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Shockwaves Through Manhattan: Donald Trump & Sons Hit with Landmark Fraud Liability Verdict by New York Judge!

In a courtroom drama that has left Manhattan buzzing, New York’s Judge Arthur Engoron has delivered a seismic verdict, declaring former President Donald Trump and his adult sons liable for a decade of fraudulent financial maneuvering! This electrifying revelation comes as the curtain-raiser to a high-profile civil case spearheaded by the New York attorney general’s office, exposing the intricate tapestry of deception that underpinned the meteoric rise of the Trump real estate juggernaut. 🔍 Decoding a Decade of Deception!

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New York judge finds Donald Trump liable for fraud

A New York judge has found Donald Trump and his adult sons liable for fraud, saying the Trumps provided false financial statements for roughly a decade.

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Free Covid-19 tests are now available for order from the US government

Covid-19 tests are now available to be ordered for free from the US government. Starting Monday, people can order four tests per US household through Covidtests.gov. People without an internet connection can call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489) to request tests.

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Consumers are still spending on nice things, if they’re on trend

American consumers aren’t tired of shopping. They’re shopping more prudently, with an eye on getting the best value, sure. But they’re also rewarding the stores that are betting big on the right trends at the right time, for the right price.

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Bob Menendez remains defiant amid bribery charges

Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey remained defiant on Monday after being indicted on bribery charges at the end of last week, saying he believes he will be exonerated as he responded to some of the specific charges and evidence outlined by prosecutors.

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Now you can speak to ChatGPT — and it will talk back

You can now speak aloud to ChatGPT and hear the artificial intelligence-powered chatbot talk back.

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College professor creates program to help Black teens with Autism improve mental health

A Boston College professor is developing a virtual program to help Black youth with autism talk about their mental health.

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Costco members now have access to $29 online healthcare visits

Costco is now offering members online health checkups for as low as $29.

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Petition demands expulsion of New Hampshire students accused of sharing and ‘grading’ photos of female classmates without consent

Some 9th and 10th grade Bedford High School students, in Bedford, New Hampshire, mostly boys, took pictures of 11th and 12th-grade girls’ buttocks and breasts without their consent, “grading them and sharing those with others,” according to letters sent to parents Thursday and Friday by High School Principal Robert Jozokos.

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Houston Chosen as First City Outside of Africa for Diaspora African Forum Location

Today, Ambassador H.E. Dr. Erieka Bennett, founder and Head of Mission for the Diaspora African Forum (DAF) and leadership visited Houston to scout locations for what will become the first DAF location outside of the African continent. This achievement is the direct result of relationships forged during the trade and investment mission to West Africa in July, led by Mayor Sylvester Turner and a 30-member delegation.

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Two brothers convicted in murder-for-hire plot in killing of elementary school teacher over child support and alimony

An Alabama man and the brother he hired to kill his ex-wife in 2017 to avoid paying her child support and alimony were convicted by a federal jury on Wednesday, according to a news release from the US Department of Justice.

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As Covid-19 hospitalizations climb, rates among seniors and children raise concern

Covid-19 hospitalizations have been on the rise in the United States for months, with weekly admissions now more than triple what they were two months ago. Seniors have the highest rates of Covid hospitalizations by far, but hospitalizations among children — especially among those younger than 5 — are rising fast.

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Eagle Pass international railway crossing reopens after Texas migrant surge

The international railway bridge in Eagle Pass, Texas, reopened Saturday after personnel were redirected earlier this week to assist with a surge in migrant crossings at the US-Mexico border.

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A Texas teen was suspended for weeks over his locs hairstyle. Now, his family is suing the governor

A Black high school student who was suspended over his locs hairstyle and his mother have sued Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and the state’s attorney general for allegedly failing to enforce the state’s CROWN Act, a law that protects against hair discrimination.

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Fact check: Biden falsely claims he has ‘been to every mass shooting’

President Joe Biden falsely claimed Friday that he has been to the site of “every mass shooting,” the latest in a series of false claims about his travel record.

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Latest wave of migrants at US-Mexico border puts Biden under renewed pressure

A new surge of migrants at the US-Mexico border has placed immense pressure on federal resources and tested President Joe Biden’s border policies only months after going into place, prompting fresh criticism from Republicans and concern within the administration over a politically delicate issue.

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Dallas mayor switches parties to join GOP

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson announced Friday that he is switching parties and will serve as a Republican-affiliated mayor of the blue-leaning city.

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Australia to host academic conference on Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift’s enormous cultural, economic and musical impact is already known all too well.

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Matthew A. Cherry’s NFL past helped him tackle a sweet story of Black parenting that’s for everyone in ‘Young Love’

Matthew A. Cherry, a former NFL wide receiver turned Oscar winner who created the hit animated short film “Hair Love,” wants to show with his latest project that young parenting is the ultimate game of grit and determination.

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METRO Ready to "Upgrade U" with Service to Beyoncé's Renaissance Tour

As Beyoncé fans eagerly await the upcoming RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR at NRG Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 23, and Sunday, Sept. 24, METRO is here to provide convenient and affordable transportation options to the event.