Boy Scouts of America is rebranding. Here's why they will be named Scouting America

DALLAS (AP) — After more than a century, Boy Scouts of America is rebranding as Scouting America, another major shakeup for an organization that once proudly resisted change. Founded 114 years ago, the Texas-based organization has recently been mired in turmoil over a flood of...

Boy Scouts of America changing name to more inclusive Scouting America after years of woes

IRVING, Texas (AP) — The Boy Scouts of America announced after 114 years that it will change its name and will become Scouting America in an effort to emphasize inclusion as it works to move past the turmoil of bankruptcy and a flood of sexual abuse claims. The rebrand is another...

A look at some of the turmoil surrounding the Boy Scouts, from a gay ban to bankruptcy

IRVING, Texas (AP) — Founded in 1910, the Boy Scouts of America achieved a vaunted status in the U.S. over the decades, with pinewood derbies, the Scout Oath and Eagle Scouts becoming part of the lexicon. Lore has it that American businessman William Boyce was inspired to start the...

The Boy Scouts of America will change name to Scouting America in an effort emphasize inclusion after years of turmoil

IRVING, Texas (AP) — The Boy Scouts of America will change name to Scouting America in an effort emphasize inclusion after years of turmoil.