Robin Smith, a former Tennessee state representative, has been ordered to serve eight months in prison. This comes after she admitted guilt in a case involving a business that used public funds. Smith's actions were part of a larger scheme that also led to the conviction of a former House speaker an
The ongoing federal shutdown is starting to show its teeth, and the aviation industry is feeling the bite. Air traffic controllers, who are still on the job despite not getting paid, are beginning to call in sick more often. This is causing delays and cancellations, and things might get worse before
The US government shutdown is causing major problems for millions of people. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that food benefits, which help over 41 million Americans, won't be issued in November. This is a big deal because many people rely on these benefits to eat. The shutdown ha
So, there's this big shot from the U. S. Treasury, Scott Bessent, who was chatting on TV recently. He's been busy talking to China about some serious stuff, like tariffs and trade deals. He said they might have worked out a truce, which is good news because the U. S. was threatening to slap a huge 1
The U. S. government shutdown has sparked a heated debate about who holds the real power in Washington. While Congress is supposed to control federal spending, President Trump has been making bold moves that some say are pushing the boundaries of his authority. Congress is divided, with Democrats a
The South End neighborhood in Boston is facing a serious problem. Drug use, dealing, and crime are on the rise. This is making life difficult for residents. Many are thinking about moving out because they don't feel safe anymore. Last Thursday, dozens of South End residents gathered at Cathedral Hi
New York City is a global leader in many ways, but its government systems are stuck in the past. The next mayor will face a big challenge: fixing outdated technology that slows down services and makes life harder for residents. Right now, the city's financial systems are falling apart. Rules for bu
The recent layoffs at health agencies seem like a bad rerun of an old show. It's like someone forgot to change the script. The plan was to let go of nearly 8, 000 people, but that didn't happen. Instead, it was a chaotic mess. Employees were left in the dark, wondering if they still had jobs. It's l
A wealthy individual, known for supporting Republican causes, has quietly donated a huge sum to support U. S. troops affected by the government shutdown. This person, who prefers to stay out of the spotlight, gave $130 million to ensure military personnel get paid on time. The donation was announced
President Donald Trump is on a mission in Asia, aiming to secure big investments and ease tensions with China. His journey started with a stop in Qatar, where he met with the emir and prime minister. They discussed Middle East peace efforts, and Trump praised Qatar's role in brokering a deal between
