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Twelve Days Dark: Gary's Blackout Becomes a Fight Over Money, Race, and Trees; Waits for NIPSCO to Deliver

Twelve days after a derecho battered Gary, Indiana, thousands remain without power as a lawsuit, a gunfire scare, and a federal aid fight unfold.

Latin Times · Aug 23

60 Minutes Insider Drops Claims About Why Some Employees Are Pleased With Bari Weiss’ Staff Changes

This report arrives as Weiss receives backlash.

Cinemablend · Aug 22

Laptop fire sparks mid-air scare on American Airlines flight; passengers injured

An American Airlines flight from Atlanta to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport faced a mid-air scare after a passenger's laptop caught fire during landing, with the pilot reporting that several passengers may have been burned.

The Times of India · Aug 22

Massachusetts police officer accused of using Flock cameras to track her ex-girlfriend; department suspends entire system after her plate was searched a ‘concerning’ number of times

In a significant move, New Bedford police have paused their automated license plate reader system following allegations of misuse by officer Emily Pacheco. Investigations revealed a troubling number of searches for one specific vehicle's license plate. Pacheco is currently on administrative leave while inquiries continue, alongside an extended abuse prevention…

The Times of India · Aug 20

Ex-DOJ Attorney Says Antisemitism Probes at Harvard, Brown and Columbia Were Decided Before Evidence Was In

A former DOJ lawyer says political appointees predetermined antisemitism probes at Harvard, Brown and Columbia before evidence was reviewed.

Latin Times · Aug 20

Bari Weiss reportedly given ‘blank check’ to revamp 60 Minutes

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The Independent UK · Aug 19

State cracks down on out-of-state plates, giving drivers six weeks to register their cars properly

Maryland residents have until October 1 to register their cars in the state before facing fines

The Independent UK · Aug 19

CBS hands Bari Weiss a ‘blank check’ to promote 60 Minutes after chaos at network’s flagship show: report

‘CBS will blanket the airwaves and major markets with a multipronged, cross-platform campaign,’ according to a new report

The Independent UK · Aug 19

Sounds Like Gayle King Is (Also) ‘Not Happy’ With A Potential CBS News Decision From Bari Weiss

Insiders claim there's more behind-the-scenes drama.

Cinemablend · Aug 19

U.S. Deporting Mexican Migrants to Third Countries Despite Mexico's Willingness to Take Them Back: Report

Mexico's Foreign Ministry told CBS News that it opposes the practice and has no agreement authorizing the removal of its citizens to third countries

Latin Times · Aug 19