Nation
Image
Father who gifted son rifle used in Georgia high school shooting sentenced to 15 years
In March, a jury convicted Colin Gray on multiple charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter, stemming from his decision to give his son, Colt Gray, a rifle for Christmas.
Image
Elon Musk’s xAI sues Minnesota over law holding tech platforms liable for AI 'nudification'"
Minnesota is the first state to fine tech companies over user-generated fake nude images
Image
ICE arrests 900 suspected human traffickers during FIFA, 180 victims, some children, rescued: report
The arrests were made in the course of operations led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations.
Image
Ohio proposes wiping out criminal records of trafficking victims
A person must prove with clear and convincing evidence that their participation in the offense was a result of having been a victim of human trafficking.
Image
Lawsuit claims unequal treatment in Minnesota's farmland program
“Emerging farmers” are farmers who can be categorized as racial minorities, women, or young, urban, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Image
Maine lawmakers consider legalized 'magic' mushrooms
But the proposal, which was held over from the previous legislative session after failing to pass, is opposed by police officials who say Maine is still grappling with the legalization of medical and recreational cannabis and that authorizing personal use of another controlled substance would create law enforcement issues.
Image
New York public health costs increased 78% over four-year period
Public health is one of the five largest programs that are contributed to by the state’s taxpayers.
Image
Barstool Sports Dave Portnoy pledges 'to help Rumble be the top player' after partnership announced
Within days of the announcement, Barstool garnered more than 9,000 followers on Rumble, and Rumble's stock increased more than 60%.
Image
51st Texas county declares invasion at southern border
Some of Montgomery County’s residents have called on county officials to declare an invasion for over a year and a half.
Image
Safeway in San Francisco halts closure plan after city agrees to provide police
Meanwhile, San Francisco’s “flagship” Whole Foods has been shut down since April of last year due to concerns about “employee safety,” though there was little pushback from city leaders.
Image
Pritzker, Johnson not seeing eye to eye on Chicago migrant crisis
City and state taxpayer funds for the crisis have totaled nearly $700 million in the past year.
Image
New York outpacing all states in advancing election legislation
New York lawmakers considered more than 500 election-related bills and enacted 70 across 2022 and 2023 legislative sessions.
Image
Delaware lawmakers seek rules for artificial intelligence
At least 12 states have enacted legislation aimed at regulating AI use and development, according to the Council on State Governments.