Day: May 29, 2023

I truly understood Memorial Day when I became part of this Gold Star family

10:00 am May 29, 2023

As a retired teacher, I know that you learn things better if you experience them yourself. Often, we think we understand something, only to find out later that we just skimmed the surface, missing the depths to be explored. The observance of Memorial Day was one of those things for me. Growing up in Bethlehem, […]

Chicago toddler shoots herself after finding gun at home in Rogers Park neighborhood: police

9:04 am May 29, 2023

A toddler in Chicago was hospitalized Sunday night after she found a gun and shot herself, according to police. Chicago police said the 2-year-old girl was rushed to the hospital after accidentally shooting herself in the hand. She was reported to be in “good condition.” The shooting happened on West Jonquil Terrace in the Rogers […]

CUNY Law commencement speaker claims laws are ‘White supremacy,’ attacks ‘fascist’ police and military

9:00 am May 29, 2023

The City University of New York’s (CUNY) public law school’s commencement featured a speech from a graduating student calling for a “revolution” to challenge “oppressive” institutions in America. The speaker mentioned institutions of law and order such as the military, the police, Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the U.S. prison system. “I come to you […]

Memorial Day 2023: Note on a white stone cross

9:00 am May 29, 2023

Hey Brother, Just checking in. Looks like some of the other boys have come by today. Lots of flowers. Did you ever think you’d be getting a bunch of flowers from guys in the platoon? I sure didn’t. I TRULY UNDERSTOOD MEMORIAL DAY WHEN I BECAME PART OF THIS GOLD STAR FAMILY But here you […]

Sen. Dianne Feinstein confused by VP Kamala Harris’ participation in tie-breaking vote: report

8:18 am May 29, 2023

California Sen. Dianne Feinstein, a Democrat, was reportedly confused last year after observing Vice President Kamala Harris presiding over the Senate for a tie-breaking vote. Feinstein, 89, appeared unaware during one vote as to why Harris, who had previously broken numerous ties, was taking up her role as president of the Senate, according to a […]