among Farmers

America's farmers are digging soil like never before. A movement for "regenerative agriculture" is dedicated to building healthier soil and could even lead to a new eco-label on food.

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