President Biden says he’ll open up secret government files about the 9/11 attacks. ProPublica investigates what answers they may provide to questions victims’ families have about whether Saudi Arabia bears some responsibility. A bill before the governor of Texas would limit access to abortion-inducing medication. ABC News reports on how it would further narrow options for pregnant Texans, following the new law restricting abortions in the state. Retailers are spending millions to combat organized shoplifting rings that steal from their stores in bulk and sell the goods online. The Wall Street Journal goes inside the fight against a $45 billion crime wave. Runners smashed records like never before during the pandemic. The New Yorker explains how they were helped by unusual circumstances brought about by lockdowns.

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