Senator Josh Hawley is investigating Flock Safety's network of AI-powered cameras amid rising privacy concerns, as several cities, including Pflugerville, Texas, and Tempe, Arizona, terminate their contracts with the company. Hawley emphasizes the need for transparency regarding data access and calls for judicial oversight on police searches of individuals' movements. The scrutiny comes as communities reassess their relationships with surveillance technology.
Jorge Borrego, a candidate for the Texas state House, apologized for past online posts that included crude jokes. He clarified that these posts do not reflect his current views and attributed them to his childhood environment.
Za'Darius Smith has returned to the NFL to play for the Atlanta Falcons after taking time away due to the loss of three family members. He expressed that football has been a crucial outlet for him during his grief and aims to reach 100 career sacks as he continues his professional career.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. abruptly ended a 'Make America Healthy Again' event on August 26, 2026, after being questioned about a $1 million donation from the owner of a kratom company. The inquiry raised concerns regarding the Justice Department's previous case against the company, which had been dropped. Kennedy denied knowledge of the donation or any related matters.
A federal judge has denied the Justice Department's request to dismiss Steve Bannon's contempt of Congress conviction, citing insufficient support for the motion. Judge Carl Nichols stated the request was filed without the necessary motivations, allowing the DOJ another chance to present its case. Bannon was convicted in 2022 for refusing to comply with a subpoena from the House Jan. 6 committee.
The accused mastermind of the September 11 attacks is scheduled to face trial in 2028, according to a recent court order. This announcement was made on August 27, 2026.
Two suburbs in Phoenix, Arizona, have ended their contracts with Flock Safety, a provider of automated license plate readers, amid rising privacy concerns. Tempe, which had an $80,000 contract, announced it would deactivate its Flock cameras.
Ana Navarro disagreed with Hunter Biden's claim that Donald Trump is a dictator during a podcast interview. While Biden stated that democracy has been lost under Trump, Navarro refrained from using the term 'dictator' but suggested that Trump would like to have dictatorial power. She emphasized the need for congressional oversight and expressed hope in the judicial system and elections.
911 calls from the recent shooting at Seattle's Bite of Seattle festival reveal the urgent response of first responders and the chaos of the situation. Three people were killed and four others injured, including a child, as a 15-year-old suspect remains in custody. The investigation is ongoing, with limited public updates from authorities.
A federal judge in California has determined that the Trump administration's wage cuts for migrant farmworkers were illegal. The administration had claimed the cuts were meant to address the impacts of its immigration policies.
Zymire Hughes, 22, was arrested in Las Vegas after allegedly terrorizing Philadelphia residents while wearing a Halloween mask. He faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault. Hughes was tracked down by the U.S. Marshals Service and taken into custody after attempting to evade arrest.
Dustin May of the Milwaukee Brewers left the game after being hit by a line drive from A.J. Ewing on his first pitch. Despite trying to stay in the game, he exited after showing signs of pain. May had a record of 6-8 and a 4.57 ERA prior to the incident.
John Harbaugh has assembled an experienced offensive coaching staff for the Giants, including Matt Nagy, Brian Callahan, Greg Roman, and Mike Bloomgren. Each coach brings a wealth of experience from their previous roles in the NFL and college football.
A military judge has set a trial date for June 5, 2028, for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three other men accused of planning the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. This date comes nearly 20 years after their initial arraignment and follows the dismissal of plea agreements that could have spared them the death penalty.
Abdul el Sayed, the Democratic nominee for the Michigan Senate, criticized President Donald Trump and former Rep. Mike Rogers during a town hall in Farmington Hills. El Sayed addressed Trump's pronunciation of his name and discussed his economic policies, while outlining his progressive platform, which includes healthcare reforms and housing regulations.
Rep. Debbie Dingell criticized the media's focus on Hasan Piker in the context of the Michigan Senate race. She stressed that the election should center on the potential outcomes of electing Abdul El-Sayed.
Jeanie Buss has filed a petition in court to block her siblings from selling their minority ownership stake in the Los Angeles Lakers. The petition claims that her siblings acted without her consent and describes their behavior as 'devious.' The attempted sale involves a 17.8% ownership stake being sold to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for $12.5 billion.
Justice Clarence Thomas discussed his relationship with Justice Samuel Alito during an interview with Senator Ted Cruz. Thomas recalled that Alito described him as 'scary' during their time at Yale Law School, where they did not become friends. Cruz also noted Thomas's journey from being a 'left-wing radical' in college to becoming a prominent conservative thinker.
Justice Clarence Thomas shared insights about his relationship with Justice Samuel Alito during a podcast interview with Senator Ted Cruz. Thomas recounted how Alito described him as 'scary' during their time at Yale Law School, attributing this to his unconventional attire. Cruz also noted Thomas's journey from being perceived as a 'left-wing radical' to becoming a prominent conservative thinker.
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