House Republicans took another step this morning in their impeachment efforts against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. And four NHL players have been charged in connection to an alleged sexual assault in Canada. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024. House panel advances Mayorkas impeachment articles House Republicans voted…

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,…

Winter weather is walloping the Black Sea region, including Ukraine, occupied Crimea and southern Russia. The powerful storm Bettina is creating blizzard conditions inland while pounding coastlines with huge waves and hurricane force winds. The storm is serious, no doubt, but it could be just what Ukraine needs to end the so-called stalemate with Russia.…

A federal appeals court ruled that the District of Columbia unevenly enforced its defacement ordinances against pro-life groups. According to the court, authorities treated the groups worse than Black Lives Matter activists. According to the complaint, two pro-life activists were arrested in August of 2020 for writing “Black Pre-Born Lives Matter” on a public sidewalk…

Republican politicians are getting ready for the primary debate scheduled for Aug. 23. One debate topic might focus on how to address drug addiction and the growing fentanyl crisis in the United States. Legislation in the House provides law enforcement with the necessary resources to tackle the increasing danger of this lethal drug. Straight Arrow…

An indigenous chief wants to take back the land that the Ben & Jerry’s headquarters was built on in Burlington, Vermont. The company was founded on that land in 1978.  According to Newsweek, Don Stevens, a chief from the Coosuk Abenaki Nation, said the tribe has always been interested in reclaiming the stewardship of its…