US Regions - Page 806

August 13

Abigail Spanberger, Democratic governor hopeful, unveils education overhaul plan as election nears

Democratic Virginia gubernatorial hopeful Abigail Spanberger is looking to overhaul the state's educational institutions, according to a plan released by her campaign on Tuesday.

August 13

Arizona senate president calls on FCC to revoke state's PBS license over 'viewpoint discrimination'

Arizona senate president Warren Petersen requested the FCC investigate the state's PBS station for alleged bias toward the Democratic candidate in the 2022 governor's race.

August 13

Bama Rush star steps back from recruitment that coach called ‘psychological warfare’

TikTok influencer with 1.2M followers takes mental health break from Bama Rush content creation, citing struggles with online scrutiny during University of Alabama recruitment

August 13

Three states sign new agreements with ICE for expanded immigration enforcement operations

West Virginia governor announces comprehensive ICE partnership using 287(g) authority, enlisting state police and National Guard for immigration enforcement.

August 13

Dems face scrutiny over congressional representation gaps in blue states: 'Don't have clean hands'

Several Democratic states show significant disparities between President Donald Trump's 2024 vote share and Republican congressional seats amid Texas redistricting controversy.

August 13

Florida sheriff rips 'reprehensible' lake brawl after 8 arrested

A Florida sheriff tore into a group of rowdy boaters after a massive, caught-on-video lakeside brawl left families and children stunned.

August 13

Polite stranger's 'yes ma'am, no sir' demeanor suddenly turned violent in murder of country singer's mom

Random home invasion murder rocks peaceful Shenandoah Valley as Kevin Walker kills Holly Hatcher, mother of Nashville country singer Spencer Hatcher, in Timberville.

August 13

Last migrant hotel in New York City set to close as 'emergency shelter' program sunsets

The Row hotel in Times Square will end migrant housing operations as the Trump administration border policies reduce migrant arrivals to New York City.

August 13

Kentucky whistleblower claims licensing center sold IDs to illegal immigrants 'under the table'

Former Kentucky Transportation Cabinet clerk Melissa Moorman claimed in a lawsuit that she was fired after reporting on her co-workers’ illegal activity.

August 13

O'Rourke, Soros-linked groups face call for DOJ probe over alleged funding of Texas Dem walkout

Sen. John Cornyn requested the Justice Department investigate Beto O'Rourke and George Soros-linked groups for allegedly funding Texas Democrats' exodus from the state during redistricting.