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National Association of Realtors names top ten U.S. homebuying markets for 2026

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has released its list of the top 10 homebuying hot spots for 2026, based on a range of economic, demographic, and housing indicators.


Heinrich criticizes removal of fee-free park days for MLK Day and Juneteenth

During a recent hearing of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks, Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), who serves as Ranking Member of the full committee, discussed the economic significance of national parks and...


EPA settlement prompts safety upgrades at Lodi packing facility

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency settled with Delta Packing Company over chemical safety violations at their Lodi facility.


Virginia Transformer Corp faces over $986K in fines for safety violations

The U.S. Department of Labor has fined Virginia Transformer Corp., an Idaho manufacturer, over $986K for safety violations related to unaddressed hazards from previous inspections.


CMS discusses new innovation center access model with healthcare leaders

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services discussed their new ACCESS Model aimed at improving chronic disease management through technology-supported care options with healthcare leaders across various sectors.


Death reported at USP Florence with no public threat

Timothy Sowinski was found dead at USP Florence in Colorado on December 7, 2025.


West Point professor draws scrutiny after political commentary, wife’s viral posts

Restoration News has reported that Frank Sobchak, a West Point professor and retired Army colonel, is facing criticism following his publication of commentary speculating on potential illegal military orders during the Trump administration.


Cleveland man sentenced to 18 years for armed robberies at local businesses

A Cleveland man has been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison for a series of armed robberies that targeted a bank and several local businesses.


DHS operation leads to arrests of several criminal offenders in New Orleans

Operation Catahoula Crunch, an initiative led by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), has resulted in numerous arrests of individuals described as criminal illegal aliens in New Orleans.


New York man convicted for violent extortion linked to Gambino crime family

A federal jury in Brooklyn has found Robert Brooke guilty of one count of Hobbs Act extortion.


Justice Department files suit to revoke citizenship from former marine convicted of sex offense

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a civil denaturalization lawsuit in the District of Maryland against Nicholas Eshun, a native of Ghana who became a U.S. citizen through military service.


Sioux City man receives 17-year federal sentence for armed meth trafficking

A 35-year-old man from Sioux City, Pablo Elias-Lopez, has been sentenced to 17 years in federal prison following his guilty plea on July 2, 2025.


Weekend Interview: Tymofiy Mylovanov Defends Ukraine’s Future by Reforming Elites and Educating New Leaders

Ukraine is fighting against Russia while confronting internal challenges like corruption scandals and foreign pressure over peace plans.


Baldwin County man receives 30-year sentence for sexual exploitation offenses

Logan Smith, a 38-year-old resident of Baldwin County, was sentenced on December 1, 2025, to 30 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to charges including sexual exploitation of a minor, attempted enticement of a minor, and possession of...


Senate Judiciary Committee schedules hearings on Arctic Frost investigation for 2026

The Senate Judiciary Committee, led by Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), will prioritize oversight of the Arctic Frost investigation in 2026.


Mexican national sentenced to prison for illegal re-entry after deportation

A Mexican citizen has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for illegally re-entering the United States after deportation, according to a statement from U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona.


U.S. authorities charge businessmen over alleged smuggling of advanced AI chips

Two businessmen have been arrested for allegedly violating U.S. export control laws in a case involving the illegal export of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Texas Department of Transportation launches campaign targeting speeding-related crashes

Speeding remains a major factor in traffic accidents across Texas, according to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).


Justice Department sues Loudoun County schools over treatment of Christian students

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the Loudoun County School Board in Virginia, alleging that the board violated the constitutional rights of two Christian male students by enforcing its Policy 8040.


House Small Business Committee schedules hearing on veteran entrepreneurship

The House Committee on Small Business is set to hold a hearing titled “From Service to Startup: Empowering Veteran Entrepreneurs” on Wednesday, December 10 at 10:00 AM ET.