Chicago alderwoman apologizes for ‘wrong place at the wrong time’ comment on slain student

A progressive Chicago lawmaker issued an apology Tuesday after facing backlash for suggesting a slain college student was in the “wrong place at the wrong time.” Last Thursday, Sheridan Gorman, 18, of Westchester County, New York, was gunned down while taking a walk with friends around 1:30 a.m. along Chicago’s lakefront. Alderwoman Maria Hadden sparked … Read more

Florida GOP gubernatorial candidate calls for sweeping federal limits on Muslim immigration

A Florida GOP gubernatorial candidate is pushing a “permanent” federal ban on Muslim immigration, arguing Islam is incompatible with American law and values. Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, who launched his gubernatorial bid in the Sunshine State last summer, said Tuesday he would propose and promote a federal ban on Muslim immigration that is … Read more

Jury rules against Meta in landmark trial

After one day of deliberation, a jury awarded 375 million dollars to the state of New Mexico which accused Meta of creating a breeding ground for predators looking to exploit kids and teens online. NBC News’ Laura Jarrett has the latest on the ruling and what it could mean for the social media giant.