Former Planned Parenthood President Says School Closures Harm Children

A former Planned Parenthood president and public health professional argued in a Thursday op-ed for The Washington Post that the rise in cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant is not a reason…

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Thousands Of Flights Delayed, Canceled As Airlines Struggle With Surging Omicron Cases

Airlines canceled nearly 1,500 U.S. flights Wednesday, marking the 11th consecutive day of more than 1,000 cancellations, the most in a row since the beginning of the pandemic, multiple sources reported. Delayed…

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More than 1,300 Fake Championship Rings Worth $982K Seized in Cincinnati

CINCINNATI— During the holiday season, championship rings can be a fan favorite. Unfortunately, third party retailers are selling these counterfeit rings for top dollar conning the consumer out of a lot of…

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Police Officer Arrives To Scene Of Shooting, Finds Son’s Dead Body

A police officer in Mississippi responded to a shooting early Sunday to find the victim was her 20-year-old son, who had been shot dead. “We initially responded to the call, not knowing…

US and World News

Teachers Unions Want Virtual Learning, But Fauci Says Schools Should Reopen Following Holiday Breaks

As teacher’s unions across the country push for a return to remote learning after the holiday break, one infectious disease doctor expressed support for in-person learning on Sunday. Even as COVID-19 cases…

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Shooting At Hotel Leaves One Officer Dead, Another Fighting For Their Life

A shooting at a hotel outside of Chicago on Wednesday left one police officer dead and another fighting for his life, according to a local police department. The two Bradley Police Department officers…

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Illinois Green-Lights Emission-Heavy Power Plant Shortly After Passing Clean Energy Law

Illinois approved plans for a new natural gas power plant despite recently-passed legislation that is among the nation’s most ambitious clean energy laws. The plant, the Lincoln Land Energy Center, would emit…

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30,000 Unvaccinated Students Throw Los Angeles District’s Mandate Into Limbo

The nation’s second largest school district was set to implement a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for students, but once school leaders realized they would have to send home thousands of students to learn…

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US Home Prices Surged Almost 20% In October

U.S. home prices surged in October as the housing market remains strong after the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a key economic indicator. Home prices climbed 18.4% in October compared to one year…

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Omaha Man Sentenced for Child Sex Trafficking Offenses

COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA – Earl Jonell Jackson, age 40, of Omaha, NE was sentenced on December 20, 2021 by United States District Court Judge Stephanie M. Rose to 120 months in prison…

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Davenport Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Drug and Firearm Charges

DAVENPORT, Iowa – A Davenport man, originally from Chicago, Chovontae Martise Farmer, was sentenced by United States District Court Chief Judge John A. Jarvey on December 22, 2021 to 228 months in…

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How Activists Are Hardwiring ‘Race Marxism’ Into The Medical Field

The Biden administration proposed giving bonus payments to physicians who acknowledge systemic racism as the primary cause of health differences between racial groups and incorporate so-called “anti-racism” into their medical practices. The…

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Democrats Demand Federal Probe Into Oil, Gas Industry Over ‘Life-Threatening Environmental Justice Issue’

A group of House Democrats from New York called for a federal investigation Tuesday into the role “peaker” power plants have in contributing to air pollution. The three Democrats led by Oversight…

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Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ Rolls Food Truck Into Indiana

Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ is one of the fastest growing Hot Dog and BBQ restaurants in the United States. Founded in 2018, the brand has expanded across the United States, primarily…

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Hammond Man Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison

HAMMOND- Darryl Ivery, Jr., 24, of Hammond, Indiana, was sentenced by United States District Court Chief Judge Jon E. DeGuilio after pleading guilty to making false statements in connection with the acquisition…

Department of Justice Press Releases

Illinois Man Arrested for Assault on Law Enforcement During Jan. 6 Capitol Breach

WASHINGTON — An Illinois man has been arrested for assaulting law enforcement with a dangerous weapon and other crimes related to the breach of the U.S.…

Department of Justice Press Releases

The Only Black Juror Opens Up About Jussie Smollett’s Guilty Verdict

The only black juror in the Jussie Smollett case said he found the case “sad” and said that the actor staged an attack on himself, ABC 7 reported. Andre Hope was the…

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Davenport Uncle and Nephew Sentenced to Prison for Drug and Firearm Charges

DAVENPORT, Iowa – Two Davenport men, Donnie Spencer, age 70, and Rafiel Lee Owens, age 35, were sentenced on Monday, December 13, 2021 by United States District Court Judge Stephanie M. Rose.…

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Rockford Man Sentenced to Four Years in Federal Prison for Illegally Possessing Handgun

ROCKFORD — A Rockford man has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for illegally possessing a loaded handgun with an obliterated serial number. DONTREL U. BROWN, 24, illegally possessed the…

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Will County Woman Who Engaged in Sexual Conduct With Underage Boy Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Federal Prison

CHICAGO — A Will County woman has been sentenced to more than five years in federal prison for engaging in sexual conduct with an underage boy and directing him to send her…

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