Shoplifting incidents in the U.S. surged 93% in 2023 compared to pre-pandemic levels, with retailers experiencing a 90% rise in monetary losses, according to a new study by the National Retail Federation (NRF).
A pizza restaurant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, has sparked controversy after announcing it would not cater a same-sex wedding due to its "personal beliefs." Pizzeria Cortile shared its stance in a direct message on Instagram, which led to online backlash. The restaurant later issued a statement on its Facebook page, explaining that the decision was made from a place of personal conviction and was not intended to harm anyone.
A few years ago, the Buffalo Bills threatened to leave New York State unless a new stadium deal was secured. This kind of relocation bluff is common in the NFL, with only the Green Bay Packers standing out as a team with a municipally owned facility and a market too small to seriously consider relocation. Despite the ever-present threat of the Bills moving to a more lucrative market, Democrat Governor Kathy Hochul ultimately signed a deal providing $600 million in state funding for a new $2.1 billion stadium for the Bills, with Erie County contributing an additional $250 million. This was after team owner Terry Pegula threatened to move the franchise to Austin, Texas, where he would privately finance a stadium.
Defense attorneys for former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan and codefendant Michael McClain are set to begin presenting their case Wednesday in a corruption trial that has captured significant attention. The trial, which involves 23 counts of bribery, racketeering, and official misconduct, centers around the alleged "Madigan Enterprise" scheme in which utilities like ComEd and AT&T Illinois allegedly provided no-work jobs and contracts to individuals loyal to Madigan in exchange for favorable legislation in Springfield.
President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team is considering a major expansion of GPS monitoring for illegal immigrants not held in federal detention, according to sources...
A new report released by Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) and the House Administration on Oversight Subcommittee calls for an investigation into former Rep. Liz Cheney. It was previously revealed that she colluded with witness Cassidy Hutchinson without Hutchinson's attorney's knowledge surrounding the House Select Committee on January 6 interviews.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have unveiled their 2024 holiday card, shortly after reports emerged that the couple did not receive an invitation to join the royal family’s annual Christmas celebration at Sandringham in Norfolk
President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming national security advisor said the United States needs an Iron Dome. The statement comes as unidentified drones have been spotted around the country.
