President Donald Trump recently pardoned Joseph Schwartz, the operator of a multi-state nursing home chain who was convicted of a $38 million employment tax fraud scheme. Despite being sentenced to 36 months in prison and ordered to pay fines and restitution, Schwartz will now be freed after serving only three months. Schwartz’s actions involved running several Arkansas nursing homes into the ground, resulting in poor care for vulnerable residents and state takeovers of two homes. This pardon has drawn criticism, particularly from Arkansas officials like Attorney General Tim Griffin, who previously condemned Schwartz’s exploitation of Arkansans and Medicaid fraud.
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In Kansas, Coldwater Mayor Joe Ceballos has been charged with multiple counts of illegal voting. The charges, filed by Attorney General Kris Kobach and Secretary of State Scott Schwab, stem from allegations that Ceballos, a lawful permanent resident from Mexico, voted in the 2022, 2023, and 2024 elections. These charges include voting without being qualified and perjury, as elected officials in Kansas are legally required to be U.S. citizens. Kobach emphasized that noncitizen voting occurs more frequently than perceived, and the legal system relies on the honesty of those registering and participating in elections.
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A federal judge has blocked Arkansas public schools from displaying the Ten Commandments, calling the law “obviously unconstitutional” and citing potential violations of the First Amendment. The judge issued a preliminary injunction against the Arkansas law, which would have mandated displays in classrooms and libraries. This decision was made in response to similar laws passed in other states, like Louisiana and Texas, and legal challenges are underway against those measures. The judge argued the state’s actions may be part of a broader strategy to introduce Christian religious doctrine into public schools, especially in light of recent Supreme Court rulings.
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James Andrew McGann, 28, has been arrested and charged with two counts of capital murder in the deaths of Clinton David Brink and Cristen Amanda Brink. The couple was attacked Saturday while hiking at Devil’s Den State Park in front of their two daughters, who were unharmed. McGann was apprehended Wednesday afternoon in Springdale following a days-long manhunt and the release of a suspect sketch. Authorities are still investigating the motive behind the killings and securing a conviction, while the community mourns the tragic loss.
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The search for the individual responsible for the murder of Clinton and Cristen Brink at Devil’s Den State Park continues as authorities investigate. The couple was attacked on a hiking trail Saturday afternoon while with their two daughters, who were unharmed. The suspect is described as a white male wearing specific clothing and driving a black sedan with covered license plates, and investigators are asking for any information or photos from park visitors. The family is asking for privacy as they grieve, emphasizing the couple’s bravery in protecting their children.
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Authorities are investigating a double homicide at Devil’s Den State Park in northwest Arkansas, where a couple recently moved with their two daughters. The victims, identified as Clinton David Brink and Cristen Amanda Brink, were found dead on a hiking trail; their daughters were unharmed. A manhunt is underway for a suspect described as a man wearing specific clothing and driving a black sedan with obscured license plates. The investigation, including the use of cellphone and security video, is ongoing with the area remaining closed, and no information about the weapon or motive is available.
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Federal court rules Kansas legislators tried to suppress speech with 2021 advance voting law. This is a pretty significant ruling, and it really highlights the ongoing battle surrounding voting rights and access. The core of the matter revolves around a law, House Bill 2332, passed in 2021, which sought to restrict how advance mail ballot applications were distributed in Kansas. The court found that the motivations behind this law went beyond simply ensuring fair elections and veered into the realm of suppressing free speech.
Specifically, the law was aimed at banning non-Kansas residents or businesses from sending out advance mail ballot applications to voters.… Continue reading
Grant Hardin, the “Devil in the Ozarks” and former police chief convicted of murder and rape, was apprehended 1.5 miles from the prison he escaped from after a two-week manhunt. Hardin, who impersonated a corrections officer to escape, was captured after a brief attempt to flee. His capture concluded a search involving bloodhounds, mounted officers, drones, helicopters, and a specialized Border Patrol team navigating the rugged terrain. Authorities are investigating a lapse in security that allowed his escape.
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Former UK Special Forces members have revealed eyewitness accounts of alleged war crimes, including the execution of unarmed civilians and detainees, in Iraq and Afghanistan. These allegations, spanning over a decade, involve both the SAS and SBS, detailing practices such as planting weapons on bodies and falsifying reports to conceal unlawful killings. The testimony includes accounts of systematic killings, with some soldiers admitting to an addictive pursuit of kills and a “mob mentality.” This new evidence, including video footage, significantly expands upon previous reports and reveals that then-Prime Minister David Cameron received repeated warnings about these actions.
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Kansas is experiencing its worst tuberculosis outbreak since the 1950s, with active cases surging from 51 in 2023 to 109 in 2024. The highly contagious bacterial infection, characterized by symptoms like chest pain and coughing up blood, is a serious concern if left untreated. While the state is collaborating with the CDC and local agencies, conflicting federal guidelines and communication freezes from the Department of Health and Human Services may hinder response efforts. This unprecedented increase necessitates immediate and coordinated action to control the spread of the disease.
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