Harris leans into populism with proposal for middle-class and lower-income tax cuts
Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday is expected to propose a new plan to cut taxes for middle-class and lower-income Americans, leaning into populism with her economic policy rollout. The plan would offer tax relief for more than 100 million …
NYC Mayor Eric Adams and others subpoenaed in long-standing federal probe
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been issued a federal grand jury subpoena as part of an investigation into corruption and illegal campaign donations, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
2 women were murdered six years apart. Now DNA evidence links a suspect, police say
Six years ago, a passing driver in Austin, Texas, found the body of a 28-year-old woman in a silver sedan. She had been sexually assaulted and strangled.
Oklahoma city approves over $7 million settlement with man wrongfully imprisoned for 48 years
The city of Edmond, Oklahoma, has agreed to a $7.15 million settlement with a man who served 48 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, his attorney announced.
Florida jury begins deliberations in trial of White woman who fatally shot Black neighbor amid dispute over kids playing outside
A Florida jury began deliberations Friday afternoon on whether a 60-year-old White woman was justified in fatally shooting an unarmed Black mother during an ongoing dispute over children playing near her home.
Dr. Macie Smith Unveils the Realities of Dementia Care and Guides Families Toward Lifesaving Support
As America grapples with a growing dementia crisis, nearly 7 million individuals currently live with Alzheimer’s dementia, a number expected to rise dramatically. Amidst this daunting reality, gerontologist Dr. Macie Smith is on a mission to fill critical gaps in …
'Just awful': Mom of teen who was placed in handcuffs by Detroit judge on field trip breaks silence
On Tuesday we shared the story of 36th District Court Judge Kenneth King placing a child visiting his courtroom in handcuffs and in jail clothing for falling asleep and “giving him attitude”, now the 15-year-old's mother is speaking out.
Secret Service beefs up security for Trump, including with bulletproof glass
The Secret Service has begun bolstering Donald Trump’s security detail and plans to surround the former president with bulletproof glass at campaign rallies.
Johannes Kepler thought he sketched Mercury orbiting across the sun. What he actually captured has solved a solar mystery
German astronomer Johannes Kepler made sketches of sunspots in 1607 from his observations of the sun’s surface — and centuries later, the pioneering drawings are helping scientists solve a solar mystery.
Santa Teresita del Niño Jesús Dormitory: A New Home, A New Hope
Nestled in the heart of Santa Teresita, a dream that has been years in the making has finally come to life. On June 15, 2024, the Nazareth Orphanage (OFNO) unveiled the Santa Teresita del Niño Jesús dormitory, a beacon of …
Give Your Health the Ol' College Try: A Guide for Freshman Survival
Kennedy Lawrence was brimming with excitement as she packed her bags for her freshman year at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Like many young adults, she eagerly anticipated the freedom that college life promised. But amidst all the buzz about new …
The US is experiencing its largest summer Covid wave in at least two years
It may be time to dust off the face masks and air purifiers. The US is in the midst of a significant Covid-19 wave, and when the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updates its wastewater dashboard on Friday, …
Sales at stores are suddenly surging in the US economy’s latest show of strength
The backbone of America’s economy remains solid, despite a slowing job market, elevated interest rates and still-high inflation.
Harris to announce 4-year plan to lower housing costs
Vice President Kamala Harris plans to announce Friday what her campaign is describing as a four-year plan to lower housing costs, including $25,000 in down payment assistance for first-time homeowners and actions aimed at spurring the construction of new housing, …
Honoring the Enduring Legacy of Ernesto Luis Maldonado: A Pillar of Compassion and Innovation
This week, the Houston community bids farewell to a true visionary and humanitarian, Ernesto Luis Maldonado, whose influence will be felt for generations to come. As an architect, artist, and self-taught botanist, Ernesto was more than just a designer—he was …
