Trump administration proposes significant cuts to public broadcasting and foreign aid
The Trump administration has proposed a $9 billion rescission package aimed at cutting funding for public radio and television, as well as foreign aid programs, marking a significant shift in federal spending priorities.
Sources: AP News
Epstein case developments as Justice Department fires prosecutor linked to the case
The Justice Department has fired Maurene Comey, a prosecutor involved in the Epstein case and daughter of the former FBI director, amid ongoing investigations and public interest in the case.
Sources: AP News
Alaska tsunami warning after 7.3 magnitude earthquake
Residents in Alaska were scrambling for high ground following a tsunami warning issued after a 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck the region, highlighting the ongoing risks of natural disasters.
Sources: AP News
Connie Francis, legendary pop singer, dies at 87
Connie Francis, the pop singer known for hits like 'Who's Sorry Now?' and 'Pretty Little Baby,' has died at 87. Her career was marked by both monumental success and personal tragedies.
Sources: AP News, NPR
Senate approves cuts to NPR, PBS, and foreign aid programs
The Senate has approved a Trump administration proposal to cut $9 billion in funding, targeting public broadcasting and foreign aid, amidst debates over the role of federal support for these programs.
Sources: NPR
Gulf Coast braces for potential tropical depression
The Gulf Coast is preparing for heavy rains and potential flooding as a weather system moves towards the region, with concerns over its possible development into a tropical depression.
Sources: NPR
White House outlines incremental funding for fentanyl overdose programs
The White House has announced that funding for a key national fentanyl overdose prevention program will be disbursed in increments, raising concerns among CDC staff about the program's future effectiveness.
Sources: NPR
Air traffic controllers voice concerns over modernization plans
While welcoming funding to modernize equipment, air traffic controllers express concerns over staffing shortages, grueling schedules, and stagnating pay, arguing these issues are being overlooked.
Sources: NPR
Maryland uses ACA fund to support abortion care
Maryland has become the first state to utilize a fund connected to the Affordable Care Act to help pay for abortion care, including for patients traveling from states where abortion is restricted.
Sources: NPR
Virginia residents resist expansion of data centers
Residents in Virginia are opposing the expansion of data centers due to concerns over power and water consumption, noise, and the impact on local communities, highlighting a growing NIMBY movement.
Sources: NPR