Hamas says it will free 6 living hostages and hand over 4 bodies

The Trump administration revoked protections for hundreds of thousands of Haitians in the U.S. under Temporary Protected Status, putting them at risk of deportation this summer. The decision, signed by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, comes as part of a broader crackdown on immigration, with the Biden administration previously extending their protections, which will now expire in August. Advocates are challenging the cuts in federal court, arguing that the move is unlawful and could have...

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering adding oversight to the New York City mayor’s office amid Mayor Eric Adams’ legal troubles and alleged cooperation with President Donald Trump. Instead of removing Adams, Hochul may appoint an independent monitor at City Hall. Adams faces charges of wire fraud, bribery, and soliciting campaign funds from foreign sources, with Democrats accusing him of trying to strike deals with the Trump administration. Hochul is waiting for a federal...

A federal judge questioned Mayor Eric Adams of New York, his lawyer, and a Justice Department official over the decision to dismiss corruption charges against Mr. Adams. The judge examined the rationale for the dismissal and Mr. Adams's consent during the 90-minute hearing. Despite the defense's denials of quid pro quo and calls for dismissal, the judge did not issue an immediate decision, signaling that the legal saga surrounding the case is far from over....

Finnegan Schick is running the 2025 Boston Marathon to support Massachusetts General Hospital’s emergency response team, inspired by their life-saving care for his wife during a critical illness. Witnessing their exceptional work firsthand, he believes in the importance of sustaining life and healing broken pieces, highlighting the crucial role of frontline workers in hospitals like MGH. Through his run, Schick aims to honor the hospital's dedication to saving lives and contributing to the greater Boston...

Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee expressed strong opposition to the confirmation of FBI Director nominee Kash Patel, warning Republican colleagues that approving him would lead to regret. Sen. Richard Blumenthal and Sen. Dick Durbin raised concerns about Patel's qualifications and alleged threats against perceived enemies, urging Republicans to reconsider their support. Despite Democrats' claims of Patel's involvement in FBI terminations and lying during his confirmation hearing, a representative for Patel denied these accusations and...

Two armed robbers in a red sedan robbed three men working in Gage Park early Thursday morning, demanding their property before fleeing the scene. Following an overnight pursuit, two suspects were arrested in the Austin neighborhood after traveling from the South to the West Side. The Chicago police reported the incident at 2:45 a.m. on the 2800 block of West 59th Street. Full Article