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Dolton, Illinois Mayor Tiffany Henyard faces a new lawsuit filed by former Maintenance Manager Dwayne Thrash, alleging wrongful termination. Thrash claims he was fired for not assisting Henyard and her assistant, Keith Freeman, in firing another employee. According to the lawsuit, Henyard has a history of terminating employees who oppose her or pose a political threat. Thrash, who was on vacation during the alleged workplace violations, contends his termination was unjust. This lawsuit adds to the ongoing federal investigations into Henyard’s administration, including probes into her spending practices and previous lawsuits for similar issues. The controversy highlights concerns over abuse of power and lack of accountability in local governance. #PoliticalCorruption #Accountability #IllinoisPolitics

Google's decision not to renew its lease at One Market Plaza in San Francisco underscores the city's escalating issues with crime and homelessness. This move is part of a broader trend of tech companies exiting the Bay Area, driven by the city's permissive policies that have worsened these crises. The corporate exodus is leading to increased vacancy rates, falling real estate values, and a shrinking tax base, further deteriorating public services. Business leaders and residents are calling for more stringent measures to address these issues and restore San Francisco's reputation as a tech hub. The rise of alternative tech hubs like Austin, Miami, and Las Vegas highlights the shifting landscape of the tech industry, emphasizing the importance of a favorable business environment and quality of life for employees. #SanFranciscoExodus #CrimeCrisis #TechIndustryShift

Anti-Israel protesters at California State University, Los Angeles, have occupied the Student Services Building, forcing the university to issue a shelter-in-place warning. Protesters, part of an ongoing anti-Israel encampment, reinforced barricades using furniture and office equipment. University employees were trapped inside, and the LAPD has not intervened. Vandalism, including "Free Palestine" slogans, was widespread. The incident has intensified calls for President Eanes to negotiate with the protesters. The situation underscores the escalating tension surrounding campus activism and its impact on university operations and community safety. #CSULAProtests #CampusActivism #FreeSpeechDebate

Welcome to "Unfiltered Access," a unique live stream series where you get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at how we craft our podcasts. Dive into the raw and unedited process of recording multiple episodes, spanning nearly two hours of insightful and engaging content. This series isn't just about giving you early access to upcoming podcasts; it's an interactive experience. As we record, you'll have the opportunity to engage directly with us, ask questions, share your thoughts, and be a part of the podcast-making journey. Whether you're a long-time follower or new to our content, "Unfiltered Access" offers a fresh and intimate perspective on how we transform ideas into polished podcasts. Join us, contribute to our creative process, and be the first to hear our latest episodes before anyone else!

Welcome to "Unfiltered Access," a unique live stream series where you get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at how we craft our podcasts. Dive into the raw and unedited process of recording multiple episodes, spanning nearly two hours of insightful and engaging content. This series isn't just about giving you early access to upcoming podcasts; it's an interactive experience. As we record, you'll have the opportunity to engage directly with us, ask questions, share your thoughts, and be a part of the podcast-making journey. Whether you're a long-time follower or new to our content, "Unfiltered Access" offers a fresh and intimate perspective on how we transform ideas into polished podcasts. Join us, contribute to our creative process, and be the first to hear our latest episodes before anyone else!

Welcome to "Unfiltered Access," a unique live stream series where you get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at how we craft our podcasts. Dive into the raw and unedited process of recording multiple episodes, spanning nearly two hours of insightful and engaging content. This series isn't just about giving you early access to upcoming podcasts; it's an interactive experience. As we record, you'll have the opportunity to engage directly with us, ask questions, share your thoughts, and be a part of the podcast-making journey. Whether you're a long-time follower or new to our content, "Unfiltered Access" offers a fresh and intimate perspective on how we transform ideas into polished podcasts. Join us, contribute to our creative process, and be the first to hear our latest episodes before anyone else!

Welcome to "Unfiltered Access," a unique live stream series where you get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at how we craft our podcasts. Dive into the raw and unedited process of recording multiple episodes, spanning nearly two hours of insightful and engaging content. This series isn't just about giving you early access to upcoming podcasts; it's an interactive experience. As we record, you'll have the opportunity to engage directly with us, ask questions, share your thoughts, and be a part of the podcast-making journey. Whether you're a long-time follower or new to our content, "Unfiltered Access" offers a fresh and intimate perspective on how we transform ideas into polished podcasts. Join us, contribute to our creative process, and be the first to hear our latest episodes before anyone else!

In Eagle Pass, Texas, near the Rio Grande Valley, a significant decrease in illegal crossings has been reported, attributed to Mexico's efforts to slow migrant movement towards the U.S. border. This action is believed to be part of an agreement between President Biden and Mexico's President Manuel Lopez Obrador, aiming to reduce political backlash against Biden's immigration policies. Independent journalist Taylor, from RGB Truth, highlights the transformation of the border area from dense brushland to a more controlled environment, with National Guard presence and concertina wire enhancements. Despite these measures, concerns persist about the effectiveness and humanitarian implications of border management strategies. The piece also touches on broader migration patterns across Central America and the complex dynamics of U.S. immigration policies, reflecting a contentious issue that resonates with many Americans. #takeourborderback #truckerconvoy #eaglepass

The Atlanta Police Department announced the arrests of 23 people following a music festival that turned into a violent protest at the location where Atlanta plans to build a police and fire training facility. On Sunday, around 5:30 p.m., police said a group of violent agitators used the cover of a peaceful protest to create a coordinated attack on construction equipment and police officers at the proposed Atlanta Public Safety Training Center. Atlanta officials stated the group changed into all black, went inside the construction area, and threw large rocks, bricks, Molotov cocktails, and fireworks at law enforcement. “This is not a protest,” APD officials said at a press conference Sunday night. “This wasn’t about a public training center; this was about anarchy.” Authorities said the illegal activity could have resulted in bodily harm; no injuries were reported.

Attorney General Merrick Garland says Mexican drug cartels unleashed the fentanyl crisis on the U.S. "on purpose," and urged the Mexican government to "do more" to combat drug trafficking. Garland made the statement while testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., pressed Garland regarding the opioid epidemic, highlighting that fentanyl is responsible for more deaths than guns and car accidents. "It's a horrible epidemic, but it's an epidemic that's been unleashed on purpose by the Sinaloa and the new generation Jalisco cartels," Garland said.

The Ohio Health Department is launching a clinic in East Palestine on Tuesday to address mounting health concerns among residents after a train derailment prompted Norfolk Southern officials to release and burn a toxic chemical in the area to avoid an explosion. The department said in a news release Sunday that it would open the clinic in partnership with the Columbiana County Health Department and with support from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It said the clinic, which opens at noon, will be available to East Palestine-area residents “who have medical questions or concerns related to the recent train derailment.” The state attorney general's office has indicated it plans to take legal action against Norfolk Southern after a 150-car train carrying hazardous chemicals derailed Feb. 3.

White House officials said Monday that three unidentified flying objects shot down since Friday posed a “very real” threat to civilian air traffic but were not sending out communications signals. John F. Kirby, a spokesman for the National Security Council, also said the military had not yet identified the source of the objects or what their purpose was. And he said there was no indication that Americans on the ground were in danger.

BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse at Jantzen Beach is set to close permanently on Feb. 21 after 26 years in operation, the parent company confirmed last week. The company did not give a reason for the closure in a statement to KGW, saying only that the decision was "by no means an easy one" and encouraged customers to visit other BJ's locations in the area. The company only operates two other Oregon restaurants, according to its website — one in Hillsboro and one in Eugene — although it does also have four restaurants throughout the Puget Sound area in Washington. An internal memo sent to restaurant staff and shared with KGW didn't offer much more specificity, stating only that the closure is expected to be permanent "due to changing business needs" and offering staff a bonus for staying until Feb. 21 and an opportunity to transfer to Hillsboro or another BJ's location.

The Asheville Police Department, which responded to 41 break-ins throughout 2022, has already fielded 11 reports of break-ins in 2023 as of Feb. 1, according to local ABC affiliate WLOS. Chris Faber, whose bar in downtown Asheville was targeted twice last month within a span of a few days, told the outlet that a suspect broke into his establishment and stole about 20 bottles of whiskey and up to $800 in cash. The suspect was then reportedly recorded on surveillance video breaking into a neighboring business and stealing from its cash register.

Seattle Public Health addressed the continuing problem of drug overdoses and deaths in the city and King County as a whole, claiming that racism is one of the reasons for the crisis. The finger-pointing was part of a statement that acknowledged that from 2021 to 2022 there was a 40% increase in overdose deaths, with fentanyl being a key culprit. "The underlying root causes that have resulted in the current overdose crisis are, unfortunately, not ones that will be reversed overnight," Seattle Public Health Communications Specialist Sharon Bogan said in a statement to local KIRO 7. "Structural factors, including lack of economic opportunities, social isolation, structural racism, criminalization of substance use disorders, housing stability, and stigma, are just some of the factors that will require long-term, systematic changes and resources at all levels, from federal to state to local."

A plan to create a designated lot for people living in RVs in Seattle has stalled while officials search for a property owner who is willing to host the program. The King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) awarded a $1.9 million contract to the Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI) last summer with the goal of opening the RV lot as soon as possible. “If we could just find somebody to be a hero and offer us the 30,000 - 40,000 square feet we are looking for, we could make this program happen very quickly," said Jon Grant, the chief strategy officer of LIHI. "This is a program that would come with 24/7 staffing, case management and services - so there really isn’t a huge risk to the property owner." The program would allow between 35 to 40 RVs at a time, and the residents would work with caseworkers to connect with long-term housing options.

The King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) released a draft plan that calls for $25.5 billion over five years to end homeless in King County. They are asking for feedback on the draft, which the public can provide by going to this link. Initially, $8 billion would be used for capital costs and $3.5 billion would be necessary each year for operational costs. Poll after poll shows that homelessness is a top issue in the state of Washington. Gov. Jay Inslee is devoting $4 billion of his proposed 2023-2025 budget to affordable housing. "Fundamentally, this (homelessness issue) has occurred because we have not built the housing, the roofs people need to live under,” Governor Inslee said at a press conference. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell plans to spend $250 million each year for his 2023-2024 budget on affordable housing.

A San Francisco tech executive has branded the downtown area 'dystopian' after she walked past 'hundreds' of homeless people. Michelle Tandler, 37, shared a picture from her Saturday night trip to a bar in the wilting Democrat-run city. She posted the image of a distressing scene that featured a group of homeless men surrounding by trash and graffiti. It comes as cities such as San Francisco, Portland and Philadelphia are being outed for their homeless and drug crisis.

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Police have released the charges for the six people who were arrested Saturday evening in downtown Atlanta, authorities said, during protests that came in response to a proposed police training facility and the fatal police shooting of an activist earlier in the week. They each face four felony charges: domestic terrorism, arson in the first degree, criminal damage in the second degree and interference with government property, according to police. Each of the suspects, who range from 20 to 37 years old, is also facing four misdemeanor charges, including unlawful assembly, police said

The downtown Nike store is shuttering its doors on Friday, marking an end to the storefront’s decadeslong presence in Seattle. “We look forward to serving you at Nike.com,” read a sign posted in the store windows Tuesday. The store at Sixth Avenue and Pike Street has been a downtown staple since it opened in 1996. Even before the store opened as NikeTown, a 1994 Seattle Times article called the retailer a “different kind of store” that promised to revive the downtown street corner. Nike did not respond to a request for comment Tuesday on why the store is closing.

After a weekend of shootings alongside a narcotics bust, multiple assaults, hate crimes, and even a power outage affecting 8,000 residents, many people who call Seattle home are worried about 2023’s violent start. “We had a violent weekend, even by Seattle standards, for what we’ve been seeing over the past two years and the rise in violent crime and shootings and homicides,” Brandi Kruse said on KIRO Newsradio.

Five militants part of a violent far-left occupation in south Atlanta were arrested on Tuesday and charged with domestic terrorism and other felony charges. On Dec. 13, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) launched a raid on the so-called autonomous zone at the site of the future Atlanta Public Safety Training Center. Since June 2021, Antifa and other far-left extremists from across the US have descended on the location to prevent the construction of what they call a "cop city." Responding law enforcement were assaulted with rocks and bottles by militants occupying makeshift treehouses. The GBI says it found explosive devices and gasoline after the rioters were cleared from the area.

Darrell Brooks, the accused Waukesha Parade killer, cross-examined victims of the event in court on Tuesday. It was announced last week that Brooks, who plowed through the city’s Christmas parade in his Ford Escape last year and killed six people, would be representing himself during the trial in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, despite having no legal training.