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Jack Teixeira pleads guilty to leaking sensitive national defense information

The Massachusetts Air National Guardsman accused of posting a trove of highly classified intelligence reports and other documents on social media pleaded guilty on Monday to willfully retaining and disseminating national defense information.

Memphis mayor meets with gang leaders to request ceasefire in effort to curb city’s gun violence

A record-breaking 398 people fell victim to homicides in Memphis last year – a noticeable jump from the 190 reported five years ago. And with more than 600 major violent crimes so far in 2024, including at least 40 homicides, …

George & Barbara Bush Foundation Announces 41@100: A Celebration of George H.W. Bush on His 100th Birthday

The George & Barbara Bush Foundation is organizing a three-day celebration, 41@100: A Celebration of George H.W. Bush, from June 11-13, 2024, at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Center on the Texas A&M University campus in College Station, Texas.

Philly LGBT Affairs executive director yells, ‘I work for the mayor,’ as she films her and her husband’s arrest

Philadelphia’s head of LGBT affairs and her husband were arrested by a state trooper Saturday, in what the mayor is calling a “very concerning,” interaction, according to a video circulating on social media, which was confirmed by police.

Firefighters battling ‘monster’ Texas wildfire contend with strong winds and heat as residents grapple with lost homes

The biggest inferno in Texas history was being fueled by winds and high temperatures as it raged Sunday, threatening to incinerate more buildings, cattle and livelihoods across the Texas Panhandle while residents sift through ashes of what used to be …

Elevate Your Spring Break: Fort Bend County Libraries Offer Exclusive Teen Activities

Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) are your go-to destination for an unforgettable Spring Break experience tailored exclusively for high school teens (grades 9-12). From engaging gaming sessions to creative craft circles and everything in between, these specially curated programs offer …

Embark on a Furry Adventure: Teddy-Bear Camp at Mission Bend Branch Library

Spring Break transcends the bounds of age at Mission Bend Branch Library, where even teddy bears are invited to partake in a week-long escapade of fun and frolic. Welcome to "Teddy-Bear Camp at the Library," an enchanting journey tailored for …

Why it’s not all doom and gloom for commercial real estate

After decades of growth bolstered by low interest rates and easy credit, commercial real estate has hit a wall.

Houston Awaits City Council's Verdict on United Airlines' Terminal B Revamp at IAH

A monumental decision awaits the Houston City Council this Wednesday, March 6, as Mayor John Whitmire positions the United Airlines Terminal B expansion proposal at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on the imminent council docket.

Harris County Gears Up for Groundbreaking Joint Primary Elections

Harris County is making history with its Joint Primary Elections set to take place tomorrow, March 5th. This pioneering event will see over 500 vote centers open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., offering voters the convenience to cast their …

UN agency accuses Israel of detaining/coercing staffers into false confessions about ties to Hamas

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees on Monday accused Israel of detaining and torturing some of its staffers, coercing them into making false confessions about the agency’s ties to Hamas.

Certain types of ‘forever chemicals’ will no longer be used in US food packaging, FDA says

Certain kinds of greaseproofing “forever” chemicals called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, will no longer be used in food packaging in the US, the US Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday.

Police release body camera video capturing Illinois police shooting man inside his home

A police department in suburban Chicago has released portions of several body camera videos capturing the moments police shot and killed a man inside his apartment bedroom. The videos fill in some key information about the incident but do not …

Passengers Refuse to Fly on Boeing 737 Max: "I Want to Get Off the Plane"

Ed Pierson was flying from Seattle to New Jersey in 2023, when he ended up boarding a plane he’d never wanted to fly on.

DNC accuses pro-RFK Jr. super PAC of campaign finance violations

The Democratic National Committee has accused the super PAC backing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s presidential campaign of committing additional campaign finance violations on Monday, a further escalation of Democrats’ efforts to diminish Kennedy’s independent White House bid.