Today in Black History: Historian Dr. Carter G. Woodson initiates "Negro History Week" in 1926, which later grew into Black History Month.
The New York Times
F.B.I. Director to Give Speech Addressing Race Relations
Democrats Pick Philadelphia for 2016 Convention
Scramble at NBC to Curb Damage Done by Williams
Obama’s Dual View of War Power Seeks Limits and Leeway
Fashion’s Racial Divide
Funerals Planned for 3 Muslim Students Killed in North Carolina
Smoking’s Toll on Health Is Even Worse Than Previously Thought, a Study Finds
Report Faults Charter School Rules on Discipline of Students
Education Is Newest Target of Kansas Budget Cuts
For de Blasio and Cuomo, the Tension Comes Easily
The Christian Science Monitor
Glimmer of hope in eight-year battle to replace No Child Left Behind
With Ebola cases down dramatically, US military ends mission in West Africa (+video)
Senate holds 'interesting' tax reform hearing. Everyone shocked. (+video)
US effort to train Syrian rebels ramps up: Can Pentagon avoid past follies? (+video)
The Washington Post
NBC intensely debated firing anchor Brian Williams
Lester Holt’s unexpected promotion
Once a Jeb Bush protege, Rubio tries to distance himself from ex-governor
Some Republicans are ‘despicable’ and ‘stupid,’ Va. GOP leader tweeted
D.C. Mayor sets sight on clearing backlog of homeless in city shelters
Nation’s high school graduation rate ticks up for third year in a row
The Star Ledger
Jail official accused of having sex with inmate takes plea deal
Feds talking to S.C. airport as part of probe into Port Authority, report says
Newark's renaissance is just around the corner, city leaders say
N.J. foreclosure rate among highest in nation, but dip may signal 'light at end of tunnel'
Rutgers to host first-ever N.J. college fair for unauthorized immigrants
The Detroit Free Press
Detroit suburbs facing 11.3 percent water rate hike
Detroit council down to 2 finalists to fill vacancy
The Cleveland Plain Dealer
Columbus loses bid for Democratic National Convention; Philadelphia to host in 2016
Ohio Gov. John Kasich getting advice from Ed Gillespie, John E. Sununu and others as he ponders presidential bid
Rep. Marcy Kaptur says she supports Keystone XL pipeline despite votes against it (video)
The Los Angeles Times
Auditors' 'unfettered access' to DWP trust accounts hits a stone wall
Harris endorsements fortify her against Villaraigosa
S.F. archbishop's imposition of morality clause at schools outrages many
Gavin Newsom is the first to enter 2018 race for governor
Former Juvenile Hall officer accused of soaking boys' shoes in urine
The Chicago Tribune
Suspended Jackie Robinson West coach refuses to address accusations
Jackie Robinson West, city reel at loss of team's title
CTA attracts more haters than other transit agencies: study
Ex-Burr Oak Cemetery workers convicted of desecrating bodies
Philly,com
Riordan: A look back at black life in Burlington
Poll: N.J. residents not keen on standardized testing
DNC: Philadelphia to host 2016 Convention
Mayoral candidate Williams' resume not quite right – again
Mother of man shot dead by police addresses meeting
USA Today
Funerals set today for 3 Muslims killed in N.C.
Carter set for Senate confirmation as Defense secretary
Oregon governor says he won't step down
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