Boston Marathon and city insist all are welcome. But some runners say politics will keep them home

The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee has implemented a policy barring transgender women from competing in women's sports, aligning with President Trump's executive order on the matter. This decision has drawn criticism from organizations like the National Women's Law Center, raising concerns about fairness and the impact on athletes, particularly ahead of the 2024 Olympics. Want More Context? 🔎

New video shared with ABC News reveals harsh conditions at a federal "holding facility" for detained migrants in New York City, where individuals appear cramped and uncomfortable. While the Department of Homeland Security claims the site is merely a processing center, advocates and Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz argue it functions as a detention center, demanding oversight and improved treatment for detainees. Want More Context? 🔎

The death of Phillip Reeder, a 53-year-old man in Alabama, has been ruled a homicide after a police officer restrained him by kneeling on his neck during an altercation on August 4, 2024. Reeder, who suffered from heart disease and had cocaine in his system, became unresponsive after police used a stun gun and physical restraint, prompting family comparisons to the George Floyd case. Want More Context? 🔎

A Florida sheriff's office suspended Officer D. Bowers after he punched driver William McNeil Jr. during a traffic stop in Jacksonville, which went viral. While a state prosecutor found no criminal misconduct, McNeil, who suffered injuries, was sentenced for resisting arrest and driving with a suspended license, and his attorney highlighted concerns over racial violence in policing. Want More Context? 🔎

Roy Black, a renowned Miami defense attorney known for representing high-profile clients like Jeffrey Epstein and William Kennedy Smith, passed away at 80 at his home in Coral Gables. His law partner, Howard Srebnick, and fellow attorney David O. Markus praised Black's unparalleled dedication and influence in criminal defense, likening him to a sports legend. Want More Context? 🔎

At age 45, Venus Williams became the second-oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match, defeating 22-year-old Peyton Stearns 6-3, 6-4 at the DC Open, marking her first singles victory in nearly two years. Supported by an enthusiastic crowd, Williams showcased her powerful serve and skills, advancing to face No. 5 seed Magdalena Frech in the next round. Want More Context? 🔎