Protesters demanding a cease-fire in the Israeli war in Gaza blocked a U.S. military supply ship from leaving the Port of Oakland for hours by attaching themselves to the vessel. The ship, Cape Orlando, was reportedly bound for Israel after being loaded with weapons and military equipment in Tacoma, Washington. The protest was organized by [&hellip
Joe Scarborough Criticizes Trump’s ‘J6 Hostages’ Label for Jan. 6 Rioters
– The article discusses Joe Scarborough’s criticism of Donald Trump, particularly for labelling the Jan. 6 rioters as ‘J6 hostages’. – Scarborough, a host on MSNBC, referred to Trump’s actions as ‘pure evil’. – He sharply condemned Trump’s support for the individuals involved in the Jan. 6
DOJ Investigates Abuse Reports at 2 South Carolina Jails
The Justice Department has opened a civil rights investigation into two jails in South Carolina, the Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center and the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center. The investigations were initiated due to reports of violent and unhealthy living conditions, abuse of inmates by guards, failure to treat mentally ill prisoners, and the dea
Healthcare Champion Ady Barkan Dies at 39
– Activist Ady Barkan, who campaigned for Medicare for all while battling A.L.S., has passed away at age 39. Diagnosed in 2016, Barkan dedicated the remainder of his life to transforming the American health care system, testifying before Congress, interviewing Democratic presidential candidates, and speaking at the Democratic National Convent
House Vote Spares George Santos from Expulsion
House lawmakers voted against the expulsion of Rep. George Santos (R., N.Y.), who has been accused of making a series of bold fabrications while running for office and is facing federal fraud charges related to his 2022 campaign. The vote tally was 179 in favor of expulsion and 213 against, falling short of the required […]
Alarming US Infant Mortality Rate Surge, Highest in 20 Years
– The US infant mortality rate increased by 3% in 2022, marking the largest increase in two decades, with significant rise in death rates among white and Native American infants, infant boys, and babies born at 37 weeks or earlier. Maternal complications and bacterial meningitis were two leading causes of the increase. – Despite a [&hel
Man’s Body Discovered in Suitcase at Lake Merritt, Locals React
Human remains were found in a suitcase in Lake Merritt on Tuesday morning as confirmed by the Oakland Fire Department. The discovery was made by volunteers cleaning the lake who subsequently called 911. The suitcase containing the body was found near the edge of Lake Merritt near Lakeshore and Hanover Avenues. The man, appearing to […]
Halloween Forecast: Chilly in D.C. Area, Warmer by Weekend
A freeze watch is in effect in Washington for late Wednesday night into Thursday morning, with lows potentially dipping into the upper 20s in the outer suburbs. The colder weather is due to a dramatic cold front sweeping the nation. The weather for Halloween is predicted to be partly sunny with cooler air mass, with […]
Matthew Perry’s Body Discovered Shortly After Entering Water
Matthew Perry was found dead from apparent drowning in his hot tub. His body was not waterlogged, suggesting he had not been in the water for long. Perry was alone when he died and had returned from playing pickleball earlier in the day at Riviera Country Club. His assistant found him unresponsive in the jacuzzi […]