Today in Black History: On this date in 1843 in Buffalo, New York, Blacks participated in a national political convention for the first time.
The New York Times
National
A Lynching Memorial Forces a Reckoning for a Nation, and a Newspaper
Texas’ Voter ID Law Does Not Discriminate and Can Stand, Appeals Panel Rules
Detroit Was Crumbling. Here’s How It’s Reviving.
U.S. Allies Brace for Trade War as Talks on Trump Tariffs Stall
Pompeo, in Israel, Bypasses Palestinians Amid Gaza Crisis
Kim Says He’ll Give Up Nuclear Weapons if U.S. Won’t Invade
Sprint and T-Mobile Agree to Merge. Will the F.C.C. Allow It?
How Would a Merger Affect Your Cellphone Bill?
In Battle to Be Ohio Governor Candidate, It’s Left vs. Left
What to Keep in Mind About the Midterm Elections
Correspondents’ Dinner Routine Sets Off Furor
RETRO REPORT: Do Stronger Gun Laws Stand a Chance?
Local
The Sheldon Silver Trial: Take Two
They Revealed Harassment Claims Against a Professor, and Were Disciplined
3 G.O.P. State Senators to Retire, Raising Democrats’ Hopes
Philly.com
Pennsylvania's gerrymandering surprise co-conspirators: Democrats
Cosby juror: I was convinced by comedy icon's own words
On immigration, guns, and racial equality, Camden's bishop is a progressive voice for change
Philly sheriff cited for operating illegal triplex in North Philly
The Detroit Free Press
Metro Detroit's poverty gets worse despite city's comeback
Crews begin first of 3 street sweeping cycles in Detroit
Detroit to show off progress to nation's city builders at annual meeting
More than a headscarf: Forum takes aim at misconceptions about Muslims
The Star-Ledger
A veteran from N.J. says the FBI is targeting him. Is he one of many?
Did Republicans just wave the white flag in this N.J. House race?
Heartbreak after college student stabbed to death in Montclair
The Chicago Tribune
Massive gang database kept by Chicago police under fire as inaccurate, outdated
On way to park, family stunned as 5-year-old girl is wounded by gunfire in front of Albany Park home
Man killed in South Austin among 8 shot in Chicago on Sunday
University of Chicago's new trauma center opens, with cautious optimism
EDITORIALS: The threat of a graduated income tax
The Cleveland Plain Dealer
Cuyahoga County youth program faces uncertain future with Ohio Medicaid changes
Ohio governor Kasich wants Republican Party to 'come home'
Dear Cleveland: We're ready to talk, will you take us seriously?
Dear Cleveland: Training with police gave us a new perspective, but we still have questions
Empowering Youth, Exploring Justice founder says there's "power" in hearing young voices
The Los Angeles Times
After decades of coping, survivors of Golden State Killer feel relief upon suspect's arrest
L.A. County officials considering property tax for stormwater measures
Police seek public's help in locating gunman who fatally shot teenage girl at South Los Angeles hamburger stand
Andrés Alonso withdraws from consideration for L.A. schools job
The Washington Post
‘Ready, shoot, aim’: Trump’s loyalty tests cause hiring headaches
This little-known megadonor is pouring money into GOP candidates — and setting the tone for the primaries
Gubernatorial primaries emerge as battleground for the soul of the Democratic Party
The NRA said guns will be banned during a Pence speech. School shooting survivors see hypocrisy.
Comey calls House Intelligence Committee’s Russia investigation ‘a wreck’
Southern Baptist leader pushes back after comments leak urging abused women to pray and avoid divorce
Investigation at dead end in American University hate crime
Howard faculty council calls on university leaders to resign
They thought Georgetown University’s missing slaves were ‘lost.’ The truth was closer to home than anyone knew.
D.C. schools could face sharp dip in graduation rate after scandal
USA Today
Student loans: Court fight looms over debts of former Corinthian Colleges students
Sajid Javid replaces Amber Rudd as U.K. home minister amid immigration scandal
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