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NYPD steps up Times Square NYE security following protests, terror alert
In the wake of heightened security concerns surrounding the upcoming New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square, Mayor Eric Adams has expressed apprehension about potential disruptions during the annual event. The city is on high alert due to the Middle East crisis and an increased terror alert, prompting the NYPD to intensify preparations. Mayor Adams,… -
Backlog of immigration cases surges past 3 million — 4,500 cases per judge
Migrants seeking asylum in the United States may have to wait years before their cases can be heard. The backlog of U.S. immigration court cases has surpassed 3 million. That number is up by more than 1 million cases in 12 months, according to Syracuse University’s Transaction Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC). For comparison, in September… -
Report on extremism in military kept from the public for 18 months reveals little
The U.S. Department of Defense is investigating extremism within its ranks in response to revelations of some current and former members’ involvement in the Jan. 6 riots. Experts express hope that the inquiry will be instrumental in addressing internal threats within the military. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered an analysis of extremist activity within the… -
Baltimore Police balance reform, crime reduction under consent decree
Striking a balance between maintaining community safety and enacting meaningful reform remains a critical challenge for some police departments in the United States. This challenge is particularly pronounced in Baltimore, where public trust in police has diminished. In 2016, a U.S. Department of Justice investigation revealed the Baltimore Police Department likely made thousands of unconstitutional… -
Ohio grand jury to decide on indictment for ‘abuse of corpse’ after miscarriage
A grand jury is set to hear the case of an Ohio woman who miscarried her baby in her bathroom at home. Doctors told Brittany Watts, 33, that her fetus would not survive, but she was unable to get an abortion since she was 22 weeks pregnant. Watts visited her hospital twice in the days… -
Winter weather delays flights, holiday travel across US
Christmas Day created travel chaos for certain travelers. In parts of Nebraska, semis jackknifed, vehicles piled up, and some drivers slid off of the road, Monday, Dec. 25. Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) reported responding to at least 100 weather-related incidents. The NSP urged drivers to only travel if necessary and carry a… -
AI facial recognition tech has a dark side, as Rite Aid case shows
Artificial intelligence facial recognition technology is used at airports, grocery stores, stadiums and entertainment venues. People even use it to unlock their smartphones several times a day. However, computers don’t always get things right. The biometric face-scanning technology is growing in popularity among private businesses. However, what happens when proper safety measures are not put… -
UN suspects North Korea of building up nuclear arsenal
North Korea may be building up its nuclear arsenal. The U.N. Atomic Agency reports the country started operating a light-water reactor at its main nuclear complex. The agency believes the operation is an attempt to produce bomb fuels. The initiative aligns with leader Kim Jong Un’s repeated vows to build more nuclear weapons. Kim said… -
US homelessness hits 15-year high; California drives the surge
In the United States, homelessness has reached its highest levels in 15 years. A mere four states are accountable for over 50% of the homeless population. California takes the lead, with 28% of the nation’s estimated 653,000 homeless individuals, as reported by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The surge in homelessness coincides with… -
‘Widespread cocaine usage’ found after testing wastewater in NM schools
New Mexico health officials said they found widespread cocaine usage when testing wastewater for opioids and stimulants at dozens of schools in and around Albuquerque. The discovery came during statewide wastewater testing at high schools ordered by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, D, after she declared drug abuse a public health emergency. Of particular note was… -
New DOJ database tracks federal officers’ misconduct to boost public trust
The Justice Department is stepping up accountability and transparency for federal law enforcement officers. Following years of calls for more crackdowns on allegations of officer misconduct, the DOJ announced Monday, Dec. 18, the creation of a national law enforcement accountability database. The new system will record documented instances of misconduct by federal law enforcement officers to… -
First-ever voter-mandated wolf reintroduction begins in Colorado
Colorado has passed its first voter-mandated reintroduction of endangered wolves in U.S. history. On Monday, Dec. 18, the mandate became a reality as the first gray wolf released on Colorado soil dashed out of a metal crate and into the Grand County mountains. Four other wolves soon followed. Wildlife officials worked from dusk until dawn… -
Elon Musk’s X under European investigation for disinformation
X is under investigation over disinformation. The European Union announced Monday, Dec. 18, that it is beginning the first probe opened under Europe’s new Digital Services Act (DSA). The EU is looking into accusations that Elon Musk’s platform violated new regulations implemented in August. The regulations aimed to crack down on the spread of disinformation…
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