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1+ min ago (250+ words) the memorial dedicated to slained 23 years old Ukrainian Iryna Zarutska at the East/West Blvd lightrail station in Charlotte NC, United States on Sept. 11, 2025. (Peter Zay/Anadolu via Getty Images) Hailey Gomez / @haileyggomez Hailey Gomez is a general assignment reporter for the Daily Caller News Foundation. DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION'Iryna's Law" took effect in North Carolina on Monday after lawmakers passed the tough-on-crime legislation in response to a Ukrainian refugee's highly publicized murder on a Charlotte train. Zarutska was fatally stabbed on a light rail train by a man whom authorities identified as Decarlos Brown Jr., a mentally ill homeless resident with'more than a dozen prior arrests. The law mandates that police inform judges about any arrestee behavior that shows they are dangerous to the community before detainment decisions are made. Judges must also order officials to provide a criminal…...

5+ min ago (153+ words) Gov. Gianforte signs law protecting gun rights amid federal reforms. This Article is Brought to you by the Gun News Daily News Team Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has signed a law that prohibits state and local law enforcement from enforcing federal gun bans, a move he claims is necessary to protect Second Amendment rights. This legislation reflects growing tensions between state and federal authorities over gun control, especially in the context of President Biden's ongoing push for reform. Under this new law, Montana aims to assert its stance against federal regulations regarding firearms, ammunition, and magazines. Gianforte's action signals a significant shift in the state's policies towards federal gun laws, drawing attention to the broader national debate surrounding gun rights and regulation. Get Great New Gun & Ammo Deals! No Smamming - No Selling Your Emal Your emails are safe with us....

5+ min ago (201+ words) Airstrikes destroy 15 ISIS weapon storage sites in southern Syria, signaling ongoing efforts to combat the resurgence of the militant group. This Article is Brought to you by the Gun News Daily News Team The U.S. military, in coordination with Syrian forces, recently conducted airstrikes that obliterated 15 Islamic State (ISIS) weapon storage facilities in southern Syria. This operation, carried out between November 24 and November 27, resulted in the destruction of more than 130 mortars and rockets, along with various assault rifles and anti-tank mines, according to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). Admiral Brad Cooper, the commander of CENTCOM, stated that this decisive action is crucial for ensuring that the gains made against ISIS are maintained over time. The militant organization, which once controlled substantial territory in both Syria and Iraq, has shown signs of regrouping despite previous setbacks. The implications of this military operation underscore the…...

5+ min ago (194+ words) A new bill aims to require gun safety training for actors after the tragic Rust shooting incident. This Article is Brought to you by the Gun News Daily News Team In response to the tragic death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film Rust, New Mexico Senator Cliff Pirtle introduces a bill mandating state-sponsored gun safety training for all film-set professionals. This legislation seeks to enhance safety protocols by requiring individuals in the film industry to complete a course primarily designed for hunters, particularly in instances where firearms are utilized. Senator Pirtle, who has expressed his heartbreak over the incident involving actor Alec Baldwin, emphasizes the need for more accountability in handling firearms on set. Failure to comply with the proposed training could jeopardize production companies" eligibility for crucial state film tax rebates that range from 25% to…...

9+ min ago (39+ words) [caption id="attachment_687849" align="alignnone" width="2160"] "Pritzker Rhetoric," editorial cartoon by Yogi Love for'The American Spectator on Dec. 1, 2025.[/caption] "Pritzker Rhetoric," editorial cartoon by Yogi Love for The American Spectator on Dec. 1, 2025....

9+ min ago (465+ words) An Indiana state senator said her house was the target of a "pipe bomb threat." "Unfortunately, my house was the target of a pipe bomb threat on Saturday evening. This is a result of the D.C. political pundits for redistricting," Indiana state Sen. Jean Leising, a Republican, said. "Thanks to the Oldenburg Town Marshall, the Franklin County Sheriff's Office and the ISP, all is okay!" she added. Leising said she "will not cave" on her opposition to the redistricting effort. " Jean Leising (@sen_jeanleising) November 30, 2025 The GOP is looking to pick up seats through redistricting to offset potential losses in next year's midterms, though Democrats have started responding in California, where the party is expected to pick up five seats. Indiana Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray (R) initially issued a statement saying his caucus didn't have the votes to move forward with redistricting,…...

11+ min ago (16+ words) Previously charged with misdemeanor assault and battery, Tettley-Tamaklo was hired as a Graduate Teaching Fellow....

12+ min ago (448+ words) Ole Miss didn't want to hold a long coaching search with Lane Kiffin bolting for LSU before the College Football Playoff (CFP). The school wasted no time promoting defensive coordinator Pete Golding to permanent head coach in November 2025, eschewing the interim label with hope that having a familiar voice at the helm will help the program maintain a sense of continuity beyond this season. Meet the 41-year-old who is suddenly tasked with leading the Rebels into the CFP. A native of Hammond, La. " less than an hour away from Kiffin's new stomping grounds in Baton Rouge " Golding played safety for four years at Division II Delta State, less than two hours away from Oxford. He then jumped right into coaching, joining Delta State's staff as a graduate assistant. Golding joined Division II Tusculum in 2007 as its defensive backs coach and…...

12+ min ago (80+ words) If you live in that district, GO VOTE! If you live in that district, GO VOTE! Or by mail to: Free Republic, LLC - PO Box 9771 - Fresno, CA 93794 Thank you very much and God bless you. We'll win it handily. They will just get the stupid Hillbillies to vote democrat, for a jug of white lightning brew. It's already over ,I'm sure the Soros money is flowing to the have nots. Is it a safe seat?...

12+ min ago (482+ words) Goldman Sachs announced Monday it has agreed to acquire Innovator Capital Management " a firm specializing in exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, designed to limit investor losses " for about $2 billion. The cash-and-stock deal aims to expand the Wall Street giant's offerings in a rapidly growing area of the investment market. The acquisition, set to close in the second quarter of 2026, will bring Innovator into Goldman's asset management division, which oversees investments for clients. Innovator said it managed $28 billion in assets across 159 ETFs as of Sept. 30. ETFs are investment funds that trade on stock exchanges in the same way that individual stocks do. They typically hold a basket of assets that include stocks or bonds. Innovator focuses on "defined-outcome" ETFs, which utilize financial contracts known as options " agreements that allow buyers to purchase or sell assets at predetermined prices " to cushion against market…...