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U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi is under scrutiny after posting a chart on social media that appeared to credit the Trump administration with a decline in national drug overdose deaths, even though the data largely reflect trends under former President Joe Biden. The chart, covering October 2015 through October 2024, has…

Starting Thursday, North Carolina will officially recognize only two sexes—male and female—in all state rules, regulations and public policies under a new law. The change follows a veto override of Democratic Gov. Josh Stein by the Republican-controlled General Assembly in July 2025, enshrining the definitions in House Bill 805, formally called…

Newly released police records show that 10-year-old Rebekah Baptiste reached out for help months before she was allegedly killed by her father and his girlfriend, revealing potential gaps in Arizona’s child welfare oversight. Authorities say Rebekah reported abuse and displayed visible injuries during an October 2024 encounter with Phoenix police, yet…

A newly filed Washington state bill is drawing scrutiny as journalists and federal authorities examine alleged misuse of taxpayer-funded child care subsidies, raising questions about public oversight, transparency and the reach of public records laws. Senate Bill 5926, introduced Dec. 22 by Democratic state Sen. Lisa Wellman, would expand exemptions under…

A Republican contender entering Florida’s 2026 gubernatorial race is facing renewed scrutiny following recent court filings and past actions by a major school district that have resurfaced allegations involving a former teenage employee.James Fishback, an investment executive and founder of the youth debate organization Incubate Debate, has been accused by…

A former Massachusetts Early Intervention employee has raised alarms about alleged abuse of publicly funded childcare vouchers, claiming that some daycare centers systematically blocked access to children while still receiving taxpayer money.The allegations have renewed scrutiny of oversight within state-funded childcare and disability services and echo similar concerns reported in…

A prominent Texas businessman and state appointee was fatally shot over the weekend in McAllen, turning a busy Rio Grande Valley corridor into the focus of a homicide investigation and prompting a coordinated law enforcement response.Authorities identified the victim as Eddy Betancourt, 61, of Mission, Texas, a well-known contractor and…

An Oklahoma pastor is recovering after sustaining stab wounds during a violent altercation at his church last week, an incident that has drawn attention to congregant bravery and a federal investigation.The attack occurred at the Church of Christ in Pryor Creek, a congregation known for its long history of community…

A criminal case in Texas involving Harris County’s top financial officer is drawing heightened scrutiny as questions mount about public trust and accountability among elected officials responsible for managing taxpayer money.Harris County Treasurer Carla Wyatt, who oversees the county’s finances as custodian of public funds, was arrested Saturday and charged…

The Senate is considering a sweeping appropriations bill that could direct billions in federal funding toward refugee programs, prompting debate among conservatives over national spending priorities.The FY 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act (S. 2587), first introduced in July, is designed to fund refugee and entrant…