Policy & Law

Altman Apologizes to Canadian Town After OpenAI Failed to Flag Shooter's ChatGPT Messages

Eight people were killed and over 25 injured in the January attack; Altman says his company did not alert law enforcement about the banned account.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Americans Hate Taxes: The 250-Year Battle for Your Wallet

From the Whiskey Rebellion to modern antitax pledges, Americans have a long history of resisting taxation.

By Diane Park · Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

One Suspect Arrested in Mall of Louisiana Shooting, Another Remains at Large

Martha Odom, a high school senior, was killed and five others injured in the Baton Rouge mall shooting that authorities say stemmed from a dispute between two groups.

By Diane Park · Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

One Police Officer Killed and Another Critically Injured in Chicago Hospital Shooting, Officials Say

The shooting occurred at Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital where officers were guarding a suspect brought for medical observation.

By James Callahan · Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Viral TikTok Video of Pregnant Woman Playing ABBA Near Bump Sparks Debate Over Parental Influence on Sexuality

The video has amassed 4.3 million views and drawn both praise from supporters of LGBTQ+ acceptance and criticism from conservatives who call the practice harmful.

By James Callahan · Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

North Carolina Principal Tells Female Students to 'Go Somewhere Else' If Uncomfortable With Trans Student in Bathrooms

Cox Mill High School junior told the school board that administrators ignored months of complaints about a male student using girls' facilities, and the principal called addressing the issue 'too political.'

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

What to Know If Your Flight Is Canceled as Jet Fuel Costs Rise

Airlines are cutting thousands of flights due to fuel supply strains, leaving travelers to navigate a patchwork of passenger protections that vary significantly by country and region.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Colorado DA Files Assault Charges Against CBP Officer in Durango Incident

District attorney charges federal immigration officer with third-degree assault, marking rare state prosecution of CBP personnel.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, April 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Fetterman Says Iran Must Be Excited by Democratic Criticism of Trump Military Operations

The Pennsylvania senator was the only Democrat to vote against a War Powers Act resolution directing Trump to withdraw from Iran conflict.

By James Callahan · Friday, April 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Blakeman to Share Stage With GOP Lawmaker Who Called for Muslim Deportations

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, who has welcomed Muslim residents in his county, will keynote a gala alongside Rep. Andy Ogles, the Tennessee Republican who has led efforts to denaturalize and deport Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

By James Callahan · Friday, April 24, 2026 · 4 min read