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Texas Democratic Senate Candidate James Talarico to Host High-Dollar Hollywood Fundraiser While Republicans Gather in Dallas
The Brentwood event on Sept. 10 features tickets ranging from $500 to $13,500 and marks Talarico's second major Hollywood fundraiser this cycle.
Former Florida Governor Hopeful Removed From Miami-Dade Meeting Over Israel Investment Protest
James Fischback, who opposed AIPAC and Israeli bonds during his gubernatorial campaign, was escorted out after challenging the county's expanded $450 million investment cap in Israel-backed securities.
Homeland Security Opens Child Exploitation Probe Into Banned Texas Volleyball Coach
Ryan Richardson, permanently barred by SafeSport in February for misconduct involving minors, now faces federal investigation into allegations of sexual relationship with teenage player.
Florida Officials Say More Than 160 Missing Children Were Found in Statewide Law Enforcement Operation
The operation, conducted across multiple Florida counties over several days, represents one of the state's largest coordinated efforts to locate missing minors.
Florida-Led Operation Rescues 163 Children Around Globe in Historic State Sweep, Hunts Suspected Predators
The multi-agency effort coordinated through Florida's Attorney General office represents what officials are calling the largest international child exploitation rescue operation led by a single U.S. state.
Police Kill Knife-Wielding Woman After Times Square Stabbing Spree
One victim died and another remained in critical condition after the attack near West 42nd Street, which police say involved a woman described as emotionally disturbed.
Florida's Mandatory Death Penalty Law for Undocumented Immigrants Draws Legal, Political Scrutiny
The 2025 statute applies only to those in the country illegally and has sparked debate over its constitutionality and implications.
New York Governor Wears Hijab at Islamic Center Ahead of 9/11 Anniversary
Governor Kathy Hochul's appearance at a Muslim community event drew criticism from some Republican lawmakers who noted she is not Muslim.
Plan to Cut Number of Polling Sites in a Major Texas County Draws Scrutiny
Election officials are proposing to reduce polling locations ahead of the November election, sparking debate over access and logistics.
California Bill Would Designate Two Islamic Holidays as State Observances
AB 2017 awaits Senate vote after passing the Assembly 64-1; would allow workers to use existing paid leave for Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.