(Missouri Independent) – Monday’s U.S. Supreme Court decision granting the presumption of criminal immunity for official actions taken by a president fundamentally altered U.S. democracy, President Joe Biden said from the White House Monday evening. Speaking for less than five minutes, Biden said the 6-3 decision contradicted the spirit of the country’s founding — set to be celebrated nationwide […]
(Missouri Independent) – U.S. presidents enjoy full immunity from criminal charges for their official “core constitutional” acts, but no immunity for unofficial acts, the Supreme Court ruled Monday, sending former President Donald Trump’s case back to the lower courts. The justices left open the question of how far official acts can reach, possibly reshaping the […]
(Missouri Independent) – President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump pitched to undecided voters Thursday night during the first debate of the presidential campaign — trading insults over their policy differences, immigration, and who represents a threat to democracy. During the debate from CNN’s headquarters in Atlanta, the two men argued over who could […]
(Missouri Independent) – The Biden administration will announce deportation protections for long-term undocumented immigrants married to U.S. citizens and quicker approval of work permits for those in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. President Joe Biden will make the announcement during a White House event to celebrate the 12th anniversary of the DACA […]
As part of continuing efforts to protect the senior community, the Internal Revenue Service issued a warning about the rising threat of impersonation scams. These scams are targeting older adults in Missouri and elsewhere across the country by pretending to be government officials, aiming to steal sensitive personal information and money. By posing as representatives […]
(Missouri Independent) – President Joe Biden on Tuesday touted his administration’s efforts to reduce gun violence as the second anniversary of bipartisan gun safety legislation he signed into law approaches. “Never give up on hope,” Biden said during an annual conference hosted by the advocacy group Everytown for Gun Safety. The speech came hours after […]
A U.S. citizen made his initial appearance in Fort Myers, Florida, following his extradition from Ukraine to the United States. He faces numerous charges in three federal districts relating to double homicide, armed robbery, false statements in a passport application, aggravated identity theft, and misuse of a passport, among other charges. Craig Austin Lang, 34, […]
The southwest Iowa community of Greenfield has been partially leveled by the tornado that tore through the town Tuesday afternoon. “Sadly, we can confirm there have been fatalities with this tornado. Also, injuries have been sustained by residents here in the Greenfield area,” Iowa State Patrol Communications Officer Alex Dinkla said. A tornado near Corning […]
If you feel unsafe, help is available through various resources provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These services are designed to assist individuals experiencing a mental health crisis, domestic or intimate partner violence, sexual assault or abuse, and human trafficking. For those facing a mental health crisis, the Veterans Crisis Line is […]
A Texas man was sentenced to six and a half years in prison and three years supervised release for trafficking more than 21 kilograms of the drug known as Spice from Texas to Alaska. “Spice” is a generic term for synthetic cannabinoids, which are mind-altering chemicals that are formed by dissolving psychotropic drugs in acetone […]
Four members of a family from Zearing, Iowa, have entered pleas of not guilty to charges involving the severe abuse and kidnapping of an 18-year-old relative. According to court filings, the teenager was admitted to a hospital displaying signs of extreme malnutrition and injuries severe enough to cause brain bleeding. The individuals charged include Gary […]
It’s Tax Day in the United States, a deadline that prompts a late surge in income tax filings. IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel reported to journalists on Friday that over 100 million returns have already been filed, and many more are expected in the final hours. “For those of you submitting at the last minute, you’re […]
(Missouri Independent) – The future of medication abortion access in the United States went in front of the U.S. Supreme Court justices on Tuesday, where several justices appeared somewhat skeptical as anti-abortion organizations argued the use of the pharmaceutical should be moved back to what was in place before 2016. Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar, speaking […]
On April 8, 2024, North America will be captivated by a rare celestial spectacle: a total solar eclipse. Unlike the more common partial eclipses, this event offers an extraordinary opportunity for millions across Mexico, the United States, and Canada to witness daytime turn into twilight. The eclipse’s path of totality, a narrow corridor where the […]
(Missouri Independent) – Congress released the final six government funding bills early Thursday, starting off a sprint toward the Friday midnight deadline to wrap up work that was supposed to be finished nearly six months ago. The bipartisan agreement on the $1.2 trillion spending package, which emerged just before 3 a.m., came less than two […]
In a shocking case from Zearing, Iowa, a community 50 miles north of Des Moines, a family of four faces serious charges after a young man was discovered in a critical condition, leading to widespread alarm within the community. Gary Graham Jr., 44, Danielle Graham, 42, Aaron Williams, 20, and a 16-year-old female, who are […]
(Missouri News Service – Eric Galatas) – This year’s high school graduates will be eligible for 14,000 new scholarships offered through Opportunity Next Colorado, a $21 million investment approved by state lawmakers. Angie Paccione, the Colorado Department of Higher Education’s executive director, stated the goal is to set graduates up for success and fill high-demand […]
(Missouri News Service – Alex Gonzalez) – In Arizona, four in every 1,000 people own electric vehicles (EVs), and a federal rule, soon to be finalized, could increase these numbers. The rule is gaining support but also faces criticism. The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new car and light truck emission standards could require that up […]
National Animal Poison Prevention Week, March 17-23, 2024, is a time for pet owners to assess what plants and products can potentially poison their animals, identify signs they’ve been poisoned, and learn how to prevent pet poisoning. It is also a good time to remind livestock owners of the springtime dangers of potential poisons, such […]
The CDC just shared new information showing a medicine called Nirsevimab is good at keeping babies from getting so sick from a virus called RSV that they have to go to the hospital. RSV is a big reason why lots of babies end up in the hospital. The CDC says it’s a good idea to […]
