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schedule August 1, 2026

Lockport Man Arrested in Child Kidnapping Case

Police arrested a Lockport resident following an investigation into kidnapping and battery charges involving a child. Authorities are continuing their probe into the circumstances of the case. Read More

Politics
schedule August 1, 2026

Mike Rogers Predicts Progressive Win Will Help Flip Michigan

Former Rep. Rogers says the Democratic primary’s leftward shift gives Republicans their best chance to flip the Michigan Senate seat he lost in 2024. Two Democrats face off Tuesday, with progressive Abdul El-Sayed leading in polls. Republicans plan to spend $45 million on ads starting in September. Read More

Politics
schedule August 1, 2026

Gingrich Tells GOP to Exploit “Weird” Socialist Values

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich pitched Senate Republicans on attacking Democrats’ leftward shift ahead of November elections. He argues big government socialism is Democrats’ biggest weakness. The strategy memo warns Dems could face “historic annihilation” if Republicans frame 2026 as a choice election rather than a referendum on current conditions. Read More

Politics
schedule August 1, 2026

Trump Attacks Pirro for Dropping Vandalism Charges

Trump’s U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro dropped charges against an Olympic canoeist, saying damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was caused by flawed contractor work, not vandalism. Trump furiously disagreed on Truth Social, insisting vandals caused the major damage. The case remains under review. Read More

Politics
schedule August 1, 2026

Trump’s Pool Contractor Botched Job, Not Sabotage

Prosecutors dropped charges against ex-Olympian David Hearn after Trump-appointed US attorney Jeanine Pirro blamed faulty installation by a Trump-connected contractor. The reflecting pool remains unfinished with mounting costs as the judge decides whether to dismiss the case. Read More

Politics
schedule August 1, 2026

Trump Threatens Fund Push if Blanche Blocked

Trump said he’ll revive a $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund and keep Blanche as acting AG if senators reject his nominee. Cornyn and Tillis oppose the fund, which would compensate Jan. 6 rioters. A Senate Judiciary Committee vote is expected by Tuesday. Read More