Author: Andrew Rogers

A growing wave of public anger spread into Wisconsin after a Minneapolis nurse with ties to Green Bay was shot and killed by a federal immigration officer. The fatal encounter led to protests in Milwaukee and renewed debate over federal enforcement actions, gun laws, and protest rights. Family members identified the man as Alex Pretti, 37, a nurse who lived and worked in Minneapolis. He was taking part in a protest against the Trump administration’s immigration policies when the shooting occurred. Education records confirm that Pretti graduated from Preble High School in Green Bay. After high school, he attended the…

With travel costs rising, free and safe public transportation can make a big difference for tourists. These five American cities provide fare-free transit and secure options for getting around. Miami’s Metromover is a free tram system with 21 stops, gliding above streets and connecting major neighborhoods like Downtown, Brickell, and the Riverwalk. Security measures, including cameras and patrols, have improved safety since 2020. Razorback Transit, run by the University of Arkansas, offers free bus routes for residents and visitors. The system connects downtown, Dickson Street, and the university campus, with clear schedules and a focus on rider safety. The Hop…

Venezuela’s interim government says it has released more than 600 prisoners, but rights groups and families of those still detained say the pace of freedom has been slow and far from enough. Interim President Delcy Rodríguez announced the number this week, but her claim has sparked fresh frustration among relatives demanding the release of all political prisoners. Rodríguez said on Friday that 626 people have been freed since December as part of an ongoing effort to release detainees held under the previous government. She also said she plans to ask the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights to verify…

Russian President Vladimir Putin has commented on Greenland’s potential value amid renewed US interest in the Arctic island. His remarks come as international attention focuses on the strategic and economic importance of Greenland, especially following US President Donald Trump’s reported interest in purchasing it. Putin cited history to frame the discussion, referencing the 1867 Alaska purchase. At that time, the United States bought roughly 1.7 million square kilometers of Alaskan territory from Russia for $7.2 million. Adjusted for inflation, Putin calculated that the payment would equal about $158 million in today’s dollars. Greenland, he noted, is even larger than Alaska,…

U.S.-Iran naval tensions have increased after Washington confirmed that a large US naval force is moving toward the Middle East. The deployment comes at a time of heightened regional strain and strong warnings from Iranian military leaders. US President Donald Trump confirmed the move while speaking to reporters during his return to Washington after an international economic meeting. He said the deployment is not a declaration of war. He described it as close monitoring and a precautionary step. The naval group includes a major aircraft carrier and several guided missile warships. These vessels are equipped with advanced air defense systems,…

Idaho lawmakers may soon face limits on how many bills they can request after a record-breaking 2025 legislative session. Senator Jim Guthrie, a Republican from McCammon, introduced a resolution this week aimed at reducing strain on the Idaho Legislature’s research arm. The Senate State Affairs Committee introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution 114 on Friday. The resolution would cap lawmakers’ requests to the Legislative Services Office (LSO) at 10 completed pieces of draft legislation per year. Guthrie, who chairs the committee, said the proposal was not requested by the LSO but aims to address rising demands on legislative staff. Legislative activity in…

Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will visit China from January 25 to 28, meeting the country’s top leaders in Beijing to strengthen trade and business ties. The visit comes as Finland seeks to expand economic relations and promote Finnish companies in the Chinese market. Orpo will be accompanied by executives from more than 20 Finnish companies. The delegation represents industries including machinery, forestry, clean energy, innovation, and food. During the visit, both sides are expected to sign a memorandum of understanding to enhance the work of the China–Finland Committee for Innovative Business Cooperation. According to the Finnish Government Communications Department,…

Connecticut National Guard training was completed this month as the state braces for a major winter storm. Members of the Joint Force Headquarters joint staff finished a five-day course designed to strengthen emergency response skills. The Joint Task Force Staff Training Course, or JSTC, ran from January 7 to 11 at Camp Nett. The program allowed staff to build baseline skills for deploying troops and coordinating operations during natural disasters or other emergencies. “The joint staff has a high level of turnover,” said Maj. Lee Lukas, domestic operations officer in the Connecticut National Guard’s joint operations center. “It’s like a…

Colorado authorities have confirmed that journalist Hunter S Thompson’s 2005 death was a suicide, reaffirming the findings of the original investigation. The announcement followed a review prompted by concerns raised by Thompson’s wife, Anita Thompson. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted the review after Anita Thompson contacted authorities with “new concerns and potential information” regarding the circumstances of her husband’s death. The agency released a statement Friday confirming that the original conclusion of suicide remains valid. In response to the confirmation, Anita Thompson expressed gratitude for the CBI’s work. She said the review “allows all of us who loved…

California WHO health move has drawn national attention after Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the state will join a major global health network linked to the World Health Organization. The decision marks California’s first formal partnership with the WHO’s international public health system and signals a direct challenge to President Donald Trump’s health policy approach. Newsom confirmed on Friday that California will become part of the Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network. This network connects governments and health agencies worldwide to detect and respond to disease outbreaks faster. The move comes after the United States withdrew from the World Health…