Cuba has started freeing prisoners after the US lifted its terror designation, signaling a potential thaw in relations. Cuba Begins Releasing Prisoners Following US Terror Designation Lift Havana: So, Cuba kicked off the release of some prisoners on Wednesday. This came right after the US announced it would lift Cuba’s designation as a state sponsor…
Maryland’s Juvenile Services Secretary faced tough questions from a Senate panel about agency performance and youth crime recidivism Senate Committee Questions Juvenile Services Secretary on Agency’s Issues Annapolis: Juvenile Services Secretary Vincent Schiraldi had a tough day in front of the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee. They grilled him about a report that raised serious concerns…
Public defenders and advocates are calling for Maryland to end the automatic adult charging of youths in the justice system. Advocates Urge Maryland to Stop Charging Youths as Adults in Court Baltimore: Jabriera Handy shared her story about being charged as an adult at just 16. She spoke at a recent event focused on improving…
President-elect Trump won’t hire anyone linked to Pence, Haley, or others he claims suffer from Trump Derangement Syndrome Trump Excludes Former Pence and Haley Staff from New Administration Jobs New York: So, President-elect Donald Trump made it clear on Wednesday that he’s not looking to hire anyone who’s worked for his Republican critics, like Mike…
Trump’s team is considering ways to keep TikTok alive amid legal challenges Trump Adviser Reveals President-Elect’s Plans to Preserve TikTok Options Jacksonville: So, Mike Waltz, who’s set to be Trump’s national security adviser, recently shared that the president-elect is looking into ways to keep TikTok around. He mentioned this during an interview with Fox News,…
A Pentagon report reveals that military pay often surpasses civilian salaries, highlighting competitive compensation for troops. Pentagon Claims US Troop Pay Is Competitive With Private Sector Earnings Washington: A new Pentagon report shows that troops often earn more than many full-time civilian workers. After just one year of service, the top 70% of enlisted earners…
Hamas agrees to a ceasefire and will release hostages, paving the way for peace talks in the Middle East Palestinians Join Peace Talks for New Mideast Amid Ceasefire Agreement Gaza: So, it looks like Hamas has finally decided to call it quits. They’ve agreed to a ceasefire and are starting to release the hostages they…
In his farewell address, Biden warns of future dangers and calls for constitutional changes Biden’s Farewell Address: A Stark Warning for America’s Future Washington: As President Joe Biden wraps up his time in the White House, he delivered a farewell address that was anything but ordinary. Instead of just reflecting on his presidency, he shared…
In his farewell address, Biden cautions that the ultra-wealthy pose a serious risk to democracy and Americans’ rights. Biden Warns Oligarchy of the Ultra-Rich Threatens US Democracy Washington: President Joe Biden gave his farewell address, and wow, he really laid it out there. He talked about how an “oligarchy” of super-rich folks is forming in…
The New Georgia Project and Action Fund face a $300,000 fine for failing to disclose campaign contributions and spending during elections New Georgia Project and Action Fund Hit with $300K Fine for Violations ATLANTA: So, the Georgia Ethics Commission just dropped a big fine on the New Georgia Project and its Action Fund. They’re looking…
