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Pedestrian Overpass Project Dead After Norfolk Southern Withdraws Funding, Hammond Mayor Says

Norfolk Southern's former CEO promised to cover the $2.6 million local match for a bridge over a dangerous rail crossing used by schoolchildren.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, March 25, 2026 · 3 min read
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Emmanuel Grégoire Elected Mayor of Paris, Succeeding Fellow Socialist Anne Hidalgo

Socialist candidate defeats conservative rival Rachida Dati in final round of French municipal elections, maintaining left-wing control of the French capital.

By James Callahan · Monday, March 23, 2026 · 4 min read
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Hawaii Storms Have Caused $1B in Damage, Governor Says

Two consecutive storms dropped up to 50 inches of rain on parts of the state, causing worst flooding since 2004

By James Callahan · Sunday, March 22, 2026 · 3 min read
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US Border Patrol Arrests Two Mexican Fugitives in California Wanted for Murder and Child Sex Crimes

DHS confirms agents from the San Diego Sector arrested a homicide suspect in Anaheim and a child sex crimes suspect in Lemon Grove, turning both over to Mexican authorities.

By James Callahan · Saturday, March 21, 2026 · 3 min read
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Duffy Mocks Newsom's 'Bridges to Nowhere' as California Wildlife Crossing Overruns by $21M

The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing cost rose from $92M to $114M, with completion delayed from 2025 to fall 2026.

By James Callahan · Friday, March 20, 2026 · 3 min read
State & Local

Gas Price Spike Spurs Political Blame Game in California

California's average gas price of $5.50 per gallon, the highest in the nation, has become a political flashpoint as Democrats and Republicans trade blame over costs.

By James Callahan · Thursday, March 19, 2026 · 3 min read
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Nick Shirley Uncovers Over $170 Million in Alleged Fraud Across California Daycare and Hospice Operations

Independent journalist's 40-minute investigative video details alleged waste in Medi-Cal, hospice, and daycare programs.

By James Callahan · Thursday, March 19, 2026 · 3 min read
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Dallas County GOP Will Return to Countywide Voting for May Runoff After Primary Day Chaos

The party switched to precinct-based voting for the March primary, resulting in voter confusion and provisional ballots that prompted the reversal.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, March 18, 2026 · 3 min read
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New York City Seeks to Stop Defending Former Mayor Eric Adams in Sex Assault Suit

The city's Law Department says new evidence shows Adams was not acting within the scope of city employment when alleged assault occurred in 1993.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, March 17, 2026 · 3 min read
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Top California Librarian Questioned About Missing $650K Tied to Dolly Parton Child Literacy Program

State Senate subcommittee demands financial records from nonprofit administering Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in California.

By James Callahan · Monday, March 16, 2026 · 3 min read