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FIRST ON FOX: Minister Dominique Alexander, a Dallas activist known for advocating to defund the police, is publicly supporting 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony, accused of fatally stabbing Texas track star Austin Metcalf. Alexander's organization, Next Generation Action Network (NGAN), is working to facilitate Anthony's bond process, which was reduced from $1 million to $250,000. His history of activism includes close ties with former Rep. Cori Bush, and recent comments criticizing Metcalf's father have drawn attention to...

Marvin Roberts, an Alaska Native man wrongfully convicted in the 1997 murder of a white teenager, has reached an $11.5 million settlement with Fairbanks, alleging racial bias in his case, which saw him and three others imprisoned for nearly two decades. This settlement marks the last agreement for the so-called Fairbanks Four, following the vacating of their convictions in 2015, although it does not imply liability by the city. Roberts expressed that the settlement provides...

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro shared details about an arson fire at his residence that resulted in his family's evacuation early Sunday. The incident occurred shortly after a family gathering for Passover, prompting state troopers to alert Shapiro and his family to the fire, ensuring their safe exit. Cody Balmer, 38, has been charged with the arson, reportedly expressing hatred toward Shapiro, while security failures were highlighted regarding his easy access to the property. Full Article

Authorities at the Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport in Belize reported a hijacking incident involving U.S. man Akinyela Taylor, who attacked two passengers and a pilot with a knife before being fatally shot by a licensed passenger. The plane, carrying 14 passengers and 2 crew members, circled for two hours before landing safely, with local police commissioner Chester Williams praising the passenger as a hero. U.S. officials are investigating the motive behind the hijacking and...

The Trump administration has escalated its conflict with Harvard University by canceling $2.7 million in grants and threatening to halt the enrollment of international students due to alleged antisemitic actions by foreign visa holders. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem criticized Harvard's leadership and demanded detailed records on foreign student activities, warning that non-compliance could lead to the loss of its Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification. Harvard has rejected the administration's demands, asserting its commitment...

Canada's Party Leaders DebateIn a heated two-hour debate, four Canadian party leaders, including Prime Minister Mark Carney of the Liberal Party, discussed key issues such as Donald Trump, safety, and immigration ahead of the snap election on April 28. Carney faced criticism regarding the legacy of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, prompting him to challenge Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, stating, "Justin Trudeau isn't here." The debate highlighted the political tensions as Canadians prepare to vote....