Four people, including NYPD Officer Didarul Islam and Blackstone executive Wesley LePatner, were killed in the deadliest NYC shooting in 25 years after gunman Shane Tamura opened fire at a Park Avenue skyscraper before taking his own life. Investigators say Tamura, who left a suicide note alleging CTE and grievances against the NFL, intended to target the league’s headquarters but took the wrong elevator.

Regal Cinemas is celebrating the magic of Harry Potter with a “Back to Hogwarts” event that includes a sweepstakes for fans to win an exclusive Hogwarts trunk filled with themed merchandise. The promotion, which began July 1, will run through October 1, and coincides with the return of all eight Harry Potter films to theaters from August 23 to 31 for $9.75 per ticket.

The political, legal, and moral battles over the Jeffrey Epstein files have intensified after a Wall Street Journal report revealed that Attorney General Pam Bondi and her deputy, Todd Blanche, informed President Donald Trump in May that his name appears multiple times in the Justice Department’s Epstein-related records. While being named in these files does not constitute evidence of wrongdoing, the revelation has heightened public pressure on both the Trump administration a

Congress’ decision to eliminate federal funding for public broadcasting has sparked concern across Northeast Ohio, where PBS and NPR stations play a key role in providing educational content, local news, and emergency alerts. In July 2025, lawmakers approved a rescissions package that cut $1.1 billion from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), effectively terminating federal grants for PBS and NPR. The move follows Executive Order 14290, signed by President Trump on

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released a previously classified House Intelligence Committee report Wednesday, reigniting controversy over the Obama administration’s handling of Russian interference in the 2016 election. The report, originally drafted in 2017 by Republicans on the committee, questioned the intelligence community’s conclusion that Russian President Vladimir Putin favored Donald J. Trump over Hillary Clinton.

Legendary music icon Ozzy Osbourne died on the morning of July 22, 2025, at his country estate in Welders, Buckinghamshire, U.K., according to a statement from his family confirming he was “surrounded by love” at the time. The announcement was signed by his wife, Sharon Osbourne, and their children, who emphasized that Ozzy’s passing came with his family by his side.

The Trump administration has released more than 230,000 pages of files related to the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., making them available online for the first time in one centralized and digitized collection. The release, announced July 21, 2025, by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, follows Executive Order 14176, which was signed by former President Donald Trump on January 23 to declassify records tied to the assassinations of John F. Kennedy, Ro

Pressed further, Bondi was asked if she might be fired over her handling of the Epstein investigation or if there was any tension with Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino. She dismissed those questions, saying, “I’m gonna be here for as long as the president wants me here,” and refused to discuss personnel issues or pending investigations. Her office continued to emphasize that the event was focused on fentanyl-related fatalities, not Epstein.

Tuesday evening, futuristic nostalgia and hometown pride converged at the Phoenix Theater as Cleveland and Superman fans gathered for an advance screening of Superman, set to hit theaters Friday, July 11. The Dolby Encore sound system makes you feel like you are flying with Superman. The film opened with sweeping shots of Cleveland landmarks and featured action-packed scenes that captivated family audiences.

The Snack Wrap originally debuted in the U.S. in 2006 as a convenient, drive‑thru snack. It offered grilled or crispy chicken and various sauces, including ranch, honey mustard and salsa roja. By 2016, McDonald’s removed it from most kitchens due to low sales and prep complexity; some franchises continued offering it until simplifying operations during the pandemic era.

WASHINGTON DC — The U.S. Department of Education announced on July 9 that interest will resume accruing on federal student loans enrolled...

According to the memo, federal investigators found no additional third parties implicated in criminal behavior beyond what has already been publicly acknowledged. The DOJ memo emphasized that all undisclosed records are sealed solely to protect the identities and privacy of Epstein's victims, who number over 1,000. The document reaffirms the official conclusion that Epstein died by suicide in his Manhattan jail cell on August 10, 2019.

The policy change is part of a broader Department of Homeland Security initiative aimed at improving passenger experience without compromising security. “We expect this change will drastically decrease passenger wait times at our TSA checkpoints, leading to a more pleasant and efficient passenger experience,” Noem said in a national press release. “Thanks to our cutting-edge technological advancements and multi-layered security approach, we are confident we can implement this

Despite the claim’s growing popularity, no statements have been issued by the Department of Defense, U.S. Cyber Command, or any branch of the military confirming that such an event took place. There have also been no reports or alerts from cybersecurity agencies, including those that monitor critical infrastructure and defense systems, which would typically investigate and address such significant breaches.

Organizers cite several actions by former President Trump and his administration as evidence of an authoritarian tilt. They refer to Trump’s April 14 remarks suggesting U.S. citizens could be sent to CECOT, his May 4 statement expressing uncertainty about upholding the Constitution, and Stephen Miller’s May 9 assertion that the administration was “actively looking at” suspending habeas corpus for all U.S. residents.

A default, economists warn, would be financially catastrophic. It would trigger soaring interest rates on mortgages, credit cards, and student loans, decimate stock markets, and cause major disruptions in essential federal services. Millions of government employees and military members could face furloughs or unpaid work, while recipients of Social Security, veterans benefits, and other federal programs may see their payments halted.

In the first decision, the Court’s six conservative justices lifted a lower court’s injunction that had prevented DOGE personnel from accessing detailed Social Security Administration records. The injunction had been issued by a federal judge in Maryland in April, following lawsuits by civil rights and privacy groups who argued DOGE’s data collection methods were invasive and unlawful.

President Donald Trump has formally requested that Congress rescind $9.4 billion in previously approved federal spending, targeting funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid programs. The proposal, submitted on June 3, 2025, by White House budget director Russell Vought, seeks to legalize cuts initiated by the Department of Government Efficiency.

McDonald's confirmed Tuesday that its once-discontinued Snack Wrap will return to U.S. menus starting July 10, marking the end of a n

While the tax provisions grant temporary relief, the bill offsets its cost through deep cuts to major social programs. Medicaid faces projected reductions of $700 billion, including the implementation of work requirements for able-bodied adults under 65 and a $1 million cap on home equity eligibility for long-term care. SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) is set to lose $300 billion over ten years, a shift expected to disproportionately affect low-income househol