1 hour ago Illinois parents wary of school mental health screening law, potential for 'overreach'

Illinois law requiring annual mental health screenings for students in grades 3-12 faces criticism from parents concerned about implementation details.

Society

2 h. ago The ‘big, beautiful bill’ gives parents a choice and kids a chance

New federal law provides dollar-for-dollar tax credits up to $1,700 annually for donations funding K-12 scholarships across all educational settings.

Politics

2 h. ago Letitia James' lawyer discusses DOJ investigation into New York attorney general

The Justice Department launched a grand jury investigation into New York Attorney General Letitia James. NPR speaks to James' lawyer, Abbe Lowell, who calls it a "dangerous escalation."

Society

2 h. ago New state law gives detransitioner 'second chance' at justice against doctors

North Carolina law HB 805 allows detransitioners more time to file medical malpractice claims, potentially creating nationwide precedent for similar legislation.

Politics

2 h. ago Is Kari Lake a CEO? Her agency said so. The law suggests not

Kari Lake has sought to dismantle Voice of America and its federal parent, the U.S. Agency for Global Media. The agency has recently called her its acting CEO. But the law suggests she's not eligible for the job.

Society

2 h. ago Performers keep American music tradition alive at Virginia's Old Fiddler's Convention

The Old Fiddler's Convention draws thousands of bluegrass and old-time music fans to Galax, Va., where mostly amateur performers compete over six days for prize money.

Politics

3 h. ago More than 20 GOP attorneys general call on RFK Jr, FDA to reinstate safeguards for abortion drugs

More than 20 Republican attorneys general are demanding that the Trump administration reinstate safety protocols for the abortion drug mifepristone.

Events

4 h. ago Donald Trump as strongman, riling up his base and investigating his enemies

Trump has shattered norms, reshaped Washington power, pursued aggressive legal battles, and staged high-stakes diplomacy – all while dominating the nation’s political agenda.

Politics

5 h. ago San Francisco teachers rally over unpaid wages ahead of school year

San Francisco teachers rally over unpaid wages ahead of school year  KTVU

Society

9 h. ago New Uvalde body camera video captures parents pleading with officers during 70

Body cam video from Uvalde school shooting reveals parents pleading with officers to act. Nearly 400 law enforcement waited over 70 minutes to respond.

Events

10 h. ago ‘Predator’ spyware firm Intellexa resurgent after US sanctions

‘Predator’ spyware firm Intellexa resurgent after US sanctions  International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJ

Events

11 h. ago New Video Shows Uvalde School Chief Trying to Negotiate With Gunman

The video, part of a trove of materials that authorities had refused to release, shows the minutes in which a commander tried to talk to a gunman barricaded in a room with dozens of children.

Events

12 h. ago Body found inside Vallejo home being investigated as homicide

Body found inside Vallejo home being investigated as homicide  CBS News

Events

12 h. ago Syrian Government Vows to Investigate Shooting at Druze City Hospital

The Syrian Interior Ministry said on Monday it would investigate a shocking video that showed four men in military fatigues executing an unarmed man in medical scrubs at the main hospital in Sweida, the Druze-dominated city at the heart of recent factional violence. The post Syrian Government Vows to Investigate Shooting at Druze City Hospital appeared first on Breitbart.

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12 h. ago Mother of UMass student killed in D.C. reacts after Trump mentions him while announcing police takeover

“I said Eric, you didn’t die in vain. They’re going to make D.C. safe, Eric. You didn’t die in vain.” The post Mother of UMass student killed in D.C. reacts after Trump mentions him while announcing police takeover appeared first on Boston.com.

Events

13 h. ago Washington State Patrol investigators seek help in Yakima officer

Washington State Patrol investigators seek help in Yakima officer-involved shooting investigation  KNDU

Events

13 h. ago Massachusetts Strengthens Shield Law Protecting Abortionists from Out

Democrat Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey strengthened protections for medical professionals who send abortion pills and sex change drugs into red states via telehealth. The post Massachusetts Strengthens Shield Law Protecting Abortionists from Out-of-State Investigations appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

14 h. ago Gleb Savchenko FIRED From DWTS Because Of Claims He Cheated On Former Partner Brooks Nader?!

Dancing With The Stars fans won’t see Gleb Savchenko in the ballroom next season! And the longtime pro is blaming his former girlfriend and dance partner, Brooks Nader! Viewers know Gleb sparked romance rumors with the 28-year-old model after being partnered for Season 33 of the ballroom competition show! They were kissing backstage, acting flirty [...] Read More... The post Gleb Savchenko FIRED From <i>DWTS</i> Because Of Claims He Cheated On Former Partner Brooks Nader?! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

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14 h. ago Mountain town rocked after country singer's mom murdered in random home invasion

A Virginia sheriff said the fatal home invasion stabbing of the mother of an an up-and-coming country music singer is unlike “anything" he's ever seen.

Events

14 h. ago How the Secret Service arranges a short notice trip like Trump's meeting in Alaska

The president will meet with Putin on Friday in Alaska. A former secret service agent shares how the service plans last minute trips like this, especially one with major geopolitical implications.

Politics