Azerbaijan accused of ramping up repression of critics ahead of hosting UN climate summit

A 13-year-old boy stole his parent's car in South Pasadena and led police on a brief chase, reaching speeds of 65 miles per hour before pulling over in Highland Park with a teenage passenger. The teen driver and his parent were cited for reckless evading and have an upcoming court appearance with the Los Angeles County Probation Citation Diversion Program. South Pasadena Police did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Full Article

President Biden and China’s President Xi Jinping met at the APEC Summit in Peru, where the U.S. was briefed on the potential outcome of a war with China over Taiwan. Reports suggest China is gearing up for a possible invasion of Taiwan by 2027, with simulations showing heavy losses on all sides, including the U.S. losing warships, aircraft carriers, and troops. The U.S. must be prepared to defend Taiwan alongside allies like Japan, as tensions...

Real Estate Redevelopment of the late Yankee Candle founder's Western Massachusetts estate is underway with plans for a $200 million active lifestyle community for adults 55 and older, featuring luxurious amenities like an indoor water park and movie theater. Developer Joshua Wallack proposed the project after realizing the estate's grandeur would be better suited for a community rather than a single-family home, with plans to include affordable housing units under state law Chapter 40B. The...

In 2019, Ephrem Yaline-Ngonzo was approached by a Russian to help promote the activities of the Central African Republic’s army and Russian forces. Initially believing he was doing the right thing, the journalist later realized the potential ethical concerns surrounding this collaboration. As the situation unfolded, Yaline-Ngonzo grappled with the complexities of his involvement and the implications of supporting these military operations. Full Article

Three Georgia residents are suing Cobb County Sheriff Craig Owens for allegedly violating their free speech rights by silencing their critical opinions on Facebook after a viral incident involving a botched Burger King order. The plaintiffs had been publicly criticizing Owens, who called deputies to the fast-food restaurant in March 2023. Owens then implemented restrictions on who can post comments on the Sheriff's Office Facebook page, leading to the lawsuit seeking a declaration of Owens'...

The family of Caitlin Tracey, found dead in a South Loop stairwell, will proceed with her funeral after a judge denied her husband's motion to stop it due to his history of abuse. Conservative groups challenge Illinois mail-in ballot counting law, anti-abortion activists sue Pritzker over abortion coverage requirement, and bar owners oppose Mayor Johnson's proposed alcohol tax hike. A Barrington man allegedly killed a doctor in front of their daughter, former Portage Mayor James...