California Becomes First State in U.S. to Mandate COVID Vaccines for Teachers
“We think this is the right thing to do, and we think this is a sustainable way to keeping our schools open," California Governor Gavin Newsom said in an address today.
N.Y. Lawmakers Call for Impeachment Investigation to Continue Despite Cuomo's Resignation
At the very least, lawmakers announced the impeachment investigation would continue until Cuomo leaves office August 24.
Andrew Cuomo May Have Violated the 2019 Sexual Harassment Policies He Signed Into Law
In 2019, Cuomo signed three pieces of legislation that, according to the state's website, "strengthened protections against discrimination and harassment.”
Andy Biggs Moves to Impeach Secretary Mayorkas for Alleged Mishandling of Border Crisis
“As a result of his actions and policies, America is more in danger today than when he began serving as Secretary," Biggs wrote in a statement.
Will Joe Biden Cancel Student Debt? What's Next For Him in This Decision?
Democrats place renewed emphasis on cancelling college debt as President Joe Biden extends the pause on federal student loan payments until January 31, 2022.
'They'll be Hunted Down and Killed': Former Army Captain Urges U.S. to Save Afghan Interpreters
“We can't do our jobs without these interpreters," former Army Captain and Bronze Star recipient Blake Hall told Newsweek. "They are vital assets to every combat unit that is fighting the Taliban or Al-Qaeda.”
Hundreds of Local News Stations to Be Dropped After DISH Breaks Ties With Sinclair
“Sinclair is making these outrageous demands, turning its back on its public interest obligation and putting customers in the middle of its negotiations," said Brian Neylon, group president of DISH TV.
As Inner Circle Shrinks in Albany, What's Next for Andrew Cuomo?
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has not made any public statements about his future in the wake of a report detailing sexual harassment claims against him.
JP Morgan Issues Employee Mask Mandate, Regardless of Vaccination Status
This news comes as companies including Apple, Google, Wells Fargo, and others have announced October returns to the office.
Delta Variant 'Like a Tsunami' in Mississippi, State Health Official Says
The Mississippi Department of Health reported 2,094 cases of COVID-19 on Friday and eight COVID-related deaths.
Tent City Grows in Texas, as Nonprofits Struggle to Care for Migrants With COVID-19
As the recent wave of migrants makes its way through McAllen, Texas, local nonprofits and city officials have become overwhelmed.
Apple to Install Software on iPhones That Will Check for Images of Child Sexual Abuse
The new detection feature would "continuously scan photos that are stored on a U.S. user's iPhone" with harmful material being brought to the attention of law enforcement.
Government Watchdog Group Says Trump May Have Mishandled COVID Data in Report
“These ill-conceived actions harmed the nation's ability to respond to the pandemic," Representative Jim Clyburn said.
Impeachment Committee 'Nearing Completion' of Cuomo Probe, Invites Him to Submit Evidence
The New York State Assembly's Judiciary Committee sent a letter to Andrew Cuomo's legal team saying the Assembly will soon consider filing articles of impeachment.
Gov. Pritzker Announces Statewide Mask Mandate for Illinois Schools
“All P-12 schools and daycares in Illinois must follow the CDC guidance of universal masking inside, regardless of vaccine status," Pritzker said.
Video Emerges of NBA Player Being Tased During Arrest; Investigation Launched
The former University of Texas standout alleged "he could not breathe, that there was a constraint or restriction on his neck," according to LAPD Chief Michel Moore.
NYC Police Commissioner Says 'No Active Investigation' Into Cuomo Harassment Claims
“We watched the news yesterday as everyone did," Commissioner Dermot Shea said. "I saw the attorney general's remarks. But beyond that, that's our involvement."
Chris Cuomo's In-Laws Back Gubernatorial Campaign of GOP Challenger to Brother
Rainer and Regina Greeven, the in-laws of the governor's brother, CNN anchor Chris Cuomo, were both recenlty seen at a fundraiser for GOP challenger Lee Zeldin.
Biden Extends Trump's Policy of Expelling Migrants, Cites Delta Variant
The CDC said the migration of non-citizens, "regardless of country of origin," creates a "serious danger" of the further introduction of COVID-19 into the U.S.
Enough People Crossed the Border in 2021 to Create the 10th-Largest City in the U.S.
Roughly 210,000 people were encountered at the U.S.-Mexico border in July, according to preliminary data, raising the total number in 2021 to over 1,111,000.