State and Local Controversies - Page 39

Pride flags spark controversy after being displayed with veterans' tribute banners in Long Island town

June 18, 2026

Pride flags spark controversy after being displayed with veterans' tribute banners in Long Island town

Pride flags were removed from above Hometown Heroes veterans banners in Northport, Long Island, after the American Legion raised concerns about placement.

Colorado teacher fired after students allegedly pressured to kiss classmates in skits

June 17, 2026

Colorado teacher fired after students allegedly pressured to kiss classmates in skits

Colorado teacher Jennifer Honka was fired after allegedly asking students to kiss classmates during French class skits, with performances tied to grades.

Smithsonian urged to withdraw from retreat with workshop run by educator with history of extreme rhetoric

June 17, 2026

Smithsonian urged to withdraw from retreat with workshop run by educator with history of extreme rhetoric

NAVI urges Smithsonian's NMAAHC to skip academic retreat over concerns about workshop leader Ismael Jimenez's alleged anti-Israel comments and curriculum.

MLB reprimanding Giants players for writing Bible verses on Pride hats is ‘sickening’: OutKick host

June 16, 2026

MLB reprimanding Giants players for writing Bible verses on Pride hats is ‘sickening’: OutKick host

OutKick host Dan Dakich discusses MLB saying members of the San Francisco Giants violated league policy by displaying Bible verses on their Pride-themed caps on ‘Fox News @ Night.’

Left-wing sportswriter angrily criticizes Giants players for protesting Pride Night hats: 'Do better'

June 15, 2026

Left-wing sportswriter angrily criticizes Giants players for protesting Pride Night hats: 'Do better'

A sportswriter for The Athletic criticized San Francisco Giants players who wore Bible verses during Pride Night, sparking debate over religious freedom and tolerance.

One of nation's largest Christian foster agencies will not allow LGBTQ couples to adopt children

June 13, 2026

One of nation's largest Christian foster agencies will not allow LGBTQ couples to adopt children

Bethany Christian Services reversed its policy on LGBTQ foster and adoption placements, citing renewed commitment to its Christian faith and beliefs.

Greg Gutfeld: Even members of Karen Bass’ family think she sucks

June 12, 2026

Greg Gutfeld: Even members of Karen Bass’ family think she sucks

Fox News host Greg Gutfeld and the ‘Gutfeld!’ panel discuss how the brother of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is suing the city over his house being destroyed in the Palisades Fire.

Unearthed DOJ emails expose turmoil over Biden-era memo urging crackdown on parents

June 12, 2026

Unearthed DOJ emails expose turmoil over Biden-era memo urging crackdown on parents

Internal DOJ emails reveal officials allegedly called Garland's 2021 school board memo "stupid" and warned it would look like an "Anti-MAGA Task Force."

How the Rise of Socialism is fueling Chevron's California Exodus

June 12, 2026

How the Rise of Socialism is fueling Chevron's California Exodus

As Richmond, California's socialist-aligned leaders wage a long-running battle against Chevron, residents, politicians, and business owners warn that losing the oil giant could devastate the city's economy.

Loudoun County parents not 'satisfied' after school officials testify on transgender policies

June 11, 2026

Loudoun County parents not 'satisfied' after school officials testify on transgender policies

Virginia parents speak out against Loudoun County school transgender policies after superintendent affirms support for trans women in women's spaces.