Oakland official facing crude text allegations may receive $400K payment

Oakland official facing crude text allegations may receive $400K payment

A high-ranking official in Oakland has resigned amid a scandal involving a personal letter that contained sexually suggestive remarks about a female colleague. Now, he might cost taxpayers around $400,000 in severance pay. Jestyn Johnson, the former city manager, stepped down in May after these details surfaced. He is potentially looking at a severance package […]

AIPAC labeled as hard-right, facing backlash from commentators

AIPAC labeled as hard-right, facing backlash from commentators

Critics are questioning the way the New York Times described the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), especially given that the group has faced criticism from anti-Israel advocates. On Wednesday, the House of Representatives voted 103-98 on legislation put forth by outgoing Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) aimed at reducing military and humanitarian aid to Israel. […]

MLS Returns to Los Angeles with LAFC facing LA Galaxy

MLS Returns to Los Angeles with LAFC facing LA Galaxy

Los Angeles Hosts MLS Rivalry Tonight Major League Soccer is back in Los Angeles this Friday, bringing with it a highly anticipated matchup. The Galaxy will face off against crosstown rivals LAFC at Dignity Health Sports Park, famously known as “El Trafico,” likely causing some significant traffic delays in the city. These “El Trafico” matches […]

Canoe trip at night results in student’s death and survivor facing charges

Canoe trip at night results in student's death and survivor facing charges

Charges Filed Against Canoe Trip Survivor The only survivor of a tragic late-night canoeing accident in Connecticut is facing criminal charges. This follows an incident that, unfortunately, resulted in the death of a 20-year-old college student. Michael Collins, 20, from Mineola, New York, has been arrested by Connecticut Environmental Police for allegedly driving under the […]

Florida Judge Releases Plane Hijacker Facing Deportation

Florida Judge Releases Plane Hijacker Facing Deportation

A district judge in Florida, appointed by Clinton, has ruled that Michael Guerra Morales, an undocumented immigrant involved in a 2003 plane hijacking, should be released immediately, allowing him onto U.S. streets. Guerra Morales remained in ICE custody while awaiting deportation until his release in December after serving a 22-year prison sentence. In December 2003, […]