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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson warns that finances in the nation's third most populous city have "reached a point of no return."The mayor said this week that the city will need to take steps to deal with looming budget shortfalls and that key systems that Chicago provides, including education, housing, health care and transportation, are "woefully underfunded."Eight-hundred miles to the east, there are concerns in the nation's most populous city that if democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani wins the election in November as New York City's next mayor, the city could be headed for a fiscal abyss similar to the crisis half

EXCLUSIVE: The highest-ranking Minnesotan in Congress is blasting Gov. Tim Walz after a man who murdered his family as a teenager was released from prison."Once again, Tim Walz proves why he is one of the worst governors in the country," House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minn., told Fox News Digital."Not only do his soft-on-crime policies rob victims of the justice they deserve, but they also put the safety of every Minnesotan at risk. Being a self-proclaimed knucklehead doesn't excuse the chaos he has caused with his dangerous, far-left agenda."GOP LAWMAKERS CLASH OVER STRATEGY TO AVERT GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN CRISISEmmer, as the

Another WNBA game was disrupted this week when a familiar and lewd object was thrown onto the court in the final seconds of a Chicago Sky game on Thursday night. The incident comes after at least two arrests were made in connection with the series of disruptions. Social media videos showed a sex toy – this time purple in color – launched onto the court in the final moments of the fourth quarter with the Atlanta Dream leading the Sky, 86-65. Another sex toy was reportedly thrown in the third quarter, but the object did not make it to the court and instead landed somewhere

While President Donald Trump previously refrained from speaking ill of Russian President Vladimir Putin, those days are over. The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has changed the nature of their dynamic. Although the two appeared to get along, at least publicly, during Trump’s first administration, their relationship has unraveled as the more recent conflict persists. In recent weeks, Trump has refused to mince his words when asked about Putin. Trump said during a Cabinet meeting July 8 he was fed up with Putin and said he was eyeing potentially imposing new sanctions on Russia. "We get a lot of bulls--- thrown at

President Donald Trump shared his thoughts on Georgia's former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan swapping political parties after the state's GOP expelled him earlier this year for disloyalty to the party.Duncan, an open critic of the president in recent years, wrote an op-ed in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Tuesday stating that he was joining the Democratic Party after serving as Georgia's lieutenant governor from 2019 to 2023 as a Republican.Trump did not mince words in a Truth Social post early Friday morning, calling Duncan a "total loser" and telling him "good riddance.""Failed former Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan, of Georgia, is a

Fox News' Greg Gutfeld revealed how he first met fellow late-night host Jimmy Fallon during his Thursday appearance on NBC's "The Tonight Show."After giving Fallon a warm embrace, Gutfeld quipped that it "brought back memories.""This is hilarious – we've met before," Fallon began. "Yes, you have no memory of it," Gutfeld responded. "Which is understandable, because we were wasted."FOX NEWS' GREG GUTFELD DOMINATES LATE-NIGHT TELEVISION RATINGS AS CBS ENDS COLBERT'S 'LATE SHOW'The "Gutfeld!" host said their encounter took place at an "illegal speakeasy" in Hell's Kitchen roughly 15 years ago owned by their mutual friend Tracy, saying the inside looked "like

President Donald Trump has directed federal law enforcement to increase its presence throughout Washington, D.C., following a concerning surge in violent crime, including an incident in which a former DOGE worker nicknamed "Big Balls" was brutally beaten in the streets this week.Trump signed an executive order in March establishing the "Making DC Safe and Beautiful Task Force." Now the administration is taking a whole-of-government approach by deploying additional law enforcement to increase presence and improve overall public safety in the nation’s capital city, according to a source familiar with the plans.The operation, which will use both local and federal law

A zoo in Europe is inviting the public to turn unwanted pets into prey, calling for donations of fluffy rabbits and family guinea pigs to be euthanized and fed to its predator residents.The Aalborg Zoo in Denmark announced the program in a Facebook post, sparking public uproar, including the ire of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)."If you have an animal that, for various reasons, needs to be rehomed, you are welcome to donate it to us. The animals are humanely euthanized by trained staff and then used as feed," the zoo wrote in the social media

EXCLUSIVE: Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif., responded to comments from a Democratic challenger referring to her as an "ESL puppet" in a post criticizing the Trump administration’s immigration policies."My story is not unique. It’s the story of so many Korean Americans and immigrants across the country who are proud Americans and are making our communities better every day. I’m proud of my accent and will keep using my voice to protect the American dream for future generations," Kim told Fox News Digital in an exclusive statement."It’s a new low for a child of Korean immigrants to move to a district two

Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., spoke with Fox News Digital about his latest book "One Nation Always Under God," and talked about why prayer and faith are necessary to achieve "extraordinary accomplishments" in life and in the U.S.The former presidential candidate has long been outspoken about his Christian faith, his commitment to the church, and his personal mission to spread the word of God to those around him. "The ordinary person can have extraordinary accomplishments as they pray about it, and they act consistent with their faith," Scott told Fox News Digital. "Whether it's the story of Norman Burlog or Dorothea Dix, these are stories

The list of European cities that are now implementing tourist taxes continues to grow as communities battle the consequences of overtourism.The latest to join the list is Aberdeen, Scotland — which has announced a visitor levy to begin on April 1, 2027.Aberdeen City Council’s Finance and Resources Committee approved a 7% levy, according to a press release.NEW BRIDGE WILL LINK POPULAR ISLAND TO MAINLAND AS CRITICS WARN OF MAFIA, EARTHQUAKESThe council shared the example of the average hotel room cost of about $80 — and, with implementation of the levy, nearly $6 extra dollars would be added to the room

Maryland State Police say a 19-year-old posed as one of their officers and made fake traffic stops. The agency said Jayden Ballard of Salisbury was served a criminal summons in February and was charged with impersonating a police officer and unlawful taking of a motor vehicle. "The Maryland State Police received information alleging that Ballard had gained access to a marked Maryland State Police vehicle," according to police. "Investigators believe he was operating the patrol vehicle while wearing a Maryland State Police uniform throughout Wicomico County and conducting unlawful traffic stops," authorities added. DEADLY LAWMAKER AMBUSH IN MINNESOTA RAISES FEARS ABOUT FAKE POLICE OFFICERS

SWEET SIPS: A new study finds sugar in beverages like soda increases type 2 diabetes risk by 25%, while sugar in whole foods shows no increased risk.DOLLY'S WORLD: A survey ranked America's best amusement parks, with Dollywood claiming the top spot ahead of Disney parks.BOILING POINT: Experts say you should think twice before taking a sip from a plastic water bottle left in a hot car.AIR IT OUT - Eliminate smoke, allergens and other harmful toxins in your home with an air purifier. Here are some of the best. Continue reading…CALLING ALL CROSSWORD PUZZLE LOVERS! – Play our Fox News daily

President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin appear to be on track to soon have their first meeting since Trump took office for his second term earlier this year."At the suggestion of the American side, it has been agreed in principle to hold a bilateral meeting at the highest level in the coming days," Putin’s foreign affairs adviser Yuri Ushakov noted, according to the Associated Press."We propose, first of all, to focus on preparing a bilateral meeting with Trump, and we consider it most important that this meeting be successful and productive," he said, according to the outlet.TRUMP OPEN

Amid a growing healthcare provider shortage in Polk County, Florida Polytechnic University and the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine have announced a new six-year accelerated medical degree program designed to fast-track the next generation of doctors.In Polk County, reports show that they have half as many doctors, dentists and pediatricians per 100,000 residents than the state average. This shortage has been linked to a rapid growth in the population. They also report a notable increase in emergency room visits linked to non-emergent care and general chronic disease management due to the absence of primary care access.10-YEAR-OLD CALIFORNIA PRODIGY SET TO GRADUATE

The Fairfax County Public Schools system in Virginia has launched an investigation into accusations that school staff arranged abortions for students without notifying their parents, according to local reports.School officials at Centreville High School in Union Hill allegedly arranged and bankrolled abortions for girls in 2021, including a 17-year-old, according to local news outlet WJLA."We learned yesterday of these concerning allegations from 2021," FCPS said in a statement to the outlet on Wednesday. "We are launching an immediate and comprehensive investigation as we take all concerns of student wellbeing very seriously."VA REVERSES BIDEN ADMIN POLICY PROVIDING ABORTION SERVICES AGENCY CALLS

France has reportedly stripped the residency permit of a man who lit a cigarette at a war memorial in Paris after he was caught on camera. Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau on Tuesday called the actions of a 47-year-old Moroccan man "indecent and pathetic" following his arrest. Video footage of him lighting a cigarette beneath the much-visited Arc de Triomphe sparked outrage after it was circulated. "The man who desecrated the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier by lighting a cigarette with the memorial flame was arrested in Paris for violating a burial site, tomb, urn, or monument erected in memory of the dead.

Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content. Here's what's happening…-Vance, Bondi, Patel to huddle at VP residence for Epstein strategy meeting-Russia and China tick Doomsday Clock toward midnight as Hiroshima bombing hits 80 years-Prediction market traders bet 'the Kevin's' are Trump’s Fed chair picksNew York City socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's past stances on policing are a legitimate reason for New Yorkers to be concerned, despite his recent walkbacks, according to a New York City crime expert who spoke to Fox News Digital. "I think

Sophie Cunningham did not learn the lesson.Days after she was fined $500 for criticizing referees on a TikTok, she was fined triple that amount for doing so again.In her new podcast, "Show Me Something," Cunningham insinuated that refs "mess up all the time."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "If I was a ref, I know I would mess up all the time. Like, I’m not saying that your job is easy, but when it is a simple call right in front of your face multiple times, what are you doing? What are you doing?" Cunningham began."They’re just so inconsistent,

A Minnesota hiker has now been missing for more than a week after disappearing in Wyoming’s Bighorn Mountains, with his wife saying that she is "trying to stay strong for the kids." Grant Gardner made contact with his wife on July 29 "letting her know he’d made it to the summit" of the 13,000-foot Cloud Peak, but has not been heard from since, according to the Big Horn County Sheriff’s Office. The agency launched a search and rescue operation in what it described as "extreme and very challenging" conditions. "He solo hikes, and he’s been hiking for over a decade," his wife Lauren

Authorities confirmed an unspecified number of injuries amid an unfolding active shooter investigation at Fort Stewart in Georgia.Just before noon Wednesday, Fort Stewart confirmed to Fox News Digital there is an active shooter situation that is "currently ongoing.""As of now, the incident is still developing," a spokesperson said.Fort Stewart went under lockdown at just after 11 a.m. after a shooting in the 2nd brigade combat area."As of now, the incident is still developing," a spokesperson said.It is unclear if any suspects have been identified.This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Source link : https://www.foxnews.com/us/fort-stewart-georgia-lockdown-due-active-shooter-incident-injuries Author : Publish date :

As they mount their uphill effort to win back the Senate majority in next year's midterm elections, Democrats feel that they're on a roll.Late last month, they landed their biggest recruit to date, when former two-term Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper of North Carolina declared his candidacy in the 2026 race to succeed retiring Republican Sen. Thom Tillis.Democrats view the open Senate seat in the crucial southeastern battleground state as a top pick-up opportunity next year as they try to win back control of the Senate, which the Republicans currently hold with a 53-47 majority."It’s hard to overstate the importance of

A longtime network morning show veteran believes Gayle King "has lost a lot of her leverage" as "CBS Mornings" is mired in third place with an ownership change looming. The FCC approved a long-planned, $8 billion merger between Paramount Global and Skydance Media last month which will soon place CBS News under new ownership. The deal, which is set to close Thursday, will see Skydance CEO David Ellison take control of the Tiffany Network and its struggling news division. Industry insiders believe Ellison, who was spotted sitting with President Donald Trump at a UFC event in April, will aim to eliminate the

Meghan Markle is being dragged back into another legal battle with her estranged half-sister.In 2022, Samantha Markle sued the Duchess of Sussex for allegedly defaming her in multiple interviews, including a 2021 tell-all with Oprah Winfrey. The case was dismissed with prejudice in 2024, which means Samantha cannot file the claims again. The elder sibling appealed the dismissal, and an oral argument has been scheduled for Sept. 9 in Jacksonville, Florida, Fox News Digital has learned.Royal expert Ian Pelham Turner told Fox News Digital this family feud casts a dark cloud over the Sussexes, especially Harry, who is reportedly attempting

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham appeared to be hit by a projectile sex toy during Tuesday night's game vs. the Los Angeles Sparks. The incident came in the final minutes of the second quarter as the Fever prepared to inbound the ball.It is the third instance of a green sex toy being hurled onto a WNBA court in the past few weeks, in what has become a growing trend. The first came in a game in Atlanta on July 29, and it happened again in Chicago on Aug. 1.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMNow, the latest incident has