Policy & Law

Gas Prices Reach Highest Level of Either of Trump's Terms in Office

National average hits $3.32 per gallon, up 31.8 cents in one week, driven by impacts of Trump administration's Iran operation on global oil markets.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Grandma's Favorite After-Church Tradition Might Be the Cure for America's Loneliness

The American potluck, a tradition dating to the first Thanksgiving, is being rediscovered as communities seek solutions to rising social isolation.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

International Women's Day Marks 115th Year With Global Events Focusing on Women's Rights

This year's theme 'Give to Gain' emphasizes fundraising for women's organizations and teaching peers, as protests worldwide demand equal pay, reproductive rights and an end to gender-based violence.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Here's Who Could Run to Replace Mullin After DHS Nomination

Oklahoma's Senate seat opens as Trump taps Sen. Markwayne Mullin for DHS, setting off a rapid political scramble with multiple Republicans considering bids.

By James Callahan · Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Illegal Immigrant From Mauritania Charged With Voting Fraud in Pennsylvania

Prosecutors say Mahady Sacko, ordered to be deported in 2000, allegedly cast ballots in five presidential elections after falsely claiming U.S. citizenship.

By James Callahan · Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Isaacman Revamps Artemis Moon Program With Accelerated Timeline, New Mission Structure

NASA Administrator proposes launching SLS every 10 months and adding an Earth orbit docking mission between Artemis II and the first lunar landing in over 55 years.

By Diane Park · Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Jan. 6 Police Honor Plaque Finally Installed at Capitol After 3-Year Delay

The plaque honoring officers who defended the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 was placed in a Senate hallway overnight, fulfilling a mandate passed by Congress in 2022.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Media Coverage Sparks Debate Over Turkey As Potential US Adversary

Former Israeli PM Naftali Bennett called Turkey 'the new Iran,' prompting opinion pieces arguing for containment as relations with Ankara deteriorate.

By James Callahan · Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Newsom Calls on DHS to Direct Noem Ad Campaign Funding to Los Angeles Fire Recovery

The California governor wants $220 million in ad campaign funds redirected to fire recovery, while $500 million in FEMA awards remained unsigned at the time of Noem's firing.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Explosion at U.S. Embassy in Oslo Causes Minor Damage, No Injuries

Norwegian police are investigating the cause of the blast that occurred around 1 a.m. local time; no arrests have been made.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 3 min read