Janice Hisle
Senior Reporter
Janice Hisle mainly writes in-depth reports based on U.S. political news and cultural trends, following a two-year stint covering President Donald Trump’s 2024 reelection campaign. Before joining The Epoch Times in 2022, she worked more than two decades as a reporter for newspapers in Ohio and authored several books. She is a graduate of Kent State University's journalism program. You can reach Janice at: [email protected]
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$11 Million Fraud Trial Canceled After Minnesota Defendant Skips Hearing
Abdirashid Ismail Said’s trial on 2023 charges was set for April 13. After he failed to show up for an April 7 hearing, a judge issued an arrest warrant.
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Attorneys General in 4 States Take Aim at Sellers of Opioidlike Kratom
The battle over kratom has been heating up nationally in recent months, amid growing concerns that this ‘natural’ substance can be addictive and harmful.
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Minnesota Whistleblower Alleges Years of ‘Reckless Disregard’ at Fraud-Plagued Agency
In response to concerns dating to at least 2019, the Department of Human Services leader pledged corrective action; lawmakers urged more accountability.
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Fraud Focus Shifts to California: What to Know
Elected officials said they fought fraud hard. But crooks may have bilked ‘hundreds of billions’ from taxpayers, a prosecutor said.
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Police, Medics Call for Buffer Zones to Stop People From Impeding, Harassing Them
Several states have already enacted so-called ‘halo’ laws, with more in the works. But the laws routinely have faced legal challenges on constitutional grounds.
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‘No Kings’ Protests Held Across US
Organizers say thousands of events are planned nationally to oppose President Donald Trump’s agenda for the third time since his inauguration in January 2025.
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Kratom Tied to Surge in Poison-Control Calls, Hospitalizations, Report Says
Findings call for more scrutiny of the botanical product and a public-information campaign—as state and federal officials debate regulations or bans.
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Strait of Hormuz Crisis Underscores Need for Small US Drone Boats, Industry Leaders Say
Amid the Iran War, the need to produce new high-tech watercraft has become increasingly important, executives say.
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A Mother’s Loss Inspires a Documentary as Debate Over Kratom Intensifies
Fans swear kratom is helpful. Critics say it’s addictive and could be deadly. Researchers are still exploring the complexities of this botanical product.
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‘Unapologetically American’: Memorial Services Held for 2 Soldiers Killed in Iran War
People in Florida and Kentucky showed their respects for casualties of Operation Epic Fury.
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$11 Million Fraud Trial Canceled After Minnesota Defendant Skips Hearing
Abdirashid Ismail Said’s trial on 2023 charges was set for April 13. After he failed to show up for an April 7 hearing, a judge issued an arrest warrant.
|
Attorneys General in 4 States Take Aim at Sellers of Opioidlike Kratom
The battle over kratom has been heating up nationally in recent months, amid growing concerns that this ‘natural’ substance can be addictive and harmful.
|
Minnesota Whistleblower Alleges Years of ‘Reckless Disregard’ at Fraud-Plagued Agency
In response to concerns dating to at least 2019, the Department of Human Services leader pledged corrective action; lawmakers urged more accountability.
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Fraud Focus Shifts to California: What to Know
Elected officials said they fought fraud hard. But crooks may have bilked ‘hundreds of billions’ from taxpayers, a prosecutor said.
|
Police, Medics Call for Buffer Zones to Stop People From Impeding, Harassing Them
Several states have already enacted so-called ‘halo’ laws, with more in the works. But the laws routinely have faced legal challenges on constitutional grounds.
|
‘No Kings’ Protests Held Across US
Organizers say thousands of events are planned nationally to oppose President Donald Trump’s agenda for the third time since his inauguration in January 2025.
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Kratom Tied to Surge in Poison-Control Calls, Hospitalizations, Report Says
Findings call for more scrutiny of the botanical product and a public-information campaign—as state and federal officials debate regulations or bans.
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Strait of Hormuz Crisis Underscores Need for Small US Drone Boats, Industry Leaders Say
Amid the Iran War, the need to produce new high-tech watercraft has become increasingly important, executives say.
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A Mother’s Loss Inspires a Documentary as Debate Over Kratom Intensifies
Fans swear kratom is helpful. Critics say it’s addictive and could be deadly. Researchers are still exploring the complexities of this botanical product.
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‘Unapologetically American’: Memorial Services Held for 2 Soldiers Killed in Iran War
People in Florida and Kentucky showed their respects for casualties of Operation Epic Fury.
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