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Wednesday, June 10, 2026 · Covington
Congress Approves Major Affordable Housing Legislation
Both chambers of Congress have passed sweeping affordable housing legislation, moving the bill toward presidential signature. The package marks the most comprehensive housing affordability effort lawmakers have approved in decades.
Trump nominates former Oklahoma trooper Lance Schroyer to lead ICE
President Trump announced his nomination of Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, to serve as director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The nomination follows the May resignation of Todd Lyons.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Iranian drones strike Bahrain and ship in Persian Gulf after U.S. airstrikes
Iran launched drone attacks against Bahrain and a vessel in the Persian Gulf following U.S. airstrikes, marking an escalation in regional hostilities even as diplomats work toward a nuclear accord.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Congress Passes Largest Housing Bill in Decades
Congress has approved its most comprehensive housing affordability legislation in decades. In New York City, all three candidates backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani advanced through primary elections.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Supreme Court ruling clears path for ending protected status for Haitian and Syrian migrants
A Supreme Court decision this week removed legal barriers preventing the Trump administration from terminating temporary protected status for Haitians and Syrians. Ohio, home to more than 10,000 Haitian migrants, stands to experience significant workforce disruption, according to Gov. Mike DeWine.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Supreme Court Says Religious Freedom Law Does Not Allow Inmate Damage Suits
The Supreme Court ruled that a federal law protecting inmate religious rights does not permit lawsuits seeking monetary damages, even when officials violate those rights. The decision arose from a Louisiana prisoner's case involving the removal of his dreadlocks.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
3 Million Drop Health Coverage as Federal Subsidies End
Approximately 3 million people canceled their health insurance through the federal marketplace after subsidies expired on Jan. 1. The Department of Health and Human Services attributes the drop to fraud enforcement, while health policy analysts point to the end of financial assistance.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Supreme Court expands presidential power to fire agency heads, with Fed exception
The Supreme Court on Monday backed President Donald Trump's authority to fire leaders of independent federal agencies, carving out a narrow exception for the Federal Reserve. The ruling grants presidents broader power over executive branch personnel.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Supreme Court upholds late-arriving mail ballot counting in majority of states
The Supreme Court declined to overturn state laws that permit mailed ballots to be counted days after Election Day if they carry an Election Day postmark. The decision rejected a Republican-backed legal challenge.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Supreme Court blocks Trump's removal of Fed board member Cook
The Supreme Court rejected President Trump's effort to fire Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook but granted him expanded power over other independent federal agencies in a pair of decisions that divided the justices on executive authority.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Congress votes to direct Trump to withdraw forces from Iran conflict
Congress passed a symbolic measure calling for the removal of U.S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran, signaling frustration from lawmakers across party lines. The vote carries no legal weight and requires no presidential signature.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Nuclear Inspections Dispute Complicates U.S.-Iran Negotiations
Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran have encountered friction over nuclear inspections as diplomats work toward a broader deal. Separately, discussions show signs of addressing shipping traffic through a strategic waterway.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
U.S. and Iran trade military strikes as ceasefire frays
The United States and Iran exchanged military strikes over the weekend, threatening an interim deal brokered between the two countries. President Trump has tapped a former Oklahoma state trooper to lead Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Independent Review Calls for Reforms in Police Leadership and Recruitment
An independent report suggests the police service needs to reform its development and recruitment processes. The review highlights specific areas where leadership and hiring practices could be improved.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Fire Officials Warn of Increased Wildfire Risk for Fourth of July
Fire officials issued warnings regarding elevated wildfire risks for the upcoming Fourth of July. Dry conditions combined with fireworks use historically contribute to a spike in fire ignitions each year.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Government announces policy changes following death of toddler in abuse case
A 13-month-old boy died after months of sexual and physical abuse by Jamie Varley. Government officials say they will implement changes to prevent similar cases.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Alan Greenspan, Former Federal Reserve Chairman, Dies at 100
Alan Greenspan, who led the Federal Reserve for nearly two decades and wielded enormous influence over U.S. monetary policy, died Monday from complications related to Parkinson's disease. His tenure coincided with extended economic expansion, though critics blamed his regulatory philosophy for contributing to the financial crisis.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
U.S. Removes Oil Sanctions on Iran as First Round of Nuclear Talks Concludes
The United States lifted oil sanctions against Iran on Monday as negotiators completed the first round of talks in Switzerland. Vice President Vance led the American delegation in discussions mediated by Qatar and Pakistan.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Supreme Court Ruling on Prisoner Release Program Affects Dozen Cases
A Supreme Court ruling has narrowed how prisoners can access the compassionate release program, directly affecting approximately a dozen cases. Anthony Bailey, a 61-year-old bus driver, faces potential reimprisonment under the new legal standard.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Trump, Senate Republicans at odds over intelligence nominee and surveillance bill
President Trump has blocked Senate Republicans' plan to quickly confirm his intelligence nominee and delayed passage of a surveillance law renewal, creating friction between the president and GOP senators ahead of November's midterm elections.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Justice Department Memo Reviews Disability Protections
The Trump administration released a Justice Department memo that examines existing protections for people with disabilities and related federal policies. The memo signals potential changes to how services and policies are administered for the disability community.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Trump Emphasizes Economy in Pennsylvania as Midterm Elections Near
President Trump focused on economic themes during a Pennsylvania appearance Tuesday, part of a broader effort to shape Republican messaging before midterm elections. Republican strategists weighed in on the approach.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
U.S. Military Launches Strikes Against Iran Following Vessel Attack
The U.S. military conducted retaliatory strikes against Iran after a commercial vessel sustained damage in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump said Iran violated a ceasefire agreement signed the previous week.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Shingles Vaccine Linked to Lower Dementia Risk in Older Adults
Multiple studies show older adults who received the shingles vaccine faced reduced dementia risk compared to unvaccinated peers. Researchers are investigating whether the vaccine's effect on the immune system or varicella-zoster virus itself explains the association.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Trump warns of potential U.S. military return as Iran and U.S. exchange strikes
President Donald Trump said Sunday that the United States may return to military conflict with Iran as the two countries continued exchanging strikes. The cycle of reciprocal attacks threatens ongoing peace discussions.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Heavy rain triggers flash floods across Kentucky, killing at least 3
At least three people died in flash floods across Kentucky after heavy rain and multiple thunderstorms swept through the state. Gov. Beshear declared an emergency as rescue crews searched for additional victims.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Forecasters predict above-average temperatures and increased heatwaves this summer
Meteorologists are forecasting a warmer-than-average summer with a heightened risk of multiple heatwaves, according to seasonal predictions. Simon King, a forecaster, outlined the outlook for the coming months.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Primary Results Reveal Competing Visions Within Democratic Party
Democratic primary results from Tuesday revealed divisions within the party over candidate positioning and policy priorities. Races across multiple states produced divergent outcomes that reflected competing approaches to winning general election voters.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Trump Clashes With Senate Republicans Over Iran Military Vote
Donald Trump met with Senate Republicans on Wednesday and objected to their position on a potential military conflict with Iran. Trump canceled a planned bill signing following the closed-door lunch.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
U.S. Conducts Military Strikes Against Iran Following Drone Attack on Cargo Ship
The United States launched military strikes against Iran after a drone struck a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump said the attack violated a ceasefire, though no publicly documented agreement exists between the two nations.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026