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Chicago Aldermen Push to Modify Sanctuary Law, Seek Cooperation with ICE on Criminal Migrants

Aldermen Raymond Lopez and Silvana Tabares have introduced legislation to amend Chicago's Welcoming City Ordinance, aiming to allow local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration authorities when migrants are involved in serious criminal activities. The proposal marks a shift from the city’s strict sanctuary policies but faces strong opposition in a liberal-dominated city council and resistance from Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Raleigh Secures Federal Funding for EV Charging Infrastructure Expansion

Raleigh is the only city in North Carolina to receive funding in the latest round of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure grants from the Biden administration. The $635 million in grants, part of the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, includes $2.4 million for the deployment of 56 EV charging ports across the city.

Pennsylvania’s Struggle to Protect Jobs Amid Federal Interference

Pennsylvania’s steel industry faced significant challenges this year as federal decisions threatened operations at two major companies: Cleveland-Cliffs and U.S. Steel. While Gov. Josh Shapiro joined bipartisan efforts to protect Cleveland-Cliffs’ Butler County plant, his neutrality on the U.S. Steel merger has drawn criticism from state lawmakers and workers.

Massive Data Breach Exposes Exploitation of Popular Apps for Location Tracking

A recent data breach involving location data company Gravy Analytics has uncovered widespread exploitation of mobile apps to harvest sensitive user location data. Apps ranging from popular games like Candy Crush to prayer and fitness apps have reportedly been used to collect location data, often without the knowledge of users or even the app developers themselves.

Biden Announces Deportation Protections for Venezuelan Migrants Despite Gang Violence

The Biden administration granted hundreds of thousands of foreign nationals Temporary Protected Status (TPS), including about 600,000 Venezuelans.

California Republican Introduces Bill Protecting Girls’ Sports

California Assemblymember Kate Sanchez (R) introduced a bill prohibiting biological men from competing in girls' sports.

Lip Reader Reveals Trump and Obama’s Private Exchange at Carter Funeral

During former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral, Donald Trump and Barack Obama shared a rare public exchange that appeared cordial but, according to a professional lip reader, included a discussion of significant matters. Jeremy Freeman, a certified forensic lip reader, interpreted the conversation as referencing the need for a private follow-up.

Report Warns of Risks from Male Inmates in Women’s Prisons

A new report from the nonprofit Independent Women highlights significant risks associated with housing biologically male inmates who identify as female in women’s prisons.

Chevron Joins Major Companies in Supporting Trump’s Inaugural Fund

Chevron announced plans to donate to President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural fund, according to a statement from company spokesperson Bill Turenne on Thursday.

Senate Advances Immigration Bill Requiring Migrant Detention

The Senate voted Thursday to advance a bill mandating federal authorities detain unauthorized immigrants accused of specific crimes.

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