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Engaging with Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: A reading list

Over the past year, stories surrounding Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have been full of violence and grief — here are some reading recommendations that'll take you beyond just suffering.

A county in Virginia is pushing back on Gov. Ralph Northam's coronavirus restrictions, saying they violate individual rights. Here, Northam removes his mask during a COVID-19 briefing in Richmond last month.

Virginia County Votes To Reject Gov. Northam's Coronavirus Restrictions

The Board of Supervisors declares Campbell County to be a "First Amendment Sanctuary" and deems Gov. Ralph Northam's orders to violate constitutional rights.

The Jan. 28 nitrogen gas leak at the Gainesville, Ga. Foundation Food Group plant killed six people and sent 12 others to the hospital.

Investigation Into Fatal Gas Leak At Georgia Poultry Plant Could Take Years

Federal investigators say the leak occurred following work on a recently installed freezing line.

Chrystal Bell lives in New York City with her son Caleb, who is deaf, blind and nonverbal. When the pandemic closed schools, he lost access to tactile special education that he needs in order to learn.

After Months Of Special Education Turmoil, Families Say Schools Owe Them

Special education services were severely disrupted when schools closed in spring 2020. In many places, they have yet to fully resume. Now, families are demanding schools take action.

Anti-junta protesters run from teargas fired by police during a demonstration in Yangon on Monday. At least 18 people were killed over the weekend as Myanmar police reportedly used live ammunition against protesters.

Myanmar's Suu Kyi Appears Before Court As Supporters Continue Protests

The detained former leader appeared for a hearing Monday, a month after being ousted in a coup, as her supporters staged protests, despite a deadly crackdown by police.

With More Women In State Office, Family Leave Policies Have Not Caught Up

More women are becoming state lawmakers, but many legislatures still don't have family leave policies. That leaves new mothers little choice but to miss out on the lawmaking process.

People holding umbrellas walk through New York City's Times Square in 2019. The U.S. Census Bureau plans to change how it protects the confidentiality of people's information in the detailed demographic data it produces through the 2020 count.

For The U.S. Census, Keeping Your Data Anonymous And Useful Is A Tricky Balance

The Census Bureau must protect people's privacy when it releases demographic data from the 2020 count. Plans to change how it does that have sparked controversy over how it may affect redistricting.

Tony Finau and other top golfers wore red in a tribute to Tiger Woods on Sunday, wishing him a full recovery from a dangerous car crash.

'Hard To Explain': Tiger Woods Thanks Golfers For Wearing Red In His Honor On Sunday

"To every golfer and every fan, you are truly helping me get through this tough time," Tiger Woods said after dozens of pro golfers and staff

Riley Williams, 22, of Harrisburg, Pa., was released from jail into her mother's custody Thursday. She's charged in connection with the theft of Speaker Nancy Pelosi's laptop during the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Woman Charged In Theft Of Pelosi's Laptop Released From Jail

Riley Williams, 22, was released from jail Thursday into her mother's custody. Williams is charged with stealing House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's laptop during the attack on the Capitol.

Billye Aaron listens during "A Celebration of Henry Louis Aaron," a memorial service celebrating the life and enduring legacy of the late Hall of Famer and American icon at Truist Park in Atlanta.

Funeral For Hank Aaron: The 'Marvel from Mobile' Is Honored In Atlanta

Even before Hank Aaron set foot on the field or got a hit in Atlanta, said former Mayor Andrew Young, he "changed this city" for the better.

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