Source-of-income discrimination continues in Illinois: advocates

Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., is reportedly considering a gubernatorial run in 2026, encouraged by allies of Donald Trump, following her role as chairwoman of House Republican Leadership. She has consistently outperformed Trump in her congressional district and recently criticized Governor Kathy Hochul's approval ratings, advocating for her removal due to perceived failures. With significant support among Republican voters and $10 million in cash, Stefanik is one of several Republicans, including Rep. Mike Lawler, contemplating a...

Trump Administration Sues Maine Over Transgender Athlete PolicyIn a legal escalation, the Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against Maine's education department for allegedly violating Title IX by allowing transgender girls to compete in girls' sports. This conflict arose after Republican officials, including Attorney General Pam Bondi, claimed the state's actions contradict federal anti-discrimination laws, while Democratic Gov. Janet Mills vowed to fight the administration's threats to cut federal funding. The lawsuit highlights the broader...

A colossal squid, the largest squid species, was filmed in its natural habitat for the first time by the Schmidt Ocean Institute on March 9, 2023, in the South Atlantic Ocean, about 2,000 feet below the surface near the South Sandwich Islands. This juvenile squid, measuring approximately 11 feet long, is part of a conservation effort to understand these elusive creatures, which can grow up to 43 feet and weigh 1,100 pounds. The expedition, aimed...

Humanitarian Parole Under ThreatHundreds of thousands in the U.S. under humanitarian parole face potential deportation as the Trump administration seeks to revoke the program. Wuilman Vanegas, who moved to the U.S. with his family ten months ago, is one of those affected, having received notice to leave by April 25. A recent federal judge's ruling has temporarily blocked this revocation, allowing Vanegas to seek full-time employment and pursue a visa while receiving community support during...

Measles Outbreak in the U.S.Measles cases in the U.S. are likely underreported amid a significant outbreak in the Southwest, as public health officials, including CDC's Dr. David Sugerman, report 747 cases this year, with two deaths among unvaccinated individuals. The outbreak, primarily affecting undervaccinated communities, has prompted the CDC to send additional personnel to Texas and raise concerns over funding limitations following cuts to Covid-related grants. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s...

Military Libraries Ordered to Review DEI BooksArmy and Air Force libraries have been directed to evaluate their collections for books related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) following a similar initiative at the U.S. Naval Academy, where nearly 400 books were removed. These orders, part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to eliminate DEI content from federal agencies, require that any books deemed to undermine meritocracy and unity be identified for potential removal....