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Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito called the same-sex marriage ruling a decisive turn against religious liberty while also saying the decision now stands as settled law. Story Highlights Alito labeled Obergefell a decisive point against religious liberty in new remarks. He also said Obergefell remains settled law based on public reliance interests. Past writings by Alito and Thomas warned of conflicts with the First Amendment. Supporters of marriage equality say clergy were never forced to...

Freshly released FBI records show Thomas Crooks discussed 3D‑printed “parts” with an unknown contact months before he opened fire at President Trump’s rally, yet key identities remain hidden behind black bars. Story Snapshot FBI records cite a 2023 text where Crooks confirmed 3D‑printing “parts” to an unknown contact. Documents describe other redacted threads deemed relevant to the case. Reports say Crooks tested firearm builds, used an alias, and privacy tools. Officials and investigators later said...

President Trump said Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego as “a small price to pay,” turning a campaign line into a national security firestorm that touched a nerve on both coasts. Story Highlights Trump named Los Angeles and San Diego while framing war costs as a “small price”. White House said he meant the U.S. is preventing Iran from gaining that ability. California leaders condemned the remarks as dangerous and callous. Public...

A grand jury reviewed Nolan Wells’ phone data, boat logs, and dozens of witnesses, then found no criminal wrongdoing in his July 4 disappearance and death off Mississippi’s coast. Story Snapshot Grand jury examined cell phone records, Snapchat logs, and marine documents before declining charges. Family’s forensic team says it rebuilt 282 pages of Snapchat messages and phone location data. Officials documented the July 4 boat trip to Horn Island and the group’s return without...

A Miami-Dade judge told rapper Rick Ross “I have no idea who you are” while rejecting a request to speed up his release because he is famous. Story Snapshot Rick Ross’s lawyer asked for faster release, citing celebrity status and safety. Judge Mindy Glazer refused, saying Ross would be treated like everyone else. Coverage shows the court set standard bond terms in the domestic case. The hearing highlights long-running worries about unequal treatment in bail. What...

Wall Street cheered a weak jobs report as unemployment hit 4.2% and rate-hike odds fell, signaling a high-stakes turn in the fight over inflation policy. Story Snapshot Employers added 29,000 jobs in September while unemployment rose to 4.2%. Markets shifted toward a pause on interest rates after the data missed forecasts. Cooling inflation readings added to the case for patience at the central bank. Leaders still warn inflation is too high, keeping hikes on the...