News United States: Maryland man who sent threatening letters to Jewish institutions sentenced to 3 years in prison
The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia, which was targeted by the letters, praised the sentencing.
News United States: Maryland man deported to El Salvador must be returned to the United States, judge says
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to return a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador. Judge Paula Xinis made the ruling on Friday. WASHINGTON - A federal judge on ...
News United States: Jackson places 4th for Best City for Street Art in the United States
Jackson, Tennessee has been named the #4 Best City for Street Art in the United States in the 2026 USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards.
News United States: Congress pushes back on Trump's tariffs without support from Iowa's House representatives
The U.S. House voted to repeal President Trump’s tariffs on Canada without support from Iowa's four Republican representatives. Canada is one of the largest agricultural trade partners with the U.S. and is a top export market for tractors and farm equipment made in Iowa.
News United States: What are the best states for retirement in 2026? Here's where Minnesota ranks
Minnesota ranks as WalletHub's fifth-best state for retirement in 2026, and it earned the top spot in the health care category, which looked at the quality of local hospitals and the number of doctors ...
News United States: One of the 10 most diverse cities in US is in Connecticut: report
Connecticut has one of the 10 most diverse cities in the United States, according to WalletHub. The personal-finance website WalletHub released its report on 2025’s Most Diverse Cities in America on ...
News United States: Startup Prize: Energy Launched in Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, La. — Startup Prize has announced the launch of Startup Prize: Energy, a new national program designed to support emerging energy companies
News United States: Louisiana congressional delegation pushes Trump for more winter storm recovery funds
Louisiana’s congressional delegation is backing Gov. Jeff Landry’s request for more funding to cover the cost of the winter storm that hit North Louisiana at the end of January. The ...
News United States: The United States and Canada's women's hockey rivalry, explained
The United States and Canada's women's hockey teams have had a long-standing rivalry that is set to reignite at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
News United States: Washington’s Other Hometown
If George Washington were to reappear in the nation’s capital during the nation’s 250th anniversary, he would barely comprehend the Town of George, let alone ...
News United States: Arctic blast incoming to North Carolina. Will there be snow or ice?
North Carolina is set to experience an Arctic blast this weekend, bringing frigid temperatures, gusty winds, and potential snow or ice.
News United States: Carolinas emerge as new population boom states. Affordability, lifestyle drive growth
Last year's changes among the states were significant because population growth brings more taxpayers, economic dynamism and demand for goods and services. It also signals potential changes in the ...
News United States: Could a blood test detect Alzheimer’s risk? A RI company wants to know.
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s, a neurodegenerative disease, is complicated and costly. A study in RI could help speed up the process ...
News United States: Kansas House approves call for convention of states to draft constitutional amendments
The United States provides for such a convention if two-thirds of state legislatures pass resolutions supporting it, though the states have never amended the constitution via this method.
News United States: North Dakota Supreme Court supermajority rule rare among states
BISMARCK — An unusual clause in the North Dakota Constitution that limits the power of the courts kept the state’s near-total abortion ban from being struck down last month. Most state Supreme Courts ...
News United States: After North Dakota falls in national report, teacher's union says falling pay ranking is dire for teacher retention
GRAND FORKS — The union representing North Dakota’s teachers is raising the alarm about a new report showing continued declines in North Dakota’s teacher pay relative to other states. North Dakota ...
News United States: Arizona Lawmaker Condemns ICE Detention of Venezuelan Refugee Family
Arizona state Representative Alma Hernandez has called for accountability and humanity from ICE agents after they detained a Venezuelan refugee family legally residing in the US, warning that the ...
News United States: Person shot, in custody in Border Patrol incident in Arizona
A person suffered major injuries after being shot during an incident involving the United States Border Patrol in Arizona the morning of Jan. 27.
