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Teenage Gunmen Open Fire on Islamic Center of San Diego, Killing Three Including Security Guard
Police are investigating the attack as a potential hate crime; two teenage suspects were later found dead from apparent self-inflicted gunshots.
Pennsylvania Democrats Hope to Flip Republican-Held Seats Once They Settle Toss-Up Primaries
Tuesday primaries will determine nominees in four competitive districts where Gov. Josh Shapiro's chosen candidates face progressive challengers, testing party unity ahead of November.
Jack Schlossberg Pursues Kennedy Legacy in New York Congressional Race
The 33-year-old grandson of President JFK faces questions about his readiness as he competes for the reliably Democratic seat being vacated by Rep. Jerry Nadler.
NYU Student Government Objected to Jonathan Haidt as Graduation Speaker. He Spoke Anyway.
The failed deplatforming effort at NYU was part of a broader trend, with FIRE reporting that 65 of 70 campus deplatforming attempts succeeded in the first quarter of 2026.
Pentagon's Internal Watchdog Opens Probe Into U.S. Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats
The investigation will examine intelligence, targeting processes, and military doctrine behind Operation Southern Spear, which has destroyed 59 vessels and killed 193 people since last fall.
Three Killed in Suspected Hate Crime at San Diego Mosque Before Attackers Die by Suicide
Islamic Center of San Diego, the largest mosque in the county, was targeted as families and children gathered on a weekday morning, officials said.
Pelosi Endorses San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan to Succeed Her in Congress
The outgoing congresswoman's backing gives Chan a high-profile boost in the crowded Democratic primary for California's 11th Congressional District.
Mark Fuhrman, Former LAPD Detective Convicted of Lying During OJ Simpson Murder Trial, Dies at 62
Fuhrman's perjury conviction stemmed from his testimony about the use of racial slurs during the landmark 1995 double-murder case that divided the nation.
ICE Officer Charged With Assault, False Reporting in Minneapolis Migrant Shooting Case
County prosecutor alleges officer fabricated story about being attacked with shovel, broomstick as justification for shooting Venezuelan migrant.
Supreme Court Rejects Drug Manufacturer Appeals Over Medicare Price Negotiations
Justices left in place lower court rulings upholding the federal government's authority to negotiate drug prices for Medicare, a key provision of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.