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Today in Black America - May 10

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Today in Black History: P.B.S. Pinchback, the first Black governor in the United States, was born on this date in Macon, Georgia in 1837.


The New York Times

National

F.B.I. Director James Comey Is Fired by Trump


Editorial: The Firing of James Comey

Calls for Independent Investigator, Even From G.O.P.


With Comey Out, What Comes Next?


Echoes of Watergate in Trump’s Decision

Sally Yates Tells Senators She Warned Trump About Michael Flynn

Trump’s Proposed Tax Cut Could Open a Path to Widespread Avoidance

Senate Confirms Scott Gottlieb to Head F.D.A.


How Homeownership Became the Engine of American Inequality


Sanctuary Bills in Maryland Faced a Surprise Foe: Legal Immigrants

Prosecutors Taking Tougher Stance in Fraternity Hazing Deaths


Trump Walks Back Threat to Defund Black Colleges


New York


For Group of Breakaway Democrats in New York, It Pays to Be No. 2

Jersey City Mayor Balks at Tax Break for Kushners

$1.2 Million City Settlement With Rikers Inmates Who Accused Guard of Rape

At First New Jersey Governor Debates, Parties Differ on Policy and in Tone


The Star-Ledger


Booker says FBI chief Comey's firing by Trump should 'set off alarm bells'

Frelinghuysen defends Obamacare repeal vote in telephone town hall


11 moments you're sorry you missed from the first NJ governor debates

Unpopular Christie looms as candidates clash in 1st Republican governor debate


Swinging a sledgehammer, Newark mayor helps launch warehouse redevelopment

Former Rutgers football star indicted for role in Elizabeth shooting



Philly.com


Philly DA Williams faces more federal corruption charges

Philly prosecutors sick of Williams, worry about backlash

Eight more Penn State frat members arraigned


Philly controller's race heats up at forum, barbs exchanged


The Cleveland Plain Dealer

AG Mike DeWine balks at role in challenge to Jeff Johnson's Cleveland mayoral bid

19-year-old Clevelander is one of Kent State University's youngest graduates


See Ohio's 99 National Merit $2,500 scholarship winners


Q Arena controversy is an old Cleveland story about the haves and have nots: Randy Cunningham (Opinion)

U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce takes a stand on GOP health care bill: editorial


Cedarville University is first in Ohio to allow concealed guns on campus


The Chicago Tribune


Editorial: Trump's firing of Comey looks like a politically motivated hatchet job

2 dead, 8 wounded in Tuesday shootings

Prosecutors detail how a brutal gang and its cult of death left trail of murder

Chicago alderman stands by comments despite gang threats, police protection

CPS says it may fall short on upcoming pension payment

EDITORIALS: For Illinois governor: Trade union leaders flock to the party that poorly serves their members



The Los Angeles Times


There were serious problems in 2016 for some California voters who don't speak English, new report says


LAUSD is making it harder for immigration officials to enter schools

Candidate to lead the California Democratic Party asks supporters for help fighting rumors about him online

Fatal police shooting in Sunland marks first time LAPD fires from helicopter


The Detroit Free Press


Chase to commit $50 million more to Detroit


Michigan Rep. John Kivela dies of apparent suicide after 2nd DUI arrest

With Kildee opting out, governor's race wide open

Detroit board close to finalizing negotiations with Vitti

Writing program for students promotes tolerance


The Washington Post


Comey’s removal sparks fears about future of Russia probe

Justice Department says Comey mishandled Clinton email probe


Shocking firing raises questions and stakes for the White House

White House staff scrambled to explain the bombshell news


Trump to sit down with Russian foreign minister, one day after firing Comey

Democrats press for independent probe of Russia’s meddling in U.S. election

Jeffrey Toobin on Comey firing: ‘They will put in a stooge who will shut down this investigation’


U.S. Census director quits as funding crisis looms for 2020 count


Grassley, Chaffetz rebuke HHS secretary for muzzling agency employees


West Virginia journalist arrested after asking HHS Secretary Tom Price a question

The secret deal the Associated Press made with the Nazis during WWII


Senate Republicans face their own divisions in push for health-care overhaul

At raucous town hall, Rep. Dave Brat struggles to speak above the jeers


Bowser cabinet official probed over child’s school placement


Wrongfully convicted and imprisoned, Jimmie Gardner is seeking more justice


USA Today


Analysis: James Comey's firing won't end election controversy over Russia


Democrats call for independent Russia probe in wake of Comey firing









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