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Most Americans don’t see value of 4-year college degree: Survey

Most Americans don’t see the value in a four-year degree in higher education, according to a new poll. An NBC News survey found 63 percent of people saying a bachelor’s degree is “not worth the cost because people often graduate without specific job skills and with a large amount of debt to pay off,” while...

State of Texas: Gov. Abbott talks redistricting, border security at campaign tailgate

Since Governor Greg Abbott launched his campaign for re-election, he's been highlighting policies that could have wide-ranging effects on Texans. He's highlighted a new plan to provide property tax relief, and his words are a key part of the court battle over the state's congressional maps.

House committee seeks ‘full accounting’ of boat strike after WaPo ‘kill everybody’ report

The leaders of the House Armed Services Committee said late Saturday they are seeking “full accounting” of an early September U.S. military attack against an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the Caribbean after a report alleged that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered U.S. troops to “kill everybody” aboard the vessel.  “This committee is committed to providing...

Russia kills at least 3 in Ukraine ahead of diplomatic talks in US 

A Russian drone strike killed at least three people in Ukraine’s capital early Saturday morning while wounding at least 29 others, according to The Associated Press. Two individuals were killed in Kyiv, while the other death occurred in the broader region, the Kyiv City Military Administration announced.  The Kremlin strikes consisted of both missiles and...

West Virginia floral shop creates for a mourning community

Increased demand is in response to the death of Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom on Thursday, with the shop receiving inquires over blue ribbons.

What a federal ban on THC-infused drinks and snacks could mean for the hemp industry

The production lines at Indeed Brewing moved quickly, the cans filling not with beer, but with THC-infused seltzer. The product, which features the compound that gets cannabis users high, has been a lifeline at Indeed and other craft breweries as alcohol sales have fallen in recent years.

Congressional watchdog criticizes plans for Coast Guard’s new cutter program

The $17 billion Offshore Patrol Cutter program, one of the U.S. Coast Guard's highest shipbuilding priorities, is at risk of delays and ballooning costs over a strategy to begin construction before the final design is complete, according to a recently released report from the Government Accountability Office.

Afghan accused of shooting guardsmen faces first-degree murder charge

The man arrested for ambushing and shooting two National Guard members the day before Thanksgiving will now face a first-degree murder charge, Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, said Friday.

Andrew Cuomo tells donors he’s ‘not going anywhere’

Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says his work isn't done, sparking comeback speculations.

How a wave of Muslim politicians came to power across the United States

The 2025 election may well be remembered as a turning point for Muslim representation in American politics.

New legislation would crack down on hiring illegal immigrant workers and ‘sanctuary unions’

Republicans have proposed new legislation that would make hiring illegal immigrants an unfair labor practice, giving the federal government a new avenue to punish businesses that recruit them and labor unions that seek to get them to unionize.

Vance’s past warnings reignite after Afghan national named as suspect in DC Guard shooting

Vice President JD Vance's 2021 warnings about Afghan refugee vetting resurface after Washington shooting suspect entered U.S. through Operation Allies Welcome program.

National Guard shooting in DC leaves West Virginia reeling as top official slams Afghanistan withdrawal

The fatal shooting of National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom by an alleged Afghan national suspect has sparked criticism of immigration policies following the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal.

Family, service, and a break from the ‘s— show’: Lawmakers share what they’re grateful for this Thanksgiving

Lawmakers from both parties share what they're grateful for this Thanksgiving, from family blessings to newfound love and decades of public service.

‘Squad’ member mourns ’empty’ Thanksgiving seats due to ‘loved ones abducted & deported,’ ‘mass incarceration’

Democratic Rep. Ayanna Pressley indicated on Thanksgiving that some dinner tables would have an empty chair due to people being "abducted & deported from their families."

The MAGA voter split that could spell trouble for 2028 Republicans

President Donald Trump has held his coalition together throughout much of the first year of his second term in office like few other figures...

This Day in Liberal Judicial Activism—November 28

1975—President Gerald Ford nominates Seventh Circuit judge John Paul Stevens to fill the Supreme Court seat vacated by retired Justice William O. Douglas. Not...

The Pernicious Effects of Grade Inflation

Professor Rich Vedder looks at the reasons for grade inflation and its consequences.

Homeless Advocates Have Lost the Moral High Ground

The era of Housing First will be marked in history as a humanitarian disaster. Trump’s reforms are needed.

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