Policy & Law

Blanche, Newly Confirmed ATF Head Cekada Propose Gun Regulation Rollbacks

Justice Department announces more than 30 changes including repeal of Biden-era background check rule for gun show sales.

By James Callahan · Thursday, April 30, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Costco Adjusts Its Legendary $1.50 Hot Dog Deal for First Time in Decades

The warehouse retailer is adding bottled water as a combo option while keeping the iconic price unchanged, marking the first notable tweak to the deal since the 1980s.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Democrats Hold 10-Point Edge Over Republicans on Generic Congressional Ballot: Poll

Emerson College Polling survey shows Democrats at 50% support, up from 49% last month, while Republican support dropped to 40% from 42%.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Dems' 'No Kings' Rhetoric Backfires as Critics Lambaste Confusing Reaction to Actual King

King Charles III addressed Congress for the first time since 1991, drawing applause from Democrats who have led protests against President Trump.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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DHS Criticizes Media for Calling Wisconsin Machete Attack Suspect a 'Green Bay Man' When He Is an Illegal Immigrant

David Joel Herrera-Garcia, 24, faces two counts of attempted murder and aggravated assault; DHS says the Biden administration had marked him as a non-enforcement priority.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

DOJ Says WHCD Shooting Suspect Took Mirror Selfie Before Attack

The DOJ filing details digital evidence, including a photo taken 30 minutes before the incident and prescheduled apology emails sent just prior to the shooting.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

FCC Challenges ABC Licensing Over DEI Policies Following Trump Call for Kimmel Firing

The FCC is seeking early renewal review of all eight ABC-owned station licenses, citing concerns about Disney's diversity policies as the network refuses to remove Jimmy Kimmel from its air.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Former Fauci Aide Charged With Conspiracy to Hide COVID Origin Communications

The Justice Department alleges the former adviser concealed communications to obstruct congressional and media inquiries into how the coronavirus pandemic began.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Gunfire Erupts Near Seattle Mayor's Event as Families, Children Gather

No injuries reported; multiple suspects fled the scene in Yesler Terrace neighborhood where Mayor Katie Wilson was speaking at community center.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Appeals Court Rules Pentagon Can Require Reporter Escorts During Policy Appeal

The 2-1 D.C. Circuit ruling allows the Trump administration to maintain escort requirements while it appeals a lower court decision ordering restoration of press access.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read