U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were reportedly denied entry at Hamline Elementary School in Chicago, highlighting tensions between federal immigration policies and local sanctuary city protections.
After a four-year investigation, Marilyn Manson will not face criminal charges for sexual assault and domestic violence due to the statute of limitations and insufficient evidence, despite multiple allegations from women including Evan Rachel Wood and Esmé Bianco.
Capitol Police Officer Caroline Edwards provided vivid testimony about the violent January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, describing it as a 'war scene' and detailing the physical and emotional toll on law enforcement.
A 21-year-old Washington state woman, Teresa Youngblut, has been arrested for the fatal shooting of U.S. Border Patrol Agent David Maland during a traffic stop in Vermont. The incident involved tactical gear and firearms, leading to a deadly exchange of gunfire.
Matthew Shepard's 1998 murder became a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ history, inspiring nationwide activism and leading to significant legal changes. His legacy continues to influence discussions on justice, equality, and hate crime prevention, with his parents' advocacy and recent cultural reflections keeping his memory alive.
The FBI conducted a raid on the law offices of Joseph Molina Flynn, a notable Rhode Island immigration attorney and Central Falls Municipal Court Judge, under a court-authorized search warrant. Flynn, the first undocumented immigrant to serve on the Central Falls bench, resigned following the raid. The investigation's details remain undisclosed, but it is known to predate President Trump's return to the White House.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to declassify government records related to the assassinations of John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr., aiming to provide transparency into these pivotal events in American history.
Axel Rudakubana, an 18-year-old from Southport, England, has been sentenced to a minimum of 52 years in prison for the brutal murders of three young girls and the attempted murder of 10 others during a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in July 2024. The attack, described as 'pre-meditated mass murder,' shocked the nation and left families and communities devastated. Rudakubana pleaded guilty to the murders and charges related to producing ricin, possessing terrorist material, and carrying a knife. The case has raised significant concerns about the effectiveness of counter-terrorism measures and sparked calls for legal reform.
An aide to House Speaker Mike Johnson reportedly advised Republican lawmakers against subpoenaing Cassidy Hutchinson, a key witness in the January 6 investigation, due to concerns that it could expose sexually explicit texts sent to her by members of Congress. Hutchinson, who provided explosive testimony about former President Donald Trump’s actions during the Capitol riot, has become a central figure in the ongoing political and legal battles surrounding the events of January 6. The decision not to subpoena her has raised questions about the motivations behind the GOP’s efforts to revisit the investigation.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to declassify all remaining government records related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. This move, aimed at increasing transparency, fulfills a campaign promise and addresses public interest and conspiracy theories surrounding these events. The declassification process will be overseen by the Director of National Intelligence and the Attorney General, with plans for the release of documents within specified timeframes. The decision has sparked mixed reactions, with some praising the move towards transparency and others criticizing it as politicizing the legacies of the deceased leaders.