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Officer on horseback chases suspect through New York streets

Officer on horseback chases suspect through New York streets

April 17, 2026 • BBC World

Summary

A New York police officer on horseback chased a woman suspected of stealing a purse through city streets. The woman was caught with the help of a passerby and has been charged with theft and giving false information.

Key Facts

  • The chase happened in New York City.
  • The officer repeatedly told the woman to stop running.
  • A pedestrian helped stop the woman.
  • The woman faces charges of larceny (theft) and providing false information.
  • She was previously convicted of murder in 2000 for shooting a taxi driver.
  • The woman served time in prison for that earlier conviction.
  • The footage of the chase came from the officer’s body camera.
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Abdul El-Syed's Chances Against Haley Stevens, Mallory McMorrow in Michigan

Abdul El-Syed's Chances Against Haley Stevens, Mallory McMorrow in Michigan

April 17, 2026 • Newsweek

Summary

Abdul El-Sayed has tied with Mallory McMorrow at 24% support in Michigan’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary, showing gains especially among younger voters. Haley Stevens has fallen to 13%, with 36% of voters still undecided as the August 4 primary approaches.

Key Facts

  • Abdul El-Sayed increased his support from 16% in January to 24% in the latest poll.
  • Mallory McMorrow currently has 24% support, down slightly from 22% in January.
  • Haley Stevens’ support dropped from 17% in January to 13% now.
  • Younger voters (under 40) prefer El-Sayed by 17 points, while older voters (over 50) favor McMorrow by 12 points.
  • El-Sayed’s platform includes Medicare for All and challenging corporate power.
  • El-Sayed is endorsed by Bernie Sanders and has attracted progressive voters.
  • Early general-election polls show Stevens and McMorrow performing better against Republican Mike Rogers than El-Sayed.
  • The primary voters’ top concerns are the economy, threats to democracy, health care, housing affordability, and education.
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Tufts University student targeted by Trump administration completes PhD

Tufts University student targeted by Trump administration completes PhD

April 17, 2026 • Guardian World

Summary

Rümeysa Öztürk, a Tufts University student whose visa was revoked by the Trump administration after she co-wrote a pro-Palestinian article, has completed her PhD and returned to Turkey. After legal battles over her immigration status, a settlement was reached allowing her to leave the US without interference and reinstating her student status.

Key Facts

  • Öztürk co-wrote a pro-Palestinian op-ed at Tufts University in March 2024.
  • The Trump administration revoked her visa in response, accusing her of antisemitism without evidence.
  • She was arrested in March 2025 by ICE agents and placed in deportation proceedings.
  • Öztürk spent time in a detention center in Louisiana amid ongoing court cases.
  • A recent settlement dismissed her immigration case and restored her international student status.
  • She has now completed her PhD in child study and human development.
  • Öztürk returned to her home country, Turkey, to continue her academic career.
  • An immigration judge had ruled there was no basis for her deportation; that judge was later fired.
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"48 Hours:" Case By Case: The biggest cases, explained as they unfold

"48 Hours:" Case By Case: The biggest cases, explained as they unfold

April 17, 2026 • CBS News

Summary

"48 Hours: Case By Case" is a weekly update show from the "48 Hours" team that explains the biggest current criminal cases. It helps viewers understand important court events and new developments in major crime stories, with new episodes released every Friday.

Key Facts

  • "48 Hours: Case By Case" is a weekly update on major criminal cases.
  • It is hosted by Anne-Marie Green, Erin Moriarty, Natalie Morales, and Peter Van Sant.
  • The show focuses on important developments inside and outside of court.
  • It covers high-profile trials and new information in old unsolved cases.
  • New episodes are available every Friday as video or podcasts.
  • The show aims to explain why the cases matter and what might happen next.
  • A new season starts on April 17 and is available on YouTube and other platforms.
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Patients and dental community mourn Dr. Cerina Fairfax, killed by Virginia ex-Lt. Gov. Fairfax

Patients and dental community mourn Dr. Cerina Fairfax, killed by Virginia ex-Lt. Gov. Fairfax

April 17, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

Summary

Dr. Cerina Fairfax, a family dentist and mother, was killed in a murder-suicide by her estranged husband, former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax, at their home in Virginia. The couple was going through a divorce, and their two teenage children were present during the incident.

Key Facts

  • Dr. Cerina Fairfax was a dentist who ran a family practice in Fairfax, Virginia.
  • Police found Dr. Fairfax and Justin Fairfax dead in their home; the cause was an apparent murder-suicide.
  • Justin Fairfax reportedly shot his wife and then killed himself.
  • The couple was in the process of divorcing, and a judge had ordered Justin Fairfax to move out by the end of the month.
  • They had two teenage children who were at home during the incident.
  • Dr. Fairfax was recognized for her professional work and community contributions, including volunteer efforts and charity work.
  • Justin Fairfax is a former Virginia lieutenant governor with a history of political candidacies and past accusations of sexual assault.
  • Friends and colleagues remembered Dr. Fairfax as a devoted mother and compassionate dentist.
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Trump-Appointed Judge Dismisses DOJ Bid for Voter Records

Trump-Appointed Judge Dismisses DOJ Bid for Voter Records

April 17, 2026 • Newsweek

Summary

A judge appointed by President Donald Trump dismissed a Justice Department lawsuit seeking Rhode Island's detailed voter records. The judge ruled that federal law does not allow the Justice Department to demand sensitive voter information from states without a clear legal reason.

Key Facts

  • The lawsuit was filed by the Justice Department during President Trump's administration to get voter data like birth dates, addresses, and partial Social Security numbers from Rhode Island.
  • U.S. District Judge Mary McElroy, nominated by President Trump, sided with Rhode Island election officials and civil rights groups.
  • The judge said the lawsuit was a “fishing expedition” not allowed under federal election law.
  • The Justice Department wants the data to check voter citizenship and ensure election integrity.
  • Many states and privacy advocates oppose releasing this data, citing privacy laws.
  • Similar lawsuits filed by the Justice Department in California, Massachusetts, Michigan, Oregon, and Georgia have also been dismissed by courts.
  • The judge found no evidence that Rhode Island failed to maintain its voter list properly as required by federal law.
  • The Justice Department declined to comment on the ongoing case.
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Man with @ihackedthegovernment Instagram account tells judge, “I made a mistake"

Man with @ihackedthegovernment Instagram account tells judge, “I made a mistake"

April 17, 2026 • Ars Technica

Summary

A 25-year-old man from Tennessee, Nicholas Moore, pleaded guilty to illegally accessing several US government computer systems using stolen login information. He shared private information from these accounts on his Instagram account named @ihackedthegovernment and was sentenced to one year of probation without jail time.

Key Facts

  • Nicholas Moore accessed government accounts from August to October 2023 without permission.
  • He hacked the US Supreme Court’s electronic filing system, AmeriCorps, and the Veterans Administration Health System.
  • Moore posted screenshots of personal information from these accounts on Instagram.
  • The stolen data included names, addresses, phone numbers, dates of birth, and private security answers.
  • He exposed health details of a Marine Corps veteran on the Veterans Affairs platform.
  • Moore pleaded guilty to a computer fraud-related crime that can carry up to one year in prison.
  • The government described him as a vulnerable young man with disabilities and recommended probation instead of jail.
  • Moore apologized in court, stating he made a mistake and wants to be a good citizen.
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US Congress temporarily extends controversial surveillance power under FISA

US Congress temporarily extends controversial surveillance power under FISA

April 17, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Summary

The US Congress has temporarily extended a surveillance law called Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until April 30. This law allows intelligence agencies to collect data from foreigners, including their communications with US citizens, without a warrant, which has raised privacy concerns.

Key Facts

  • Section 702 of FISA lets agencies like the NSA collect data from foreigners outside the US.
  • The law can include collecting communications between foreigners and US citizens.
  • The collection usually happens without a court warrant, causing privacy concerns.
  • Congress passed a short-term extension of the law until April 30.
  • President Donald Trump wanted an 18-month extension without changes but did not get full support.
  • Some Republicans, like Congressman Thomas Massie, opposed the bill without privacy reforms.
  • The law was originally passed in 1978 and Section 702 was added in 2008 during the "global war on terror."
  • Senate Majority Leader John Thune said lawmakers are open to reforming the law in the future.
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Trump picks qualified, normal health leader to head CDC; experts still cautious

Trump picks qualified, normal health leader to head CDC; experts still cautious

April 17, 2026 • Ars Technica

Summary

President Donald Trump nominated Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). She is an experienced public health physician who supports vaccines and evidence-based medicine, but experts worry she might face challenges from vaccine skepticism and political interference within the agency.

Key Facts

  • Dr. Erica Schwartz is President Trump’s third nominee for CDC director.
  • She is a board-certified physician in preventive medicine with experience as deputy surgeon general.
  • Schwartz served in the Navy, was Chief Medical Officer of the US Coast Guard, and is a retired rear admiral in the US Public Health Service.
  • She supports vaccination and evidence-based health policies.
  • Schwartz has a medical degree, a master’s in public health, and a law degree.
  • Past CDC nominees with similar qualifications faced political interference or rejection due to vaccine policy disagreements.
  • Public health experts praise her skills but warn she may struggle against vaccine skepticism and internal politics led by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
  • Former CDC officials expressed concern that vaccine policy decisions might not be free from political pressure.
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Trump's lawyers say they're 'in discussions' to resolve his $10B suit against the IRS

Trump's lawyers say they're 'in discussions' to resolve his $10B suit against the IRS

April 17, 2026 • ABC News

Summary

President Donald Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Department over leaked tax information from 2019. Lawyers for the Trumps and the Department of Justice are now in talks to try to settle the case and avoid a long legal battle.

Key Facts

  • The lawsuit was filed in January 2026 by President Trump, Eric Trump, Donald Trump Jr., and the Trump Organization.
  • The suit claims the IRS and Treasury leaked tax information without permission during Trump's first term.
  • A government contractor admitted to stealing and leaking tax data for Trump and other wealthy individuals in 2019 and 2020.
  • The Trumps seek $10 billion for harm to reputation, financial damage, and public embarrassment.
  • Both sides agreed to a 90-day extension to hold discussions aimed at resolving the case.
  • Some former government officials expressed concerns about potential conflicts since the president is suing his own government.
  • The lawsuit argues the IRS should have had better security and employee checks to prevent leaks.
  • The Department of Justice had not yet responded to the lawsuit when the extension was requested.
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Judge rejects DOJ effort to get sensitive voter information from Rhode Island

Judge rejects DOJ effort to get sensitive voter information from Rhode Island

April 17, 2026 • CBS News

Summary

A federal judge appointed by President Trump rejected the Justice Department's request to get Rhode Island's full voter registration lists. The judge ruled the request was not supported by federal election laws and called it a "fishing expedition." This marks the fifth time courts have denied similar efforts to access state voter data.

Key Facts

  • U.S. District Judge Mary McElroy denied the Justice Department’s request for Rhode Island’s unredacted voter information.
  • The Justice Department sued Rhode Island to obtain sensitive voter data like birth dates and partial Social Security numbers.
  • The judge said the request did not show any evidence Rhode Island was breaking voter registration laws.
  • Rhode Island’s Secretary of State Gregg Amore opposed releasing the private voter data, saying it is the state’s right to manage voter lists.
  • This case is the fifth loss for the Justice Department in efforts to access voter registration lists from states.
  • The Justice Department claims it needs voter data to enforce two federal laws requiring accurate voter rolls (NVRA and HAVA).
  • The Justice Department plans to share the voter information with the Department of Homeland Security to check for noncitizen voters.
  • Courts have previously rejected similar lawsuits in California, Oregon, Michigan, and Massachusetts.
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500 pounds of liquid meth found after Fort Worth crash; 2 dead

500 pounds of liquid meth found after Fort Worth crash; 2 dead

April 17, 2026 • CBS News

Summary

Two men died in a minivan crash in a Fort Worth neighborhood. The van was carrying about 500 pounds of liquid meth, which led to a hazardous materials response and a drug investigation.

Key Facts

  • The crash happened on Delga Street near the North Freeway frontage road.
  • The minivan hit a parked car and then rolled into a fence.
  • Both men inside the van died; one in the passenger seat and one driver.
  • Ten buckets containing an unknown chemical were found, later identified as liquid methamphetamine.
  • The liquid meth weighed about 480 pounds and could be worth up to $3 million.
  • One firefighter was treated for exposure to fumes and expected to recover.
  • The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is handling the drug investigation.
  • The Tarrant County Medical Examiner will release the victims’ identities and causes of death.
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WATCH: Man allegedly kills woman pregnant with his baby

WATCH: Man allegedly kills woman pregnant with his baby

April 17, 2026 • ABC News

Summary

Police are searching for a 24-year-old man named Kevin Faux, who is accused of killing a woman who was pregnant with his baby. The incident is under investigation.

Key Facts

  • Kevin Faux, age 24, is accused of murder.
  • The victim was a pregnant woman expecting his baby.
  • Police are actively searching for Kevin Faux.
  • The case is being investigated by law enforcement.
  • No further details about the motive or circumstances have been released.
  • The event took place recently, as reported on April 17, 2026.
  • No information about arrests or the victim’s identity was provided.
  • The news article focuses on this criminal case.
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NYPD Horse Chase of Alleged Thief on Parole for Murder Sparks Fury

NYPD Horse Chase of Alleged Thief on Parole for Murder Sparks Fury

April 17, 2026 • Newsweek

Summary

A police officer in New York City chased Felicia Field, a 44-year-old woman, on horseback after she tried to escape. Field has a long arrest history, including a 2000 conviction for second-degree murder, and is currently on lifetime parole.

Key Facts

  • The chase happened on a Wednesday morning in New York City.
  • Felicia Field fled on foot, weaving through cars and under scaffolding.
  • Field was convicted of second-degree murder in 2000 and sentenced to 25 years to life.
  • She was later released and placed on lifetime parole.
  • She has 14 prior arrests.
  • After this latest incident, she faces new charges for larceny (theft) and giving false information.
  • The chase was caught on the mounted officer’s body camera.
  • The incident sparked debate about parole laws and public safety reforms in New York City.
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Transgender Teen Athlete Speaks Out Ahead of Supreme Court Ruling

Transgender Teen Athlete Speaks Out Ahead of Supreme Court Ruling

April 17, 2026 • Newsweek

Summary

A transgender girl in West Virginia, Becky Pepper-Jackson, is involved in a Supreme Court case about whether transgender girls can compete in girls’ school sports. The court’s decision, expected soon, could affect rules across the U.S. and may stop her from continuing in high school track.

Key Facts

  • Becky Pepper-Jackson has identified as a girl since she was 8 and began medical treatment to delay puberty.
  • West Virginia passed a law banning transgender girls from girls’ middle school, high school, and college sports, which led Becky to sue.
  • In 2023, the Supreme Court allowed Becky to keep competing while the legal case was ongoing.
  • The court’s conservative majority seems likely to uphold state bans, saying they don’t violate the Constitution or Title IX (a law against sex discrimination in education).
  • Another related case involves Lindsay Hecox challenging Idaho’s ban on transgender women’s sports participation.
  • West Virginia officials say the law is fair because it separates athletes by biological sex, not gender identity.
  • Some female athletes and groups support the ban, claiming it preserves fairness in girls’ sports.
  • Becky says she wants to compete without an advantage and faces personal challenges due to the controversy.
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Watch live: Trump to court young voters at Turning Point USA event in Arizona

Watch live: Trump to court young voters at Turning Point USA event in Arizona

April 17, 2026 • The Hill

Summary

President Donald Trump spoke at a Turning Point USA event in Arizona to encourage young voters to support Republicans before the November elections. The event focused on building a stronger voter base while Trump’s popularity with young people faces challenges from ongoing global issues and concerns about living costs.

Key Facts

  • President Trump was the main speaker at the Turning Point USA event in Arizona.
  • The event is called “Build the Red Wall” and aims to increase Republican support among young voters.
  • Trump’s support among young voters has been decreasing recently.
  • The drop in support may be linked to the conflict in Iran and worries about affordability.
  • The event took place ahead of the November elections.
  • Turning Point USA is a group that works to engage young conservative voters.
  • Republicans hope to strengthen their voter turnout by focusing on young people.
  • Affordability concerns refer to issues like the rising cost of living that affect voters’ daily lives.
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Tufts student detained by ICE returns to Turkey

Tufts student detained by ICE returns to Turkey

April 17, 2026 • The Hill

Summary

Rümeysa Öztürk, a student at Tufts University, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) last year. She has now finished her Ph.D. and is going back to her home country, Turkey, according to her lawyers.

Key Facts

  • Rümeysa Öztürk is a student who attended Tufts University.
  • She was detained by ICE in 2025.
  • Her detention followed her writing an opinion piece criticizing her university’s response to an issue.
  • Öztürk has completed her Ph.D. program.
  • She is returning to Turkey, her home country.
  • Her lawyers announced this update on a Friday.
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WATCH: Jill Biden bids $35,000 for guest role on ‘Heated Rivalry’

WATCH: Jill Biden bids $35,000 for guest role on ‘Heated Rivalry’

April 17, 2026 • ABC News

Summary

Jill Biden, the former first lady, placed a bid of $35,000 for a guest role on the show "Heated Rivalry" during a fundraising event at the LGBTQ Community Center. However, someone else made a higher bid and won the spot.

Key Facts

  • Jill Biden attended the LGBTQ Community Center’s annual Center Dinner.
  • She bid $35,000 to appear as a guest on the show "Heated Rivalry."
  • Another bidder outbid her for the guest role.
  • The event was a fundraiser for the LGBTQ Community Center.
  • The bidding happened on a Thursday night.
  • Jill Biden held the title of former first lady during this event.
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Psaki on Democrats’ 25th Amendment talk: ‘It’s not going to happen’

Psaki on Democrats’ 25th Amendment talk: ‘It’s not going to happen’

April 17, 2026 • The Hill

Summary

Jen Psaki, a former spokesperson for President Biden, said that Democrats’ ideas to use the 25th Amendment to remove President Trump from office will not happen. This came after some Democrats criticized President Trump’s words and actions related to Iran.

Key Facts

  • Jen Psaki spoke on the show MS NOW.
  • Some Democrats want to use the 25th Amendment against President Trump.
  • The 25th Amendment allows removing a president if they cannot do their job.
  • Psaki said she is okay with people expressing support for this but believes it will not happen.
  • The discussion was related to President Trump’s rhetoric and military strikes on Iran.
  • Psaki was a spokesperson under President Biden.
  • The situation involves disagreements within U.S. politics about President Trump’s behavior.
  • The 25th Amendment has rarely been used in U.S. history.
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Scholar Rumeysa Ozturk returns to Turkiye following Trump deportation push

Scholar Rumeysa Ozturk returns to Turkiye following Trump deportation push

April 17, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Summary

Rumeysa Ozturk, a doctoral student in the United States, decided to return to Turkiye after facing a long legal fight and deportation efforts under President Donald Trump’s administration. She was targeted because of her pro-Palestinian activism and was detained by immigration authorities before being released.

Key Facts

  • Rumeysa Ozturk is a doctoral graduate in child study and human development who announced her return to Turkiye.
  • She was targeted for deportation by the Trump administration due to her pro-Palestinian advocacy on her college campus.
  • Ozturk was arrested by plainclothes immigration officers outside her home in Massachusetts in March 2025.
  • The Department of Homeland Security claimed she supported Hamas, but no evidence was provided.
  • President Trump issued an executive order in January 2025 to take legal action against what he called anti-Semitic activities, including pro-Palestinian protests.
  • Ozturk was detained in several locations and described poor conditions in an ICE detention center in Louisiana.
  • Her case raised legal questions about the government's power to deport foreigners for political speech protected by the First Amendment.
  • The American Civil Liberties Union shared her decision to leave the U.S. after nearly a year of legal battles.
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