In the run-up to the midterm elections, members of Congress have returned home to campaign. This comes after they departed Washington, D.C., with the goal of securing reelection. Senate and House members have vacated the Capitol to focus on convincing their constituents. The House representatives left two weeks ago, and the Senate followed on Wednesday. […]
The transition from summer to fall often brings upheaval in Congress. This year, the lawmakers avoided the typical chaos of a government shutdown, finding a solution sooner than usual. Funding for the government typically extends only until September 30, marking the end of the federal fiscal year. However, they resolved the issue in advance, offering […]
Christa Pike, the only woman on Tennessee’s death row, survived a failed execution attempt at a Nashville chamber. Despite receiving two doses of the lethal drug pentobarbital, she did not die, highlighting ongoing issues with lethal injections in Tennessee and across the United States. Steve Ferrell, Pike’s attorney, criticized the state’s history with lethal drug […]
CBS News New York has obtained records of Cornell University’s Title IX investigation into alleged gang rape at a fraternity, providing detailed insight into the incident and its aftermath. The documents feature interviews with Jane Doe, six of the seven men implicated in her civil lawsuit, and 20 witnesses. Some content is graphic, reflecting the […]
When Troy Swanson began his studies at Augustana College in Rock Island, his aim was to become a lawyer. However, working in the library helped him realize that he preferred research to practicing law. Swanson recollected, “They had a stellar library with excellent people that helped push me on my way.” Over two decades later, […]
A tragic incident unfolded in a California park, involving a family entangled in a bitter dispute. Jonathan McKinsey, a New York Times executive, was fatally shot, allegedly by his 77-year-old in-laws, Shouyong Zhang and Shili Chen. The shooting occurred in the parking lot of Dublin Sports Grounds. William Finney II, McKinsey’s father, had recently posted […]
Cornel West, a prominent progressive scholar, recently appeared on the podcast “Hang Out with Sean Hannity,” engaging in a conversation with Fox News host Sean Hannity. Despite their significant political differences, West emphasized his refusal to live by others’ expectations. During the discussion, West addressed questions about his willingness to engage with Hannity, stating, People […]
Actor Robert De Niro made an appearance on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ where he humorously engaged with the host using a baseball bat and with jesting physical gestures as he pretended to be FCC Chairman Brendan Carr. During the show, Jimmy Kimmel reflected on their previous encounter in Brooklyn, noting that they were returning to television […]
LOS ANGELES — In a notable development, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos commended President Donald Trump for his dedication to revitalizing the American entertainment industry. Sarandos praised Trump’s advocacy for a federal tax credit intended to bolster job creation in the sector. During the Bloomberg Screentime summit, Sarandos addressed his interactions with Trump, highlighting Trump’s genuine […]
Students at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York are at the center of a serious legal and institutional inquiry. A woman, represented by attorney Thomas Giuffra, alleges she was gang-raped by fellow Cornell students in 2024. The woman, referred to as Jane Doe, clearly stated to police that she was sexually assaulted. Giuffra confirmed to […]