New Oklahoma curriculum includes pro-Trump conspiracy theories

Donovan Elliot, 61, admitted to distributing large quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl-laced heroin, with sentencing scheduled for September in New Jersey. A Queens Village, New York, man pleaded guilty in federal court in Newark to drug trafficking charges involving multiple kilograms of methamphetamine, fentanyl, and fentanyl-laced heroin, federal prosecutors announced.

Since the spring of 2021, 60,000 U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) – 1,507 in Pennsylvania – have been available for persons in desperate need of housing. Now, that short-lived program is coming to an end.

This article was originally published on DadisFIRE. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this. Some jobs don’t just take your time, they drain your energy, patience, and eventually, your relationships. A long shift might pay the bills, but it can also chip away at your marriage in ways that don’t show up on a paycheck.

For Rae Vermeal, the experience of one Pima County senior illustrates the complexity of the housing struggle for older people in the region. The woman owns her home and gets $967 through Social Security.

Storm Prediction Center Raises Risk Levels to Moderate Risk For Arkansas North Texas Oklahoma Missouri & Kansas Along With Elevated Tornado & Large Hail Risk Monday May 19, 2025.

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Within the past few days, the US State Department has issued urgent travel advisories to US residents about a Mexican destination that is popular with US tourists: Los Cabos / Cabo San Lucas/La Paz in Baja California Sur, Mexico.

Lawyers for Jonah Bevin, the adopted son of former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin, have filed a sharply worded reply to claims Matt Bevin filed under seal April 25 in which he responds to “certain assertions” made by his estranged son.

A new warning from Brazilian pulp exporter Suzano SA has raised concerns about the potential for toilet paper shortages and price hikes in the United States. While store shelves currently remain well stocked, the company reports that ongoing supply chain disruptions and new U.S. tariffs are already affecting shipments.

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — A former executive at a Newport Beach company specializing in classic car acquisitions has been arrested on federal charges for allegedly embezzling $7 million while living in the U.S. illegally, authorities said.

Mexican Cartels are out more than $91 million in expected profits after US Federal Agents seized several huge shipments of methamphetamines from smugglers caught attempting to bring them across the border into Texas last month.

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In fewer than 100 days, the Trump administration has promoted drilling, mining and development of public lands while undercutting the science, scientists and laws that protect the environmental fabric of the West, conservationists say. The president maintains he is pursuing his agenda in the name of national security and a better life for Americans.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared that Cherry, a petite one-year-old, weighing just 12 pounds, is still looking for her forever family. This small dog has already overcome significant challenges on her journey to finding a forever home. "Cherry is as sweet as her name- and after a rough start, she's ready for the good life," shares the local rescue organization. Her story began on the streets of rural Texas, where she was discovered wandering while heavily pregnant. Thanks to the compassion of a foster family, Cherry found safe harbor during her most vulnerable time, successfully raising her puppies, who have all since found their forever homes.

Kentucky’s forests, traditionally valued for their timber and recreation, could soon become a source of sweet economic opportunity, according to a new study conducted by researchers at the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania was meeting last week with representatives from a teachers union in his home state when things quickly devolved.

The Social Security Administration is backing off a plan it announced in March to withhold 100% of many beneficiaries’ monthly payments to claw back money the government had allegedly overpaid them.

President Trump’s budget proposal “is bad for the work to end homelessness,” according to Ann Oliva, chief executive officer of the National Alliance to End Homelessness. “From zeroing out the Continuum of Care and (Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS) programs in favor of an inadequate Emergency Solutions Grants increase, to eliminating the Community Development Block Grant and HOME programs, to major changes and cuts in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’s rental assistance programs, to cuts in other critical supports — this budget would (if passed) be disastrous for already-marginalized people, especially those experiencing homelessness and housing instability.”

Federal authorities have taken down what they call "one of the largest and most dangerous drug trafficking organizations in U.S. history." The operation targeted the Sinaloa Cartel through the seizure of a record-breaking 400 Kilograms of Fentanyl - the largest in the history of the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) - which was the lead agency in the multi-state effort.

FARMINGDALE, NJ — A former Farmingdale, New Jersey resident has been sentenced to 192 months (16 years) in federal prison for orchestrating a multi-million-dollar fraud scheme that exploited federal pandemic relief programs intended to support struggling small businesses, according to U.S. Attorney Alina Habba.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Dutch, a gentle dog whose story touches hearts and shows the resilience of rescue dogs. Despite a challenging past marked by abandonment, Dutch has maintained an unwavering spirit and gentle demeanor. "This sweet, pajama-wearing gentleman was abandoned by the only family he'd ever known, left outside to starve when they no longer wanted him," shares the local nonprofit rescue, highlighting the unfortunate circumstances that brought Dutch into their care. Yet, what makes Dutch's story remarkable is not the hardship he endured, but rather his continued capacity for love and trust despite all he has been through.

Two more men who entered the US illegally have been arrested in recent days for murders committed in the countries from which they fled. On May 6, 2025, in Dana Point, California, US Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Special Agents took a Salvadoran man into custody on an INTERPOL warrant seeking his arrest for a double murder committed in his homeland. ICE says the man was also a member of the violent MS-13 gang.

The future of a Wyoming-focused science team that helped understand and popularize the phenomenon of wildlife migration is uncertain after a series of moves by the Trump administration’s U.S. Geological Survey to hollow out or even end its 43 cooperative research units.

MOORESTOWN, NJ - A Moorestown resident has been sentenced to 45 months in federal prison following her conviction on multiple counts related to a forced labor scheme involving two women whom she coerced into domestic servitude and childcare under threat and abuse.

Mexican Cartel drones were detected crossing the border into Texas 1,216 times between April 2024 and April 2025 by sensors installed by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Even more alarming, DPS Texas Rangers Captain Troy Wilson told a US Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, the drone-detection network Texas has in place covers just 14% of its 1,254-mile border with Mexico. So the actual number of cartel drone incursions is likely much higher than they know.

It seems like a question that wouldn’t be that hard to answer: How many homeless families are in Denver?. Mayor Mike Johnston said during the mayor-council meeting Tuesday in response to that question by council member Flor Alvidrez, “We don’t right now have any reports of families on the street. We’re watching that very closely.”

The Elk Mountain ranch owner at the center of Wyoming’s closely watched corner crossing case is preparing an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court, new filings show. Lawyers for Fred Eshelman asked the nation’s highest court Wednesday for a 30-day extension to file a petition seeking Supreme Court review of the case. At stake, they wrote, is “one of the broadest abrogations of private property rights in American history.”

Several graduation ceremonies occurred in Richmond, Virginia on Saturday, May 10, 2025. However, the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) commencement ceremony will be different from the others.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared that a gentle, eager-to-please dog in their care is still waiting for her forever family to find her after almost two months. This sweet dog named Ava has already overcome so much in her short life, and is hoping she won't have to wait much longer. Ava was rescued from a rural shelter in Central Texas and is estimated to be about five years old. The nonprofit rescue who stepped in to save her explains, “Ava spent her early years being used for breeding and living in a garage. She came from a neglectful situation—shockingly, at the hands of a former police officer—and is now beginning her journey toward healing."

Ahwar Sultan, a second-year graduate student in comparative studies, speaks at a Thursday press conference organized by Students for Justice in Palestine, alongside other Ohio State student organizations. Credit: Sandra Fu | Photo Editor.