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Talarico Trying To Win Back Hispanics Along Texas Border Who Swung to GOP
The Democratic state representative is reaching out to border communities where recent election results show a notable shift toward Republican candidates.
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Man Arrested for Alleged Threat Against Nebraska Governor's Grandchildren and Catholic School
Ean Halstead, 32, faces terroristic threat and evidence tampering charges with $1 million bond after allegedly posting online threat targeting Gov. Jim Pillen's family.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Andrew And Tristan Tate Arrested in Florida on UK Rape, Child Pornography Charges
The brothers, prominent figures in the online 'manosphere' community, were taken into custody by U.S. Marshals at the request of British authorities seeking extradition.
James Callahan
· 4 min
New Texas Flood Warning Systems Show Progress, Gaps Remain After 136 Died Last Year
This week's floods killed at least two people and required hundreds of rescues in the same areas devastated by last summer's disaster, as improved alerts clashed with rural coverage challenges.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Kentucky Governor Says He Received Calls Suggesting McConnell Had Died While Hospitalized
Gov. Andy Beshear told Katie Couric he got two calls from unnamed agencies with false information about the senator's death during his extended hospitalization in June.
James Callahan
· 3 min
David Crowley to Reenter Wisconsin Governor's Race After Rodriguez Exit
Milwaukee County Executive previously suspended campaign before lieutenant governor's departure over campaign finance errors cleared the Democratic primary field.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Swing-State Lawmaker Wants a New Focus for Dems
The unnamed legislator argues that the party must shift its messaging priorities to compete more effectively in battleground states ahead of the 2028 election cycle.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Local District Attorney Disputes FBI Assessment That Drugs Were Found in Van Before Houston ICE Shooting
The DA says initial evidence does not support the federal agency's claim that narcotics were present in Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's vehicle at the time of the shooting.
James Callahan
· 3 min
US Navy Jet Conducts Low Flypast Over Crowded Florida Beach, Startling Visitors
The incident occurred during what the Navy described as a routine training exercise along the Atlantic coast.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Report: Detainees at ICE Facility in Texas Describe Frequent Beatings, Human Rights Abuses
Human Rights Watch and ACLU document allegations that 90% of detainees interviewed reported experiencing or witnessing physical assault by staff at Camp East Montana.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Heavy Rains Continue Drenching South Texas, Spawning Tornado Near San Antonio Interstate
Flash flood warnings remain in effect for border counties as rainfall totals reach 16 inches in some areas; Gov. Greg Abbott declares disaster for dozens of counties.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Man in Florida Killed by Truck While Fleeing After ICE Encounter at Wawa Gas Station
The incident occurred Tuesday in St. Augustine, Fla., after four people fled on foot following an encounter with federal immigration officers.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Repeat Offender Arrested at Illinois Governor Pritzker's Chicago Home over Independence Day Weekend
Dwayne Cortez Milton, who was under electronic monitoring and had multiple prior convictions, faces trespassing charge after allegedly entering the governor's backyard.
James Callahan
· 4 min
FBI Assisting Local Authorities After Senator Graham's Death, Patel Says
Director Kash Patel confirmed the bureau is working with local investigators following the South Carolina Republican senator's death.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Artist's 'I.C.E. Pops' Installation on Texas Campus Shut Down Within Days
The frozen treat distribution drew both supporters and protesters before university officials ordered the display removed.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Maine Democrat Jordan Wood Says He'd Carry on Graham Platner's Ideas But Reject His Endorsement
Wood, a Maine Democrat, seeks to distance himself from Platner's political backing while embracing policy positions associated with the incumbent or former officeholder.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Texas Launches First Investigation Under Anti-DEI Law at Stephen F. Austin State University
The state ombudsman’s office is investigating claims that the university operates a 'shadow DEI program' and discriminates against conservative students, marking the first probe under the 2023 law.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Palm Beach International Airport Renamed Under Trump Administration Order
The South Florida aviation hub becomes the latest federal asset to bear the former president's name, drawing both praise and criticism from political leaders.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Nirav Shah, Governor Primary Runner-Up, Jumps Into Race to Replace Platner
The former Maine CDC director, who lost the Democratic gubernatorial primary last month, enters the Senate race against incumbent Republican Susan Collins.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Kentucky Governor Urges Mitch McConnell to Be Transparent About Health
Andy Beshear, a Democrat, says the Senate Minority Leader should provide an update on his condition following recent public incidents.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Hochul Says Stefanik Would've Been Tougher GOP Opponent Than Blakeman in Surprising Swipe at Rival
The Democratic incumbent suggested the congresswoman's national profile would have made for a different race, drawing immediate criticism from Blakeman.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Spencer Pratt Posts Viral Video Criticizing NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's July Fourth Speech
The former reality TV star filmed his response from the site of his Los Angeles home destroyed in last year's Palisades fire.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Eight Rescued From Seaplane That Landed in Manhattan's East River
All passengers and crew were pulled from the water by emergency responders near the East 34th Street heliport.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Paul Pelosi Involved in Hit-and-Run Incident in California, Vehicle Left With Major Damage
California authorities confirm Paul Pelosi was involved in a hit-and-run collision that left his vehicle with significant damage.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Paul Pelosi, 86, Faces Hit-and-Run Charge After Striking Parked Car in Napa County
The incident occurs more than two years after the former House speaker's husband pleaded guilty to misdemeanor DUI causing injury in the same county.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Grand Jury Indicts Louisiana's Attorney General in Fight Over Local Court Changes
AG Liz Murrill faces criminal charges for allegedly threatening New Orleans officials who opposed a law that eliminated an elected clerk position days before Calvin Duncan was set to take office.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Goal of Higher Voter Turnout Remains Elusive in California As Extended Ballot Counting Persists
State officials have implemented various reforms to boost participation, but turnout figures continue to fall short of targets despite changes to how votes are tallied.
Eleanor Cross
· 4 min
Harris Reaches Out to NYC Mayor Mamdani, Progressives as 2028 Speculation Grows
The outreach comes after Harris lost key progressive support during her 2024 presidential campaign and signals an effort to rebuild coalitions ahead of a potential bid.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Protesters Receive Decades-Long Sentences for Texas ICE Facility Clash
Eight protesters were sentenced in connection with an attack on the Prairieland Detention Center, including one defendant who received a 100-year term.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Florida Executing Prisoners at Record Pace as Most States Abandon Death Penalty
The state has carried out 19 executions in a single year for the first time since 1936, accounting for 40% of all U.S. executions in 2025.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Supreme Court Upholds Mississippi Law Allowing Late-Mail Ballots in 5-4 Ruling
The decision, four months before the 2026 midterms, allows ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted if received within five days.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Budapest Celebrates First Pride Parade Since Orbán Government Left Power
Around 50,000 marchers participated in the Hungarian capital's 31st Pride event on Saturday as temperatures reached around 40°C.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Florida Executes 74-Year-Old for Wife's Murder, Becoming Oldest Inmate Put to Death in State's Modern History
Dusty Ray Spencer was convicted of fatally stabbing his wife in 1992 and was pronounced dead at 6:10 p.m. using a three-drug injection at Florida State Prison.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Hawaii Governor Signs Bill Banning Gondolas, Ending North Shore Project Proposal
House Bill 1881 prohibits private ropeway construction statewide after years of opposition to a proposed gondola at Kaukonahua Ranch.
James Callahan
· 3 min
North Carolina State Auditor Dave Boliek Is Shaping Counties' Early Voting Plans, Drawing Scrutiny From Democrats
The Republican auditor, who gained election authority in a lame-duck legislative maneuver after the 2024 election, is now weighing in on polling site locations across the battleground state.
James Callahan
· 5 min
Harvey Weinstein Loses Appeal to Overturn California Rape Conviction
A state appeals court upheld the conviction but ordered resentencing, citing the trial judge's reliance on overturned New York convictions.
James Callahan
· 4 min
NY Governor Hopeful Vows Showdown With Mamdani Over Policy Agenda if Elected
Republican Bruce Blakeman says he would block NYC Mayor's proposals including city-owned grocery stores and tax hikes, while Democrat Kathy Hochul's campaign calls him a MAGA-aligned candidate.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Religion Row as Texas Makes Bible Stories Required Reading in Schools
The Republican-controlled State Board of Education voted 9-5 to mandate biblical texts for all 5 million public school students, with full implementation set for 2030.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Texas Board of Education Passes Amendment Requiring Teaching About Prophet Mohammed's Military Campaigns
The Republican-controlled board approved curriculum changes that critics call biased while supporters say it provides historically accurate context, with new standards taking effect in 2030.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Newsom Urges National 'Billionaires Tax' While Opposing State-Level Version in California
The governor proposes a minimum tax on $100 million net worth and calls for federal action, arguing state-level wealth taxes drive billionaires to lower-tax states.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Texas Screwworm Cases Spark Debate Over U.S. Agricultural Biosecurity Readiness
The USDA confirmed 15 cases of the flesh-eating parasite across Texas and New Mexico within three weeks, raising questions about national preparedness for crop pathogens.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Flu Cases at Lackland Air Force Base Rise to 275 as Services Reinstate Vaccine Requirements
The outbreak has prompted military services to reinstate flu shot requirements for basic trainees after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's April decision eliminated mandatory vaccinations.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas Dances With Netherlands Fans Ahead of World Cup Orange Walk
The Democratic mayor joined enthusiastic Dutch supporters in Kansas City's Power & Light District, with one local telling the Star the celebration rivaled a Chiefs Super Bowl parade.
James Callahan
· 2 min
Judge Rules Against Effort to Create Majority-Black DeSoto County Districts
Federal lawsuit alleged 2022 redistricting map diluted Black voting power in Mississippi county where Black residents are over 30% of population.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' Immigration Detention Center Closes After Nearly a Year of Operation
The Everglades facility, which the Trump administration praised and immigration advocates condemned, processed 21,000 deportations before closing Thursday.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Florida GOP Candidate Warns NYC Socialist Primary Wins Will Fuel Business, Resident Exodus
Scott Singer, a former mayor running for Congress in Florida's 25th District, says Tuesday's socialist victories should concern all Americans as he warns of an accelerating exodus from New York.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Only 2 Votes Separate Candidates in Mayor's Race for South Dakota's Largest City
The razor-thin margin between Christine Erickson and Jamie Smith has triggered an expected recount in Sioux Falls, a city of more than 210,000 people.
Eleanor Cross
· 3 min
Missouri Governor Criticizes Out-of-State Money in Ballot Measures While Benefiting From Undisclosed Delaware Nonprofit Funding
Kehoe supports Amendment 4 restricting citizen ballot initiatives while his own Amendment 5 to eliminate state income tax receives $1.9 million from an opaque nonprofit.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Texas Prepares for New Top Voting Official Amid Concerns Over Experience, Partisan Direction
State Rep. Nate Schatzline, a Fort Worth pastor with no election administration background, emerges as frontrunner to replace Secretary of State Jane Nelson.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Jury Finds Home Financing Scheme That Targeted Muslims in Minnesota Violated State Law
A Minneapolis jury determined Chadwick Banken violated the Minnesota Human Rights Act and other statutes in a contract-for-deed scheme that targeted Muslim buyers seeking interest-free financing.
James Callahan
· 4 min
New York's Primary Will Test NYC Mayor's Political Power
Tuesday's congressional primaries mark the first major electoral test for Mayor Zohran Mamdani since taking office, with voters weighing his endorsed candidates.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Smelly Sargassum Inundates Florida Beaches; Texas and Louisiana Could Be Next
The seaweed has grown to a near-record 29 million metric tons, with researchers predicting record levels by summer's end.
James Callahan
· 4 min
San Francisco Mayor Lurie Eyes World Cup Hosting as Catalyst for City Turnaround
Levi's Stadium is set to host a U.S. knockout round match July 1, giving the mayor a national stage to showcase his governance agenda.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Schiff Silent on Biden-Era Newsom Probe Report as California AG Claims DOJ 'Weaponization'
Federal prosecutors in Sacramento have been investigating the governor and his wife since 2025, with sources telling AP Washington was not involved in opening the probe.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Massachusetts Governor Sees Opportunity To Make World Cup Alcohol, Transit Policies Permanent
Healey says the Scottish Tartan Army's visit has created a 'pilot program' for extended bar hours and later MBTA service that could outlast the tournament.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Over 160 Troops Contract Flu at Texas Base After Hegseth Ends Vaccine Mandate
The outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio marks the first major health incident since Defense Secretary lifted the mandatory flu shot requirement for service members.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Obama Presidential Center Opens in Chicago After Cost Doubled to $850 Million, Years of Delays
The South Side complex features a museum, library branch and community space while sparking debates over displacement and unpaid contractors.
James Callahan
· 4 min
California Billionaire Tax Proposal Qualifies for November Ballot
The measure would impose a one-time 5% tax on residents with net worth exceeding $1.1 billion, with supporters and opponents within the Democratic Party divided over its impact.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Mike Mazzei and Gentner Drummond Advance to GOP Runoff in Oklahoma Governor Contest
The two Republicans finished ahead of seven other candidates in Tuesday's primary, with both receiving approximately a quarter of the vote in the crowded nine-person field.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Texas Democrat Bobby Pulido's Past Grocery Store Remarks Clash With Affordability Campaign
The Latin Grammy winner, now a congressional candidate, once said he hasn't stopped in a supermarket since his career began 15 years prior.
James Callahan
· 4 min
US Air Force B-52 Bomber Crashes After Takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California
The Stratofortress went down shortly after departing the base, with emergency crews responding as a large plume of black smoke billowed over southern California.
James Callahan
· 3 min
More Than 1,100 University of California Math and Science Professors Urge Regents to Reinstate Entrance Exams
The professors say incoming students are arriving underprepared, straining academic resources and lowering course standards.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Alabama Republican Party Dismisses Residency Challenge, Keeps Tuberville on Gubernatorial Ballot
The party's 21-member steering committee unanimously rejected Ken McFeeters' argument that the senator failed to meet Alabama's seven-year residency requirement for gubernatorial candidates.
James Callahan
· 3 min
California City Sues Over Sanctuary Law, Says Welfare Checks on Unaccompanied Minors Risk State Violations
El Cajon's lawsuit argues SB 54 prevents police from conducting child welfare checks using federal immigration data without risking legal exposure.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Treasury Secretary Bessent Declares Texas Has Overtaken California as America's 'Center of Gravity'
The claim comes as a CBRE report shows 230 companies relocated to Houston, Dallas and Austin between 2018-2025, though economists note California's $500B+ GDP still ranks it among the nation's economic leaders.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Elon Musk Begins Public Trading of SpaceX From Texas Headquarters in Largest IPO Ever
The SpaceX founder marked the occasion at twin ceremonies in New York and Boca Chica, saying he once gave the company less than a 10% chance of succeeding.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Knicks Epic Game 4 Comeback Sparks Political Commentary Across NYC, While Celebrations Turn Violent
The Knicks' record-breaking comeback win over the Spurs has dominated political discourse in New York, with officials weighing in on everything from superstition to public safety.
Marcus Webb
· 4 min
Nithya Raman's Come-From-Behind Victory Highlights Left vs. Left Divide in Los Angeles Mayoral Race
The contest between two progressive candidates exposes ideological fault lines within the city's Democratic coalition as coastal cities nationwide navigate intra-party conflicts.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Nithya Raman Challenges Karen Bass for LA Mayorship, Citing Lack of Urgency on Housing Crisis
The November runoff will pit the incumbent mayor against a fellow Democrat who has called for more aggressive action on homelessness and housing affordability.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Maine Governor Race Heads to Ranked Choice Tally in Both Primaries After No Candidate Hits Majority
The state, which first adopted ranked choice voting in 2016 for statewide elections, will now apply the system to determine nominees from both major parties.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Rick Scott: Late LA Mayor Race Results Prove SAVE America Act is Necessary
The Florida senator cited delayed Los Angeles mayoral election results that excluded Spencer Pratt from the runoff as evidence for stronger election integrity measures.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Texas Teen Sentenced to 35 Years for Killing Fellow Student at Track Meet
Karmelo Anthony, convicted of fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf during a high school athletics event in the Dallas area, will serve his sentence in an adult facility.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Florida GOP Gubernatorial Primary Candidate Says as Governor He'd 'Shut Down' Every Abortion Clinic in State
James Fishback, who has called abortion 'a holocaust,' pledged to close all 53 remaining clinics and replace them with crisis pregnancy centers offering free services.
James Callahan
· 4 min
California Rethinks Nuclear as Diablo Canyon License Extension Divides Environmental Groups
All seven gubernatorial candidates at a May debate supported keeping the plant operating past 2030, with Gov. Newsom citing it as a climate accomplishment.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Progressive Nithya Raman Advances to November Runoff Against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass
The matchup sets up a contest between two Democrats and former political allies in California's largest city, with nearly 4 million residents watching.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Nithya Raman to Advance in L.A. Mayoral Runoff Race, NBC News Projects
The progressive candidate moves forward alongside another contender as the race narrows to two top finalists.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Vance Questions Los Angeles Mayoral Primary Results as Democrat-Democrat Runoff Set for November
VP Vance tells Fox News the mail-in ballot patterns that eliminated Republican Spencer Pratt from the top two "seems pretty shady to me"
James Callahan
· 3 min
Screwworm Found in South Texas Calf Raises Beef Price Concerns After Prevention Program Cuts
The flesh-eating parasite, eradicated from U.S. livestock since the 1960s, has been detected for the first time in years in a 3-week-old calf near the border.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Florida and Texas Are Battling for New Residents as DeSantis Pushes Property Tax Cuts
The governor is backing a constitutional amendment that would expand Florida's homestead exemption to $250,000 by 2028, potentially reducing local government revenue by more than $8.4 billion annually.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Over 160K Sign Petition Opposing Data Center Next to Nashville Zoo; Mayor Weighs In
DC Blox proposes 69,220-square-foot facility steps from the zoo as residents raise concerns about noise, infrastructure and lack of environmental review.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Texas AG Opens Investigation Into Celsius Energy Drinks Following Teen Death
The inquiry targets Alani, a brightly marketed energy drink containing 200mg of caffeine per can that critics say targets young consumers without adequate warnings.
James Callahan
· 3 min
USDA Confirms Second Screwworm Fly Case in Texas Amid Eradication Push
The parasitic pest, not seen in the state since 1966, has prompted aerial releases of 2 million sterile flies per week and port closures to livestock trade.
James Callahan
· 3 min
FBI Director Says Local Officials Delayed Federal Help in Nancy Guthrie Missing Person Case
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos's office waited four days before allowing FBI assistance and chose a private lab over federal DNA testing, according to Patel.
James Callahan
· 4 min
New York City Council Holds First Pride Ball in Historic Chambers
Drag performers took over the legislative space for a June celebration of LGBTQ+ history, drawing both applause and scrutiny over use of public facilities.
James Callahan
· 4 min
California Journalists Gain Access to Teacher Misconduct Records After Lengthy Public Records Fight
A KQED-ProPublica investigation obtained more than 350 complaints from the state's largest school districts, though Los Angeles Unified continues to withhold records.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Man Shot Dead by FBI After Taking Hostages at California Bank
The Bakersfield standoff ended with the suspect killed and all hostages released unharmed following an overnight negotiation period.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Nearly 24 Hours After Polls Closed, California Still Counting Votes in Governor, Mayor Races
With only 55% of gubernatorial votes reported and three weeks allowed for final tallies under state law, neither the governor's race nor Los Angeles mayoral contest has been decided.
Diane Park
· 4 min
Texas State Takeover of Local School Districts Expands Under Commissioner Morath, Drawing Scrutiny
The Texas Education Agency has installed its own leaders in eight districts since 2020, with four coming this spring and Austin ISD now at risk.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Florida Principal Placed on Leave After Rap Lyrics Appeared in Yearbook
St. John's County School District is investigating whether Katie O'Connell approved the Fetty Wap quote attributed to her, with her contract set to expire at the end of June.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Jury Selection Begins in Karmelo Anthony Murder Trial in Collin County, Texas
The accused killer has raised more than $600,000 through an online fundraiser as his trial gets underway for the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf.
Eleanor Cross
· 4 min
GOP 'Change' Agents Rattle Deep-Blue California
Two conservative outsiders won elections Tuesday night in a state where registered Democrats outnumber Republicans nearly two to one.
James Callahan
· 3 min
FBI Fatally Shoots Man Holding Hostages in Bakersfield After 15-Hour Standoff
The suspect was killed around 4:20 a.m. Wednesday after police responded to a bomb threat at the downtown Chase Bank building; hostages were found unharmed.
James Callahan
· 3 min
California's Gubernatorial Race Remains Undecided as Vote Counting Continues
With half the expected vote tallied, former Fox News host Steve Hilton leads at 27%, while two Democrats trail closely behind in the all-party primary.
James Callahan
· 4 min
California Races Come Into Focus As First Votes Pour In
Republican Steve Hilton narrowly leads Democrat Xavier Becerra in California's gubernatorial primary, while incumbent Mayor Karen Bass faces Republican Spencer Pratt in potential runoff.
Eleanor Cross
· 4 min
Lindell Picks Former Navy Intelligence Officer as Running Mate in Minnesota Governor Race
Phillip Parrish, a retired lieutenant commander who tracked terrorist financing for 11 years with the Navy, joins Lindell's long-shot bid against incumbent Tim Walz.
James Callahan
· 4 min
South Dakota GOP Gubernatorial Race Heads to Runoff as Doeden Advances, Second Spot Undecided
Incumbent Gov. Larry Rhoden faces uncertain future alongside Rep. Dusty Johnson and Jon Hansen in tight four-way primary contest.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Trump-Endorsed Feenstra Concedes to MAHA-Backed Lahn in Iowa GOP Governor Primary Upset
The race was called after Lahn held a roughly 1,600-vote lead over Feenstra with 99% of votes counted.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Former Reality TV Villain Spencer Pratt Vying to Become Mayor of America's second-Largest City
The Republican political newcomer polls at 22% behind incumbent Karen Bass and challenger Nithya Raman ahead of Tuesday's non-partisan primary.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Spencer Pratt, Former Reality TV Villain, Emerges as Serious Contender in Los Angeles Mayor's Race
The Republican political outsider trails front-runner Karen Bass by just 4 points with $2.7 million raised, challenging Democrats in a city that hasn't elected a Republican mayor since 2001.
James Callahan
· 5 min
New Jersey Governor Faces Criticism Over Response to Delaney Hall Unrest as She Blames Outside Agitators
Critics point to limited state police presence in days leading up to clashes at Newark detention facility, with five of six arrested individuals from Pennsylvania and New York.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Florida Sues OpenAI Over ChatGPT Safety Claims in First-of-its-Kind AI Lawsuit
The state alleges the company endangered children and aided mass shooters while pursuing profit, as prosecutors separately investigate whether the chatbot played a role in two Florida killings.
James Callahan
· 4 min
O.J. Simpson Trial Witness Kato Kaelin Endorses Spencer Pratt in LA Mayoral Race
Kaelin, who cannot vote in the race due to residency, says Mayor Karen Bass 'did an awful job' during 2025 wildfires as Pratt faces incumbent and progressive challenger in Tuesday primary.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Florida AG Files First-of-Its-Kind State Lawsuit Against OpenAI, Altman
The 83-page civil complaint alleges the company designed products that prioritize profits over user safety and asks a court to eliminate what it calls a 'dangerous public nuisance.'
James Callahan
· 4 min
Becerra Holds 6-Point Lead as Californians Prepare to Vote for Governor
Former HHS Secretary leads with 28% support in crowded jungle primary, where top two finishers advance to November general election.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Google Seeks Federal Approval to Release 32 Million Sterile Mosquitoes in California, Florida
The Debug program would deploy Wolbachia-infected male mosquitoes over two years to combat disease-carrying Aedes aegypti populations under EPA review.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Becerra Poised to Finish Among Front-Runners in California Governor Race
Former HHS secretary, who polled in single digits months ago, gains ground as other Democratic candidates drop out.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Left-Wing Streamer Criticizes New Jersey Governor Over State Police Response at ICE Facility Protests
Hasan Piker accused Gov. Mikie Sherrill of aiding the Trump administration's immigration agenda during protests outside Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
James Callahan
· 4 min
ICE Agent Christian Castro Charged in Minnesota Shooting, Arrested in Texas
The 52-year-old agent faces charges related to the shooting of a Venezuelan migrant, with authorities alleging he provided false statements about the incident.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Newark Mayor Orders Curfew Around Delaney Hall as Protesters, Police Clash
The mandatory 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. curfew covers a half-mile radius around the 1,000-bed ICE detention facility where demonstrations have escalated for days.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Celebrity Endorsements Fuel Spencer Pratt's Underdog Bid for Los Angeles Mayor
The reality TV star and Pacific Palisades wildfire survivor has attracted high-profile backing from Joe Rogan, Randy Quaid, Paris Hilton and other notable figures ahead of the June 2 primary.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Vote Splitting Among Progressives Threatens California Primary Upsets
California's top-two jungle primary system may allow Republican candidates to advance as progressive votes fragment across multiple left-wing contenders.
James Callahan
· 4 min
California Man Sentenced to 65 Months in Prison for Trafficking Animals Into the U.S.
Jose Manuel Perez of Oxnard smuggled more than 1,700 animals valued at over $739,000 from Mexico, Hong Kong and other countries during a six-year period, according to the Justice Department.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Bus Crashes Into Vehicles on Virginia Interstate, Killing 5 People Including Children
The crash involved a passenger bus carrying approximately 34 passengers that failed to slow for a work zone slowdown, striking six vehicles and igniting a fire that killed four members of a Massachusetts family.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Devastating Wildfire and Homelessness Loom Over Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass' Bid for Second Term
The first Black woman to lead LA faces a tight three-way race with a reality TV star and a progressive city council member in Tuesday's primary.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Los Angeles Mayor's Race Features Bass, Pratt and Raman Ahead of Primary
The June 2 primary will determine whether incumbent Karen Bass faces progressive Nithya Raman or conservative Spencer Pratt in November's runoff.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Texas Man Indicted in Shooting Near Washington Monument That Struck Teenage Bystander
Michael Marx faces federal charges including assaulting officers with a dangerous weapon and using a firearm during a crime of violence for the May 4 incident.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Conservative Watchdog Report Targets National PTA's Diversity Initiatives at State, Local Levels
Defending Education claims the organization's DEI and immigration positions are filtering down to chapters; National PTA says its resources promote inclusive school communities.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Florida Federal Judge Could Block $1.8 Billion IRS Settlement, Op-Ed Argues
Judge Kathleen Williams has the authority to hold President Trump in criminal contempt over a settlement that critics say improperly channels taxpayer funds.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Blue Origin Rocket Explodes During Test at Florida Launchpad
The New Glenn rocket experienced what the company called an "anomaly" during a hotfire test at Cape Canaveral, with no injuries reported.
James Callahan
· 3 min
L.A. Mayoral Candidate Spencer Pratt Says He Doesn't Need Anyone's Endorsement
The reality television personality, who has accused Mayor Karen Bass of 'criminal negligence,' is positioning himself as an outsider in the race.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Fire Destroys Two Barns at Livermore Valley Winery Amid Dry Conditions
CAL FIRE and Alameda County crews brought the blaze under control by evening with no injuries reported.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Jimmy Kimmel Attacks Spencer Pratt Mayoral Bid: 'Mayor Should Not Be Your First Job'
The late-night host joins former reality star Lisa Rinna in criticizing the reality TV personality's candidacy for Los Angeles mayor.
James Callahan
· 3 min
California Lawmaker Alleges Double Ballots Sent to Riverside County Voter Ahead of Primary
Election officials in Riverside County say they are investigating the reports, which come amid heightened scrutiny of California's voting infrastructure ahead of the June 2 primary.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Seattle Mayor's Office Asked Police Union to Remove Social Media Post Criticizing Her Crime Policies
The mayor's administration initially demanded the post be deleted, claiming it violated policy; the union refused and sent a cease-and-desist letter.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Texas Primary Runoffs Reshape Senate Race as DOJ Removes Jan. 6 Prosecution Records
Trump-backed Ken Paxton defeated incumbent John Cornyn by nearly two-to-one in the most expensive Senate primary in history, while the Justice Department deleted records on Capitol riot cases.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Paxton's Win Over Cornyn Sets Up High-Stakes Texas Clash With Talarico
The four-term attorney general defeated a 20-year Senate incumbent with Trump's endorsement, setting up November's marquee race in the nation's largest red state.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Seattle Residents Erect Barricades Amid Shootings as Conservative Commentators Criticize Mayor Wilson
Some Aurora Avenue corridor neighbors used planters, dirt and concrete to block streets after weeks of gang-related violence, while critics point to the mayor's past support for defunding police.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Texas Democrat Who Made Concentration Camp Comments Loses Primary to Bexar County Deputy
Johnny Garcia defeated Maureen Galindo with 64% of the vote in Texas' 35th Congressional District after Democratic leaders condemned her remarks about detaining American Zionists.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Puerto Rico Governor Declares State of Emergency Over Coastal Erosion
The executive order targets critical erosion in the community of Parcelas Suárez in Loíza, signed days before Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Pratt Knocks LA Mayor's Approach to Homeless People, Says Seattle Would 'Welcome Them'
The mayoral challenger proposed moving homeless residents to treatment facilities outside California and suggested Seattle would accept them.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Rep. Chip Roy Loses Texas Attorney General Runoff To Mayes Middleton
Middleton, a state senator who loaned his campaign more than $16 million, framed Roy as insufficiently loyal to Trump.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Texas MAGA Battle Ends With Middleton Victory as Chip Roy Falls Short in AG Race
Middleton, who spent roughly $17 million of his own money, will face likely Democratic nominee Nathan Johnson in the general election.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Texas Democrats Pick Vikki Goodwin as Lieutenant Governor Nominee to Challenge GOP Incumbent Dan Patrick
Goodwin defeated Marcos Vélez in Tuesday's runoff, setting up a November contest against the 10-year Republican incumbent who controls the Texas Senate agenda.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Federal Courts Hand GOP Mixed Results on Redistricting as Texas Senate Race Reaches Runoff
A federal panel rejected Alabama's map that would have given Republicans an additional seat while upholding maps in Tennessee and Florida, as voters decide between Cornyn and Paxton.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Thomas Blasts Supreme Court for Declining to Hear Florida Lawsuit Over Illegal Immigrant Truckers With Blue-State Licenses
The conservative justice, joined by Alito, argued the court has constitutional obligation to hear disputes between states because no other judicial forum exists.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Texas Democrat Maureen Galindo Blames Local Journalist After Antisemitism Accusations
Galindo, who leads in Texas's 35th Congressional District primary race, says her comments about 'American Zionists' were taken out of context as national Democrats scramble to boost a rival candidate.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Interstate Migration, Not Congress, May Be Key Driver of Housing Affordability
Economist argues that Americans relocating from high-cost to lower-cost states is doing more for affordability than federal legislation.
James Callahan
· 4 min
California Officials Declare Chemical Tank Explosion Threat Eliminated After Emergency Operation
The BLEVE risk at GKN Aerospace facility in Garden Grove has been neutralized, though reduced evacuation orders affecting about 16,000 residents remain in place.
James Callahan
· 3 min
40,000 Under Evacuation Orders After Chemical Tank Leak in Southern California
A storage tank at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove holding 6,000 to 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate remains unstable as crews work to prevent an explosion.
James Callahan
· 4 min
D.C. Mayoral Candidates Navigate Federal Relationship Amid Police Reform, Park Projects
Seven Democratic candidates are competing to succeed Muriel Bowser while managing the District's complex relationship with the Trump administration.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Paxton Pulls Negative Ads Against Cornyn as Senate Primary Race Enters Final Stretch
The move signals Paxton's confidence with Trump's endorsement, but Cornyn vows to keep pressing attacks on scandals that have some Republicans bracing for a $100 million rescue operation.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Texas Democratic Congressional Candidate Clarifies Comments on 'Internment Camps' After Party Condemnation
Maureen Galindo, running in the newly redrawn 35th Congressional District near San Antonio, faces a primary runoff against DCCC-endorsed Johnny Garcia next week.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Seattle Mayor Reverses Starbucks Boycott Stance as Company Expands in Tennessee
Wilson admits her comments urging a boycott of the Seattle-based coffee giant 'caused more harm than good' as critics warn of capital flight from progressive cities.
James Callahan
· 4 min
9/11 Steel Beam Arrives at Florida School Where Bush Learned America Was Under Attack
The World Trade Center artifact, part of Tunnel to Towers Foundation's national remembrance tour, was displayed at Emma E. Booker Elementary School in Sarasota where President George W. Bush received news of the attacks in 2001.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan Ends Independent Bid for Michigan Governor
The former Democratic mayor cited being behind in both polls and fundraising, with a Detroit Regional Chamber poll showing him at 23% support.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Ex-Biden Official Wins Georgia Democratic Primary for Governor in Bid to End Party's Losing Streak
Keisha Lance Bottoms, a former Atlanta mayor who served in the Biden White House, captured the nomination over four other candidates in Tuesday's primary.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Tuberville, Jones to Face Off in Race for Alabama Governor's Mansion
The matchup pits a sitting Republican senator against his predecessor who famously defeated Roy Moore in a 2017 Senate special election.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Trump-Foe Raffensperger Falls Short in GOP Georgia Governor's Primary
Secretary of State who rejected Trump's 2020 election claims received less than 15 percent support, trailing behind Trump-endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Trump Ally Tommy Tuberville Cruises to Alabama GOP Governor Nomination
The sitting U.S. senator and former Auburn football coach defeated two primary rivals in the solidly Republican state, securing a clear path to replacing term-limited Gov. Kay Ivey.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Mamdani-Style DC Mayoral Hopeful Criticized Over Response to Violent Teen Mobs
Council member Janeese Lewis George, a Democratic Socialists of America member, called curfews 'dangerous' and instead proposed expanding youth programming as the solution.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Virginia Gov. Spanberger to Sign Executive Order on Responding to Federal Agents at Polling Sites
The order would provide guidance for state election workers if federal agents appear at Virginia polling locations, with Democrats warning of potential voter intimidation.
Marcus Webb
· 4 min
Satellite Images Show Uncontrolled Wildfires Spreading Across Southern California
Two major blazes have scorched more than 15,000 acres combined, forced evacuations of over 10,000 homes, and remain uncontained as fire crews battle the flames.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Reality TV Star Spencer Pratt Rises in LA Mayoral Race With Viral Campaign Videos
The former 'Hills' star, whose house burned in last year's Pacific Palisades wildfire, is challenging Mayor Karen Bass with social media videos receiving millions of views.
Eleanor Cross
· 3 min
Seattle Democratic Councilmember Expresses Alarm Over Business Exodus Under Socialist Mayor
Rob Saka, who previously praised Katie Wilson's election, now tells the New York Times he is 'gravely concerned' as Starbucks shifts 2,000 corporate jobs to Nashville.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Arizona Governor Backs Proposed Natural Gas Pipeline
Gov. Katie Hobbs, a Democrat, says the project would help ensure reliable and affordable energy for Arizona families and businesses.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Florida Judge Accepts Plea Deal for Internet Personality Clavicular in Alligator Shooting Case
The 20-year-old livestreamer, who admitted to methamphetamine use and "looksmaxxing," will serve six months' probation after facing nearly eight years in prison on two felony charges.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Xavier Becerra Faces Rivals' Attacks Over Campaign Finance Scandal at California Governor Debate
Two former staffers to the Democratic candidate pleaded guilty to stealing $225,000 from his campaign account during Thursday's debate, complicating his frontrunner status.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Settlement Requires Texas Children's Hospital to Create Nation's First Detransition Clinic
The hospital will pay $10 million and sever ties with five physicians under an agreement with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Former Kansas Mayor Reports to ICE Office Amid Deportation Concern Over Voting Misstep
Joe Ceballos, a legal permanent resident who served as Coldwater's mayor for two terms, admitted during his citizenship interview that he had voted despite not being eligible.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Vance Announces Suspension of $1.3 Billion in Medicaid Payments to California
The Trump administration is withholding federal funds while citing $630 million in questionable billing and threatening similar action against all 50 states that don't aggressively combat fraud.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Bass Says Pratt AI Ads in LA Mayor Race 'Taking on a Violent Trend'
The incumbent mayor criticizes the Republican challenger's campaign as fiction while trailing in recent polling heading into November.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Police Received Threat Against Georgia Candidate for Governor Ahead of Bomb Scare at Campaign Event
Brad Raffensperger said he refuses to back down after authorities received a multipage manifesto with his photo and the word 'boom' written across it.
James Callahan
· 4 min
California Fired Teacher for Sexual Harassment. He Kept His License Anyway.
A KQED and ProPublica investigation found at least 67 educators retained their credentials after school districts determined they had sexually harassed students, with 14 rehired elsewhere.
James Callahan
· 5 min
California Mayor Accused of Secretly Working for China, Spreading Propaganda While in Office: Feds
Eileen Wang, former mayor of Arcadia, has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent of the People's Republic of China and faces up to 10 years in federal prison.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Hochul Agrees to $4 Billion Transfer to NYC Amid Budget Negotiations
The deal aims to close a $5.4 billion gap in New York City's budget, with funding sourced from pension restructuring, delayed school initiatives, and new tax revenue.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Texas GOP Backs Resolution Saying States Have Right to Repel Border 'Invasion'
The measure, H.Res. 50, argues states can act under Article I, Section 10 when the federal government fails its obligation to protect against invasion.
Diane Park
· 4 min
ProPublica and Connecticut Mirror Win Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting on Towing Abuses
The investigation exposed how state laws allowed towing companies to overcharge low-income residents, prompting bipartisan legislative reforms.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Bass Spars With Primary Challengers at LA Mayor's Debate
The incumbent faced criticism over her handling of last year's devastating wildfires and addressed homelessness progress as she seeks a second term.
Marcus Webb
· 4 min
California Governor's Debate Devolves Into Bickering as Primary Nears
The NBCLA-Telemundo 52 forum featured policy clashes that devolved into interruptions and heated exchanges among the crowded Democratic field and Republican challenger Steve Hilton.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Steyer Only Gubernatorial Candidate to Support California Wealth Tax During Debate
The Democratic billionaire and former hedge fund manager differentiated himself from other candidates by backing a tax on the state's highest earners.
James Callahan
· 3 min
AI-Generated Video Supporting Spencer Pratt for Mayor of L.A. Goes Viral, Raising Alarm Over Political Deepfakes
The synthetic video adds to mounting concerns among election officials and campaigns about the use of artificial intelligence to create deceptive campaign advertising ahead of California debates.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Texas Water Park Modifies 'Muslim Only' Event After Gov. Abbott Threatens $530K in State Grants
Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark now says 'all are welcome' after the governor warned Grand Prairie could lose public safety funding.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Here's a Look at the 36 Races for Governor This Year
The 2026 midterm cycle features gubernatorial elections across the country as voters in dozens of states select new chief executives.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Three Indiana GOP Legislators Lose Primaries to Trump-Backed Challengers While Another Survives
The results cap roughly $12 million in advertising spending across seven contests where the president intervened against incumbents who blocked his redistricting plan.
Diane Park
· 4 min
Ramaswamy, Acton Set for Ohio Governor's Race Showdown
Republican Ramaswamy holds polling edge but faces scrutiny over lack of elected experience as Democrat Acton seeks to flip the traditionally red state.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Dem Mayor Faces Reality Check After Accusing Rival of 'Exploiting' Palisades Fire: 'Absolute Tone Deafness'
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass criticized Spencer Pratt, a former reality TV star who lost his home in the blaze, for running ads about her response to the disaster.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Seattle Mayor Faces Criticism After Viral Video of Elderly Man's Assault Sparks Policy Debate
Mayor Katie Wilson's past opposition to CCTV expansion drew scrutiny after police used street cameras to identify suspect in brutal downtown attack.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Civil Rights Groups File Lawsuit Seeking to Block Texas Law Allowing Cops to Arrest Illegal Migrants
The lawsuit targets four provisions of Senate Bill 4, which a federal appeals court cleared for enforcement last week after finding plaintiffs lacked standing to challenge it.
James Callahan
· 4 min
GOP Challenger Joe Kaufman to Run in Florida's 25th District; Will Face Either Moskowitz or Wasserman Schultz
The Republican nearly defeated incumbent Jared Moskowitz in 2024, losing by a slim margin in what became the closest congressional race in Florida that cycle.
James Callahan
· 3 min
NYC Mayor Mamdani Condemns ICE After Arrests During Bushwick Protest
Nine demonstrators were detained during protests over the arrest of an illegal immigrant with prior assault and drug charges, according to DHS.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Florida Grapples With Extreme Drought as Hurricane Season Approaches
Scientists say there is no scientific basis for the belief that drought conditions lead to quieter hurricane seasons, despite Gov. Ron DeSantis citing an old saying to that effect.
James Callahan
· 4 min
California to Begin Ticketing Driverless Cars That Violate Traffic Laws
New DMV regulations effective July 1st allow police to issue citations directly to autonomous vehicle manufacturers for traffic violations.
James Callahan
· 3 min
'Needs to Resign': California Vice Mayor Faces Calls After Commenting '86 47' on State GOP Post
Larry Lang, vice mayor of Los Altos, changed his Facebook cover photo to match the shell formation that resulted in James Comey's recent federal indictment.
James Callahan
· 3 min
How Tom Steyer's Unexpected Alliance With Progressives Vaulted Him Into Top Tier of California Governor Race
The hedge fund billionaire has poured more than $120 million of his own money into the race while securing backing from groups founded on anti-billionaire principles.
James Callahan
· 5 min
Mexican Governor, Mayor Step Down After U.S. Drug Trafficking Indictments
Rubén Rocha Moya and Culiacán mayor deny cartel ties as 10 people face charges in sweeping federal case targeting Sheinbaum's party.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Crockett Criticized for Latest Remarks About Texas Governor's Disability
The outgoing Democratic congresswoman referenced Gov. Greg Abbott's paralysis in a social media video, drawing condemnation from Republicans and disability advocates.
James Callahan
· 4 min
US Charges Sinaloa Governor Ruben Rocha Moya With Drug Trafficking, Weapons Offenses
The governor and nine other Mexican officials allegedly partnered with the Sinaloa cartel to distribute massive quantities of drugs into the United States.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Jasmine Crockett's Comments About Texas Governor Greg Abbott Draw Fresh Criticism
The outgoing Democratic congresswoman referenced Abbott's paralysis in a video posted to her X account, sparking condemnation from critics.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Ron DeSantis Unveils New Florida Congressional Map That Would Give the GOP an Extra Four Seats
The proposal, which would take effect for the 2026 midterms, comes as both parties fight over redistricting in states with slim congressional majorities.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Meet the Mayor of a Tiny Texas Town Who Wants to Limit How Cities Can Govern
Art Martinez de Vara, mayor of Von Ormy (pop. 1,100), helped craft Dallas ballot measures that have opened the city to lawsuits over police funding.
James Callahan
· 4 min
California Oil Fight Tests State's Right to Push Back Against Washington During War
Crude oil is flowing through a pipeline crossing state park land after the Trump administration invoked Cold War-era authority to restart offshore drilling, prompting California to sue for trespassing.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Accused White House Correspondents' Dinner Attacker Identified as California Tutor and Computer Programmer
Authorities have released the identity of the suspect in an alleged assault at the annual journalism event, though details about the incident remain limited.
James Callahan
· 3 min
At Least 2 Dead After Tornadoes Destroy Homes in Northern Texas
Emergency crews clear debris to reach damaged homes as National Weather Service confirms EF-2 and EF-1 tornadoes struck Runaway Bay and Springtown.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Ohio GOP Governor Primary Reveals Headwinds for Ramaswamy Ahead of Fall Election
The biotech entrepreneur faces criticism from within his own party over policy proposals and personal attacks targeting his background as the May 5 primary approaches.
James Callahan
· 4 min
California DOGE Leader Slams Newsom, Bonta Over State's Massive Fraud Issues
Republican watchdog group CAL DOGE claims to have uncovered nearly $700 million in waste and fraud since launching in early 2026.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Dirk Kempthorne, Former Idaho Governor and U.S. Interior Secretary, Dies at 74
The Republican served as Boise mayor, two-term governor, and led the Interior Department under President George W. Bush before colon cancer diagnosis.
James Callahan
· 4 min
31 Sloths Die Before Opening of Orlando 'Slothnarium'; State Wildlife Officials Investigate
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission found most animals died after being shipped to a warehouse without proper heating, prompting regulatory scrutiny.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Michigan Governor Hopeful Pressed on Past SPLC Work After DOJ Indictment
The Southern Poverty Law Center, where Jocelyn Benson served on the board from 2014 to 2018, was indicted Tuesday on 11 counts of allegedly paying members of extremist groups.
James Callahan
· 5 min
Jeffries Calls DeSantis Lame Duck After Governor Offers to Pay for Florida Trip Amid Redistricting Fight
The House Democratic leader warned Florida Republicans that their redistricting efforts could backfire, echoing similar disputes in Texas and Virginia.
James Callahan
· 3 min
NC Woman and Texas Teen Arrested in Alleged Plot to Attack Houston Synagogue
An 18-year-old from Lexington, N.C., and a 16-year-old Houston boy face charges in what authorities described as a plot to 'kill as many Jews as possible' at Congregation Beth Israel.
James Callahan
· 4 min
5 Takeaways From First Major California Governor's Debate After Swalwell Exit
Six candidates squared off in San Francisco debate as Democrats scramble to coalesce ahead of June 2 primary, with party polling showing Republicans could advance to general election.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Groups Sue Alaska Election Officials Over Sharing Voter Data With DOJ
The League of Women Voters of Alaska and Alaska Black Caucus allege the handover violates the state constitution's right to privacy.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Fairfax County Releases Guatemalan Man Charged With Child Porn Despite ICE Detainer
DHS says the man, deported three times since 2015, was released without notification to federal immigration authorities.
James Callahan
· 3 min
NYC Council Member Chi Ossé Arrested During Protest to Stop Eviction
Council member was defending a 60-year resident facing eviction in Bed-Stuy, an area experiencing what his office calls 'Black displacement.'
James Callahan
· 3 min
Wildfires Destroy Nearly 50 Homes in Georgia as Blazes Grow in Florida
Georgia's two largest wildfires have burned more than 31 square miles, while Florida faces one of its worst fire seasons in decades.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Houston Council Reverses Sanctuary Policy After Abbott Threatens $110 Million Cut
The 13-4 vote to amend cooperation rules with ICE came after the Republican governor set a Wednesday deadline for the city to comply or refund state funding.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Florida AG Launches Criminal Investigation Into ChatGPT Over FSU Shooting
Attorney General James Uthmeier says the alleged shooter consulted ChatGPT for advice on guns, ammunition and timing, marking a potential first-of-its-kind prosecution of an AI company.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Mets Losing Streak Draws Humor, Criticism After Mayor Mamdani's Mascot Hug
New York Mets have gone 0-11 since Mayor Zohran Mamdani embraced Mrs. Met on April 9, sparking memes and scrutiny over the coincidental timing.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Miami Herald Poll: 68% of Cubans, Cuban Americans in South Florida Oppose Trump Deportation Policies
Poll of 800 South Florida residents finds 81% support legal immigration pathways as island faces humanitarian crisis
James Callahan
· 3 min
Boston Mayor Denies City Funding for LGBTQ Migrant Wellness Program After Group Advertised Up to $500 in Benefits
City officials say a $7,500 grant to OUTnewcomers was for mental health services, not the voucher program that sparked online criticism.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Mamdani Endorses City Council Candidate Who First Accused Cuomo of Sexual Harassment
Lindsey Boylan, who accused former Gov. Andrew Cuomo of harassment in 2020, faces off in April 28 special election with backing of newly inaugurated NYC mayor.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Why Steve Hilton Thinks He Can Turn California Red
The former Trump advisor and California native outlines his strategy for making the traditionally blue state competitive for Republicans.
James Callahan
· 3 min
NYC Mayor Mamdani Touts New $500M-A-Year Tax on Luxury Second Homes
Governor Hochul's pied-à-terre tax targets ultra-wealthy nonresidents with properties valued at $5 million or more, expected to generate at least $500 million annually.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Sotomayor Apologizes for Remarks Criticizing Kavanaugh Over Immigration Enforcement Case
Supreme Court justice called her comments inappropriate and hurtful after criticizing colleague's view on ICE enforcement in California
James Callahan
· 3 min
NYC Mayor Touts 'Socialist' Wins in First 100 Days Alongside Bernie Sanders
Mamdani highlighted $1.2 billion for universal child care, five publicly owned grocery stores, and 195,000 housing violations against landlords as achievements.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Pelosi, California Democrats Slam Swalwell Over Sexual Assault Allegations: 'Indefensible'
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Sen. Adam Schiff have withdrawn their support for Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign following bombshell allegations from a former staffer.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Swalwell Calls Sexual Assault Claims 'Flat False' as Pressure Mounts to Drop Governor Bid
Sen. Adam Schiff withdrew his endorsement and called for Swalwell to exit the race, while House Democratic leadership demanded an investigation.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Texas Officials Investigating Hundreds of Complaints Against Camp Mystic Amid Bid to Renew License
Regulators and Texas Rangers are examining complaints alleging neglect during July 2025 floods that killed 27 girls, as the camp seeks to reopen this summer.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Photos Show California Home of Qasem Soleimani's Relatives After ICE Arrest
Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her daughter were taken into custody after the State Department revoked their green cards, marking one of the latest enforcement actions against Iranian regime family members.
James Callahan
· 3 min
DeSantis Signs Florida Law Allowing State to Label Groups as Terrorist Organizations
The law gives the governor and Florida Cabinet power to designate organizations and requires universities to report expelled student visa holders to federal immigration authorities.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Houston Deletes Post Referring to Good Friday as 'Spring Holiday' After Backlash
The city removed an office closure announcement after Republican officials and conservative commentators criticized the wording as dismissive of Christian observances.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Man Sentenced in Cross Burning Hoax Tied to Colorado Springs Mayor Race
Derrick Bernard receives nearly 4 years in federal prison for plot involving threat against Mayor Yemi Mobolade, who denies any involvement.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Illinois Governor Posts Walking Day Video after Student Killing Sparks Backlash
Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker's National Walking Day post, made days after an 18-year-old Loyola University student was fatally shot while walking, drew criticism from the victim's family and conservative commentators.
James Callahan
· 3 min
DHS Slams California Sanctuary County After Mom Allegedly Murdered by 2 Honduran Nationals
Santa Clara County is accused of refusing ICE detainer requests for two suspects, including one with prior domestic violence arrests and an outstanding murder warrant from New Jersey.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Student Dead After Shooting Teacher at Texas Prep School, Sheriff's Office Says
The 15-year-old student shot a female teacher before fatally shooting himself at Hill Country College Preparatory High School in Comal County.
James Callahan
· 3 min
CPAC Conference Returns to Texas for Annual Conservative Gathering
The Conservative Political Action Conference, a staple of the conservative movement's calendar, held its annual event in Texas this year.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Fulton County Asks Federal Judge to Order FBI Return of 2020 Ballots
A federal judge will hear arguments Friday after court-ordered mediation failed to resolve the dispute over seized election materials.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Chicago Mayor Johnson Unveils 'Abolish ICE' Snowplow Days After Student Allegedly Murdered by Migrant
The snowplow name was chosen from 13,000 submissions in the city's You Name a Plow contest, weeks after a Loyola University student was killed by a suspect who entered the US in 2023.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Drivers Hit With DMV Scam Texts in Colorado, Texas, Hawaii
State agencies warn of phishing texts impersonating DMVs as consumers report receiving fraudulent messages requesting personal information.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Pedestrian Overpass Project Dead After Norfolk Southern Withdraws Funding, Hammond Mayor Says
Norfolk Southern's former CEO promised to cover the $2.6 million local match for a bridge over a dangerous rail crossing used by schoolchildren.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Emmanuel Grégoire Elected Mayor of Paris, Succeeding Fellow Socialist Anne Hidalgo
Socialist candidate defeats conservative rival Rachida Dati in final round of French municipal elections, maintaining left-wing control of the French capital.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Hawaii Storms Have Caused $1B in Damage, Governor Says
Two consecutive storms dropped up to 50 inches of rain on parts of the state, causing worst flooding since 2004
James Callahan
· 3 min
US Border Patrol Arrests Two Mexican Fugitives in California Wanted for Murder and Child Sex Crimes
DHS confirms agents from the San Diego Sector arrested a homicide suspect in Anaheim and a child sex crimes suspect in Lemon Grove, turning both over to Mexican authorities.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Duffy Mocks Newsom's 'Bridges to Nowhere' as California Wildlife Crossing Overruns by $21M
The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing cost rose from $92M to $114M, with completion delayed from 2025 to fall 2026.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Gas Price Spike Spurs Political Blame Game in California
California's average gas price of $5.50 per gallon, the highest in the nation, has become a political flashpoint as Democrats and Republicans trade blame over costs.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Nick Shirley Uncovers Over $170 Million in Alleged Fraud Across California Daycare and Hospice Operations
Independent journalist's 40-minute investigative video details alleged waste in Medi-Cal, hospice, and daycare programs.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Dallas County GOP Will Return to Countywide Voting for May Runoff After Primary Day Chaos
The party switched to precinct-based voting for the March primary, resulting in voter confusion and provisional ballots that prompted the reversal.
James Callahan
· 3 min
New York City Seeks to Stop Defending Former Mayor Eric Adams in Sex Assault Suit
The city's Law Department says new evidence shows Adams was not acting within the scope of city employment when alleged assault occurred in 1993.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Top California Librarian Questioned About Missing $650K Tied to Dolly Parton Child Literacy Program
State Senate subcommittee demands financial records from nonprofit administering Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in California.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Texas, Florida Exclude Islamic Schools from School Voucher Programs
Around two dozen Islamic schools in Texas left out of voucher program over alleged CAIR ties as critics file federal lawsuits alleging religious discrimination.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Trump Uses Numerically Possible Percentages in Local Kentucky Interview
President Trump, who has claimed prescription drug cost reductions of up to 1,500 percent in past statements, used mathematically valid percentage expressions during a Wednesday interview with WKRC local news.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Two Men Charged With Terror Offenses After Homemade Bomb Thrown Outside NYC Mayor's Home
Emir Balat, 18, and Ibrahim Kayumi, 19, allegedly attempted to detonate two explosives outside Gracie Mansion during an anti-Islam protest, with police saying they were inspired by ISIS.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Explosives Thrown Near NYC Mayor's Residence Investigated as ISIS-Related Terrorism, Police Say
Two individuals are in custody after homemade devices were hurled during a far-right protest outside Gracie Mansion that drew counterdemonstrators.
James Callahan
· 4 min
GOP Challenger Steve Toth Ousts Rep. Dan Crenshaw in Texas Primary
The Houston-area incumbent lost to a conservative rival after Trump withheld endorsement ahead of the first major 2026 election.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Talarico Gives Defiant Victory Party Speech, Says 'There Is Something Happening in Texas'
The Democrat defeated Rep. Jasmine Crockett in Tuesday's primary and faces a Republican runoff in May 26.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Virginia Governor Refuses to Help ICE Deport Stabbing Suspect Without Warrant
Spanberger demands judicial warrants before releasing individuals to federal authorities following report of violent crime.
James Callahan
· 3 min
FAA Restricts Texas Airspace After Pentagon Reportedly Shoots Down CBP Drone
Temporary flight restrictions were expanded near Fort Hancock following an incident involving a counter-unmanned aircraft system and a suspected border patrol drone.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Texas Senate Primaries Enter Final Stretch With $110 Million Spent Ahead of Vote
Record spending and tight polling mark the Republican and Democratic contests as President Trump visits the state.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Breaking: DC Mayor Bowser Responds to Massive Potomac Sewage Crisis, 100 Million Gallons Spill
A burst pipe released an estimated 100 million gallons of raw sewage, prompting a live briefing and a temporary ban on river recreation.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Cruz Slams Newsom as 'Historically Illiterate,' Governor Fires Back With Sharp Retort
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz and California Gov. Gavin Newsom exchange barbs over historical references in executive actions; Cruz tweets clown emoji following Newsom’s rebuttal.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Breaking: ICE Partnerships With Local Police Surge by 55%
Federal data indicates the number of jurisdictions participating in federal immigration enforcement programs has surged by more than 50% since 2020.
James Callahan
· 4 min
58% of OK GOP Voters Back Trump Over Stitt, Says Mullin
The Senator from Oklahoma downplayed the former president's criticism of the state's governor ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
James Callahan
· 4 min
Crowded Democratic Field in California Governor's Race
At least eight Democrats are vying to replace Governor Gavin Newsom in 2026, marking the state's most competitive primary in decades.
James Callahan
· 2 min
Trump DOJ Appointee Thomas Albus Tapped to Lead Fulton County Search Warrant Fight
Former Trump campaign attorney to oversee federal challenge to Georgia prosecutors' investigative powers
James Callahan
· 3 min
Minnesota Police Arrest Anti-ICE Protesters After Federal Pressure
Local law enforcement detained several demonstrators blocking ICE operations following new directives from federal immigration officials.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Adam Schiff Endorses Eric Swalwell in California Governor Race
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) announced his endorsement of Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Dublin) for California governor on Sunday, providing a boost to Swalwell's cam...
James Callahan
· 4 min
Could California Elect a GOP Governor?
California, long considered a Democratic stronghold, is showing signs of political volatility heading into the 2026 gubernatorial election. Recent polling an...
James Callahan
· 3 min
Florida Driver's License Tests Now Exclusively in English
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has implemented a new policy requiring all driver's license examinations to be conducted solely in English.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Mississippi Education Reform Bill Sparks Legislative Debate Over School Choice
The Mississippi House of Representatives considers an omnibus education bill that would expand private school vouchers and public-to-public transfers.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Texas and California Governors Escalate Interstate Commerce Dispute
The clash centers on differing environmental standards and their impact on cross-border shipping costs.
James Callahan
· 3 min
Texas and California Governors Escalate Interstate Commerce Dispute
The clash centers on differing environmental standards and their impact on cross-border shipping costs.
James Callahan
· 3 min