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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.