In Oklahoma, a recent investigation found that leaders were not careful with millions of dollars meant to help schools during the pandemic. This money was part of the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund (GEER). The investigation showed that the state didn't follow the rules and wasted about $
North Carolina’s Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson has taken legal action against CNN, filing a lawsuit in Wake County Superior Court. The lawsuit, announced at a news conference in Raleigh, alleges that CNN's recent report on Robinson’s past online activity was reckless and defamatory. The report claimed Robi
China's Ministry of Finance recently held a press briefing, highlighting its focus on resolving local government debt issues rather than providing the economic stimulus markets were hoping for. Finance Minister Lan Fo'an outlined four key measures to support local governments in managing debt risks.
Florida residents are no strangers to hurricanes. But two strong storms, Helene and Milton, hitting close together? That's a first for many. The Bahia Vista Gulf condominium complex in Venice faced a tough task. After cleaning up from Hurricane Helene, they had to start all over again with Hurricane
New York City is in a tough spot. Mayor Adams is facing serious criminal charges, and people are divided on whether he should stay in office. Some say an acquittal means he can keep running the city, but others argue the damage is already done. The city has seen multiple resignations and four ongoin
Lance Charles and Sarah Macdonald recently shared their heartbreaking story with the federal Standing Committee on Health in Ottawa. Their 13-year-old daughter, Brianna, died from an overdose in a homeless camp in Abbotsford, B.C., on August 23. Brianna struggled with mental health issues that led h
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) recently said something crazy. She implied that the government can change the weather, and that the Biden administration used Hurricane Helene to punish political rivals. People laughed at her, and rightly so, because her claims don't hold water. But why
Imagine a country where more than half of all counties rely on government aid for a significant portion of their income. This might sound like a generous safety net, but it also raises questions about self-reliance and the future of our economy. In the past, politicians like Mitt Romney have pointe
Former Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker has left the door open for a possible return to politics. Now the president of the NCAA, Baker recently spoke at the UMass Club about his new role. When asked about a potential comeback in politics, he replied that he wouldn't rule anything out. Baker, kno
During the COVID-19 pandemic, government responses had unintended consequences. The number of unvaccinated kindergarten kids hit a record high. The CDC reported that around 80,000 more kids didn't get their shots compared to before the pandemic. This means fewer kids are protected against diseases l
