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An analysis by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reveals that the value of a college degree is increasingly questioned, with only 25% of U.S. adults considering it essential for a well-paying job. While college graduates earn a median income of $80,000 compared to $47,000 for high school graduates, 25% of graduates see minimal return on investment, especially if they incur high costs or take longer to graduate. Additionally, students' majors significantly influence earning...

A historic Black church in downtown Memphis, Clayborn Temple, which was pivotal to Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1968 campaign, caught fire early Monday, leading to significant damage, with the interior declared a total loss. Memphis Fire Chief Gina Sweat indicated that investigations are ongoing, involving local authorities and the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The temple, currently undergoing a $25 million restoration, is revered as a symbol of the civil rights movement,...

The federal government arrested two judges on Friday for allegedly aiding undocumented immigrants linked to violent crimes, raising concerns among Democrats. Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan was charged with obstruction for allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant, Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, evade arrest, while former New Mexico Judge Joel Cano and his wife were accused of harboring a Venezuelan national with gang ties. Attorney General Pam Bondi defended the arrests, asserting that no one, including judges, is...

As President Trump nears his 100-day mark, public approval of his economic policies, particularly tariffs, is declining. Recent polls show that many Americans believe tariffs will raise consumer prices and negatively impact the economy, with 48% feeling financially worse off due to his policies. While Trump claims tariffs will boost domestic manufacturing and job growth, a significant portion of the population disputes this, leading to a drop in his approval ratings on economic issues, now...

Opening arguments in the trial of former Grand Rapids police officer Christopher Schurr commenced, three years after he fatally shot Black motorist Patrick Lyoya during a traffic stop in April 2022. Charged with second-degree murder and pleading not guilty, Schurr's defense claims he acted within his rights as a police officer amidst a struggle where Lyoya allegedly reached for Schurr's stun gun. Lyoya's family has filed a $100 million civil lawsuit against Schurr and the...

FEMA's Elimination of the BRIC Program FEMA's recent decision to eliminate the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program has resulted in the loss of over $3.6 billion in federal funding for communities like Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, which were set to use the funds for vital infrastructure improvements aimed at disaster preparedness. Local officials, including Lafourche Parish President Archie Chaisson, have expressed dismay over the decision, emphasizing the importance of such funding for enhancing...