DC judge permanently dismisses case charging ex-Olympian with vandalizing Reflecting PoolA judge in Washington has agreed to permanently dismiss a criminal case charging a former Olympian with vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The decision could prevent federal prosecutors...SFGATE6d agoWhole story →JusticeCulturevandalism case dismissal
Muslim Americans push back as Republican politicians stoke anti-Sharia rhetoric ahead of electionSenator Ted Cruz targeted Muslim Americans at the recent Republican midterm convention, declaring that Sharia law “has no place in America.” It was part of a broader surge of GOP rhetoric...SFGATE12d agoWhole story →CultureGovernmentTed Cruzmidterm election rhetoric
backpacks, duffels and travel bags up to 70% offOsprey is offering discounts of up to 70% on backpacks, travel bags and more, including the 13L Daylite for $42.25.SFGATE13d agoWhole story →Culture
Judge blocks Kennedy Center board from putting Trump's name on the building or grounds in any wayA federal judge has blocked the Kennedy Center from returning President Donald Trump’s name to the iconic performing arts venue in a move meant to recognize his renovation efforts. In the ruling...SFGATE22d agoWhole story →GovernmentCulturekennedy center naming dispute
Trump asks Smithsonian to install George Washington statues and exhibitPresident Donald Trump has called on the Smithsonian to install a colossal statue of George Washington outside the National Museum of American History. In late night social media posts Friday, he also...SFGATE26d agoWhole story →GovernmentCultureDonald Trumptrump smithsonian request
