The House just passed the Laken Riley Act, a tough immigration bill named after a young woman killed by an undocumented immigrant. This law focuses on detaining immigrants who commit nonviolent crimes like theft. It's expected to be the first bill President Trump signs after returning to the White H
President Donald J. Trump recently issued a Presidential Memorandum that puts an end to the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) hiring practices under the Biden Administration, which favored diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) over safety and efficiency. The memorandum directs the Secretary o
Warwick Mayor Frank J. Picozzi has proposed the creation of a five-member budget commission to manage the city's school district finances. This move comes in response to a recently revealed $9 million deficit. Picozzi, who was just re-elected for a four-year term, wants to appoint three members with
In an unexpected move, the Trump administration has hit the pause button on many health agency communications. This includes messages from big names like the CDC and the FDA. The command came down in a memo from the acting Secretary of Health and Human Services. Until at least the end of January, re
Okay, so there’s a big plan from some Republicans in Congress to make some major changes to Medicaid and Medicare. The goal? To save money. Sounds simple, right? It’s not. These programs help a lot of people, especially those who are low-income or have certain health issues. Here’s the deal: Some R
On his first full day back in office, President Donald Trump decided to pardon over 200 people who assaulted police during the Capitol attack in 2021. This action was part of a broader plan to overhaul Washington and undo the work of the previous administration. Among those pardoned was Enrique Tarr
Texas' Republican Party is in a bit of a mess right now. The state's GOP chair, Abraham George, is in hot water. A representative accused him of playing favorites in the race for the next House speaker. This didn't go down well with everyone, and a representative named Cody Harris filed an ethics co
Political turmoil causing you stress? A psychologist shares strategies he uses with clients to manage their political distress. Back in the Reagan era, political worries weren’t common among his clients. But times have changed, and now, political distress is a shared mental health concern for many A
Early in his presidency, Donald Trump signed a big order. This order ended America's part in the Paris climate deal. But hear us out for a second. This deal wasn't just about the planet. It was about money and power. China, for example, could keep polluting without any consequences. And guess who ha
Denver's downtown area has faced numerous challenges over the past few years. The COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing construction along the 16th Street Mall, and recent violent crimes have taken a toll on businesses and residents alike. On January 11-12, four stabbings rocked the city, leaving everyone on e
