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Paul Pelosi Charged With Hit-and-Run in Northern California
The charge is related to a July 3 accident in Napa County.
Gov. Abbott Signs Major Disaster Declaration for 28 Texas Counties Hit by Catastrophic Floods
Two deaths have been reported and nearly 600 people have been rescued as rains pound the Hill Country and South Texas.
Trump’s CCP Election Interference Claims May Signal Shift in China Policy: Analysts
Analysts say Trump’s speech reflects renewed focus on strategic competition with Beijing and could affect Xi Jinping’s standing at home.
Third Circuit Strikes Down New Jersey’s ‘Assault Weapon’ Ban
The court found semiautomatic rifles and high-capacity magazines have constitutional protection.
Former FEMA CFO’s Firing Over Luxury Hotels for Illegal Immigrants Was Unlawful: Judge
The Trump administration argued it was allowed to fire the FEMA official under Article II of the U.S. Constitution.
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US Destroyed Key Iran Surveillance Tower in Strait of Hormuz, Military Says
The strike will degrade Iran’s ability to coordinate attacks on ships in the strait, officials said.
Lengths of Student Visas Capped Under New DHS Rule
The current system gives many students no fixed departure date. The new rule says that after four years, a student must apply for an extension.
14-Year-Old Girl in California Becomes Top-Ranked Middle School Sprinter in US
Janet Criss ‘combines speed, power, and discipline far beyond her age,’ according to her website.
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US Inland College Towns Attract First-Time Buyers as Home Prices Rise: Report
Many of the most affordable college towns were in the Midwest and South, Redfin found.
Registered Nurses Get Above Average Pay, Bureau of Labor Statistics Shows
Payments for registered nurses in some states were comparable to that of high-level leaders in companies.
How Medical Upcoding Made People Look Sick, Increased Medicare Payments
By adding diagnoses to a patient’s risk analysis that no doctor had ever indicated, an insurance company can gain additional federal payments.
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak: Here’s the Latest Case Numbers by State
34 states have reported cases so far, but some say the cases are not linked to the wider outbreak.
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Lettuce at Taco Bell in 5 States, CDC Says
The CDC said more than 1,644 people infected with cyclosporiasis said they had eaten at Taco Bell locations in five states before falling ill.
Tillis Says Blanche Met With Epstein Accusers After His Demand
Sen. Thom Tillis made that request during the second day of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing in Washington.
Trump Administration Reinstates Green Card Restrictions Biden Administration Reversed
‘The Trump administration is upholding the rule of law,’ an official said.
More Than 120 Children Located as FBI Announces Operation Summer Heat 2.0 Halfway Results
The agency carried out 850 drug seizures, recovering roughly 1,300 pounds of cocaine.
Medicare to Reward Doctors for Health Outcomes Rather Than Services Alone
Proposed payment rules for 2027 will prioritize accountable care organizations, rewarding physicians for maintaining patient wellness.
EU Signs Pact With Ukraine on Joint Weapons Production
European and Ukrainian drone production is expected to begin joint production by the end of the year.
Key Takeaways From DNI Nominee Jay Clayton’s Confirmation Hearing
The Senate Intelligence Committee pressed the DNI nominee for answers on election integrity, top threats, and the Intelligence Community’s independence.
House GOP Releases Blueprint for $95 Billion Reconciliation Package
The package would fund defense, farm aid, and state measures to implement voter ID requirements in elections.
Trump Says ICE Should Resume Traffic Stops After Deadly Maine Encounter
Trump praised the tactic as an effective crime-fighting tool after a fatal shooting in Maine prompted a temporary nationwide pause for policy review.
