Weddings at California courthouses increase as Gen Z fuels rise in civil ceremonies

Weddings at California courthouses increase as Gen Z fuels rise in civil ceremonies

Many couples on the West Coast are now opting for simpler, more budget-friendly weddings rather than extravagant ceremonies. This trend has led to an influx of bookings at city halls across California for civil ceremonies, according to recent reports. Melinda Green, the County Clerk for Santa Barbara, mentioned that reservations are snapped up almost immediately. […]

Nolan Wells’s grieving family hires well-known civil rights attorney Ben Crump.

Nolan Wells's grieving family hires well-known civil rights attorney Ben Crump.

Family of Nolan Xavier Wells Retains Civil Rights Attorney After Disappearance The family of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, who vanished following a boat trip on the Fourth of July, is enlisting the help of a well-known civil rights attorney. They are seeking answers regarding his disappearance and death. Wells’ body was found on Monday near […]

ROOKE: Resembling a Civil War

ROOKE: Resembling a Civil War

Birthright Citizenship Decision and Its Implications Dealing with the recent Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship is still a heavy topic for many. The decision allows illegal immigrants and those seen as “birth tourists” to give birth in the U.S. and gain citizenship for their children. It’s a perspective that, frankly, raises eyebrows. Some argue […]

A civil war divided America, yet the words of two men still bring us together.

A civil war divided America, yet the words of two men still bring us together.

Three U.S. presidents passed away on July 4th. John Adams and Thomas Jefferson both died on this date in 1826, while James Monroe followed suit in 1831. It’s a compelling coincidence that some interpret as significant in relation to the holiday itself. However, the two individuals who imparted the most profound lessons about freedom and […]

Trump removes oversight of special education and civil rights from the Education Department

Trump removes oversight of special education and civil rights from the Education Department

Trump Administration Streamlines Education Oversight WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is advancing its agenda by shifting oversight of special education and civil rights from the Department of Education to other federal agencies. Under the new plan, the Department of Justice will handle civil rights enforcement in education, while the Department of Health and Human Services […]

Rick Scott’s Bill Increases Civil Penalties for Illegal Immigrants and Their Employers

Rick Scott's Bill Increases Civil Penalties for Illegal Immigrants and Their Employers

Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla.) put forth a bill on Thursday aimed at escalating civil penalties for individuals who unlawfully enter the United States or fail to leave after being ordered. The legislation would also impose stiffer penalties on employers who knowingly hire unauthorized workers. Named the “Illegal Immigrant Cost Recovery Act,” Scott’s bill is co-sponsored […]

Civil rights investigation launched into CUNY Black Male Initiative by DOJ

Civil rights investigation launched into CUNY Black Male Initiative by DOJ

DOJ Investigates CUNY’s Black Men’s Initiative The Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division has initiated an investigation into the Black Men’s Initiative (BMI) at the City University of New York (CUNY). This initiative aims to “increase, encourage, and support the inclusion and educational success of students from groups significantly underrepresented in higher education,” particularly focusing […]