Policy & Law

Registered Sex Offender Arrested in Glendale for Parole Violation After Repeated Incidents

Calese Crowder, arrested 43 times since 2005 according to records, was apprehended after surveillance video showed him at two Southern California retail locations Friday.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Two Democrats Join Republicans To Advance Mike Johnson's Anti-Socialism Resolution

The measure passed 209-208 after five conservative Republicans broke ranks in protest over a government funding bill.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

DHS Secretary Criticizes New York Leadership After Announcing 2,100 Arrests in Operation Rotten Apple

Federal immigration officials say the operation removed individuals with violent criminal histories from New York streets while accusing state and city leaders of obstructing enforcement.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Former NFL Quarterback Tony Romo Pleads No Contest to Wisconsin OWI Civil Offense

The 46-year-old former Dallas Cowboys star says chronic pain from multiple back surgeries led to medication dependence and alcohol use, acknowledging full responsibility.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Restoring Law and Order Leads to Record Crime Drop

Federal data shows national crime statistics at their lowest levels in two decades, with officials crediting recent policy changes.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Both Parties Deploy Aggressive Tactics in 2026 Midterms, Accuse Rivals of Election Manipulation

From same-name candidates to cross-party primary recruitment and $10 million in independent spending, Republicans and Democrats are using parallel strategies in competitive Senate races.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 5 min read
Policy & Law

Commentary Reflects on Jury Duty Experience as Lindsay Clancy Trial Draws Attention to Criminal Justice System

The personal account raises broader questions about how ordinary citizens without legal training are tasked with determining life-and-death outcomes in criminal cases.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Flock Safety's AI Surveillance Network Facing Growing Backlash Across US Communities

The company's license plate readers have been deployed in over 4,000 municipalities, sparking debates over privacy and surveillance power.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Apple Names John Ternus CEO, Succeeding Tim Cook After 15-Year Tenure

Ternus, a longtime Apple engineering executive, takes the helm as the company navigates regulatory scrutiny and global supply chain challenges.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

How Tupac Verdict Could Help Crack Unsolved Murder of His Rap Rival

A conviction in the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur may provide new leads into the still-unsolved death of his former rival, the Notorious B.I.G.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · 4 min read