Dec 03 Never-before-seen images of Epstein's private island released By Liz Landers “These new images are a disturbing look into the world of Jeffrey Epstein and his island,” Rep. Robert Garcia, Democratic ranking member on the House Oversight Committee, said in a press release. “We are releasing these photos and videos to… Continue reading
Dec 03 5 things to know about the Somali community in Minnesota after Trump's attacks By Steve Karnowski, Associated Press Almost 58% of the Somalis in Minnesota were born in the U.S. Of the foreign-born Somalis in Minnesota, an overwhelming majority –- 87% — are naturalized U.S. citizens. Of the foreign-born population, almost half entered the U.S. in 2010 or… Continue reading
Dec 02 Watch 5:48 News Wrap: ICE plans operation targeting Somali immigrants in Minnesota In our news wrap Tuesday, the Trump administration is preparing an immigration enforcement operation that would primarily target hundreds of undocumented Somali immigrants in Minnesota, Michael Dell pledged a $6.25 billion donation to the Trump administration with the funds designated… Continue watching
Dec 02 Watch 8:21 More 4-year colleges offer 2-year degrees to reach new groups of students By John Yang, Sarah Clune Hartman, Cali Steffenhagen About one in four college students is both first-generation and from low-income backgrounds, making the path to a college degree especially challenging. At Boston College’s Messina College, a new, two-year, fully residential associates degree program, a wide range of support… Continue watching
Dec 02 Watch 5:09 These 5th grade journalists challenge perceptions of their city's schools By Ben Berke, Ocean State Media In Providence, Rhode Island, public schools have long faced scrutiny over low test scores, crumbling buildings and persistent challenges communicating with bilingual families. But one city elementary school is pushing back against that narrative, thanks to a team of young… Continue watching
Dec 02 Lawsuit alleges USA Gymnastics failed to protect athelets from coach's sexual abuse By Ryan J. Foley, Eddie Pells, Associated Press The lawsuits allege the organizations failed to "properly investigate," revoke coaching credentials, report the coach to law enforcement or take other actions to protect athletes. Continue reading
Dec 02 Trump administration says it will withhold SNAP from states led by Democrats if they don't provide recipient data By Geoff Mulvihill, Darlene Superville, Associated Press Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Tuesday that the action is in the works because those states are refusing to provide requested information about the recipients, including their names and immigration status. Continue reading
Dec 02 WATCH: Trump claims tariff revenue will cover tax refunds and eventually eliminate income tax By Associated Press It’s not clear how that would work or if Trump could afford to do so without worsening the national debt, which he claims his tariffs will also cut. Continue reading
Dec 02 Federal authorities plan operation in Minnesota focusing on Somali immigrants, AP source says By Mike Balsamo, Associated Press Minnesota has the largest Somali community in the nation. Many fled the civil war in Somalia and were drawn to the state's welcoming programs. Continue reading
Dec 02 Trump says he's rebuilding Dulles airport, calling it 'terrible' and 'incorrectly designed' By Seung Min Kim, Associated Press President Trump said his administration will embark on a reconstruction of Dulles International Airport in northern Virginia. Continue reading