Court Draws a Clear Line on Federal Prosecutor Appointments
A federal judge ruled that Bill Essayli is not legally serving as the top U.S. prosecutor in Los Angeles, finding that the appointment arrangement exceeded the limits on temporary service.…
Oregon Teacher Sets the Record Straight on School Shooting
Becky Drury, a 54-year-old teacher wounded at Silver Rail Elementary School in Oregon, says she was shot before she had a chance to act. She described turning to close her…
State Department Puts Embassy Safety First With Saudi Arabia Drawdown
The State Department has ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and their families to leave Saudi Arabia after increased Houthi attacks, while stressing that the order applies only there. Officials cite…
Neil Bush Backs Talarico in Closely Watched Texas Senate Race
Neil Bush, brother of former President George W. Bush, said he voted for Democrat James Talarico in the Texas Senate race against Republican Ken Paxton. He cited concern about Paxton’s…
FBI Investigates New Threats Against Sikh Separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun
The FBI is investigating new threats against Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun after agents visited his New York home and warned him, he said. Investigators told him the threat was…
New Survey Puts Workers’ Healthcare Costs in Plain View
Willis Towers Watson’s survey of 6,000 U.S. employees found that the share feeling financially secure fell from 46% to 36% in 2026, its lowest level in seven years. About one-third…
Police Say They Thwarted Alleged Attack Plot at Aurora Hindu Temple
Police in Chicago’s suburbs say they arrested Alexandros Paporakis, 19, and stopped a possible attack on a Hindu place of worship. Prosecutors allege that messages to co-workers included a shooting…
Secret Service Expands Drone Defenses as Threats Rise
The Secret Service is developing offensive and defensive drone capabilities through a multimillion-dollar program led by Deputy Director Matthew Quinn. The agency says it is planning ahead because drone technology…
Erie Police Confirm No Ongoing Public Threat After Fatal Shooting
Erie police say there is no longer a threat to public safety after a mass shooting and an hours-long standoff near Perry Street. Nine people, including two children, were reported…