M&M's will discontinue its blue and brown candies due to challenges in sourcing natural dyes, following pressure from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The company plans to launch a dye-free candy bag for its 85th anniversary and aims to transition to natural coloring for all candies by 2028. This move is part of Mars Inc.'s broader commitment to eliminate artificial colors from its products.
Job seekers in the United States are experiencing a surge in employment scams, with reports of increased fraudulent messages aimed at gathering personal information. Experts attribute this rise to advancements in technology that allow scammers to impersonate employers more effectively.
A federal judge in Minnesota has dismissed multiple grand jury subpoenas from the Department of Justice aimed at state officials, including Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey. Judge Patrick Schiltz noted that the subpoenas appeared to be intended to harass political opponents.
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's effort to subpoena Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and other state officials. The judge stated that the attempt was intended to harass and retaliate against them.
Democrats are facing challenges in Maine's 2nd congressional district after progressive Matt Dunlap won the primary against centrist Joe Baldacci. Dunlap will compete against Republican Paul LePage in the general election, with the DCCC's support for Dunlap still uncertain. Concerns about Senate nominee Graham Platner's controversies are also affecting the party's strategy in the state.
The Trump administration has proposed significant reductions in the public input period for oil and gas leasing, cutting it from 90 days to 10 days. The changes are aimed at facilitating faster development and include adjustments to bonding requirements. A public comment period will be available once the proposal is published.
A Texas woman was killed when a Tesla Model 3, driven by Michael Butler, crashed into her home while he was using the vehicle's Autopilot feature. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident, which occurred on June 22, 2026.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating a crash involving a Tesla Model 3 that resulted in the death of an elderly woman in Texas. The driver stated he was using the vehicle's Autopilot feature when he lost control and crashed into the home.
Senator Marco Rubio will travel to the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain from June 23 to June 25, 2026, to engage in talks regarding Iran and the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The visit aims to address key priorities in the region.
The Department of Labor has finalized a regulation to improve union members' access to financial information about their unions. The AFL-CIO is attempting to block this regulation in court, with supporters claiming it would promote transparency and accountability.
SpaceX has entered into a deal with Reflection AI, which will pay $150 million monthly for access to Nvidia's GB300 AI chips and hardware. The agreement is set to begin on July 1, 2026, and will last until 2029.
The US Supreme Court has reinstated the murder conviction of Pedro Hernandez related to the 1979 case of Etan Patz, who disappeared at the age of six. The court's 6-3 decision reversed a prior ruling that had found Hernandez's conviction to be wrongful.
A federal judge has dismissed the DOJ's lawsuit for Maryland's voter registration list, marking the department's ninth defeat in similar cases. The ruling stated that the DOJ cannot obtain state voter rolls under the Civil Rights Act, and the dismissal bars the department from re-filing this specific claim.
The Trump administration plans to condition homeland security funding on states adopting specific election reforms, including phasing out certain voting systems and verifying voter citizenship. States that do not comply could lose 20% of their grant funding, which is used for terrorism prevention. Legal challenges to these requirements are anticipated.
The DEA allowed significant amounts of fentanyl to enter New Mexico between 2023 and 2025 while monitoring shipments without seizing them, according to records and statements from agents. This strategy aimed to build larger cases against traffickers but raised concerns about public safety, with some agents describing it as a gamble that could endanger communities.
Alan Greenspan, former chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve, died at the age of 100 due to complications from Parkinson’s disease. He served as Fed chairman for 18 and a half years, overseeing a period of significant economic growth but later faced criticism for his role in the financial crisis of 2007-2009. Greenspan is remembered for his contributions to economic policy and efforts to enhance the transparency of the Federal Reserve.
ABC has launched an on-air campaign to rally public support as it navigates multiple proceedings with the FCC. The campaign aims to inform viewers about the implications of the FCC's investigations into the network's programming and broadcast licenses, emphasizing the potential impact on First Amendment rights.
Police responded to an alleged battery incident at the home of Geno Smith in Florida on Sunday. Local authorities confirmed the call to The California Post.
A protester was hit by a car during a Father's Day demonstration outside Delaney Hall in New Jersey, where she was advocating for the release of detainees. The protest involved around 75 participants and followed allegations of poor conditions at the facility. The Department of Homeland Security has denied these claims.
The Supreme Court has confirmed the conviction in the murder case of Etan Patz, who was abducted in Manhattan in 1979. This case has been pivotal in raising awareness among parents about child safety.
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