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Virginians Will Decide if State Redraws Congressional Map
A victory for redistricting reformers would give Democrats potential control of 10 of Virginia's 11 congressional seats.
Summer Remains Deadliest Season for Teen Drivers With 635 Deaths in 2024
Texas led the nation with 68 teen summer fatalities, followed by California at 49 and Florida at 34, according to crash data analysis.
Man Who Attempted Grocery Theft Sues Albertsons Employee Who Stopped Him
Joshua Merkel is seeking $10,000 in damages in Multnomah County court after a confrontation that left him with a fractured jaw; the employee who stopped him was acquitted of criminal assault charges.
Acting ICE Chief Todd Lyons to Exit Agency on May 31, DHS Secretary Confirms
Lyons leaves after nearly two decades at ICE amid ongoing controversy over enforcement operations and a months-long DHS funding lapse.
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons Departing Department of Homeland Security
Lyons oversaw controversial mass immigration crackdowns that drew protests in Democratic cities and criticism after federal agents killed two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis.
Air Force Smallest, Least Ready in 78-Year History, National Guard Leaders Tell Congress
All 22 Air National Guard adjutants generals signed a letter requesting 72 to 100 new fighter jets, citing operational strain from ongoing Middle East campaign.
Cameras in Courtrooms Stir Debate From Baby Lindbergh Kidnapping to OJ and Charlie Kirk Killing
A Utah case charging Tyler Robinson in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has reignited a decades-long dispute over whether cameras belong in criminal trials.
Elon Musk Amplifies Baseless Claim About COVID-19 Vaccine
The post shared by the X owner questioning vaccine safety received nearly 60 million views, drawing criticism from public health experts.
ICE Targets Illegal Immigrant Accused of Killing Two Boys in South Carolina DUI Crash
Eri Perez, who allegedly struck and killed two children while driving drunk in Spartanburg County, was identified by DHS as a border "gotaway."
Hungary's Orbán Calls for His Party's Renewal After Stunning Election Defeat
The longtime leader acknowledged his Fidesz party needs "complete renewal" after losing power for the first time in 16 years to the center-right Tisza party.