A student dies during stabbing at North Carolina high school

A North Carolina lawmaker has accused school officials of violating a parental rights bill during a heated hearing focused on the inclusion of LGBTQ books in schools. This confrontation reflects ongoing tensions between GOP lawmakers and educational institutions regarding parental control over educational content.

A recent report indicates that the U.S. government's statistical system is facing significant challenges due to staff layoffs, reduced funding, and political interference, resulting in a loss of numerous government statisticians. This situation raises concerns about the reliability and accuracy of critical data.

The House is preparing for a final vote on a comprehensive defense bill that allocates $900 billion for military programs, which includes provisions to increase troop pay and reform weapons procurement processes.

A Mississippi man, who was sentenced to 15 years in prison for a drug conviction, is set to be released after serving over 10 years due to the illegal nature of his sentence, following clemency granted by the state's governor.

U.S. job openings showed minimal change in October, totaling just below 7.7 million, reflecting ongoing uncertainty regarding the trajectory of the American economy.

A man in North Carolina claims he was held down and beaten by members of a religious group and is now seeking the removal of the prosecutor from his case after a prolonged wait for a retrial. This situation highlights ongoing concerns regarding the handling of cases involving allegations of violence by religious organizations.

As the 2026 midterm elections approach, a significant number of congressional lawmakers, totaling 47, have announced they will not seek reelection. This includes 20 Democrats and 27 Republicans, reflecting a mix of retirements and shifts towards other political opportunities.