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The American Bar Association (ABA) is firing back at Attorney General Pam Bondi's latest directive, which effectively ends the ABA’s long‑standing role in vetting President Trump’s judicial nominees. In a blistering June 10 letter, ABA…

In a major legal decision out of California, a federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration cannot back out of a key Biden-era settlement that provides legal services and support to migrant families separated at the U.S.-Mexico…

WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 11, 2025) — The Trump administration has issued a formal complaint regarding the "casual approach" of a federal judge in a legal case involving the government's stance on immigration enforcement. The…

LOS ANGELES, CA (June 11, 2025) — A 56-year-old man is facing murder charges after allegedly fatally shooting his elderly neighbor, a 78-year-old woman, while she had her hands raised in a defensive gesture. The…

SAN DIEGO, CA (June 11, 2025) — A 32-year-old mother of five was tragically shot in the back while attending a peaceful drum circle event in a public park on Sunday evening. The shooting, which occurred at Balboa Park in…

MIAMI, FL (June 11, 2025) — A Florida man was arrested this week after allegedly calling 911 to report that an employee at a strip club had refused to engage in sexual activity with him. The bizarre incident, which took…

MILWAUKEE, WI (June 11, 2025) — The Trump administration's Department of Justice (DOJ) has strongly opposed a motion filed by Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan to dismiss charges accusing her of obstructing U.S. Immigration and…

TAMPA, FL (June 11, 2025) — A 16-year-old girl and her 18-year-old boyfriend are facing first-degree murder charges after allegedly conspiring to kill her grandparents, who had adopted her as their own daughter. The horrific crime, which…

LOS ANGELES, CA (June 11, 2025) — A California teen convicted of the brutal massacre of his family, including his 3-year-old brother, is set to receive a new trial following a decision by a state appellate court. The…

WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 11, 2025) — The law firm Perkins Coie has accused the Trump administration of failing to comply with a federal court order that mandated the reinstatement of its attorneys' security clearances. This development marks…

ST. PAUL, MN (June 11, 2025) — Minnesota has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging the constitutionality of an executive order that threatens to withhold federal funding from states…

SHREVEPORT, LA (June 11, 2025) — Bill Lunn, a former Emmy-winning news anchor for KTBS in Shreveport, Louisiana, has filed a defamation lawsuit against competitor KTAL and journalists Dan and Jacquelyn Jovic. The legal action stems from a…

New York / Caracas – June 9, 2025 – The Despierta América family and Hispanic media mourn the loss of Patricia Fuenmayor, a Venezuelan beauty queen-turned-journalist, whose sudden death from cancer at age 51 was confirmed this morning.…

June 9, 2025 — Sylvester “Sly Stone” Stewart, trailblazing frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, passed away at age 82 after a prolonged battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and related health issues. Known for…

A 36-year‑old North Dakota man, Ian Patrick Stewart of Williston, stands accused in a chilling federal indictment that spans multiple alarming incidents. Incident Summary Threats against Barack Obama: Between April 20 and May …

A federal employee with the U.S. Department of Justice is now at the center of a shocking criminal investigation after allegedly spiking his pregnant girlfriend’s drink with abortion pills—without her knowledge or consent. The…

A whistleblower lawsuit has landed on Governor Jared Polis’s desk, claiming he asked state officials to violate Colorado privacy laws by sharing confidential personal data with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)—despite being the one…

A man once convicted of a high-profile murder will now face a new trial, after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned his conviction—citing constitutional violations during his original prosecution. State Attorney General officials say the new…

Chicago, June 2025 — Angered by recent ICE raids and the federal detention of David Huerta, president of SEIU California and SEIU‑USWW, supporters gathered today at Daley Plaza for a protest demanding Huerta’s freedom and an end to…

As Illinois prepares to surpass $2.5 billion in spending on migrant care by the end of 2025, lawmakers, watchdog groups, and taxpayers are raising urgent questions about how the money is being used—and who’s accountable. Governor…

Chicago, IL – June 2025 - Gun rights advocates have filed a new federal appeal challenging Illinois' controversial assault weapons ban, escalating a legal battle that has divided the state and drawn national attention. The lawsuit,…

Hundreds of protesters gathered in downtown Chicago today to voice their opposition to former President Donald Trump’s latest proposals on immigration and renewed calls for a federal travel ban. The demonstration, which…

In a bold move, Senator Cory Booker made it crystal clear this weekend: he’s not taking campaign money from Elon Musk—but he’d still love the billionaire’s help in stopping what he calls a dangerous, Trump-backed bill. Speaking on…

JERUSALEM, June 9, 2025 — Early Monday, the Israeli navy intercepted the Madleen, a British-flagged aid ship carrying humanitarian supplies to Gaza. On board were Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg, French MEP Rima Hassan, and nine…

LOS ANGELES, June 9, 2025 — California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office has stirred controversy by likening the recent anti-ICE protests and riots in Los Angeles to exuberant sports celebrations—think Philadelphia Eagles fans celebrating a…

CHELAN COUNTY, WA – June 8, 2025 — Authorities have released fresh images of Travis Decker, the suspect accused of murdering his three daughters—Paityn (9), Evelyn (8), and Olivia (5)—after a scheduled visitation on May 30. The girls…

Tropical Storm Barbara is rapidly gaining strength off Mexico’s southwestern coast and is expected to become the first hurricane of the Eastern Pacific season later today, according to the National Hurricane Center. As of early…

KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza — June 9, 2025 — Israeli forces say they have located and confirmed the body of Mohammed Sinwar, a senior Hamas military leader, deep inside a tunnel beneath the European Hospital in Khan Younis. The finding comes three…

WASHINGTON (June 8, 2025) – ABC News has suspended senior correspondent Terry Moran after he posted a strong condemnation of former President Donald Trump and top adviser Stephen Miller on social media, calling them “world-class haters.”…

A tank battery near Skelly Road and Highway 39 in Wanette erupted in a towering blaze Friday morning, moments after a round of thunderstorms passed through the area. KOCO’s Sky 5 helicopter captured the dramatic flames and thick plumes of…