IMMIGRATION

Dec 24 2025CRIME

Big Meth Bust in Columbia: What Went Down?

In a major crackdown, Columbia saw a significant drug trafficking operation dismantled. The bust was a joint effort involving several agencies, including the Columbia Police Department's Vice, Narcotics and Organized Crime Unit, the North Missouri Drug Task Force, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office,

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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

Florida's Catholic Leaders Ask for a Break in Immigration Actions

Florida's Catholic bishops have a request for President Trump. They want him to take a break from immigration enforcement until after the Christmas holidays. They believe this would show kindness to families affected by these actions. The bishops sent a letter on Monday. It was addressed to both Pr

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

U. S. Immigration Changes: What's Happening to Legal Pathways?

In the first 11 months of the Trump presidency, over 1. 6 million immigrants lost their legal status in the U. S. This number is huge and includes people who came to the country through various legal programs like visas, asylum, and temporary protected status. It's like the entire population of Phil

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

South Sudanese Migrants Fight to Keep U. S. Protections

A group of South Sudanese migrants and a non-profit organization have taken legal action against the U. S. government. They are challenging a recent decision to end temporary protections for over 200 South Sudanese nationals living in the United States. The lawsuit, filed in a Boston federal court,

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

The Quiet Crisis in Immigration: How Policies Are Changing the Game

The recent shooting of two National Guardsmen in Washington sparked a swift reaction from the Trump administration, but not in the way one might expect. Instead of focusing on the crime, the administration imposed severe restrictions on legal immigration. The U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Servic

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Faith and Politics: A Shaky Alliance

In 2025, President Trump has been very busy. He has signed 225 executive orders in just one year. This is more than he did in his entire first term. Some of these orders are about religion. They talk about making America a more Christian nation. For example, one order created a task force to stop C

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Dec 23 2025HEALTH

Health and Politics: A Look at Recent Developments

Recent shifts in health policies and research have sparked debates and controversies across the United States. In a surprising move, many states led by Democratic governors are choosing to ignore a recommendation from a CDC advisory panel. They plan to keep suggesting that newborns get the hepatitis

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Dec 23 2025CRIME

The Cost of Remembering: A Look at Obituary Pricing and Policies

When someone passes away, families often want to honor their memory with an obituary. But did you know there's a lot to consider, like costs and rules? Let's break it down. First, you need to provide some basic info. This includes the full name, address, and phone number of the person submitting th

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

Immigration Courts See More Missing Faces: What's Going On?

In immigration courts across the U. S. , there's a growing trend: more people are not showing up for their hearings. This might seem like a small thing, but it has big consequences. When someone doesn't appear in court, the judge can order their deportation right away. This is called an "in absentia

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Dec 22 2025POLITICS

CBS News and 60 Minutes: A Clash Over a Critical Story

A recent dispute at CBS News has brought attention to the challenges of reporting on sensitive topics, especially those involving the Trump administration. The conflict revolves around a "60 Minutes" story that was pulled from the lineup just before it was set to air. The story, reported by correspo

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