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A rapidly spreading wildfire in southern New Jersey has spread across 3,859 acres in less than 24 hours, with no reported injuries or damage to structures. John Cecil, the assistant commissioner of state parks, forests and historic sites at the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, said the fire was a "severe situation" with "200-foot flames raining fire embers." 170 structures in the Manchester Township area were evacuated Tuesday night, but all residents have since been allowed to return home. Firefighters are continuing to battle the blaze and are working to contain it, with the cause of the fire still under investigation.
NPR has announced that it will no longer post content on its 52 official Twitter accounts due to the platform's labeling of the news organization as "state-affiliated media" and "government-funded media." The decision follows criticism of Twitter for its handling of misinformation and hate speech, and joins a growing list of news organizations that have left the platform.
Memphis-Area Officials to Decide Fate of Expelled Black Lawmakers Justin J. Pearson and Justin Jones
Memphis-Area Officials to Decide Fate of Expelled Black Lawmakers Justin J. Pearson and Justin Jones
Memphis-area officials are set to meet on Wednesday to decide whether to reinstate Justin J. Pearson and Justin Jones, two Black Democrats who were expelled from the Tennessee Legislature last Thursday. The expulsion drew national attention to the state's racial and political dynamics, and on Monday the Nashville Metro Council unanimously voted to return Jones in a 36–0 vote. The decision to reinstate Pearson and Jones is seen as a major victory for the Democratic party and a sign of progress in the fight for racial justice.
NPR has announced that it will suspend its use of Twitter due to the platform labeling them as "state-affiliated media" and undermining their credibility. The decision was met with criticism from staff and the public, and NPR will continue to use other social media platforms to share their journalism. They will still use Twitter to promote stories and programs, but will no longer engage with their audience.
Arnold Schwarzenegger recently posted a video of himself filling in what he thought was a pothole in his Los Angeles neighborhood, but it was actually a service trench related to active work being performed by SoCal Gas. Despite his good intentions, Schwarzenegger may have made a mistake, and the City of Los Angeles has clarified that the area he filled in was not a pothole. His video has gone viral, and he has earned a new title: road maintenance worker.
A federal judge has issued a ruling to stay the FDA's approval of the abortion drug mifepristone, in response to a lawsuit brought by anti-abortion groups in Texas. The ruling invalidates the FDA's 23-year-old approval of the drug, and the groups have urged the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to let the ruling stand. The case is likely to be taken to the Supreme Court, and the outcome could have a significant impact on access to the medication.
Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina has launched an exploratory committee for a potential 2024 presidential bid. In a video released Wednesday, Scott argued that Democrats have divided the country by fostering a “culture of grievance” and weaponizing race. He also spoke out against the Democratic party's treatment of him when he opposed their liberal agenda. Scott's announcement is sure to be closely watched as the 2024 presidential election approaches.