Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) announced Monday that his daughter, Madison Warner, has died at the age of 36 following a long battle with juvenile diabetes and other health complications. “We are heartbroken beyond words by the passing of our beloved daughter, Madison, 36, after a decades-long battle with juvenile diabetes and other health issues,” Warner […]
Apple announced Monday that CEO Tim Cook will step down from his role, marking the end of a tenure that reshaped the company into one of the most valuable businesses in the world. Cook will transition to executive chairman of Apple’s board, while longtime executive John Ternus will take over as CEO on Sept. 1. […]
Chicago’s effort to eliminate the tipped minimum wage remains on track after a closely watched City Council vote, with Mayor Brandon Johnson defending the policy by linking it to the legacy of slavery and “broader economic inequality.” The Chicago City Council voted 30–19 on Wednesday in an attempt to override Johnson’s veto of a measure […]
Universities across the country believe they’ve found the perfect loophole to circumvent Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion bans, even in red states like Texas. At the University of North Texas, DEI remains intact and faculty say it must stay in place to keep the school’s social work program up and running. Paige Falco, a Field
Good morning. Today’s headlines reflect a broader sense of uncertainty over the economy, public safety, and political accountability. From conflicting signals on gas prices to a deadly cross-border operation and a stalled impeachment push in Minnesota, systems are being tested, and clarity remains elusive. Mixed Signals on Gas Prices as Trump Breaks with His Own […]
LONG BEACH, Calif. — A long-running Southern California fireworks show that has raised millions for charity will not take place this year after state regulators denied a permit, citing environmental concerns ahead of the nation’s 250th Independence Day celebration. The California Coastal Commission rejected a final request to hold the annual “Big Bang on the […]
As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, the Trump Administration is rolling out a nationwide initiative encouraging Americans to explore the country by car. Branded as “The Great American Road Trip,” the effort is part of a broader campaign to mark the nation’s semiquincentennial. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) is partnering with The […]
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has resigned, according to multiple sources cited by NOTUS. The reported resignation follows an inspector general probe into misconduct allegations against her and staff, including claims of an affair with a subordinate, drinking on the job, misuse of resources, and civil rights complaints from employees over a hostile work environment. A […]
Two U.S. Embassy personnel were killed in what officials described as an accident in Mexico, U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson said Sunday, in an incident that also claimed the lives of two Mexican law enforcement officers. “We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of two U.S. Embassy personnel, the Director of Chihuahua’s State […]
The United States Navy formally began operations to control access to the Persian Gulf on Tuesday, 14 April. This effort, the “Strait of Hormuz Blockade,” is currently led by the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group (CSG-3). There are approximately 15 American warships conducting the closure, with other vessels from other task groups assisting or […]
Color Revolution: Thune And Johnson Built The Runway For A One Party State
On April 17, 2026, the veteran Democrat strategist James Carville and the longtime journalist Al Hunt sat down for their Politicon podcast and described, on the record, the architecture of a one party American state. A listener had asked a hypothetical. Hunt answered that the first order of business after a 2027 Democrat Congress would […]