Stories from United States

The Allentown School District board voted to advance a $514.7 million budget. This budget includes a 2.9% millage increase, sparking debate over local tax strategies.

An FBI agent wrote a letter to Martin Luther King Jr. that insinuated he should step down from his leadership position. The letter was sent on the eve of him receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. The contents of the letter suggest a complex relationship between King and the bureau. The letter suggests the FBI was investigating potential subversive activities linked to King.

Authorities discovered what appeared to be dynamite sticks wrapped in black electrical tape, red and blue wiring, and penny rolls. The items were described as having a sophisticated design. The context and purpose of the dynamite were not immediately clear.

A dog accidentally fired a loaded shotgun, leaving a mailman in critical condition.

An investigation into the DOJ's grand jury concerning the $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' was created through a settlement agreement. This agreement allegedly allows the Trump administration to distribute funds improperly.

Experts are sounding the alarm over Elon Musk's alleged 'coup' that could potentially jeopardize individuals' 401(k) retirement accounts. Experts are sounding alarms about a potential 'coup' orchestrated by Elon Musk that they warn could jeopardize 401(k) retirement accounts.

Microsoft is facing criticism for allegedly threatening a security researcher with a criminal investigation. This follows a public dispute with a researcher who disclosed a Windows zero-day vulnerability.

Bitcoin exceeded $80,000 for the first time in three months. A man in Miami is accused of stealing nearly $2 million in Bitcoin from his former employer. The cryptocurrency industry is facing pressure from falling trading volumes and stricter regulations.

A federal court has paused Colorado's AI Anti-Bias Hiring Law, which aimed to prevent AI from discriminating in hiring decisions. The law's effective death is seen as a problem for Black job seekers. A law in Colorado designed to prevent bias in AI hiring practices has been effectively rendered void. The law aimed to ensure fairness in automated employment screening processes. The law was intended to prevent discrimination in hiring processes but has not achieved its intended results. Its ineffectiveness raises questions about the practical application of such regulations.

A federal case has been filed against a Canton man accused of attempting to meet children for sex. The alleged victims were ages 3, 6, and 9. The case was filed in Toledo.