Biden denounces radical draft overturning Roe v. Wade
President Biden condemns the leaked Supreme Court draft as a radical shift that would end Roe v. Wade and threaten other rights. He urges Congress to codify abortion protections while voters decide in November. Senate leaders pledge action as Harris and other Democrats rally for pro choice protections nationwide.
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Storming Mariupol steel plant as evacuees reach safety
Russian forces press the assault on the Azovstal steel works in Mariupol while dozens of civilians evacuate to safety. UN official says 101 people including 17 children emerged from bunkers after two months underground. Evacuees describe nights of dread and relief at safety and aid tents with hot food and clothing.
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New Mexico governor seeks disaster status for wildfire
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham asked President Biden for a disaster declaration to aid recovery as firefighters fight the largest U S blaze in the northeast region. About 170 homes destroyed and 6 000 people evacuated as Las Vegas residents face store closures and evacuation strain. The psychiatric hospital in Las Vegas remained evacuated as officials seek financial aid and resources.
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States brace for Roe ruling with abortion rights battles
California vows to shield abortion rights in its constitution while governors in South Dakota Georgia and Oklahoma push for bans or special sessions. Nationwide, states prepare for Roe reversal with trigger laws bans and protections for providers, as polling shows broad support for keeping abortion legal.
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Former Lawrence officer faces rape and computer misuse charges
Gardner, a former Lawrence police officer, was arrested March 4 on suspicion of one count of rape, 12 counts of unlawful acts concerning computers and 12 counts of official misconduct. Investigators say he searched the Kansas Criminal Justice Information System and internal police databases repeatedly between 2017 and 2021. The case includes allegations by a woman who later reported assault by a police officer. Gardner is due for a preliminary hearing in Douglas County District Court on May 31.
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