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Federal Appeals Court Rejects Detention of Illegal Immigrants Living in US Without Bond
The 11th Circuit’s decision deepens a divide among multiple federal appeals courts that have ruled on the issue.
Judge Allows Feds to Keep Seized Fulton County 2020 Ballots
U.S. District Judge J.P. Boulee rejected arguments from county attorneys said the materials should be returned.
Justice Department Launches Investigation Into Fairfax Attorney Over Plea Bargains, Sentencing
Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dillon said the prosecutor may be offering illegal immigrants ‘sweetheart deals.’
DOJ Alleges UCLA Illegally Used Race in Medical School Admissions
An investigation revealed the school allegedly used different academic metrics for different races when making admission decisions.
Stephen Foster: The Father of American Music
In this installment of ‘The Art of Liberty,’ Stephen Foster brings his popular songs to the common people.
California Insurance Regulators Say State Farm Mishandled Wildfire Claims
State Farm denied any mishandling or intentional underpaying of wildfire claims.
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Ban on Cellphones in Schools Produces Mixed Results, Study Finds
With substantial reduction in use, researchers found little or no impact on test scores, attendance, and engagement in class.
Women’s College Faces Federal Inquiry for Admitting Males Identifying as Transgender
The Education Department launched an investigation into Smith College in Massachusetts, which admits males and gives them access to spaces designed for women.
Taiwanese Diplomat Throws Ceremonial First Pitch at Taiwanese Heritage Night Hosted by Giants
Wu Chih-hsiang, director general of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in San Francisco, took to the field in a Giants jersey to throw the pitch.
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Eli Lilly Announces $4.5 Billion in Indiana Expansion
Since 2020, Lilly has committed more than $21 billion in capital to expand manufacturing capacity at its Indiana manufacturing complex.
Tesla Recalls Nearly 219,000 Vehicles Over Rearview Camera Display Delay
A delay of up to 11 seconds could result in a loss of rearview images when drivers shift into reverse, according to a recall notice.
House Democrats Press State Department to Disclose Israel’s Nuclear Capabilities Amid Iran War
A letter from 30 House Democrats asks the administration to review policies restricting U.S. government officials from acknowledging Israeli nuclear capability.
Trump Paused Hormuz Naval Mission Amid Progress in Iran Talks: Israeli Officials
Despite diplomatic momentum, divisions within Tehran’s leadership continue to threaten prospects for a lasting agreement, the officials said.
Democrats Retain Control of Michigan State Senate With Greene’s Special Election Win
Democrat says the special election victory marks the start of a blue wave.
Day in Photos: Cruise Ship Crew Members Evacuated, Transport Strike, and Battle Reenactment
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Justice Department Sues Denver Over Ban on AR-15 Rifles
A complaint filed Tuesday came after the city’s mayor refused to repeal the decades-long ban.
CBP Says It Will Start Issuing First Refunds of Trump Tariffs on May 12
Customs and Border Protection was initially expected to start issuing refunds on May 11, but the timeline has now been delayed by a day.
Voters Head to Polls for Primaries in Ohio, Indiana, Special Election in Michigan
Indiana’s elections have garnered attention as Republicans in the state Senate declined to engage in mid-decade redistricting.
Day in Photos: Military Drills, 2026 Met Gala, and Meat Industry Investigation
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Trump Admin Releases New Strategy to Combat Drug Trafficking, Addiction
‘In the land of the free, every American deserves to live a drug-free life,’ the president said.
Iranian Strikes on UAE, Ships Amid US Operation to Open Hormuz Strait Test Ceasefire
President Donald Trump stopped short of saying that the ceasefire has been violated.
California Man Sentenced for Stealing $59 Million in Public Benefits, Transferring Funds to China
The individual, together with other people, fraudulently obtained state unemployment compensation benefits using stolen identities.
