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West Virginia Declares Emergency for All 55 Counties After New Storms Dump Heavy Rain
The declaration runs 30 days as a similar July order still active in 12 counties.
Democrats Split on Party’s Future as Democratic Socialists Make Key Primary Wins
Here’s what to know about the divide splitting Democrats across the United States.
Border Agents Intercept Nearly $15 Million in Meth
Agents discovered the illegal narcotics hidden within a tractor-trailer that was manifested as fresh celery.
Trump Hails Ibogaine Application Gift Aimed at Helping Veterans With Mental Illness
The president linked University of Miami’s donation to an April executive order aimed at accelerating psychedelic treatments for mental health conditions.
SEC Proposes New Rules to Let Crypto Companies Raise Capital More Easily
The new framework would let the companies sidestep the traditional registration requirements of a stock offering.
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New Jersey Agrees to Work With DHS on Voter Rolls
Secretary Markwayne Mullin’s announcement marks a shift in the dispute between New Jersey and the federal government over access to voter information.
Education Department Investigating Two K–12 Districts for Allegedly Factoring Race Into Student Discipline
The department also sent a ‘Dear Colleague’ letter to schools noting that every student must be treated even-handedly under Civil Rights laws.
American and British Cars Fetch Record-Breaking Prices at Auction During Monterey Car Week
A 1964 Shelby Cobra Daytona sold for $42.9 million at the Gooding Christie’s auction in Pebble Beach, California.
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Census Bureau Analysis Identified 24,000 Non-Citizen Voters in 2020 Election: Trump
‘That is just the beginning,’ Commerce Sec Lutnick posted to X. ‘More than 32 million more voters’ records will be analyzed in the coming weeks.’
USS Benfold Lost Power for Days in South China Sea
An engineering failure caused disruptions to the guided-missile destroyer’s potable water, air conditioning, galley services, and toilets.
Democratic Socialist Angie Nixon to Face Ashley Moody in Race for Florida’s Senate Seat
Angie Nixon edged Andrew Vindman in underdog campaign as Ashley Moody breezed to notch GOP berth in general election.
Man Sentenced to 73 Months in Prison for Planning to Assassinate Bessent
The Massachusetts resident arrived at the Capitol armed with Molotov cocktails and a knife, but turned himself in.
US Strategic Petroleum Reserve at Lowest Level Since 1982
The Trump administration allowed the withdrawal of 172 million barrels from the reserve in March due to the Iran war.
30-Year Treasury Yield Hits Highest Level in 19 Years
The yields are rising amid growing uncertainty regarding the U.S.–Iran war and elevated inflation.
Trump Admin Pauses Border Project in Texas Big Bend National Park
CBP Chief Rodney Scott is planning an on-site review after bipartisan pushback over a border wall through the remote Texas park.
Vaccination Rates Largely Unchanged Among Kindergartners: CDC
Coverage of key vaccines stayed the same, or dipped slightly, among kindergartners.
Lake Powell Hits Lowest Level on Record Amid Decades-Long Western Drought
The megadrought has been accompanied by persistent overuse of the Colorado River water, exacerbated by population pressures.
Trump Says American Missionary Pilot Kidnapped in Niger Ready to Return to US
Trump said Kevin Rideout is the 110th American captive freed since the start of his second administration.
Kushner Meets Egypt’s President El-Sisi as US Pushes to Advance Gaza Peace Plan
Trump’s Board of Peace envoy for Gaza and Kushner are scheduled to meet Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on Aug. 17.
Massachusetts Mayor Charged With Using COVID Loan for Election Campaign, Debt Payments
DePeña has served as mayor since 2021. He was reelected in November 2025 and previously served on the Lawrence City Council.
DOJ Responds to Washington Council’s Request to Remove National Guard Troops From DC
The department accused the council of sending ‘politically-motivated’ letters to various governors.
Wyoming Republicans Jockey for Nomination in Gubernatorial Primary on Tuesday
The winner of the Republican primary on Aug. 18 will advance to the general election this fall.
