Reports of impending U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids under President Donald Trump have caused widespread fear among illegal aliens, leading to a significant drop in foot traffic in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood. Known as the "Mexico of the Midwest," the area’s shops and taquerias have seen sales plummet as residents stay indoors to avoid potential encounters with ICE agents.
The S&P 500 climbed to a record high on Wednesday, fueled by enthusiasm over Netflix's quarterly results and the technology sector's strong performance.
Health officials in Philadelphia announced Wednesday that a snow goose found ill in the city tested positive for bird flu, or avian influenza. The discovery comes as the United States faces a bird flu outbreak that has sickened more than 60 people nationwide.
Two voting advocacy groups founded by Democrat Stacey Abrams were hit with a record $300,000 fine by the Georgia Ethics Commission for violating campaign finance laws during Abrams’ 2018 gubernatorial campaign.
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas defended President Joe Biden’s delay in taking executive action on the southern border during an interview with PBS NewsHour on Tuesday. Facing criticism from outgoing ICE Deputy Director P.J. Lechleitner, who argued the administration should have acted sooner, Mayorkas emphasized that earlier action would have likely faced litigation with uncertain outcomes.
President Joe Biden delivered a speech at the State Department on Monday, reflecting on his foreign policy achievements as his presidency enters its final week.
Macy’s has announced plans to close 66 underperforming stores this year as part of its Bold New Chapter strategy, which includes closing about 150 underproductive locations over a three-year period.
California’s insurance commissioner, Ricardo Lara, issued a one-year moratorium on non-renewals and cancellations in areas affected by the state's fires.
