Democrat slammed for saying he’s tired of hearing about migrant crime from law enforcement: ‘Partisan hack’

More than a century after the NAACP adopted “Lift Every Voice and Sing” as the “Black national anthem,” the song has sparked backlash, with Rep. Lauren Boebert calling it divisive and some Black conservatives opposing its performance at the Super Bowl. Despite controversy, the song, written by James Weldon Johnson, continues to be celebrated by Black people as a powerful and inspirational anthem, with singer Ledisi honored to perform it at this year's game amidst...

24-year-old Nora Nelson was arraigned in Boston for the murder of 65-year-old lawyer Joseph Donohue on his houseboat, where he was found stabbed multiple times and wrapped in duct tape and weights. Despite Nelson's attempts to mislead police with fake names and lies, forensic evidence linked her to the crime scene, leading to her arrest and formal murder charges. The defendant appeared emotional in court as the prosecutor presented evidence establishing probable cause for her...

Jean Bruce Poole, a 100-year-old resident of MonteCedro retirement home in Altadena, was left behind during the evacuation of the facility due to the Eaton fire. Two Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies found her after three hours, ensuring her safety. The incident has prompted calls for reforms and reviews of evacuation protocols to prevent such situations from happening again. Full Article

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the temporary closure of all live bird markets in New York City and nearby counties due to the spread of bird flu, with seven cases detected in markets in Queens, the Bronx, and Brooklyn. Markets with confirmed cases must dispose of inventory, while others have three days to sell or dispose of theirs before cleaning and closing for at least five days. Some officials believe the state's actions are insufficient, calling...

Baltimore and Democratic Mayor Brandon Scott have filed a lawsuit against President Trump's executive order dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The lawsuit, supported by progressive groups, argues that the order threatens federal funding and jobs in the city. Trump's order aims to eliminate roles related to diversity and equity within the government. Organizations representing diversity professionals in higher education and the restaurant industry have also spoken out against the order, stating that it undermines...

In a recent post, respondents shared their reasons for potentially withdrawing support for Donald Trump, citing concerns such as disregard for laws, deportation policies, federal program freezes, and attacks on federal workers. Some highlighted worries about social security benefits, potential economic downturns, and the impact on underprivileged communities. Despite varying opinions on immigration and border policies, many expressed loyalty to Trump for his business acumen and fulfillment of campaign promises. Overall, respondents emphasized the importance...