Senate to investigate groups founded by Stacey Abrams

Disclosure: State of Alabama-based writer. This article is a work from cited sources for informational purposes and is used with permission. No affiliate links are included. During a March 20, 2025, appearance on the All-On Podcast, President Trump's Department of Commerce appointee Howard Lutnick said he believes fraud is possibly happening within the Social Security Administration's disability program.

Gino Palazzolo is speaking out amid claims that he was “already with” another woman after filming Season 2 of 90 Day: The Last Resort. As Monsters and Critics reported, Jasmine Pineda accused her estranged husband of dating a woman named Nathalie from Las Vegas “by the time” they got back from filming The Last Resort.

The San Carlos Apache tribe wants state leaders to launch an investigation and implement stricter regulations for state-licensed residential group homes that serve children after a tribal teen ran away from a facility in January and was brutally murdered.

The number of international students at Arizona State University who have had their visas revoked is now at least 50, according to an attorney representing the students. Last week, Arizona Luminaria reported on eight students at ASU who had their visas revoked. That number has increased quickly, with at least three students facing some time in immigration detention, according to Senior Attorney Ami Hutchinson, with Green Evans-Schroeder, the Tucson-based law firm representing the students. She said students she’s spoken to are confused.

Florida's real estate market is taking a slow dive here in South Fort Myers. My wife and I bought our 3-bed townhome near Gulf Coast University for 400k in 2020. Now identical homes in our complex are listing for 320-$360k - some have been on the market over six months with zero offers.

In April 1942, World War 2 arrived dramatically on Georgia's shores. As residents of St. Simons Island slept peacefully, a German submarine hunting the darkened coastline attacked and sank a passing oil tanker, the first of three ships it would sink during that fateful day.

Denver’s homeless hotels and clogged traffic on Pena Boulevard dominated the public comment period Monday during the City Council meeting. Homeless advocate Ana Miller told the council the conditions at the former Best Western homeless hotel on Quebec, one of many such hotels owned by the city, are “Absolutely grotesque … worse than most poorly run prisons ....(I’m) tired of hearing things are fixed. When you’re done using (a hotel) it will need to be completely gutted for habitation again. I want the council to look into these conditions and do something about it. Push for better oversight of how they’re running their shelters.”

On Martha's Vineyard, a resilient French Bulldog named Felecia, or "Fifi," is hoping to find her permanent home through Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts. After being rescued from a breeding operation in Texas, this 24-pound French Bulldog is continuing her journey toward a better life while waiting for the right forever family. Discovered on the streets of Texas where she was previously used for breeding, she is now thriving in her foster home. "Despite her past, Fifi is incredibly affectionate and snuggly," reports Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., highlighting her remarkable ability to overcome her challenging history.

Some graduate students at the University of Kentucky have had their visas revoked, President Eli Capilouto said in a campus-wide message Friday afternoon. In his message, Capilouto wrote that the Department of Homeland Security notified UK that the department was revoking some F-1 student visas. The president didn’t specify the number of students affected but said it was a “small number.”

University spokesperson Ben Johnson confirmed at least five international Ohio State students had their F-1 visas revoked as of Friday afternoon. Credit: Lantern File Photo. At least five international Ohio State students had their F-1 visas revoked as of Friday afternoon, the university confirmed.

California lawmakers have passed Senate Bill 1144 aimed at cracking down on the sale of irregular merchandise through online marketplaces. SB 1144 will take effect on July 1, 2025. The measure strengthens existing legislation by requiring increased transparency and accountability from sellers and marketplace platforms.

The Kentucky Court of Appeals unanimously has upheld a lower court order that cleared former Democratic Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes of ethics violation charges. In a 17-page order issued Friday upholding an April 29, 2024 decision by Franklin Circuit Judge Phillip Shepherd, the three-member appellate court said the Executive Branch Ethics Commission missed its statutory deadline to charge Grimes with improperly ordering the downloading and distribution of voter registration data from her public office while she was Kentucky’s secretary of state.

U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell introduced The Protecting American Farmlands Act, legislation that reduces the tax burden on selling farmland, encouraging farmers to keep their land in agricultural production and curbing the loss of farmland across the country.

U.S Senator Rand Paul this week introduced the Nutritious SNAP Act of 2025 to restore personal responsibility and state flexibility to the federal food assistance program. The purpose of the bill is to confront an uncomfortable truth: while the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was created to fight hunger, it is now fueling a new public health crisis — obesity and chronic disease — by subsidizing the purchase of junk food with taxpayer dollars.

CALIFORNIA – California federal judge William H. Alsup, ordered, March 13, the Trump Administration to reinstate thousands of employees who were recently mass-fired. Alsup ordered immediate reinstatement of terminated probationary employees of the Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Interior, Energy, Defense, and Treasury departments. These agencies must also cease termination of probationary employees, effective immediately.

I have written before about the residents who bang on the walls at Fusion Studios, the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless property where I live. It often goes on day and night.

Republican Randy Fine is headed to Washington, D.C., to represent Florida’s 6th Congressional District. The district includes parts of six counties, including St. Johns, Flagler and Putnam.

A young dog named Dumpling is currently seeking her forever home through Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts. This adorable approximately two-year-old dog, while initially shy, has shown herself to be a loving and devoted companion once she builds trust with her caregivers. She has a playful spirit, demonstrating a particular fondness for her toys, and cherishes moments of affection, especially enjoying cuddles and being held. Her gentle disposition is further evidenced by her excellent behavior during car rides and while walking on a leash.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable and sweet puppy named Timon. At just 3 months old, this large-breed puppy has already captured hearts with his sweet disposition and engaging personality. Timon has proven to be a wonderful foster companion, showing remarkable respect. “He's been nothing but respectful to his foster fur-brother & sister and simply enjoys being in their company,” explains the nonprofit rescue.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, has recently shared that they’re working on finding the perfect home for Rocky, a three-year-old Pomsky with untapped potential. Rocky's story highlights the importance of proper dog training and structure. His previous owners, while well-intentioned, failed to provide the necessary training and boundaries essential for his development. "They saw a cute, fluffy dog and assumed love alone would be enough—it wasn’t," explains the nonprofit rescue. This oversight led to behavioral issues, including resource guarding with high-value items and documented bite incidents. Through professional training and dedicated support, Rocky is transforming from a misunderstood companion to a promising partner for the right owner.

A recent study finds that people under the age of 50 who smoke heavily have a higher risk of experiencing an unexplained stroke. The study, published in Neurology , found that this was particularly true in men and people in the 45-49-year-old age group.

Jonah Bevin, the adopted son of former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin and his wife, Glenna, has filed a legal action asking to intervene in their pending divorce case, which the couple told the court this week they are ready to settle .

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a happy little dog named McFlurry who is searching for her forever family. This petite possible Maltese mix, rescued from a rural shelter in central Texas, has already proven herself to be an adaptable and charming companion in her foster home.

CALIFORNIA – A new report published by the Commonwealth Fund, on March 25, found that federal Medicaid and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) cuts could result in 140,000 million jobs lost in California and the state’s GDP falling by $17 billion in 2026.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a Massachusetts-based foster dog rescue organization, recently introduced a charming 6-year-old Poodle mix named Dahli who is seeking his forever home. This petite pup, weighing just 12 pounds, is proving that great things come in small packages. “He’s a playful, sweet guy who loves cuddles, toys, and treats,” explains the nonprofit rescue. “Basically, if it involves fun, he’s all in!”

Management at Fusion Studios, the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless community where I live, is making the rules very clear. I have written at length about the chaos at Fusion, from noise to violence. Management has been taking steps in recent weeks to improve living conditions at Fusion, and I am incredibly grateful.

This is NOT a hypothetical question. I’ve paid into Medicare and Social Security for over a decade—no gaps, no excuses. If lawmakers slash these programs, where does MY MONEY go? The system isn’t a piggy bank for Wall Street. ​My contributions were supposed to secure my future—not fund stock market bonuses.

Members of the Budget and Policy Committee of the Denver City Council on Monday expressed concerns about strengthening scrap yard rules to prevent theft, but said such measures are needed.

Several migrants from Venezuela virtually attended the Denver City Council meeting on Monday and spoke during public comment period about living on the streets. They said they are living out of their cars or even sleeping on the pavement because no shelter space is available in Denver. Speaking through an interpreter, Henry Alvarez said in Spanish that he arrived in Denver Jan. 4 with his wife of 22 years and three children. He said they had been staying in a cold weather hotel shelter, but that has ended now that temperatures have risen.

The City of Aurora’s plan to create a “work first” and a “treatment first” program at the city’s homeless navigation center doesn’t qualify for federal funding, council member Francois Bergan said Monday during the City Council meeting.