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The Latest: Board votes to close Kennedy Center amid financial woes and name dispute

The Latest: Board votes to close Kennedy Center amid financial woes and name dispute

The Kennedy Center board has voted to close most of the iconic performing arts venue just hours after a federal judge blocked the institution from returning President Donald Trump’s name to the building
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NY ranks sixth nationwide for estimated Trump tariff costs, report finds

NY ranks sixth nationwide for estimated Trump tariff costs, report finds

A National Taxpayers Union Foundation report estimates New York's cost from tariffs imposed through presidential executive action at $15 billion since January 2025.
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Wilmington Police Department Terminates Flock Safety Contract Amid Privacy Concerns

Wilmington Police Department Terminates Flock Safety Contract Amid Privacy Concerns

The Wilmington Police Department has announced the termination of its contract with Flock Safety, a company providing automatic license plate reading (ALPR) cameras. This decision comes in response to growing privacy concerns expressed by the community regarding the use of such surveillance technology. The department currently operates two cameras, one installed in March 2023 at Middlesex Avenue and Federal Street, and another in June 2024 on Main Street at Bridge Lane. Both cameras are slated for removal as soon as possible. The police department stated that while ALPR cameras have been instrumental in investigations, community privacy concerns and questions about Flock Safety's data usage now outweigh the continued deployment of the equipment. The department anticipates receiving a $2,500 refund due to the early termination of the contract, which was originally set to expire on February 27, 2027. Wilmington joins at least 31 other Massachusetts municipalities that have either canceled or paused their use...
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Pegasystems Details Biometric Data Collection and Retention Policies for U.S. Employees and Applicants

Pegasystems Details Biometric Data Collection and Retention Policies for U.S. Employees and Applicants

Pegasystems Details Biometric Data Collection and Retention Policies for U.S. Employees and Applicants
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How much are Trump's tariffs costing New York? See the estimate

How much are Trump's tariffs costing New York? See the estimate

A new analysis estimates New York has incurred $15 billion in costs from tariffs imposed through presidential executive action since January 2025.
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Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power

Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power

An increasing number of Democratic leaders have begun to push back against their party’s unflinching support for the transgender community this midterm season
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Should Ryan Day have let Texas score? Tell us

Should Ryan Day have let Texas score? Tell us

What do you think Ryan Day should have done at the end of the Ohio State-Texas game?
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High school football rankings shift in latest USA TODAY Sports Super 25

High school football rankings shift in latest USA TODAY Sports Super 25

Allen and Mater Dei surge in the latest Super 25 high school football rankings after key wins shake up the top 10.
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Teen's death sparks warning over opioid stronger than fentanyl

Teen's death sparks warning over opioid stronger than fentanyl

The synthetic opioid, cychlorphine, has been linked to an increasing number of deadly overdoses.
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Rep. Pat Fallon Discusses Houthi Activities, U.S. AI Race, and FISA Renewal on Fox News

Rep. Pat Fallon Discusses Houthi Activities, U.S. AI Race, and FISA Renewal on Fox News

Rep. Pat Fallon, a Republican from Texas, recently appeared on Fox News's 'The Big Weekend Show' to address several pressing national and international issues. During his appearance, Fallon discussed the Iran-backed Houthis' seizure of ground in Yemen, highlighting the ongoing conflict and its implications. He also touched upon the United States' competition with China in the field of artificial intelligence, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a lead in technological advancements. A significant point of discussion was Congress's failure to renew the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), a critical piece of legislation concerning national security. Fallon's comments underscore the multifaceted challenges currently facing U.S. foreign policy and domestic security frameworks. His remarks provide insight into the Republican perspective on these complex issues, particularly concerning the balance between national security and civil liberties in the context of surveillance laws.
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Ohio State coach Ryan Day speaks to media before Kent State. Watch here

Ohio State coach Ryan Day speaks to media before Kent State. Watch here

Ryan Day addresses the media ahead of the Buckeyes' upcoming home game against Kent State.
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Reps. Massie and Burlison Introduce 'Flock-Off Act' to Ban Federal Funding for ALPRs Amidst Growing Surveillance Concerns

Reps. Massie and Burlison Introduce 'Flock-Off Act' to Ban Federal Funding for ALPRs Amidst Growing Surveillance Concerns

Republican Representatives Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Eric Burlison of Missouri have introduced the 'Flock-Off Act' in Congress. This proposed legislation aims to prohibit the use of federal funds for the purchase or operation of automated license plate readers (ALPRs). Furthermore, it mandates that any existing ALPR systems funded by federal money must be shut down within 180 days of the act's passage. The move comes amidst increasing bipartisan concern over the widespread deployment of ALPR technology, particularly systems from companies like Flock Safety, which critics argue facilitate warrantless mass surveillance. Lawmakers and civil liberties advocates contend that these AI-powered cameras, which scan and record vehicle license plates, infringe upon fundamental privacy rights by creating a comprehensive tracking network of American drivers. This federal initiative mirrors actions taken at the state level, where officials in Texas and Florida have moved to restrict or remove ALPRs, and numerous loc...