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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit from a government watchdog group seeking to block the Trump administration’s controversial effort to shutter a key Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) office during a broader internal…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A former top transportation safety official is suing former President Donald Trump and the U.S. government, alleging that her abrupt removal from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) was both illegal and…

HOUSTON, TX — A Texas man accused of brutally killing his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter is facing capital murder charges after authorities say he offered a series of strange and implausible excuses for why he didn’t alert police…

CLEVELAND, OH — A tragic crash that claimed a man’s life has taken a disturbing turn after police revealed that the driver responsible was allegedly under the influence of drugs and distracted by applying makeup at the time of the accident.…

CHICAGO, IL — A new high-rise development is on the horizon for Chicago’s ever-evolving Fulton Market District. A 30-story residential tower, slated to bring 347 new apartment units and a generous dose of retail space, has been formally…

In a significant legal confrontation, immigration attorneys are imploring the U.S. Supreme Court to maintain an injunction that prevents the federal government from deporting noncitizens to third countries—nations where they have no prior…

In a tragic case highlighting the consequences of medical neglect, a Minnesota father has been sentenced to four years in prison for second-degree manslaughter following the death of his 9-year-old daughter during a severe asthma attack.…

In a harrowing incident that has left a Dallas community reeling, 26-year-old Angel Zamora Moreno embarked on a violent spree during morning rush hour, resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries. Witnesses described the assailant as…

In a sweeping move that echoes his first-term immigration policies, President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order barring citizens from 12 countries from entering the United States and imposing partial restrictions on travelers…

In a heartbreaking development, Kierston Russell, the 18-year-old twin sister of Alabama freshman quarterback Keelon Russell, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, which investigates…

In a revealing episode of Bravo's new reality series Next Gen NYC, Ariana Biermann, daughter of Real Housewives of Atlanta alum Kim Zolciak and stepdaughter of former NFL player Kroy Biermann, has accused her parents of spending all the…

McDonald’s has officially announced the return of its beloved Snack Wraps, set to make a permanent comeback on July 10, 2025. The decision follows years of fervent fan campaigns, petitions, and social media appeals urging the fast-food…

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for parts of the Chicago area, effective through 11 p.m. CDT on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. This alert encompasses several counties, including DeKalb, LaSalle, Boone, and…

Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice has expressed deep concern over a significant shift in Russian President Vladimir Putin's behavior, describing him as increasingly "desperate" and "out of control" as Ukraine…

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance are slated to attend the opening night of Les Misérables at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on June 11, 2025. Accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha…

Colorado Springs, CO — In a heartening development, 15-year-old Alisa Petrov from South Jordan, Utah, who had been missing since April 21, has been found safe and in good health. On Sunday evening, Alisa voluntarily walked into the Colorado…

Greenfield, IN — The parents of 10-year-old Sammy Teusch have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Greenfield-Central Community School Corporation, alleging that the school district failed to protect their son from relentless…

Newark, NJ — In a significant legal development, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has filed a federal lawsuit against interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba and Homeland Security Investigations agent Ricky Patel. The…

Tempe, AZ — In a deeply disturbing case that has shocked the community, three young men have been sentenced for their involvement in the fatal drive-by shooting of 5-year-old Landyn Brooks in Tempe, Arizona. The…

Washington, D.C. — The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging noncompliance with the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) concerning the collection of DNA…

Chicago is experiencing a gradual yet concerning phenomenon: the ground beneath the city is sinking at a rate faster than many other U.S. cities. This subsidence poses significant risks to infrastructure, including buildings, roads, and…

Chicago, IL — A 20-year-old man is in critical condition following a stabbing that occurred early Tuesday morning in Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood. The incident unfolded around 1:35 a.m. in the 200 block of East Illinois Street,…

In a significant move that underscores its dominance in the private equity (PE) landscape, Thoma Bravo has successfully raised $34.4 billion across three new funds. This achievement not only highlights the firm's robust investor confidence…

Naperville, IL — The Cheesecake Factory is set to open its newest Illinois location on June 17, 2025, at 404 IL Route 59, marking its sixth restaurant in the state. This expansion is part of the city's Block 59 redevelopment project,…

In a landmark move to meet its soaring energy demands, Meta Platforms Inc. has inked a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Constellation Energy to procure 1.1 gigawatts of nuclear power from the Clinton Clean Energy Center in…

A 25-year-old man was abducted in Chicago's Old Town neighborhood over the weekend and coerced into withdrawing cash from an ATM and transferring funds through a banking app, according to police reports. Incident Overview The victim…

In an era where dramatic relationship breakups often go viral, one tale continues to make the rounds for its wit, humor, and poetic justice. It involves a husband who sent a cold-hearted letter demanding a divorce—only to be met with a…

Devin Harjes, a versatile actor celebrated for his compelling roles in television series such as Boardwalk Empire, Daredevil, and Manifest, has passed away at the age of 41. He died on May 27, 2025, at Mount Sinai West Hospital in New York…

In a case highlighting the challenges of juvenile crime and the justice system, a teenager has been sentenced to eight years in prison for carjacking a Lyft driver, all while awaiting trial on seven other juvenile cases.…

In the early hours of Saturday, May 31, a drive-by shooting disrupted a post-prom celebration near St. Sabina Church in Chicago's Auburn Gresham neighborhood, leaving seven teenagers injured. The Incident Around 1:55 a.m., a large…