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1+ hour, 20+ min ago (357+ words) Nevada State Engineer Adam Sullivan, who is responsible for managing water usage and resources in the driest state in the country, has abruptly left the role. Jenny Jackson, a spokesperson for the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), said in a statement Friday that Sullivan, who was also administrator for the Division of Water Resources, is "no longer serving," but did not answer questions about what drove Sullivan's unexpected departure. "DCNR is very appreciative of Adam's service and wishes him well in his future endeavors," Jackson wrote. "The Department is now focused on strengthening Nevada's water management and ensuring a smooth leadership transition." Former deputy administrator Chris Thorson is the new acting administrator for the Division of Water Resources. The departure is unusual given that the state engineer often serves under multiple governors; the role requires expertise in…...

2+ hour, 29+ min ago (247+ words) WASHINGTON " Accused of climbing through a student's bedroom window and filming child sex abuse material, a D.C. high school teacher was arrested by the FBI, US Attorney for DC Jeanine Pirro announced Friday." WUSA9 has reached out to the DCI -- the public charter school in Northwest DC where Gass taught -- and was waiting for a response Friday afternoon." Charges faced by Gass: These instances of sexual abuse were recorded "numerous times," according to the DOJ, between Oct. 13 and Nov. 9. Although agents believe the two began texting in March." FBI agents arrested Gass on Thursday morning in Hyattsville, Md., where the teacher lives." The victim told the Metropolitan Police Department that Gass would usually enter her window around 1 a.m. and leave before her mother woke up for work around 4 a.m. The 16-year-old also told police that the teacher sexually abused her inside a parking garage at…...

2+ hour, 33+ min ago (309+ words) The Trump administration announced plans Wednesday to add another militarized zone to the southern border " this time in California " as part of a major shift that has thrust troops into border enforcement with Mexico like never before. The Department of Interior said it would transfer jurisdiction along most of California's border with Mexico to the Navy to reinforce "the historic role public lands have played in safeguarding national sovereignty." The Interior Department described the newest national defense area in California as a high-traffic zone for unlawful crossings by immigrants. But Border Patrol arrests along the southern U.S. border this year have dropped to the slowest pace since the 1960s amid President Trump's push for mass deportations. The move places long stretches of the border under the supervision of nearby military bases, empowering U.S. troops to detain people who enter the country illegally and…...

2+ hour, 34+ min ago (283+ words) Robert Thomas will oversee operations of several city-owned events venues, including Paramount Theatre and ImOn Ice Arena Dec. 12, 2025 1:26 pm CEDAR RAPIDS " The Alliant Energy PowerHouse, Paramount Theatre and several other Cedar Rapids events venues have a new executive director in entertainment industry insider Robert Thomas. VenuWorks, which oversees management of the city-owned facilities, tapped Thomas for the role in a recent press release citing his nearly two decades of industry experience and "strong background in multiunit operations, talent buying and strategic growth." "I'm honored to join VenuWorks as executive director in Cedar Rapids," Thomas said in the release. "I look forward to working with our talented team to serve the community and bring outstanding events to the city and (its) citizens." In his new role, Thomas will oversee operations of the Alliant Energy PowerHouse, Paramount Theatre, McGrath Amphitheatre and the…...

2+ hour, 37+ min ago (566+ words) The National Institute of Military Justice released a scathing statement, slamming Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth for his attack against Senator Mark Kelly. The NIMJ, which identifies as an "independent, non-partisan body of military justice experts" that has been advocating for justice and fair administration in the armed forces since 1991, said that attacking military retirees, such as Kelly, who was a captain in the U.S. Navy, "creates the potential for targeted, abusive and politically motivated actions." "Secretary Hegseth's zeal to have the military punish Senator Kelly is a worst-case scenario of this problem," the organization wrote in its release, adding that they condemn "any attempt by military leaders to punish Senator Mark Kelly, a military retiree, for his speech." Representatives for Hegseth and Kelly did not immediately respond to the Beast's request for comment. " Sen. Elissa Slotkin (@SenatorSlotkin) November 18, 2025 Hegseth then…...

2+ hour, 43+ min ago (390+ words) Gary Redner, 55, was beaten to death outside his neighbor's home in Lower Heidelberg Township, Berks County, on March 9, 2008. Redner was an executive at the Redner's Warehouse Market chain, which has several locations in the Philadelphia suburbs. More than 17 years have passed since Gary Redner, an executive at the Redner's grocery chain was found beaten to death near his home in Berks County. Pennsylvania State Police are now seeking new information that could help solve the cold case. They're offering a $5,000 reward for credible tips that help identify Redner's killer. MORE:Police seek man who put envelope full of cash in wrong Delco mailbox Redner was 55 when his body was found severely beaten outside a home on the 400 block of Reber's Bridge Road, in Lower Heidelberg Township, on March 9, 2008. An autopsy determined he died of blunt force trauma to the head,…...

2+ hour, 46+ min ago (586+ words) SAM DINGMAN: With the recent anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, KJZZ reporter Gabriel Pietrorazio has been documenting the historical context of the U.S. response to the attack. In a weeklong series, he looks at Arizona's connection to the Japanese internment policies that were instituted following Pearl Harbor, and how it ties into the broader story of racialized public policy. Gabe joins me now for a closer look at the series. Gabe, good morning. GABRIEL PIETRORAZIO: Good morning, Sam. DINGMAN: So, Gabe, listeners may be generally aware with the Japanese internment camps, but not necessarily aware of Arizona's role in this particular chapter of history. Tell us about the state's role in the story. DINGMAN: Yes, and that's a very critical part of the reporting that you've done here. Why did the U.S. decide to put the Arizona camps on tribal…...

2+ hour, 49+ min ago (28+ words) The Greatest News Site On The Internet. Home of CFP Nation. New militarized zone on California Mexico border. Posted by Kane on December 12, 2025 2:10 pm...

2+ hour, 49+ min ago (213+ words) LAGUNA HILLS, Calif. (KABC) -- A bible study group leader was arrested last week in Laguna Hills for allegedly sexually abusing a teen boy. Cameron Taylor Heath, 39, was booked into the Orange County Jail for lewd and lascivious act with a minor under 14. According to the Orange County Sheriff's Department, deputies began looking into Heath in October. "During the follow-up investigation, it was discovered that several years earlier, the victim was sexually abused by the family's bible study group leader, Cameron Heath," said the department in a statement. They said he served as a member of Generations Church in Placentia and ran the Action Kids youth fitness center from 2010 to 2012. Heath also led a bible study group known as "The Branch" and was the founder and president of "Deed and Truth Ministries," a San Diego-based nonprofit supporting orphanages in Baja California....

2+ hour, 57+ min ago (121+ words) Founded in 2004, Seeking Alpha is an industry-leading financial research platform powered by one of the world's largest investing communities. We bridge the gap between financial information and actionable insight by providing unrivaled coverage on all asset classes and access to best-in-class tools. From in-depth analysis on thousands of stocks to timely investment ideas and market-beating Quant ratings*, Seeking Alpha is an essential resource for millions of investors globally. jetcityimage/iStock Editorial via Getty Images PNC Financial Services Group (PNC) on Friday announced the receipt of regulatory approvals for the ~$4.1B acquisition of FirstBank Holding. The company said the approvals have been received from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Office of...