Washington, DC, is grappling with a sharp increase in violent crimes, including homicides, carjackings, and robberies, leaving residents and politicians deeply concerned. The nation’s capital experienced a 39% rise in violent crime last year, contrary to the downward trends in other major cities. Prominent figures have not been spared from the violence. Former Trump official … Read more
Jimmy Kimmel, the beloved late-night talk show host, shared a heartfelt update on Instagram about his son Billy’s medical journey. Over the weekend, Billy underwent his third open-heart surgery, a procedure Kimmel and his family approached with a mix of optimism and fear. “This weekend, our boy Billy had his third (of three, we hope) … Read more
The Illinois Senate has passed a $53.1 billion state budget for fiscal year 2025 following extended negotiations. The budget, which generates nearly $53.3 billion in revenues, was approved in a 38-21 vote late Sunday night. The House is expected to vote on the budget this week before it heads to Governor JB Pritzker’s desk. Key … Read more
New research by the Urban Institute and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has revealed that SNAP benefits are failing to cover the cost of modestly priced meals in 98% of U.S. counties, including New York. The gap between the cost of a meal and the maximum SNAP benefit is particularly pronounced in urban areas, with … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the exact date it will phase out Tax Credits in the UK, impacting around 730,000 current claimants. This move is part of the ongoing transition to Universal Credit. From April 6, 2025, the DWP will eliminate all Tax Credit claims. This includes both Working Tax Credit … Read more
Aurora Masters, a 5-year-old girl from Fort Collins, Colorado, tragically lost her life a few weeks ago after being strangled by a swing set in her backyard. Despite the devastating circumstances of her death, Aurora’s parents, Krystal and Tom Masters, want the world to remember her for the vibrant and joyful life she lived, rather … Read more
United Airlines Flight 2091 experienced a dramatic emergency when an engine caught fire during takeoff at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport. The incident occurred around 2 p.m., involving an Airbus A320 bound for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in Washington. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed the engine fire, leading to a temporary halt of arrivals at the … Read more
On Memorial Day, a significant fire broke out at the Spirit of ’76 Fireworks warehouse in Boonville, Missouri, approximately 100 miles east of Kansas City. The blaze prompted swift action from local fire departments and the company itself, ensuring the safety of all personnel present. According to a statement on the company’s website, the fire … Read more
A devastating lightning strike in Jackson County, Colorado, claimed the life of a rancher and 34 of his cows on Saturday, adding to the grim toll of fatal storms over the Memorial Day weekend. Mike Morgan, 51, was killed on his property in Rand, located approximately 120 miles northwest of Denver, at the end of … Read more
In a shocking murder-suicide, a man fatally shot his 29-year-old girlfriend before taking his own life in their shared Brooklyn apartment. The tragic event was witnessed by the gunman’s mother, Norma Knight, who shared her harrowing experience with the Daily News. The incident occurred just after 10 a.m. on Monday in a fourth-floor apartment on … Read more