LIBERTY, Mo.– A Missouri man, Timothy M. Haslett, is facing serious charges, including kidnapping, sexual assault, and now, murder. Authorities say they found the remains of a woman in a barrel by the Missouri River, linking her death to Haslett. This case started getting more attention this week after Haslett was charged with murdering 36-year-old…
Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed House Bill 197, implementing stricter regulations for massage parlors in Florida. The aim is to combat illegal activities such as human trafficking and prostitution. While this enhances safety, it will likely drive up the cost of massage services due to increased operational expenses. One key aspect of the law is…
The House of Representatives passed a bill on Wednesday requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration. This legislation has been a priority for Republicans as an election-year talking point, even though research indicates that noncitizens illegally registering and voting in federal elections is exceedingly rare. The bill passed largely along party lines, with five Democrats…
Governor Gavin Newsom has taken a bold step to tackle crime in California by implementing a new surveillance technology across the state. This move has sparked debates on privacy and public safety, as hundreds of Flock Safety cameras are being deployed, marking a significant shift in crime prevention tactics. Flock Safety cameras are advanced surveillance…
In the wake of severe flooding in southeast South Dakota, Governor Kristi Noem’s response has come under intense scrutiny. As heavy rains inundated the region, Noem’s actions—or lack thereof—have revealed significant shortcomings in her leadership during a crisis. When the deluge began, Noem was notably absent, attending a political conference and a television interview out…
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has decided to veto a bill that would have allowed the state to shut down beaches if the water was found to be polluted. This decision comes just two months after Floridians were warned not to swim in certain areas due to contamination from fecal matter. If the bill had been…
In his recent State of the State address, Governor Gavin Newsom made a bold claim: “Here’s the truth Republicans never tell you: California is not a high tax state.” This assertion, while partially accurate, requires deeper examination to fully understand the nuances of California’s tax system. California’s tax system is progressive, meaning that the more…
In a harrowing incident on Milwaukee’s Interstate 43, an 18-year-old pregnant woman was critically injured, and her unborn child was killed following a police pursuit connected to recent armed carjackings. The chase also resulted in the shooting of a 17-year-old boy and minor injuries to four other teenagers in the vehicle. Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey…
Small distillers across New York State are rejoicing over the recent legislative approval of a measure that would allow them to ship their products directly to consumers. This privilege, long enjoyed by New York wineries, promises to open new sales channels for distilleries, cideries, and meaderies. However, the bill’s future hinges on the signature of…
In 2005, a series of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions caused Ethiopia to split open. Now, geologists studying the site believe that the enormous fault line may actually break apart Africa into two continents, and create a brand new ocean with it, something that has never before been observed. The original split in Ethiopia occurred in…
