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NFL viewership decline: Was 2016 a turning point for fans?Theories abound as to why fewer people are watching NFL games on TV. Is this a single season blip, or an historic turning point?
Why Black History Month still matters in 2017The merits of designating a month for examining black history in America may be debated by some, but most scholars agree that a better understanding of the past is crucial to future reconciliation.聽
Boy Scouts to admit transgender boys: Why the shift?The Boy Scouts of America now allows transgender boys to enroll in its scouting programs, but local units sponsored by churches and other faith-based groups can opt out.聽
Amid heightened threats, US Muslims get help from their neighborsCities across the US are stepping up their patrols around mosques and Islamic institutions after an attack at a Quebec mosque.
First LookWhy Little Havana was just declared a 'national treasure'The National Trust for Historic Preservation on Friday added the immigrant community聽to its list, along with 77 other historic sites around the United States.
First LookWhy Hawaii bill would treat homelessness as a medical conditionA bill introduced by a Hawaii state senator could free up Medicaid dollars to use on a proven approach for ending homelessness.
First LookWhy is New Jersey giving new parents free baby boxes?The baby box program is inspired by a famous nationwide program in Finland, which has been distributing the cardboard package for nearly 80 years.
First Look'An American legend': Google Doodle celebrates aviator Bessie ColemanOn Bessie Coleman鈥檚 125th birthday, Google Doodle recognizes the first African-American woman in flight, who became a role model for generations of young pilots.
First LookMary Tyler Moore expanded America's view of what a woman can be'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' brought America an early image of an independent, single woman.- First LookGoogle Doodle honors activist Ed Roberts, pioneer of 'independent living' movementEd Roberts helped change Americans' perceptions of people with handicaps, helping enable generations of people with disabilities with live more independent lives.
Women鈥檚 March on Washington: What makes someone a feminist?Ahead of Saturday's protest, expected to be the largest inauguration-related demonstration in history, questions arose as to whether people who describe themselves as both feminist and against abortion could be partners.
Is watching Fox News the ultimate conservative calling card?In a Pew Research Center survey, 40 percent of Donald Trump voters say they got the bulk of their information from Fox News. Why some experts say those numbers aren't accurate.
Why suspected steroid users are now getting into the Baseball Hall of FameProfessional baseball writers are softening their views on players suspected of using performance-enhancing drugs. It's a shift some say is representative of American attitudes about the MLB's 'Steroids Era.'聽
NFL Playoffs: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Kansas City ChiefsThe final game of the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs may turn out to be the weekend鈥檚 best as the Pittsburgh Steelers travel to Kansas City.
First LookWhy an African-American Lady Liberty graces US Mint's newest coinThe coin will be the first in a series of 24-karat gold commemorative coins produced by the US Mint. They're intended to celebrate a multicultural America 鈥� and an evolving vision of liberty.
First LookPacific Pro Football League: A welcome alternative to the NFL?For players who aren't yet eligible for the NFL, the Pacific Pro Football League could provide a route to meet financial obligations 鈥� without sacrificing their education.
In a divided America, can Hollywood act as change agent?Oscar-winner Meryl Streep urged her fellow actors to be a voice for empathetic storytelling. But shifts in technology and culture have put more pressure on the film industry to come up with products meant to please rather than challenge.
Compassion quest: Police arrest seven for feeding homeless in Tampa parkDid Tampa officials clamp down on people聽for giving food without a permit because there's a national聽college football game Monday?
First LookRacism exposed: Rant leads to shuttering of Illinois Dairy QueenDairy Queen closed one of its franchise locations in Illinois after the owner used a racial slur against a customer.
Why one penny may cost more than $30,000A Tennessee company made pennies from glass during聽a copper shortage at the beginning of World War II and聽only one known unbroken penny remains 鈥� and it is scheduled to be auctioned Thursday.聽
