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May 4, 2024

Georgia senators find little oversight over how Fani Willis spends taxpayer dollars: 'Like the Wild West'

Georgia lawmakers heard testimony from Fulton County officials Friday that suggested there is little oversight over how District Attorney Fani Willis manages her $36.6 million budget.

May 4, 2024

Fulton County officials testify to Georgia Senate on Fani Willis spending

Georgia senators questioned Fulton County Commissioner Robb Pitts and Fulton County Chief Financial Officer Sharon Whittmore about how District Attorney Fani Willis' office receives and spends taxpayer dollars. (The Georgia Senate)

May 4, 2024

Kentucky Derby quiz! How well do you know the historic American horse race?

Kentucky Derby quiz! See how well you know the annual American horse race ahead of its 150th celebration on May 4 — from historical facts to fashion trends.

May 4, 2024

Man, 65, bitten by shark off South Carolina coast while spearfishing, Coast Guard says

A 65-year-old man was spearfishing about 20 miles off the coast of Charleston, South Carolina, when he was bitten by a shark, the Coast Guard said.

May 4, 2024

Drum major’s hazing left heartbroken mother wondering what really happened: 'He was beaten to death'

Robert Champion, a Florida A&M drum major, was killed in November 2011. He was 26. His case is featured in Investigation Discovery’s “Murder Under the Friday Night Lights."

May 4, 2024

Fun and extravagant Kentucky Derby hats through the years

The race isn't the only thing to watch at Saturday's Kentucky Derby — especially not when there's likely to be plenty of elaborate headgear in the stands. If you're not heading to Louisville for the 150th "Run for the Roses," you can still get into the race-day spirit with a mint julep, a hot brown (turkey sandwich) and a fancy hat. While classic Kentucky Derby hats are usually decorated with anything from feathers to flowers, horse-themed headgear has been a popular choice over the years. Check these out!

May 3, 2024

Group sends letter to UN arguing Title IX overhaul could result in increased violence against women in sports

The Independent Council on Women's Sports sent a brief to the United Nations that opposes the Biden administration's overhaul to Title IX.

May 3, 2024

Biden admin’s DOE investigating Emory University for alleged anti-Muslim discrimination

Emory University is under investigation by the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights after several groups claimed the school is discriminating against Muslim students.

May 3, 2024

North Carolina student indicted for kidnapping, assault of teacher in viral incident, charged in 2nd attack

A North Carolina high school student, 17, has been indicted by a grand jury on kidnaping and assault on a government official for two separate incidents involving teachers.

May 3, 2024

New ruling reveals fate of middle school girls banned for protesting trans competitor

Five middle school girls who say they were benched from competition for objecting to a transgender competitor can compete again, a West Virginia judge has ruled.