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'Shineforth Helped Me Rediscover My Light'
“I’m happier, smarter, and have better understanding and confidence of who I am and what I’m capable of achieving.” That’s the heartfelt response one teenager provided when asked how they’d been impacted by the Shineforth Child & Family Services and its residential program in Richmond. About 50 youth ages 11-17 reside at Shineforth’s Child & Family Healing Center at any given moment. Treatment times vary for each youth served, and the average stay is about a little more than nine months.
Levin: Racist Conyers defender James Clyburn should resign NOW
Nate Madden · November 30, 2017 Font Size A A A Drew Angerer | Getty Images High-ranking House Democrat James Clyburn, S.C., should resign after remarks he made defending his colleague — accused sexual abuser Rep. John Conyers, D-Mich. — said LevinTV host Mark Levin on his national radio program Wednesday.
New Hampshire lawsuit challenges state's coronavirus ban on big gatherings on First Amendment grounds
The ongoing outbreak of the Wuhan coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — has prompted state and local officials around the country to bar people from getting together in large groups and even leaving their homes in some cases. A recent lawsuit in New Hampshire, however, is challenging one of those orders on constitutional grounds.
Bayer donates millions of tablets of malaria drug that could fight coronavirus to U.S. government
Pharmaceutical company Bayer has responded to the ongoing outbreak of the Wuhan coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — by donating millions of tablets of an anti-malarial drug that could be used to combat the disease to the United States government.
Domino's is trying to fill around 10,000 jobs to meet coronavirus-driven delivery demand
As a result of the efforts to combat and slow the spread of the Wuhan coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — restaurant dining rooms have been closed down, people have been staying home, and the world's largest pizza delivery chain says that it needs more people to help with the uptick delivery demand.
'Above and beyond': Anonymous couple in Texas leave almost $10K tip to help pay restaurant staff
As American restaurants struggle with the financial fallout of the Wuhan coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — some anonymous customers in Houston tipped a restaurant almost $10,000 in order to help the owners pay their staff. According to a story at KTRK-TV on Tuesday, the hefty $9,400 gratuity was left Monday just hours after local officials ordered restaurants to stop serving dine-in customers. "We were amazed by their generosity. We didn't expect it.
In defiance of past federal court ruling, Idaho lawmakers send bill banning transgender birth certificate changes to governor
The Idaho Senate has sent a bill to Republican Gov. Brad Little that would prohibit transgender people from changing the sex on their birth certificates. According to KBOI-TV, the Senate passed the measure Wednesday evening by a party-line vote of 27-6 after debating it on Tuesday evening.
Tulsi Gabbard announces that she will suspend her presidential campaign and endorse Joe Biden
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii) announced Thursday that she will suspend her presidential campaign and endorse former Vice President Joe Biden to take on President Donald Trump in November's general election. Gabbard made the announcement in a video message posted on Twitter. In the announcement, the 38-year-old House member said that her decision was motivated by the ongoing outbreak of the coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — as well as the primary election results from earlier this week.
ICE opts to halt some immigration enforcement actions, focus on ‘public safety risks’ during coronavirus outbreak
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is adjusting its enforcement operations in response to the ongoing outbreak of the Wuhan coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — and will focus on those foreign nationals who pose threats to public safety or have criminal records.
A left-wing org says it plans to spend millions attacking Trump’s coronavirus response on the campaign trail
A liberal political group says that the coronavirus outbreak is going to play a big role in the upcoming November presidential election, and they're planning to spend millions of dollars attacking President Donald Trump for his response to the crisis. According to a Tuesday story from the Washington Post, Pacronym — which is a political action committee associated with the left-wing nonprofit, Acronym — plans to spend $5 million hitting the incumbent president for his public health response.
New Border Patrol chief says he won’t turn illegal aliens over for criminal prosecution if sanctuary jurisdictions won’t return them
The Border Patrol's new chief said this week that the law enforcement agency won't be turning over illegal aliens accused of crimes if the prosecuting jurisdiction can't guarantee that they'll be given back to federal authorities for deportation afterward.
Iran and China have increased persecution of religious minorities during their coronavirus response: report
A recent report from an independent government commission says that some of the world's governments — including the repressive regimes of China and Iran — have made matters worse for people's religious freedom as a result of their efforts to address the spread of the new coronavirus, formally known as COVID-19.
The Red Cross is facing a ‘severe blood shortage’ because of the coronavirus response
It may seem like most areas of American life are temporarily pausing right now because of the coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — but that hasn't stopped people from needing blood donations. It has, however, stopped a lot of blood drives from taking place and led to a "severe blood shortage," according to the American Red Cross. "As the coronavirus pandemic has grown here in the U.S., blood drive cancellations have grown at an alarming rate," the Red Cross said in a Tuesday news release.
Some people are worried about how the coronavirus fallout could hurt abortion clinics
While the United States and the world take prudential steps to confront and combat the global spread of the new coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — some people have actually raised concerns that the response efforts might negatively impact women's ability to abort their unborn children.
President Trump says drive-thrus will remain open amid coronavirus response after meeting with fast-food CEOs
The administration is urging people to avoid restaurants for the time being due to the ongoing outbreak of coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — but President Donald Trump says that fast-food companies have agreed to keep their drive-thru and pickup options up and running in the meantime. The president made the announcement at a White House press briefing Tuesday following a morning telephone meeting with several fast-food industry leaders about the ongoing viral outbreak.
PolitiFact slaps Joe Biden with ‘mostly false’ rating for claiming that the US ‘refused’ WHO coronavirus tests
Left-leaning fact-checking website PolitiFact called out Democratic presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden with a "mostly false" rating over a recent claim that the United States "refused" to accept coronavirus testing kits offered by the World Health Organization. Biden made the claim during Sunday night's Democratic presidential primary debate against Sen.
Study finds most coronavirus transmission comes from people who don’t know they have it
People who have the coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — but don't have symptoms and don't get tested for it may be responsible for a large majority of the disease's transmission, according to newly published research findings. A study conducted by epidemiologists and published in the peer-reviewed academic journal "Science" on Monday used data from the coronavirus outbreak in China to develop a model of the disease's spread.
EU leader calls for travel ban to Europe to fight coronavirus spread
In response to the global spread of the coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — a top official of the European Union has called for European leaders to impose travel restrictions to E.U. countries.
Barr tells federal prosectors to prioritize cases of coronavirus scammers amid outbreak
United Sates Attorney General William Barr has told federal prosecutors to prioritize cases of "wrongdoers" looking to seize on the global spread of coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — for illicit gain.
Mitch McConnell is asking GOP-appointed judges to step aside so younger replacements can be confirmed: Report
As the 2020 elections draw closer, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) has reportedly been reaching out to Republican-appointed federal judges and encouraging them to step aside so other, younger nominees can take their places in a timely fashion.
Justin Trudeau announces that Canada will close borders to non-Canadians due to coronavirus spread
Liberal Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that his government will close the country's borders to non-Canadians, with a few exceptions, in response to the global outbreak of coronavirus. "We will be denying entry to Canada to people who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents," Trudeau explained at a Monday afternoon news conference while announcing the country's latest steps to address the global disease outbreak.
US researchers have begun the first set of coronavirus vaccine clinical tests
U.S. researchers have started the initial phases of clinical safety testing for a potential coronavirus vaccine, marking the beginning of a long, multistep process.
Oregon distillery makes free hand sanitizer amid coronavirus outbreak
An Oregon distillery is helping out during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak by making and giving out free bottles of hand sanitizer to people. According to KPTV-TV, Shine Distillery and Grill in Portland makes the in-house hand sanitizer using a byproduct of the distillation process that's not meant for human consumption, rather than the stuff they serve at the bar: Basically, when they distill the alcohol, the first part that comes out isn't meant to drink, so they make a cleaner out of it.
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SCOTUS postpones hearing arguments due to coronavirus spread
Businesses, schools, and public events around the United States have begun to temporarily shut down some operations for the near future due to the global spread of the coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19. Now the highest court in the land is following suit. According to a Monday announcement from the Supreme Court of the United States, all oral arguments for the rest of the month have been postponed for the foreseeable future.
Stocks plunge dramatically at opening as coronavirus concerns fuel trading halt
Financial markets appear to be off to yet another coronavirus-driven rollercoaster week with a post-opening bell stock plummet and a short trading halt on Monday morning. According to the Associated Press: Stocks dropped 8% in the first minutes of trading Monday on Wall Street and triggered another temporary halt to trading as huge swaths of the economy come closer to shutting down, from airlines to restaurants ... The selling was just as aggressive in markets around the world.
CBP agents bust alleged smuggling attempt of phony coronavirus tests at US airport
U.S. Customs and Border Patrol announced over the weekend that agents had seized a package filled with what authorities believe to be phony coronavirus testing kits, and stopped them from entering the United States. According to a Saturday CBP news release, agents at Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday inspected a package that had been manifested as containing "purified water vials" valued at just under $200.
When pressed on his extreme abortion comments, DNC chair questions the faith of Trump supporters
When pressed about the Democratic Party's abortion stance in a recent interview, Democratic National Committee Chairman Tom Perez responded by questioning the faith of people who "go to church on Sunday" while also supporting President Donald Trump.
Ohio governor orders schools closed for ‘an extended spring break of 3 weeks’ because of coronavirus
Schoolchildren in Ohio are in for a long spring vacation starting Monday, as the state's governor has ordered all of the schools closed for three weeks in response to the ongoing global outbreak of the new coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19. Republican Gov.
McConnell cancels Senate recess as lawmakers work to reach agreement on coronavirus aid bill
The Senate will be in session next week despite a scheduled recess while lawmakers work on legislation to address the ongoing global coronavirus outbreak, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) announced on Thursday afternoon. "Notwithstanding the scheduled state work period, the Senate will be in session next week," McConnell wrote in a tweet. "I am glad talks are ongoing between the Administration and Speaker Pelosi.
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau announces self-quarantine after wife shows ‘flu-like symptoms’
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has opted to go into self-quarantine and work from home while waiting for coronavirus test results for his wife. A statement from Trudeau's office issued Thursday says that the 48-year-old prime minister made the decision after his wife, Sophie, started showing "flu-like symptoms including a low fever" Wednesday night after returning from a speaking engagement in the United Kingdom and was subsequently tested for the virus — formally known as COVID-19.
Female state senators from both parties walk out of chamber as Utah Senate passes pro-life ultrasound bill
All six of Utah's female state senators walked out of the Senate chamber Tuesday as lawmakers passed a bill that would make getting an ultrasound a requirement before getting an abortion. According to the Salt Lake Tribune, the women walked out in protest, leaving only the chamber's male members to vote on the bill, which passed 16-7: Spanish Fork Republican Sen.
Congress and the White House cancel public tours amid coronavirus spread in nation's capital
Due to the ongoing spread of the coronavirus, visitors to Washington, D.C., for the rest of the month of March will not be able to tour the U.S. Capitol, and tours of the White House have been suspended as well.
U.S. Senate staffer tests positive for coronavirus
As lawmakers and the administration work to address the ongoing global spread of the coronavirus, the first known case of the disease on Capitol Hill was reported on Wednesday night. A statement from Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) says that one of her staffers has tested positive for the virus — formally known as COVID-19.
Supreme court sides with Trump, overturns 9th Circuit block on 'remain in Mexico' policy
The Supreme Court handed President Donald Trump a win on Wednesday with a court order giving his administration a judicial green light to continue enforcement of its "Migrant Protection Protocols," otherwise known as the "remain in Mexico" policy for the time being. Last week, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco upheld a lower court's decision blocking the policy from going into effect in Arizona and California — the two border states within its geographical jurisdiction.
Olympic torch lighting ceremony will be closed to spectators because of the coronavirus outbreak
As the world's top athletes get ready for the upcoming Summer Olympic games in Toyko, Japan, the ceremonial lighting of the Olympic torch will be closed to the public as a result of the ongoing global coronavirus outbreak.
WHO classifies coronavirus as a ‘pandemic,’ but still says it can be ‘controlled’
The global outbreak of the new coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — is now classified as a "pandemic" by the World Health Organization, according to remarks from the head of the international organization on Wednesday. "WHO has been assessing this outbreak around the clock, and we are deeply concerned both by the alarming levels of spread and severity and by the alarming levels of inaction," WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said at a press briefing in Geneva, Switzerland.
Weinstein sentenced to 23 years in prison; his lawyers previously said he wouldn’t survive more than five
Disgraced former Hollywood movie mogul Harvey Weinstein could very well spend the rest of his life behind bars after being sentenced to 23 years in prison Wednesday on rape and sexual assault convictions, according to his lawyers.
Gallup polling shows congressional Republicans faring better with Americans than Democrats after impeachment
Recent polling from Gallup shows that Americans approved more of congressional Republicans' job performance than that of congressional Democrats following the conclusion of President Donald Trump's impeachment trial last month. In the numbers released Tuesday, congressional Republicans' job approval rating stood at 40%, compared with 35% for Democrats.
'Prime opportunity for enterprising criminals': Secret Service warns about online scammers seizing on coronavirus outbreak
The U.S. Secret Service is warning people to be on the lookout for online scammers looking to take advantage of the ongoing outbreak of the coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — through efforts to swipe their money or personal information. "Criminals are opportunists, and as seen in the past, any major news event can become an opportunity for groups or individuals with malicious intentions. The Coronavirus is no different," a Tuesday press release from the federal law enforcement agency said.
DNC says Sanders/Biden AZ debate will go on despite coronavirus concerns — but without an audience
Viewers shouldn't expect to hear any cheers or applause in the background of Sunday night's Democratic primary debate, regardless of what happens on stage. Due to concerns about the ongoing outbreak of the coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — the Democratic National Committee announced Tuesday that the event will take place without a live audience.
DC appeals court sides with House Democrats, says DOJ must hand over sealed Mueller grand jury info
A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the Department of Justice has to turn sealed grand jury information from the Mueller probe over to congressional Democrats. In a 2-1 decision, the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals sided with the House Judiciary Committee, which requested a court order unsealing the materials in late July and was granted in October.
Biden claims he didn’t think Iraq had WMDs when he voted for the war. CNN reporter fact-checks him.
2020 presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden claims that he didn't think that Saddam Hussein had weapons of mass destruction and that he voted for the Iraq war to prove otherwise, but some of his past statements don't necessarily support that. In a Monday night interview on MSNBC's "The Last Word," host Lawrence O'Donnell asked Biden if rival candidate Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) — who opposed the war — had exercised better judgment on the matter.
VP Pence announces that health insurance companies will waive copays related to coronavirus testing
Vice President Mike Pence announced Tuesday that multiple insurance companies have agreed to waive copays associated with coronavirus testing in an effort to encourage Americans to get tested for the new disease.
DNC has no plans to scrap upcoming Sanders/Biden debate over coronavirus concerns
While large public gatherings around the country and the world have been canceled or postponed due to the ongoing outbreak of the new coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — the Democratic National Committee says that it doesn't plan to cancel its upcoming 2020 presidential primary debate, at least for now. According to a statement from DNC spokesperson Xochitl Hinojosa on Monday, Sunday's debate in Phoenix should go ahead as planned, the Arizona Republic reported.
Minnesota city recognizes ‘Abortion Providers Appreciation Day’ to 'celebrate' abortionists' 'high-quality care'
In St. Paul, Minnesota, Tuesday officially marks "Abortion Providers Appreciation Day" in the city after the city council decided to wade into the national debate on the right to life last week.
‘A threat to the public health’: Feds issue warnings to companies hawking 'fraudulent' coronavirus products like essential oils
The global outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus has people around the world concerned for their safety and well-being, which creates a natural environment for some people to try to exploit those fears for their own financial gain. On Monday, two federal consumer protection bodies announced efforts to combat such fleecing by sending warnings to multiple companies about selling "fraudulent" cures and means of prevention for the virus.
Hundreds of DC churchgoers urged to self-quarantine after Episcopal priest who served communion tests positive for coronavirus
The new coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — officially came the nation's capital over the weekend with news that an Episcopal priest had tested positive for the disease, and now hundreds people who attended services at his church are being urged to self-quarantine. "DC Health was notified of a confirmed case of COVID-19 at Christ Church, Georgetown Episcopal," a Monday statement from D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser's office said.
Netanyahu announces 14-day coronavirus self-quarantine for everyone coming to Israel from overseas
Amid the continued outbreak of the new coronavirus — formally known as COVID-19 — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Monday that all travelers coming to the country from abroad will subject to a two-week quarantine upon arrival. "After a day of complex discussions, we made a decision: Everyone who comes to Israel from abroad will enter the 14-day isolation," the prime minister said in a tweet, according to a Twitter translation from Hebrew.
Obama-era inspector general indicted in alleged scheme to steal government workers' info for personal gain
An former government official whose job used to be reporting improper conduct at the Department of Homeland Security has been indicted by federal authorities in an alleged scheme to defraud the government and steal federal workers' private information.
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