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Murphy says he thinks there will be more than 10 GOP votes on gun safety legislation, but top negotiator says no deal this week
Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut, the lead Democrat in the bipartisan negotiations on gun safety reform, told CNN he believes there will be more than 10 Republicans supporting gun safety reform in the Senate but a top Republican negotiator says no deal will come this week.
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Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut, the lead Democrat in the bipartisan negotiations on gun safety reform, told CNN he believes there will be more than …
Published on June 9, 2022
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Latino Victory Fund Congratulates Rob Menendez for Winning Congressional Democratic Primary in New Jersey
Latino Victory Fund congratulated Rob Menendez for winning the Democratic primary to represent New Jersey’s 8th Congressional District.
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Suspect in Atlanta rapper Trouble's murder surrenders
A 33-year-old Georgia man suspected of murdering Atlanta rapper Trouble surrendered to deputies early Tuesday, according to Rockdale County Sheriff's Office (RCSO) spokesperson Jedidia Canty.
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Suspected 'Pillowcase Rapist' is charged in a series of sexual assaults in Florida in the 1980s
Aided by advances in DNA technology, authorities in Florida say they have identified and charged the so-called Pillowcase Rapist accused of sexually assaulting multiple women in the 1980s.
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China's BYD will supply EV batteries to 'good friend' Elon Musk 'very soon'
BYD, the Warren Buffett-backed Chinese electric carmaker, plans to supply batteries to Tesla "very soon," a senior executive from the company told a Chinese state-owned broadcaster. "BYD respects Tesla, and we also admire Tesla,"
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Bass has chance to make history in Los Angeles mayoral race
US Rep. Karen Bass, a longtime Democratic lawmaker who was on President Joe Biden's short list for a running mate during the 2020 campaign, could make history in California.
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California voters send a stark message to Democrats on crime and homelessness
Voters in two of the most liberal cities in America sent a clear message to the Democratic Party on Tuesday: they want their leaders to refocus on the most basic functions of government by ensuring their safety, protecting their quality of life and restoring order.
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Pride, Prejudice, and Power
June is Pride month in the United States. In big cities and small communities, LGBTQ+ people and their friends, families, and allies will celebrate freedom and progress toward full equality. All fair-minded Americans can celebrate that progress. But there is a growing shadow over this year’s celebrations. The far-right political movement is aggressively trying to turn back the clock to a time when LGBTQ+ people were not treated equally under the law. Anti-equality legal groups and anti-equality politicians are pushing legal and political attacks on our most vulnerable young people. MAGA movement political operatives are trying to win elections by stirring up fear and hatred against LGBTQ+ people.
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China offers $15,000 cash — or a 'spiritual reward' — for national security tip-offs
China is offering its citizens cash rewards of up to and above 100,000 yuan ($15,000) for tip-offs about people who endanger national security, as authorities intensify a years-long campaign to weed out what they see as growing threats from foreign espionage and "hostile forces."
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One dead, 30 injured after vehicle hits crowd near Berlin church
One person is dead and at least 30 are injured after a vehicle drove into a crowd near a church in Berlin, Germany, authorities say.
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Hindus push for Diwali holiday in Houston area schools
Hindus are urging Texas’ all Houston area independent school districts; and private/independent, charter, parochial schools; to close on their most popular festival Diwali.
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Mayor Turner Appoints New METRO Board Member
Mayor Sylvester Turner today announced the appointment of Diann L. Lewter to the Metropolitan Transit Authority (METRO) Board of Directors.
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Latino Victory Fund Congratulates Senator Alex Padilla for Winning California Special and Primary Election for the U.S. Senate
Padilla is the first Latino to represent California in the United States Senate.
Latino Victory Fund congratulated Senator Alex Padilla, D-California, for winning his elections for the U.S. Senate. Padilla was on the ballot in a special election to continue serving in the U.S. Senate in the seat vacated by Vice President Kamala Harris and in the regularly scheduled race for the full six-year Senate term.
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'Chrisley Knows Best' stars convicted of committing fraud, tax crimes
Reality TV stars Todd Chrisley and Julie Chrisley have been found guilty of conspiracy to defraud banks out of more than $30 million in fraudulent loans, according to a press release from the Department of Justice.
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Beto Flip-Flops On Support For LNG
“Credibility-challenged Beto O’Rourke, who has made flip-flopping a central theme of his campaign, doesn’t seem to know where he stands when it comes to supporting Texas LNG. It’s clear Beto doesn’t c
BETO NOW IN PORT ARTHUR: O’Rourke Touts The Fact Texas Can Export LNG To Europe To Counter Russia. O’ROURKE: “And I love the idea that we might even be able to export LNG to those countries in Europe who shouldn’t have to depend on Russia going forward, given what they are doing in Ukraine right now.” (Beto O’Rourke, Remarks, Port Arthur, TX, 3/9/22)
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Alley Theatre Announces the Cast & Creative Team of Cult Classic Clue
Alley Theatre kicks off its season with the return of the beloved Summer Chills series.
The Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre announces the cast and creative team of its 76th season kick-off production – Clue, with screenplay by Jonathan Lynn, written by Sandy Rustin with additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price. Clue is based on the Paramount Pictures Motion Picture and the Hasbro board game. This production runs July 22 – August 28, 2022 in the Hubbard Theatre and is directed by Alley’s Associate Producer & Casting Director Brandon Weinbrenner.
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Since the conclusion of the defamation trial between Johnny Depp, seen here leaving a Virginia court on May 26, and his ex-wife Amber Heard, Depp …
Published on June 8, 2022
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Prescription cannabis products with more THC may ease chronic pain, at least a little, study finds
People who suffer from chronic pain may find small-to-moderate pain relief for the short-term when using certain prescription cannabis products with higher THC to CBD levels, but there are some worrisome side effects, according to new research.
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CEOs are enjoying huge paydays while their workers struggle to pay bills
Despite all the buzz about the "Great Resignation" and a renaissance for the working classes in America, a new report finds the gap between executive and worker pay is only widening.
