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TikTok Agrees to Pay $400 Million to Settle Justice Department Children's Privacy Case
The settlement with ByteDance resolves allegations that the platform violated federal law governing online data collection of minors under 13.
'We Have Lost This City': Pastor Blasts Dearborn Council Over Sharia Law Claims
Lorenzo Sewell, pastor of the 180 Urban Church in Detroit, addressed a Dearborn city council meeting amid ongoing anti-Islam protests in the Michigan city known for its large Arab American population.
Ed Martin Departs Justice Department After Leading Weaponization Working Group
Martin, who also served as pardon attorney, leaves after failing to advance through Senate confirmation for U.S. Attorney post.
CDC Links Alfalfa Sprout Brands to E. Coli and Salmonella Outbreak
The agency has identified cases in multiple states linked to Calco and Everything Sprouts products, urging consumers to discard affected items.
Pentagon Fires Stars and Stripes Editor, Reporter Over CBS Interview About Editorial Independence
Erik Slavin and Lara Korte were dismissed for insubordination after publicly objecting to potential military censorship of the independent military newspaper.
Arizona Supreme Court Rules Against Teachers Union in Latest School Choice Challenge
The 5-2 decision upholds the state's Education Savings Account program, marking the third consecutive legal defeat for opponents of Arizona's school choice expansion.
Schumer Deflects Question on Campaigning With Michigan Progressive Who Won't Back Him for Leader
Abdul El-Sayed has said he would support Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., to lead Senate Democrats instead of Schumer if elected.
Nextdoor Suspends Users Over Posts About Murder Suspect's Immigration Status in Fairfax Case
The platform removed multiple posts mentioning that a 19-year-old arrested for killing a woman near Great Falls Park was in the country illegally, prompting debate over transparency and content moderation.
Angel Dad Takes Role Leading ICE Victim Outreach Office After Daughter's Killing by Illegal Alien
Joe Abraham, whose daughter Katie was killed in a drunk-driving crash by a Guatemalan national in January 2025, now heads the VOICE office that has received 897 calls from victims since its reestablishment.
Employer Health Costs Projected to Rise 9.5 Percent Next Year, Analysis Finds
Aon report cites specialty drug prices and medical trend growth as primary drivers of increased spending for U.S. businesses.