ICE officer charged with lying about shooting turns himself in to feds, AP source says
WASHINGTON (AP) — A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer charged with lying to investigators about the events leading up to the shooting of a Venezuelan man during the Minneapolis immigration crackdown is in federal custody. That's according to a person familiar with the matter who spoke with The Associated Press. Christian Castro turned himself in to authorities after being charged with making false statements to federal investigators about the shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis in the leg in January. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not publicly authorized to discuss the case. Castro was released from jail last week after Texas’ governor refused to immediately sign an extradition warrant to hand him over to Minnesota authorities.
Trump again appeals to Supreme Court on mail-voting restrictions with midterm elections looming
BOSTON (AP) — The Trump administration is again asking the Supreme Court to let it move ahead with restrictions on mail ballots before the midterm elections in November even as legal wrangling over President Donald Trump’s executive order continues in lower courts. The Thursday appeal comes after a federal judge in Boston blocked Trump’s executive order for now. The justices have previously allowed the president’s plan to move ahead, but haven’t decided whether it’s legal. The court fight is unfolding even as states are preparing to send out mail ballots.
Lindsay Clancy trial ends without a verdict for a sixth day after drama in the courtroom
PLYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) — The deadlocked jury in the Lindsay Clancy trial has gone home again without a verdict. The dramatic sixth day of deliberations Thursday saw the jury’s foreperson send the judge a note saying a single juror won’t follow the court’s instructions about reasonable doubt. Details of the jury room conflict weren’t revealed by the judge. But they raised the possibility that a single holdout was standing in the way of a verdict on whether the Massachusetts mother is criminally responsible for killing her three children. Clancy does not deny she did it, but argues that postpartum psychosis led to her actions. The jury will return Friday.
Gloria Steinem, defining symbol of women’s movement and eloquent advocate for equality, dies at 92
NEW YORK (AP) — Gloria Steinem, the most visible symbol and potent voice of the U.S. women's movement in the '60s and '70s and a fierce advocate for equality throughout her life, has died at 92. With her trademark streaked, straight hair parted down the middle and large aviator glasses, Steinem, co-founder of Ms. Magazine, was a hugely recognizable presence wherever she went. And she went everywhere, from college campuses to community centers to rallies and marches. Her social media page said she died Wednesday at her home in New York City.
Gloria Steinem in her own words on women's rights, abortion politics and being called the B-word
Gloria Steinem shared with Associated Press reporters in interviews and emails her thoughts on the social changes she had witnessed as a leading voice for women, the importance of abortion rights and how to respond when called the B-word. The author and feminist icon who died Wednesday at age 92 was typically blunt, but also laced her words with wit and humor. For her 2019 compilation of some of her most famous quotations, Steinem chose the title: “The Truth Will Set You Free, But First It Will Piss You Off!”
Missouri court blocks Trump-backed US House map and orders it to be put to a vote
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri Supreme Court has blocked a new U.S. House map backed by President Donald Trump from being used in the November election. The court ruled Thursday that the map cannot be used until voters first get a chance in November to uphold or reject it. Republican Secretary of State Denny Hoskins had turned down a citizens’ petition seeking to put the map to a vote. But the court reversed that decision and ordered a referendum to be held. Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway vowed to immediately appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. Missouri’s new House districts were drawn to try to help the GOP win another seat.
The gunman in a deadly Minneapolis shooting had left a long trail of warning signs
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The man who carried out Wednesday’s deadly shooting in a Minneapolis apartment building had threatened his neighbors, repeatedly showed off his pistol and warned he was planning to shoot people. Carlton Johnson shot and killed two of his neighbors and left 5 others injured. The building’s owners had been trying to evict him. At least one person had asked for a restraining order to be placed on him. The police investigated him in June, but the county attorney’s office decided not to file any charges. Interim Police Chief Bill Peterson defended the police response to Johnson’s record and said they only recently knew of many of the incidents.
Trump administration pushes to remove tax exemption for private colleges with DEI policies
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is proposing a rule that would strip private schools and colleges of their tax-exempt status if they provide targeted help to students based on their race. The proposal amounts to a significant escalation in the White House’s campaign to eradicate diversity programs directed at Black, Hispanic and other minority students. The Treasury Department proposed the change Thursday in a regulation that is broadly aimed at ending any measures that help students because of their race. It specifically says such benefits in admissions, scholarships and facilities “would be incompatible” with the rule. It’s the latest White House attempt to weed out diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
Louisiana judge rules against NCAA, clearing path for former NFL players to join LSU roster
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — LSU coach Lane Kiffin’s chances of fielding former NFL players improved Thursday night when a Louisiana judge issued a preliminary injunction against the NCAA in a high-profile eligibility case. East Baton Rouge Parish Judge William Jorden issued his ruling the night before LSU was due to submit its 105-man roster to the Southeastern Conference, which last week announced heavy potential punishment for teams that bring in ex-pros. The ruling clears the way for LSU to list some former NFL players on its roster. How many games they might be eligible to play remains to be seen.
Maria Bartiromo out at Fox News after more than a decade; no reason specified
Fox News Media has announced that Maria Bartiromo is no longer with the company. The company thanked her for her work and wishes her well in her next chapter. The statement Thursday does not specify the reasons for her departure. Bartiromo hosted "Mornings with Maria" on Fox Business Network, with the last episode airing Thursday morning. She also hosted "Maria Bartiromo's Wall Street." Bartiromo has frequently earned praise from President Donald Trump, who has granted her multiple interviews over the years. In 2025, a lawsuit against Fox News by voting technology company Smartmatic alleged that Bartiromo spread false rumors about claims of election fraud on the air — a notion she vehemently rejected.
