In a message to parents, school administrators
in Oak Park and River Forest, Illinois, said, , “We are writing to inform you and not alarm you.".
We have been made aware of
a nationwide viral TikTok trend
about ‘school shooting and
bomb threats for every school
in the USA even elementary’
on Friday, December 17, Oak Part and River Forest school administrators, via 'USA Today'.
In a statement on Twitter, TikTok said that it had
found no evidence of the threats on the platform.
.
We handle even rumored threats with utmost seriousness, which is why we’re working with law enforcement to look into warnings about potential violence at schools even though we have not found evidence of such threats originating or spreading via TikTok, TikTok statement, via 'USA Today'.
We handle even rumored threats with utmost seriousness, which is why we’re working with law enforcement to look into warnings about potential violence at schools even though we have not found evidence of such threats originating or spreading via TikTok, TikTok statement, via 'USA Today'.
The anonymous threats come shortly
after a deadly school shooting in Michigan,
as well as various copycat threats.
.
'USA Today' reports that platforms like TikTok
are usually exempt from liability for
the material users post on their networks.
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Dolly Parton To Star in Musical , About Taco Bell’s Mexican Pizza on TikTok.
Dolly Parton To Star in Musical , About Taco Bell’s Mexican Pizza on TikTok.
Parton took to social media on May 9
to share that she's nabbed the lead role
in "Mexican Pizza: The Musical.".
Parton took to social media on May 9
to share that she's nabbed the lead role
in "Mexican Pizza: The Musical.".
The cover of the screenplay states that the musical is
"based on the true story of the Internet losing its mind" when
Taco Bell removed the Mexican Pizza from its menu in 2020.
NBC News reports the
musical draws inspiration
from TikTok star
Victor Kundra's parody... .
... based on Doja Cat's
jingle that went
viral in March. .
Parton, who just so happens to love Taco Bell,
told Insider in January that she thought the
chain should bring the Mexican Pizza back. .
They used to make a little ... Mexican Pizza, which is also good. I love that, Dolly Parton, via Insider.
Taco Bell has since announced the item
will return to menus on May 19. .
The musical is written by Hannah Friedman with music by Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear.
It will be released on May 26 at 8 p.m. ET
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Kim Kardashian Makes , Solo TikTok Account.
Kim Kardashian Makes , Solo TikTok Account.
'Entertainment Tonight' reports Kardashian made her solo TikTok debut on April 25.
Captioned "Hey guys," the 41-year-old's first post garnered over 1.6 million views in 12 hours.
The video features a voiceover that says,
"So you're an artist, are you good at it?"
while Kardashian's hairstylist,
Chris Appleton, and makeup artist
Mario Dedivanovic mouth "yeah.".
Then, the video cuts to a
glammed up Kardashian
as she poses for the camera.
Her new account already has
over 3 million followers.
While this is Kardashian's first solo post, she launched a
joint account with daughter North on Thanksgiving Day.
While this is Kardashian's first solo post, she launched a
joint account with daughter North on Thanksgiving Day.
'ET' reports the joint account surprised fans, as Kardashian previously said North wasn't allowed to post videos she makes.
'ET' reports the joint account surprised fans, as Kardashian previously said North wasn't allowed to post videos she makes.
But the mother and daughter have since posted dozens of TikToks together, and fans are loving it.
They're seemingly already loving
Kardashian's solo content too.
A solo Kim K tiktok
is exactly what we
needed and that’s
on bible! , TikTok user
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Vicky White, the former prison guard accused of helping murder suspect Casey White escape from an Alabama jail, had a gun in her hand when a police chase ended.. TMZ.com
Governors React to Reports , That Supreme Court Has Voted To, Overturn Roe v. Wade.
On May 2, Politico published a
leaked Supreme Court draft opinion... .
... showing that a majority of the lawmakers voted to overturn the landmark ruling that was established almost 50 years ago. .
Politico reports that if the ruling is reversed, abortion would not be federally illegal, but it would let individual states decide how to handle the controversial issue. .
Governors from several states issued statements
upon hearing reports of the leaked draft opinion.
I have advocated for the reversal of Roe v. Wade all my political career. The leak from someone within the court is reprehensible and should lead to an investigation but I do hope the court returns authority to the states, Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, via NPR.
Our daughters, sisters, mothers, and grandmothers will not be silenced. The world is about to hear their fury. California will not sit back. We are going to fight like hell, California Gov. Gavin Newsom, via NPR.
Hell no! In Illinois, we trust women. We cannot let their most profound and personal rights be violated, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, via NPR.
If this report is true and Roe v. Wade is overturned, I will immediately call for a special session to save lives and guarantee that every unborn child has a right to life in South Dakota, South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, via NPR.
All Americans should have access
to abortion –– full stop. Abortion is
health care and protected by state law in Oregon. We will fight to keep it that way,
no matter what this Supreme Court decides, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown, via NPR.
NOT HERE, NOT IN OUR LIFETIME. Washington is and will remain pro-choice. And we will not slow down
in the fight to ensure safe, affordable access to every person who needs it, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, via NPR
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Chicago Mayor Proposes Gift Cards , To Help Residents Pay for Gas.
NPR reports that Lori Lightfoot, the mayor
of Chicago, wants to help residents of the
city battle rising fuel costs.
Per AAA, residents of Illinois are now paying an average of $4.46 per gallon of gas, .
while the national average
sits at $4.23 per gallon.
Now, as inflation steadily rises and the cost of gas continues to soar, our disadvantaged residents are carrying a significant
financial burden. , Mayor Lori Lightfoot, via NPR.
Lightfoot's proposed program,
Chicago Moves, would give 50,000
residents a prepaid gas card worth $150.
100,000 more would receive
a transit card worth $50.
Officials say the program would
cost the city around $12.5 million.
Beginning in May, cards
will be distributed in five successive monthly waves
of 10,000 residents. , Office of Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, via NPR.
Only those with a valid city vehicle
sticker and an income equal to or less
than 140% of Chicago's median income
will be eligible for gas cards.
Transit cards will be allocated by
geographical data. Officials say low-income neighborhoods will receive priority.
The CTA remains the most affordable and convenient way to get around the city, , CTA President Dorval R. Carter, Jr., via NPR.
... and we work hard every day to provide the essential service
that so many Chicagoans rely on — especially when public
transit is the only option. , CTA President Dorval R. Carter, Jr., via NPR.
Applications will open on April 27
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US Supreme Court Rules on , Campaign Loan Repayment Limits, , a Victory for Sen. Ted Cruz.
NBC News reports the
United States Supreme Court ...
... nixed federal restrictions on political candidates who self-finance their campaigns.
The ruling is a win for Senator Ted Cruz,
the Republican from Texas who
challenged the restrictions.
Ruling 6-3, the court says the law,
enacted in 2002, was a direct violation
of a candidate's free expression.
The U.S. Supreme Court said as
money buys candidates the ability
to spread their message.
limiting a candidate's expenses
implicates the First Amendment.
According to NBC News, Cruz self-financed $260,000 for his re-election campaign in 2018.
The senator went above financial campaign limits to trigger a Supreme Court response.
US Chief Justice John Roberts said such limits
on self-financing increased the risk that
candidates wouldn't be repaid if they
loaned their campaigns too much.
That risk in turn may deter
some candidates from loaning
money to their campaigns when
they otherwise would, reducing
the amount of political speech, U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts,
writing for the court's majority, via NBC News
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Earl Thomas was arrested Friday night in Texas after he was spotted at a bar ... just days after a judge issued a warrant for the former NFL star after the DB.. TMZ.com
A little white boy came storming over to the home of a Black family in Texas with a whip in hand and a beating in mind, it seems, and the whole thing was.. TMZ.com
Texas Supreme Court Rules , State Can Investigate Parents
of Trans Kids.
The ruling by the Texas Supreme Court was handed down on May 13.
It overrules the injunction of a lower court that disallowed state officials to investigate parents for child abuse who allow gender-affirming care for their trans kids.
Republican TX Governor Greg Abbott had issued
a directive on Feb. 22 that equated
"sex change procedures" to "child abuse.".
Furthermore, his office ordered the Texas Department
of Family and Protective Services (DFPS)...
... to "investigate the parents of a child who is subjected to these abusive gender-transitioning procedures." .
I hereby direct [DFPS] to conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of any reported instances of these abusive procedures in the state of Texas, ACLU of Texas, via NPR News.
The Texas Supreme Court's ruling was unanimous and surely to be contentious.
While it
overrules the injunction
placed upon Abbott's order, .
it also states that child welfare agencies are
"not compelled" to follow the views of Abbott or his
Attorney General, Ken Paxton.
Just as the governor lacks authority to issue a binding 'directive' to DFPS, the court of appeals lacks authority to afford statewide relief to nonparties, Texas Supreme Court, via NPR News.
In responding to the ruling, advocacy groups seemed to recognize the nuances of how the court responded.
Denying healthcare to trans kids is life-threatening, ACLU of Texas, via NPR News.
Multiple court rulings have now made clear that enforcement of this policy causes harm to youth and their families, ACLU of Texas, via NPR News.
According to NPR,
Gov. Abbott's order has
caused some families who
support their trans children
to leave Texas
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Republican-Led States Move , To Sue Biden Administration for, Lifting Border Policy Title 42 .
'Fox News' reports that on April 4,
three Republican-led states
announced their lawsuit ...
... recently filed against the Biden Administration for halting Title 42.
... recently filed against the Biden Administration for halting Title 42.
Title 42 is a public health order put in place during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
It has since been used to expel migrants
at the southern border between
the United States and Mexico.
According to 'Fox News' the lawsuit has
been filed by the attorneys general of Missouri, Arizona and Louisiana.
This suit challenges an imminent, man-made, self-inflicted calamity: , Statement from the attorneys general of
Arizona, Lousiana and Missouri, via 'Fox News'.
the abrupt elimination of the only safety valve preventing this administration’s disastrous border policies from devolving into an unmitigated catastrophe. , Statement from the attorneys general of
Arizona, Lousiana and Missouri, via 'Fox News'.
the abrupt elimination of the only safety valve preventing this administration’s disastrous border policies from devolving into an unmitigated catastrophe. , Statement from the attorneys general of
Arizona, Lousiana and Missouri, via 'Fox News'.
We want to stop the Biden administration from rescinding Title 42 because it may be one
of the most boneheaded decisions of this administration... , Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich, via 'Fox & Friends'.
I'm doing everything I can to
hold the Biden administration accountable and stop them from destroying our southern border. , Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich, via 'Fox & Friends'.
I'm doing everything I can to
hold the Biden administration accountable and stop them from destroying our southern border. , Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich, via 'Fox & Friends'.
Despite fears of a massive wave of immigrants into the United States
due to Title 42's cancellation.
the Biden administration announced that
it will be ending the policy on May 23.
the Biden administration announced that
it will be ending the policy on May 23
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A 14-year old boy from Missouri fell at night from a 430-foot-tall amusement park ride, Orlando Free Fall ride, which opened late last year. The incident took place at the Icon Park, which is located in the city's tourist district along International Drive.
#OrlandoFreeFallRide #OrlandoAmusementPark #ViralVideo
US On Track to Break, Over 100 Temperature Records, Amid Heatwave.
NBC reports that much of the United States
will experience its eleventh day
in a row of record heat on May 17. .
Highs between 15 and 25 degrees above average have been forecast with temperatures reaching the mid-90s to low-100s across the Southern Plains.
Highs between 15 and 25 degrees above average have been forecast with temperatures reaching the mid-90s to low-100s across the Southern Plains.
Dallas, Amarillo, San Antonio
and Roswell are all set to break
record high temperatures this week.
Dallas, Amarillo, San Antonio
and Roswell are all set to break
record high temperatures this week.
As the heat wave spreads east, record highs are
expected across the Southeast in cities like Charlotte
and Raleigh, North Carolina, and Orlando, Florida.
As the heat wave spreads east, record highs are
expected across the Southeast in cities like Charlotte
and Raleigh, North Carolina, and Orlando, Florida.
According to NBC, over 100 new daily
record highs could be tallied across
the United States by the end of the week.
The current heatwave, combined
with low humidity and high winds,
fueled the Calf Canyon Fire in New Mexico.
As of May 16, the fire had already
burned 280,000 acres, making it
the state's largest wildfire in over 30 years.
NBC reports that the heat is also fueling
strong storms across the country,
increasing the risk of severe storms. .
NBC reports that the heat is also fueling
strong storms across the country,
increasing the risk of severe storms. .
On May 18, strong storms have been
forecast for the western high plains
and the Ohio River Valley.
On May 19, the Upper Midwest faces an increased
risk of severe storms that could include
strong wind, hail and isolated tornadoes. .
On May 19, the Upper Midwest faces an increased
risk of severe storms that could include
strong wind, hail and isolated tornadoes. .
The severe storm system threatens
8 million people from Des Moines, Iowa,
to Minneapolis, Minnesota. .
The severe storm system threatens
8 million people from Des Moines, Iowa,
to Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Top Imports, and Exports, in the United States.
'Forbes' recently highlighted a number
of infographics released by OnDeck showing
each state's most common import and export. .
Petroleum is the top import for 12 states,
including Montana, Minnesota and Colorado.
New York imports $21.9 billion worth
of precious metals every year, making
it the most valuable import of any state.
New York imports $21.9 billion worth
of precious metals every year, making
it the most valuable import of any state.
Aircraft are the most common export,
topping the list of 14 states that include
Arizona, Georgia and Oklahoma. .
Texas has the most valuable
export with $43.5 billion
of finished petroleum products. .
'Forbes' points out that the top import
in Texas is also petroleum as the state
has a huge capacity for refining. .
Overall, petroleum is the number
one import in the United States,
taking up 24% of all imports.
Vehicles and medicine are the second
and third highest import with each taking up
12% of the total number of imports. .
Vehicles and medicine are the second
and third highest import with each taking up
12% of the total number of imports. .
Aircraft overwhelmingly take the
top slot for exports with a massive
28% share of the total number.
Again, vehicles and medicine
come in second and third, each
with an 8% share of total exports. .
Again, vehicles and medicine
come in second and third, each
with an 8% share of total exports. .
South Dakota's top import is "cow meat,"
as the state exports beef cattle which are
processed and then sent back into the state. .
Meanwhile, Nebraska processes
much of that meat from South Dakota
and its number one export is "cow meat."
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This Day in History: , Prince Dies.
April 21, 2016.
The iconic musician, 57,
was found dead at his estate,
Paisley Park, in Minnesota.
Prince had overdosed on fentanyl.
His death was ruled accidental.
Over the span of four decades,
Prince transcended genre and created
more than 30 albums, his first in 1978 for Warner Bros.
Prince often played all of the
instruments on the album himself.
He was charismatic and electrifying on stage.
His 1984 album 'Purple Rain'
sold 13 million copies. It was number one
on the 'Billboard' 200 chart for 24 consecutive weeks.
He won seven Grammy awards.
His final album was released in 2015,
just months before his death.
Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent, President Obama, via History.com
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Avian Flu, Outbreak Leads to, Rising Egg Prices.
ABC reports that consumers can expect eggs
to be the latest grocery store product to surge
in price amid a nationwide outbreak of bird flu.
ABC reports that consumers can expect eggs
to be the latest grocery store product to surge
in price amid a nationwide outbreak of bird flu.
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture,
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service,
21 states have confirmed cases of avian influenza.
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture,
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service,
21 states have confirmed cases of avian influenza.
The USDA states that over 17 million birds
have already died as a result of the outbreak. .
As a result, prices are expected
to spike as the nation heads into
the Easter and Passover season. .
Hormel Foods, the parent company of Jennie-O
Turkey Store, addressed the predicted
impact on the nation's supply of poultry.
Jennie-O Turkey Store has been preparing
for this situation and took extensive
precautions to protect the health
of the turkeys in its supply chain, Statement from Jennie-O Turkey Store, via ABC.
Jennie-O Turkey Store will continue to work
with the USDA Animal and Plant Health
Inspection Service, Minnesota Board
of Animal Health, Minnesota Department
of Agriculture, as well as poultry
industry associations on this issue, Statement from Jennie-O Turkey Store, via ABC.
Jennie-O Turkey Store will continue to work
with the USDA Animal and Plant Health
Inspection Service, Minnesota Board
of Animal Health, Minnesota Department
of Agriculture, as well as poultry
industry associations on this issue, Statement from Jennie-O Turkey Store, via ABC.
USDA and the National Turkey Federation
are monitoring and responding to the
situation and remind consumers that HPAI
does not pose a food safety concern, Statement from Jennie-O Turkey Store, via ABC.
USDA and the National Turkey Federation
are monitoring and responding to the
situation and remind consumers that HPAI
does not pose a food safety concern, Statement from Jennie-O Turkey Store, via ABC.
ABC reports that eggs now average
$2.88 per dozen, already up 52% since the first
case of avian flu was confirmed in February. .
According to ABC, despite rising prices, industry analysts are not concerned about shortages as many grocers have purchased extra stock in preparation for spring holidays.
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$5 Gas Could Become More Common , as Prices Hit Another Record.
According to AAA, on May 17, the national average for regular gas was $4.48 a gallon.
CNN reports that's a 40-cent increase
over the course of a month.
Gas prices are 27% higher than the
day before Russia attacked Ukraine.
Everything is pointing toward even higher prices. We are well on our way toward $5. , Andy Lipow, president of Lipow Oil Associates, via CNN.
AAA reports that the average cost of gas in
four states is already above $5 a gallon.
Those states are California, Washington, Nevada and Hawaii with Oregon not far behind.
Still, the U.S. Energy Information Administration says that after adjusting for inflation, gas prices are not yet at record highs.
That record was set in 2008 when gas averaged $5.38 a gallon after adjusting for inflation.
As inflation, shipping issues and COVID continue to be a problem worldwide, supply simply can't keep up with demand.
No one can crank up the refinery because they don’t have any spare capacity, Robert Yawger, vice president of energy futures at Mizuho Securities, via CNN
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Taiwanese President , Rebukes California Shooting.
NPR reports Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen condemned the recent shooting at a Taiwanese church in California.
As the shooter reportedly held
immense hatred for the island of
Taiwan, officials ponder whether
Chinese propaganda is to blame.
President Tsai Ing-wen's office released
a statement on May 17, condemning "any form of violence" and expressing condolences
for those who lost their lives.
According to NPR, the suspected shooter, David Chou, 68, is thought to have ties to China, which opposes the independence of Taiwan.
Chou will appear in California
state court on May 17.
Chou was born in Taiwan in 1953 and is a current U.S. citizen. He has been detained on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.
Authorities say Chou's hatred for Taiwan, displayed in hand-written notes found
during investigations.
could stem from when he lived on the
island and encountered mistreatment.
Law officials say Chou had hidden
firebombs before the church shooting,
which caused harm to a gathering of
elderly Taiwanese parishioners.
In the shooting, one man lost his life.
Five others were wounded
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US officials have discovered an underground tunnel about the length of five football pitches used to smuggle drugs from Mexico to a warehouse in California. Sky News
Travis Barker and
Kourtney Kardashian , Are Officially Married.
NBC News reports Travis Barker
and Kourtney Kardashian officially
tied the knot on May 15.
According to TMZ, the former drummer
of Blink-182 and the reality TV star were wed in Santa Barbara, California.
The couple had recently held a "practice" ceremony of their nuptials at One Love Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas.
In an April Instagram post, Kardashian shared photos of her and Barker's
practice wedding, captioning the post:.
Once upon a time in a land
far, far away (Las Vegas)
at 2am, after an epic night
and a little tequila... , Kourtney Kardashian, in an Instagram post, via NBC News.
...a queen and her handsome king ventured out to the only open chapel with an Elvis and got married (with no license). , Kourtney Kardashian, in an Instagram post, via NBC News.
Practice makes perfect. , Kourtney Kardashian, in an Instagram post, via NBC News.
In a recent interview, Kardashian was candid about her relationship with Barker.
Asked if their relationship would be
the "center of your storyline" on
their television show, Kourtney said "no.".
No, I definitely hold my relationship really close. , Kourtney Kardashian, in an interview with 'Variety,' as reported by NBC News.
There is a lot of us on there ... but I definitely want to protect it as much as I can. , Kourtney Kardashian, in an interview with 'Variety,' as reported by NBC News
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A 911 call from a woman who disappeared more than a decade ago, sparking an investigation into a possible serial killer, has been released by police in New York. Sky News
Fred Ward, , ‘Tremors’ Star, , Dead at 79.
Actor Fred Ward,
who starred in films such as 'Tremors'
and 'The Right Stuff,' has died at the age of 79.
Actor Fred Ward,
who starred in films such as 'Tremors'
and 'The Right Stuff,' has died at the age of 79.
Ward was also known for roles in
'Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins'
and 'Miami Blues.'.
'Variety' reports that Ward
was born in San Diego, California.
After serving a three-year
stint in the Air Force, he
developed an interest in acting.
Ward went on to study acting
at the Herbert Berghof
Studio in New York. .
He then traveled to Europe
where he found work dubbing
Italian films into English.
The 1973 miniseries, 'The Age of Medici,'
served as Ward's screen debut.
He also had a recurring guest spot on NBC's 'ER'
as well as appearances in series that included
'Grey's Anatomy,' 'Leverage' and 'United States of Tara.'.
He also had a recurring guest spot on NBC's 'ER'
as well as appearances in series that included
'Grey's Anatomy,' 'Leverage' and 'United States of Tara.'.
In 2009, the actor played President Ronald Reagan in the Cold War espionage thriller, 'Farewell.'.
His most recent appearance was in the second season of HBO's 'True Detective' as Eddie Velcoro. .
His most recent appearance was in the second season of HBO's 'True Detective' as Eddie Velcoro. .
'Variety' reports that Ward is survived by his wife, Marie-France Ward, and his son, Django Ward.
'Variety' reports that Ward is survived by his wife, Marie-France Ward, and his son, Django Ward
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Celebrities, singers, YouTubers and others graced the Red Carpet of the Met Gala this year donning the most outrageous and outlandish costumes and pairing them with some exquisite accessories. The theme for the Met Gala this year was ‘In America: An Anthology of Fashion’. The guests at the Met Gala this year were expected to look to ‘Gilded Age New York’ for inspiration. YouTuber Emma Chamberlain dressed up according to the code but has found herself trapped in a controversy over a diamond necklace she wore at the event.
#EmmaChamberlain #DiamondNecklaceControversy #MetGala
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Schools nationwide have issued warnings, increased security and cancelled classes for Friday in response to shooting and bomb threats that have been made on TikTok. Veuer’s Johana Restrepo has more.