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Texas Prison Official Fired Over Social Media Comments About Karmelo Anthony Murder Case
Donna Robinson, who claimed to work in parole supervision for TDCJ, posted that she hoped the convicted murderer would be protected and made racially inflammatory remarks about the victim’s family.
Collins Pits Record Built in Maine Potato Fields Against Platner's 'Angry Rhetoric'
The Republican senator highlights $1.5 billion delivered to Maine and her bipartisan record as she faces a challenger beset by scandals.
Obama Presidential Center's $470M Safety Net Under Scrutiny as Subcontractors Say They're Owed Millions
The Obama Foundation pledged a reserve fund to protect taxpayers, but filings show only $1 million has been deposited while contractors report payment disputes.
US Economy Outperforms Peers Despite Tariffs, Immigration Pressures
Economists point to capital investment, energy production flexibility as factors sustaining growth while Europe faces structural headwinds.
Karmelo Anthony: Austin Metcalf's Father Says Both Could Have Lived
Anthony received a 35-year sentence for the 2025 murder of Metcalf following an altercation at a Texas track meet, according to court records.
Bowser Reinstates Limited Youth Curfew in DC Amid Teen Takeover Concerns
The two-week order imposes an 11PM curfew for minors under 18, with designated zones under an 8PM restriction following a brawl at a Navy Yard Chipotle.
Former Biden Spokesperson Says Party's Willingness to Back Platner Is an 'Indictment' of Democrats
Kate Bedingfield, former communications director for President Joe Biden, said prominent Democrats refusing to disavow Maine Senate Candidate Graham Platner reflects poorly on the party.
Ticketmaster Reverses Course on Geographic Ticket Restrictions for Knicks Fans at NBA Finals Game 5
New York officials including Gov. Hochul and AG James demanded the Spurs reverse the policy that threatened to lock out visiting fans from Saturday's game in San Antonio.
Top Democrats From New York and New Jersey Watch Brazil-Morocco Match Together at MetLife Stadium
The gathering of Govs. Hochul and Sherrill with Mayor Mamdani comes after months of planning for the World Cup match hosted by New Jersey.
Tens of Thousands March at Pride Events in Romania and Bulgaria to Demand Equality
The two EU nations ranked last among all 27 member states for LGBTQ+ legal protections, according to ILGA-Europe's 2025 Rainbow Map.