Private Prison Companies Report Increased Revenue Amid Rising Immigration Detentions

Private prison companies have reported substantial revenues, including over $1.4 billion from operations. This financial reporting occurs as immigration detention numbers increase across the United States. One company also sold four facilities to the Department of Homeland Security for $1.6 billion.

Sep 7

Solar Eclipse to Cross Portions of U.S. Next Week

Sep 7

Blanche Confirmed as Attorney General; Iran-Oman Strait Deal Remains Unresolved

Sep 7

Police Investigate Handling of Sex Offender Linked to Two Homicides

Sep 7

ICE Body Camera Policy Limits Public Release of Footage

Sep 7

DOJ Watchdog to Review DEA Fentanyl Interdiction Tactics

The Department of Justice's internal watchdog has initiated a review into the Drug Enforcement Administration's practices regarding fentanyl interdiction. This inquiry will focus on instances where DEA officials might have identified impending fentanyl deliveries but did not intervene immediately.

Sep 7

Heat Alerts Cover Over 80 Million Americans as Storms Emerge

More than 80 million Americans currently reside under heat alerts as summer temperatures persist. These conditions have also brought new storms to several regions. Schools are responding with various protocols to protect students returning to classrooms.

Sep 7

Bank Maintains Interest Rates Amid Economic Growth Forecast, Cites Geopolitical Concerns

A central bank has maintained its benchmark interest rate, forecasting a stronger economic growth this year. Bank officials noted their readiness to adjust rates if geopolitical tensions intensify.

Sep 7

U.S. School Vaccination Rates Decline as Nonmedical Exemptions Increase

U.S. school vaccination rates have continued to decline, marking the fourth consecutive year of decreases. The national average exemption rate reached a new record, driven largely by nonmedical exemptions.

Sep 7

Recent Graduates Perceive AI as Job Market Hurdle, Economists Remain Cautious

Sep 7

Parents File Lawsuit Against School Over Use of Calming Rooms

Sep 7

Senate Committee Advances Dr. Erica Schwartz's CDC Director Nomination

A Senate committee has advanced Dr. Erica Schwartz's nomination to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This action follows discussions regarding potential political influence on the agency. Dr. Schwartz's nomination will now proceed.

Sep 7

Public Health Staffing Concerns Follow Fauci Senate Hearing

Sep 7

CDC Reports Over 400 Salmonella Cases Linked to Jalapeños Across 32 States

Sep 7

Democrats Shift Focus Post-Resistance Era

Sep 7

Midwest Poultry Services Recalls Eggs Over Salmonella Concerns

Sep 7

Trump Administration Seeks Supreme Court Intervention on Mail-In Voting Order

The Trump administration requested the Supreme Court to permit full implementation of an executive order concerning mail-in voting. A federal judge had previously paused parts of the order in 23 states and the District of Columbia. The government seeks an immediate administrative stay.

Sep 7

Trump Reinitiates Process to Remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook

Sep 7

Oil Prices Rise Amid U.S.-Iran Sanctions and Strait Demands

Sep 7

ICE Proposes Legal Insurance for Local Officers in Immigration Arrests

Sep 7

Serial Offender Convicted of Double Murder, Rape in London

A man received convictions for the murders of two women and the rape of a third woman in London. Several newspapers highlighted aspects of the case following the verdicts.

Sep 7

Child Among Three Killed in Overnight Missile Strikes Near Kyiv

Sep 7

Fifth Heatwave Expected in Parts of England and Wales Next Week

Sep 7

Private Prison Companies Report Increased Revenue Amid Rising Immigration Detentions

Sep 7

Solar Eclipse to Cross Portions of U.S. Next Week

Sep 7