Nebraska has become the first U.S. state to receive federal approval to ban the purchase of soda and energy drinks using SNAP (food stamp) benefits. The waiver, signed by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, will take effect on January 1, 2026, affecting about 152,000 SNAP recipients in the state. This marks a historic shift in SNAP policy, with other Republican-led states also seeking similar restrictions, … Continue reading Nebraska To Ban Soda, Energy Drinks From Food Stamps

The U.S. Department of Justice has launched an investigation into Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson over possible race-based hiring discrimination, citing his recent remarks highlighting the number of Black officials in his administration. The probe, authorized by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon, follows Johnson’s appearance at a Woodlawn church where he emphasized hiring Black staff to support Black communities. The investigation, based on potential violations of … Continue reading Navy Secretary’s DC home damaged in fire

The U.S. Department of Justice has launched an investigation into Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson over possible race-based hiring discrimination, citing his recent remarks highlighting the number of Black officials in his administration. The probe, authorized by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon, follows Johnson’s appearance at a Woodlawn church where he emphasized hiring Black staff to support Black communities. The investigation, based on potential violations of … Continue reading DOJ investigating Chicago Mayor Johnson for alleged racially motivated hiring

Rep. LaMonica McIver of New Jersey has been charged with assaulting federal officers during a May 9 scuffle at an ICE detention facility in Newark. According to a federal complaint, McIver allegedly struck and grabbed two Homeland Security agents while trying to prevent the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, who had entered a restricted area during a visit by McIver and two other House … Continue reading New Jersey Rep. LaMonica McIver faces felony assault charge in conflict at ICE facility

A maintenance worker with the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office, Sterling Williams, has been arrested in connection with the escape of 10 inmates from a New Orleans jail. Authorities say Williams admitted to turning off water in the escape cell and acted under an inmate’s orders. He faces 11 charges, including malfeasance in office. The inmates escaped through a hole in the wall, crossed an interstate, … Continue reading Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office employee arrested following the escape of 10 inmates

A gunman opened fire inside a Las Vegas Athletic Club on Friday, killing one person and injuring two others. Police shot the suspect as he tried to flee and later confirmed he died at the hospital. The motive remains unknown. The victim killed was identified as longtime gym employee Edgar Quinonez, NBC News has reported. The gym is temporarily closed as the investigation continues. Written … Continue reading Employee killed, multiple injured in shooting at Las Vegas gym

At least 28 people were killed and dozens injured after a powerful wave of severe storms and tornadoes tore through the central U.S. from late Friday into Saturday. Kentucky was hit hardest, with 18 deaths—17 in Laurel County alone—while Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana also saw significant damage and casualties. Entire neighborhoods were destroyed, thousands lost power, and emergency crews are still searching for survivors. In … Continue reading 28 dead, half a million without power as deadly storms, tornadoes sweep across central, eastern US

Authorities say they are confident they will soon capture the remaining seven of ten inmates who escaped from the Orleans Parish Justice Center in New Orleans, calling it one of the largest jailbreaks in Louisiana history. Three fugitives were caught Friday, the day of the escape, and law enforcement agencies, including the FBI and U.S. Marshals, are actively tracking the rest using public tips and … Continue reading Authorities express confidence in finding 7 remaining escaped New Orleans inmates

A 25-year-old man, Guy Edward Bartkus, died in a car bomb explosion he allegedly set off outside a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California, in what the FBI is calling an act of terrorism. Bartkus left behind anti-natalist and “anti-pro-life” writings and attempted to livestream the blast, which injured four people but did not harm any embryos. Authorities are investigating his motives and searching his … Continue reading Authorities say suspect in California fertility clinic bombing left behind ‘anti-pro-life’ writings

A female Mexican Navy cadet, América Yamilet Sánchez of Veracruz, was killed when the Mexican navy training ship Cuauhtémoc collided with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York on Saturday night. The ship lost propulsion and struck the bridge, snapping its masts but causing no injuries on the bridge itself. Videos captured the dramatic impact as the ship backed into the span. Investigations are underway, with officials calling … Continue reading Mexican navy cadet is first victim to be identified in Brooklyn Bridge ship collision

Hadi Matar, 27, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for the 2022 stabbing attack on author Salman Rushdie during a lecture in New York. Rushdie, now 77, suffered serious injuries including partial blindness and nerve damage. Matar, who also injured a moderator, received an additional 7-year sentence to run concurrently. Prosecutors say the attack was motivated by a fatwa issued by Iran’s Ayatollah Khomeini … Continue reading Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie sentenced to 25 years in prison

The historic Nottoway Plantation, the largest Antebellum mansion in the South, was destroyed by a fire on May 15 in White Castle, Louisiana. Built in 1859 by enslaved people, the 64-room mansion was a prominent landmark along the Mississippi River.  The fire began in a bedroom, was briefly contained, then reignited and burned through the night. Though once considered for restoration, owners are now unsure … Continue reading The Largest Antebellum Mansion in the South is Destroyed by Fire

Former FBI Director James Comey was interviewed by the U.S. Secret Service on Friday over a social media post that Trump supporters claimed was a veiled threat against the former president. The post showed the number “8647” spelled out in seashells—interpreted by some as slang for “kill Trump,” the 47th president. Comey voluntarily met with agents and later took down the post, stating he opposed … Continue reading Ex-FBI director Comey meets with Secret Service over ‘8647’ post

At least four people were killed and several others injured after severe weather, including two possible tornadoes, struck St. Louis on Friday. The storms damaged about 20 square blocks, with search-and-rescue operations ongoing. One tornado was reported near Forest Park, with another possible touchdown still being investigated. Ten patients, including one in critical condition, were taken to St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Damage included collapsed buildings, … Continue reading At least 4 killed, 10 injured in suspected St. Louis tornadoes

Ten inmates escaped from a New Orleans jail early Friday, possibly with help from staff, according to the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office. One escapee, Kendell Myles, charged with attempted second-degree murder, was recaptured in the French Quarter. Nine remain at large, including four charged with murder. The inmates broke out through a wall behind a toilet and scaled a fence using blankets. Faulty locks and … Continue reading 9 men at large after escape from New Orleans jail including 4 charged with murder

In Richmond, California, a disturbing mystery is unfolding as residents report multiple birds dying violently, with some appearing to “explode” after landing on power lines. Security footage showed one bird falling to its death following a loud pop. Necropsies on two birds revealed trauma consistent with pellet guns or slingshots, but the exact cause of the deaths remains unclear. At least 13 birds have been … Continue reading Mystery of ‘exploding birds’ deepens in California city

A rock climber, Anton Tselykh, survived a fall of hundreds of feet in Washington’s North Cascades mountains that killed his three companions. After suffering internal bleeding and head trauma, Tselykh managed to extricate himself from tangled equipment and hiked for hours to a pay phone to call for help. The group had been descending the Early Winters Spires when their anchor, a piton, was dislodged, … Continue reading Climber survives 400-foot fall that killed 3 friends in Washington state

Heavy rain caused flooding across several states on Tuesday, with a 12-year-old boy reported missing in Albemarle County, Virginia, after being swept away by floodwaters. A search for the boy was paused overnight due to safety concerns. In Maryland, schools in Allegany County were evacuated, and flash floods triggered warnings for over 17 million people from Pennsylvania to North Carolina. More than 5 inches of … Continue reading Boy missing, elementary schools in Maryland evacuated amid flooding

Advocates for physician-assisted death in New York are optimistic after the Assembly passed the Medical Aid in Dying Act. The focus now shifts to the Senate, where support for the bill has been growing. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins plans to bring the bill to a vote once it has enough Democratic backing, with 25 senators currently sponsoring it. The bill requires 32 votes to … Continue reading NY assisted dying bill moves forward

Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan, 66, has been indicted on charges of concealing a person from arrest and obstruction after allegedly helping an undocumented migrant, Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, evade arrest by ICE agents. Prosecutors claim Dugan attempted to assist Flores-Ruiz and his lawyer in leaving the courtroom through a back door. Dugan faces up to six years in prison if convicted. She denies the … Continue reading Wisconsin judge indicted on allegations she helped man evade ICE agents

A California judge has resentenced Erik and Lyle Menendez, making them eligible for parole after serving over 30 years for the 1989 shotgun killings of their parents. The brothers, previously sentenced to life without parole, were resentenced to 50 years to life following testimony about their rehabilitation. The parole board will now decide their fate, with a clemency recommendation due to Governor Gavin Newsom by … Continue reading Erik and Lyle Menendez are now eligible for parole after judge resentences them

A 4.1-magnitude earthquake struck near Greenback, Tennessee, on the morning of May 10, with shaking felt across parts of the Southeast, including the Carolinas, Georgia, Alabama, and Kentucky. No damage was reported, and experts say quakes of this size are often felt but rarely cause harm. Tennessee has experienced several smaller quakes recently, though only a few over magnitude 3.0 in the past year, USA … Continue reading 4.1-magnitude earthquake near Knoxville, Tennessee, felt in several states

At least 10 people in California and Nevada have been hospitalized in a listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat products from Fresh & Ready Foods LLC. The FDA traced the outbreak to products sold in multiple western states at locations such as hospitals, hotels, stores, and airports, the Associated Press has reported. The company has issued a voluntary recall of affected items with “use by” dates … Continue reading At least 10 people sickened in US listeria outbreak linked to prepared foods

A five-alarm fire at the Highland Court Apartments in Milwaukee on Mother’s Day left four people dead and four critically injured. Firefighters rescued around 30 residents from the burning four-story building, which lacked residential sprinklers due to a grandfather clause. The blaze began in a common area and spread rapidly. About 22 fire engines and eight ladder trucks responded, with the Red Cross aiding the … Continue reading 4 dead, 4 in critical condition after five-alarm Milwaukee apartment fire

A powerful explosion leveled a home in Washington Township, New Jersey, early Sunday around 2 a.m., killing a man and a woman, according to local reports. Neighbors described the blast as sounding like a bomb, with flames engulfing the house and damaging nearby properties. Firefighters quickly responded and extinguished the blaze, ABC News has reported. The cause of the explosion is under investigation by local … Continue reading Massive explosion levels New Jersey home, rocks neighborhood