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Iranian-Born Man Guilty of Shipping US Tech to Iran
An Iranian-born man was convicted of conspiring to illegally export sensitive U.S.-made electronic components to Iran that were used in military drones.
Wisconsin Panel Finds Elon Musk Likely Broke the Law With $1 Million Voter Checks
The bipartisan elections commission referred the complaints to the prosecutor, who has 40 days to decide whether to file charges.
Man Fleeing ICE Agents Struck, Killed by Semi-Truck in Florida
A 28-year-old died after running from federal agents at St. Augustine gas station.
Critical NYC Power Line Down as City Faces Hot Weather
New York’s grid operator said the grid can’t handle 3 days of 95-degree weather in a row.
Lonsdale Warns US Patent Disclosures Give China a Technology Opening
The technology investor said Chinese actors use U.S. filings for commercial gain as American inventors face territorial limits and costly overseas enforcement.
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Senate Democrats Block Defense Spending Bill From Advancing
Democrats said the resumption of the war in Iran was a factor behind their opposition to the motion.
Education Department Launches K-12 Initiative to Protect Students From Sexual Predators
Educational institutions that do not comply with legal mandates protecting students from sexual misconduct stand to lose federal funding.
California Offers $3,500 EV Rebates to First-Time Buyers
The rebate would be valid for first-time purchasers of new EVs up to $50,000 and one for $1,750 would be available for purchases of used EVs up to $25,000.
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US Offers $10 Million Reward for Information on Russians Indicted on Cyber Crimes Against 21 States
Federal authorities alleged the cyberattacks contributed to at least $61 million in damages.
Advocacy Group Releases New Social Security COLA Projections for 2027 Payments
Under the seniors group’s forecast, average Social Security payments would increase by $73.62 per month, or from $1,937.53 to $2,011.15.
New York Imposes First Statewide Moratorium on Data Centers
Gov. Kathy Hochul said the state needs safeguards to protect New Yorkers as hyperscale data centers continue to quickly expand.
US Small Business Optimism Rebounds but Inflation Concerns Jump to Near 2-Year High
High interest rates and modest economic growth are prompting small businesses to approach hiring and capital spending with ‘caution.’
Lifetime Cost of New US Gas-Fired Power Hits 15-Year High, Solar Costs Jump 18 Percent: Lazard
Tariffs, elevated borrowing costs, and supply chain pressures are raising construction costs across the U.S. power sector, Lazard said.
What to Know About Darline Nordone, Lindsey Graham’s Sister Appointed to Fill His Seat
Graham was known to have a close relationship with his sister, who has been appointed to finish out the remaining months of his term.
South Carolina Governor Appoints Graham’s Sister to Fill His Senate Seat
Trump called on Henry McMaster to pick Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to serve in the interim.
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hits More Than Half of US States: CDC
Cases are rising quickly in Michigan, and also being recorded in dozens of other states.
US State Department Tells Americans to Avoid Congo Due to Ebola
Congo has been struggling with an outbreak of Ebola for months.
World Leaders, US Officials Pay Tribute to Late Sen. Lindsey Graham
Tributes poured in for the South Carolina senator after his sudden death on July 11.
Credit Availability Index for Cars Hits 10-Year High
Nearly 74 percent of auto loan applications were approved in June.
Federal Judge Rejects Transgender Health Nonprofit’s Bid to Halt FTC Lawsuit
Chief Judge Boasberg denied a temporary restraining order, allowing the Federal Trade Commission’s deceptive practices case to proceed.
