Impeachment Committee 'Nearing Completion' of Cuomo Probe, Invites Him to Submit Evidence
The New York State Assembly's Judiciary Committee sent a letter to Andrew Cuomo's legal team saying the Assembly will soon consider filing articles of impeachment.
Gov. Pritzker Announces Statewide Mask Mandate for Illinois Schools
“All P-12 schools and daycares in Illinois must follow the CDC guidance of universal masking inside, regardless of vaccine status," Pritzker said.
Video Emerges of NBA Player Being Tased During Arrest; Investigation Launched
The former University of Texas standout alleged "he could not breathe, that there was a constraint or restriction on his neck," according to LAPD Chief Michel Moore.
NYC Police Commissioner Says 'No Active Investigation' Into Cuomo Harassment Claims
“We watched the news yesterday as everyone did," Commissioner Dermot Shea said. "I saw the attorney general's remarks. But beyond that, that's our involvement."
Chris Cuomo's In-Laws Back Gubernatorial Campaign of GOP Challenger to Brother
Rainer and Regina Greeven, the in-laws of the governor's brother, CNN anchor Chris Cuomo, were both recenlty seen at a fundraiser for GOP challenger Lee Zeldin.
Biden Extends Trump's Policy of Expelling Migrants, Cites Delta Variant
The CDC said the migration of non-citizens, "regardless of country of origin," creates a "serious danger" of the further introduction of COVID-19 into the U.S.
Enough People Crossed the Border in 2021 to Create the 10th-Largest City in the U.S.
Roughly 210,000 people were encountered at the U.S.-Mexico border in July, according to preliminary data, raising the total number in 2021 to over 1,111,000.
Gov. Murphy Orders Vaccine Requirements for New Jersey's Frontline Health Care Workers
“We are taking this step today because it has been proven time and time again that vaccines save lives and are our way out of this pandemic," Governor Phil Murphy said in a statement.
SoulCycle, Equinox to Require Proof of Vaccination Before Entry
The effort will start in New York City this September, after Gov. Andrew Cuomo's call that private companies require proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.
FBI Used Photos of Female Staff Members Without Written Consent in Predator Stings: Report
The agent in question allegedly "engaged in an inappropriate relationship" with female support staff by using their photos to pose as "minor children or sex workers" while "fishing" for sexual predators on social media websites.
DOJ Calls On IRS to Release Donald Trump's Tax Returns to Congress
This move comes a year after the Supreme Court stated his accountants had to share the tax returns and other financial records with Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr.
US Gives 100K Haitians Protected Status After Killing of President Moise, Political Unrest
The designation allows Haitians in the U.S. to legally live and work in the U.S. for a set period of time. The decision comes amid political unrest in Haiti.
Uber Joins Facebook, Google Requiring Employees Returning to Offices to Be Vaccinated
The rideshare company plans on returning employees to offices in October, but they must be fully vaccinated.
John Haubert Resigns From Aurora Police Force After Pistol-Whipping Captured On Body Cam
Charges are attempted first-degree assault, second-degree assault, felony menacing, official oppression and first-degree official misconduct.
L.A. Fire Department Accused of Racial Bias by Black, Latino Firefighters Calling for Probe
An investigation published by the Los Angeles Times reported that a Chief Ralph Terrazas was informed Chief Deputy Fred Mathis appeared under the influence of alcohol or drugs while members of the department were battling a fire in Palisades.
Nikola Founder Trevor Milton Charged With Securities Fraud, Making Misleading Statements
Despite knowing the prototype of the Nikola One was inoperable, Milton said the semi-truck was "fully-functioning.”
Krysten Sinema Backs Goals of Infrastructure Deal, Doesn't Support $3.5 Trillion Cost
“After reviewing the Senate Budget Committee's outline, I have told Senate leadership and President Biden that I support many of the goals in this proposal," Sinema said.
Eye Scan Could Determine Which COVID Patients Could Struggle With Symptoms
With the eye scan, doctors can identify increased nerve fiber loss and increased immune cells which they say appears in individuals suffering from long COVID.
Chicago Mayor Dismisses 'Spreader' Concerns on Lollapalooza Amid CDC Guidance, Delta Rise
“The Lolla folks have a good, solid plan," Mayor Lori Lightfoot said. "We're obviously going to hold them accountable to make sure that the plan is enforced.”
'You're Killing Me:' Two Colorado Police Officers Arrested After Beating Unarmed Black Man
Two Colorado Police officers were arrested following the beating of Kyle Vinson. The incident took place near where Elijah McClain died in 2019.