June 19, 2025

Book ban compliance varies across Tennessee after new law takes effect

Hundreds of books have been removed from public school libraries in several Tennessee counties. Some of those include popular titles from famous authors, who are often used as part of school curriculums. Book filtering legislation The book restrictions in Tennessee follow the state’s adoption of the Age-Appropriate Materials Act. That law only applies to books […]

June 19, 2025

US to reevaluate alcohol guidelines as health risks grow: Report

A new version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans could be released as early as this month. According to an exclusive Reuters report, sources say the government may encourage Americans to either limit alcohol intake or drink in moderation in comparison to recommendations limiting drinks to a couple per day. This announcement comes amid increasing […]

June 19, 2025

Jury finds Karen Read not guilty in Boston officer’s death

A jury found Karen Read, 45, not guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter in the January 2022 death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe, 46. The jury deliberated for 22 hours since starting on June 13. Read’s crowd of supporters erupted with cheers outside the courthouse. Hundreds of people, many of them donning […]

June 17, 2025

Kaine introduces war powers resolution requiring approval for Iran strike

Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., introduced a war powers resolution that would require the president to obtain a declaration of war or authorization for the use of military force from Congress before striking Iran. The resolution is “privileged,” meaning the Senate is required to promptly debate and vote on the measure, likely during the week of […]

June 17, 2025

Feds say Minnesota suspect Vance Boelter targeted 45 officials

A Minnesota man is facing federal charges after a deadly weekend attack targeting state lawmakers and their families. Vance Luther Boelter, 57, allegedly shot and killed Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, and wounded Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. Investigators say Boelter had a list of more than 45 state and federal elected officials […]

June 17, 2025

The good get better: MLB superstars bolster rosters ahead of All-Star break

The cavalry may have arrived for several contending teams with one month to go before Major League Baseball’s All-Star break. Some big-time star power is about to take center stage.  Which star players are getting back on the field? With apologies to Aaron Judge, who we’ll discuss momentarily, there is likely no bigger star than […]

June 17, 2025

California wildfires could raise residents’ utility bills

The cost of the Eaton fire, which burned near Los Angeles in January, could be passed on to Californians. The fire burned more than 14,000 acres, killing 18 people and destroying more than 9,000 structures. Eaton fire cause Numerous lawsuits blame the Eaton fire on equipment from utility company Southern California Edison (SCE), which services […]

June 17, 2025

Trump tax bill ‘dead on arrival’ after Senate cuts Medicaid, tax deductions

The Senate Finance Committee released its version of President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful” tax and budget bill, which appears dead on arrival in both the Senate and House. Republicans in the committee made key changes to Medicaid, state and local tax deductions, and child tax credits, each of which could cause the package to lose […]

June 17, 2025

Bystander killed at ‘No Kings’ protest in Salt Lake City, suspect arrested

A bystander was shot and killed at the “No Kings” protest Saturday evening in Salt Lake City, Utah. And now, investigators say they’ve arrested a suspect tied to the peacekeeping team for the event. Nearly 10,000 protesters showed up Saturday to march and take part in the “No Kings” protest in Salt Lake City when […]

June 17, 2025

California proposes ban on some law enforcement wearing face masks

Two Democratic lawmakers in California have introduced a bill that would ban law enforcement officers in that state from wearing face coverings when interacting with the public. This legislation comes amid protests in Los Angeles and San Francisco against immigration raids and federal immigration enforcement. SB 267 State Sens. Scott Wiener and Jesse Arreguin call […]