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The Cuomo scandal: Can he be charged with a crime or forced to resign?
Despite calls from top Democrats for New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign, he defiantly holds onto political power. The state’s attorney general probe claims that Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women. What does this mean for his future? -
What’s the ROC? Independent athletes compete at Winter Olympics
Athletes from the Russian Olympic Commission, or ROC, racked up medals at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and are poised to earn more in Beijing at the 2022 Winter Olympics. While independent from Russia, their success has renewed attention to a scandal that sidelined their home country for two years. The World Anti-Doping Agency banned Russia from… -
Student debt crisis: What’s up with forgiveness and who would foot the bill?
As Connecticut State Colleges and Universities announce $17 million in student debt forgiveness using federal grant money, millions of people nationwide are still burdened by their loans. Several Democrats propose wiping out all outstanding federal student loans, with taxpayers footing the bill. However, many are opposed to the idea, saying it’s unreasonable and, ultimately, unfair. -
Jan. 6 Capitol riot investigation committee in shambles after fight over picks
The future of the House select committee to investigate the Capitol riot was thrown into disarray Wednesday, after both House party leaders got into a back and forth fight over who will be on the committee. Gwen Baumgardner talks through the timeline of events and analyzes the path forward for both leaders with Annie Andersen… -
When Team Biden comes knocking, do I need to share my Vaxx business?
President Joe Biden continues to make the case for more Americans to get vaccinated. But can Team Biden come knocking and ask your vaccine status? That’s a question that has ignited debate between the White House and Republicans online. -
Wisconsin passes bill preventing police from enforcing future federal gun laws
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Police in Wisconsin would be prohibited from enforcing any future federal laws banning or restricting the use of guns under a bill the state Senate sent to Gov. Tony Evers Wednesday. The proposal is part of a national wave of Republican-authored legislation intended to resist a push from President Joe Biden… -
Socialist candidate beats Buffalo mayor in primary
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — India Walton, a socialist community activist, has defeated the four-term mayor of Buffalo in a Democratic primary. The 38-year-old nurse and union leader pulled off the victory over Mayor Byron Brown with the backing of the Democratic Socialists of America in a campaign focused on affordable housing, health care and criminal… -
Biden’s new crime plan revealed
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is announcing new efforts to stem a rising national tide of violent crime as administration officials brace for what could be a turbulent summer, focusing on attacking gun violence, providing money to cities that need more police and offering community support. The worry over crime is real: It has… -
From strikes and hot deals: What you need to know about Amazon Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day began Monday, with deals and strikes grabbing the headlines. This is the earliest time of year Prime Day has ever happened. It was moved up to accommodate the Olympics next month. Many people were excited for one of the busiest online shopping days of the year. Video caught a plane spelling “Amazon… -
Staffing shortage causes hundreds of cancellations as post-pandemic travel catches airlines off guard
A staffing shortage is a main factor behind hundreds of American Airlines cancellations over the past few days. As of 12:30 p.m. EDT, 134 American flights had been canceled Monday. Cancellations topped 100 on Sunday and Saturday as well. On Sunday, American said it would cancel around 1 percent of its flights in July. The… -
Straight To It: Gwen’s Friday Recap
Gwen’s picks from Friday, June 18 include: Wild weather across the country, from record heat to tropical storm warnings Bye, bye burials America hits a new COVID-19 vaccination milestone -
Juneteenth: Social justice, political unrest thrust holiday into national spotlight
Social justice and political unrest have pushed Juneteenth into the national spotlight. The holiday commemorates June 19, 1865, the day the last enslaved Blacks in Galveston, Texas received the news they were free. U.S. President Joe Biden is applauded as he reaches for a pen to sign the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law… -
Hackers inflame tensions between Russia and United States
Hackers based in Russia have perpetrated more than 1,000 cyber attacks this year, and the majority of those attacks have targeted companies and infrastructure in the United States.
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