Owen Shroyer discusses recent developments on the Supreme Court and how they could potentially upend any changes the Trump administration is trying to make.
A Silver Spring-based company is releasing diseased mosquitoes in the Washington, D.C. area, in hopes they will infect Asian Tiger Mosquitoes and reduce their numbers.
PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Bee Safe Mosquito Control, a Maryland-based company, has begun releasing male mosquitoes infected with the Wolbachia bacteria in the D.C. area, hoping they will spread the disease to aggressive Asian Tiger Mosquitoes and reduce their populations. These “ZAP males” make female mosquitoes infertile after mating, preventing them from producing offspring. Skeptics of insect programs warn that the potential risks to human health and to species that feed on mosquitoes are unclear. DETAIL: The Asian Tiger Mosquito is a common pest in the region and is capable of transmitting diseases such as Dengue Fever, Zika, and Yellow Fever. The ZAP males are sourced from MosquitoMate, a Kentucky-based company with EPA…Open
Alfred Richardson and Madison Davis were the first Black legislators in Athens, Ga., elected in 1868. The backlash against them still reverberates today.
2026 Fireworks Safety Tips. Fireworks are fun, but they can be dangerous. Enjoy this 250th anniversary of our nation by attending the professional fireworks in your area. Here are the CPSC fireworks safety tips from their official guidance: Never allow young children to play with or light fireworks, including sparklers. Sparklers can reach about 2,000°F. Keep a bucket of water or garden hose nearby in case of fire or mishap. Make sure fireworks are legal in your area. Only buy and use fireworks labeled for consumer use, not professional use. Never use fireworks while impaired by alcohol or drugs. Light fireworks one at a time, then move back quickly. Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that did not fully ignite. Follow all…
AAA projects 5.84 million people will fly this holiday, while roughly 85% of travelers will take road trips.
Just hours after the Senate Ethics Committee quietly dismissed a review of sexual misconduct and improper spending allegations, the Department of Justice opened a formal investigation into first-term Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) for potential campaign finance violations. The move draws attention to how some Democratic lawmakers treat donor cash as a personal slush fund. The […] The post DOJ Opens Criminal Investigation into Sen. Ruben Gallego for Using Campaign Funds as Personal Slush Fund appeared first on StoneZone .
Just hours after the Senate Ethics Committee quietly dismissed a review of sexual misconduct and improper spending allegations, the Department of Justice opened a formal investigation into first-term Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) for potential campaign finance violations. The move draws attention to how some Democratic lawmakers treat donor cash as a personal slush fund. The inquiry, triggered by a whistleblower complaint from Southern California, is examining Gallego’s reported use of campaign and leadership PAC money to finance childcare, Super Bowl tickets, lavish trips, family travel, and outings to Disney World and Disneyland. Details include lavish trips to St. Barts and Miami, some loosely tied to donor events or family…Open
Justin Cherry’s breads are in demand this semiquincentennial, as is his knowledge of historical baking methods.
Under the proposal, Iran and Oman would collect payment for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, according to officials and diplomats with knowledge of the matter.
The Krug family, now in its fifth generation, operates America’s oldest blacksmith shop, G. Krug & Son Ironworks, located in Baltimore. NewsNation’s Brian Entin spoke with the family in anticipation of America’s 250th anniversary. #Blacksmith #Business #America Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.