The DC Police Chief, Pamela A. Smith, has resigned. She has been in the role for just over two years. Her departure comes as the city faces serious allegations of tampering with crime statistics. The Department of Justice (DOJ) is looking into this matter. They believe that some crimes were not repo
Utah's system for citizen-led initiatives is often compared to California's, but this is misleading. The truth is, Utah's process is much more controlled and cautious. First, let's talk about the hurdles. To get an initiative on the ballot, sponsors need to collect a lot of signatures. We're talkin
College football fans have a lot to look forward to with nine big conference championship games coming up. These games are set for December 5th and 6th. Teams have been working hard to secure their spots in these important matchups. The schedule is packed with exciting games. On December 6th, BYU w
Jim Harrison, a well-known figure in Vermont politics, has decided to step down from his role as a House representative. He's been in this position for over eight years, showing dedication to his community and state. Harrison, who represents part of Rutland County, is leaving due to personal and fam
The 2026 World Cup draw brought excitement and nerves to U. S. soccer fans across the country. In Los Angeles, a star-studded watch party celebrated the city's role as a host for the first 48-team World Cup. Meanwhile, in New York's Times Square, fans packed a fan zone to see the groups revealed on
Alaska's state seal is old. It's been around for 70 years. But does it really show what Alaska is all about today? State seals are like a state's logo. They show what's important to the state. You see it on ballots, official papers, and even on the walls of the capitol building. Back in the day, th
A small bank in Texas has made a surprising move into the world of cryptocurrency. Monet Bank, once a community bank, is now calling itself an "infrastructure bank" for digital assets. This shift is part of a bigger trend where traditional banks are starting to embrace crypto. Monet Bank is not a g
In a significant turn of events, a man from Virginia was recently taken into custody by the FBI. This arrest is linked to the pipe bombs found near the Democratic and Republican national committees' headquarters in Washington, D. C. , just before the January 6, 2021, Capitol riots. The investigation
The Vatican has a long history of excluding women from leadership roles. This time, it's about deacons. After years of discussion, a group of experts said no to women becoming deacons. This is a big deal because deacons are like junior ministers. They can preach and perform some sacraments, but they
A man from northern Virginia has been taken into custody for allegedly planting pipe bombs near the Democratic and Republican national headquarters in Washington, D. C. , just before the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021. The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Brian Cole Jr. from Woodbridge, Virginia,
