57 illegal immigrants detained in major New York worksite raid; 5 accused of reentry after deportation

As noncitizens face an increased risk of deportation from the United States, many immigrants are being targeted by scammers who pretend to be lawyers without providing any services. The number of immigration-related scams in New York City increased by 27 percent last year, highlighting the vulnerability of immigrant communities amid heightened enforcement actions.

A man opened fire inside the Baldwin Park home of his estranged wife's family, killing two individuals and critically injuring a 10-year-old girl. Following the incident, he fled to Anaheim, where he took his own life, according to authorities. This tragic event has raised concerns about domestic violence and its devastating impacts on families.

Authorities have arrested a Mexican man who illegally entered the U.S. five times after he was convicted of child abduction in Illinois. This case underscores the risks associated with repeat border crossers and the implications of sanctuary city policies. The man’s repeated illegal entries raise concerns about border security and the effectiveness of current immigration laws.

A man set a woman on fire on a Chicago L train, resulting in her being hospitalized in critical condition, according to authorities. The incident occurred when the man doused the woman with a flammable liquid before igniting it and fleeing the scene. Police are currently investigating the attack and searching for the suspect.

Two men were arrested in Thailand after authorities found 81 monkeys and methamphetamine near the Cambodia border. This incident is part of a suspected wildlife trafficking operation, highlighting ongoing issues related to illegal wildlife trade and drug smuggling in the region.

New York's high gas and electric costs are becoming a significant issue in the state comptroller race. Democratic candidate Raj Goyle has introduced an 'Energy Fairness and Ratepayer Accountability' plan, proposing that the comptroller directly audit utilities and the Public Service Commission to protect ratepayers from rising costs.

The New York Board of Regents has mandated the inclusion of a new climate science curriculum in high schools, despite ongoing concerns about students' proficiency in reading and math. Each year, many students graduate with inadequate skills in these fundamental subjects, raising questions about the educational priorities of the state. Critics argue that the focus on climate science may divert attention from addressing these basic educational deficiencies.