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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