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California Appeals Court Declares Ammunition Background Check Law Unconstitutional in Landmark Ruling

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SAN FRANCISCO — A federal appeals court has ruled that a California law mandating background checks for ammunition purchases infringes upon the Second Amendment rights of individuals. The decision, issued by the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, marks a significant legal development in the ongoing debate over gun control in the state. The law, which took effect in 2016, required any buyer of ammunition to undergo a background check similar to those required for firearms purchases. Supporters of the measure argued that it aimed to reduce gun violence by ensuring that only lawful individuals … Read more

Tour de France 2025: Jury Keeps Riders in Check Amid Exciting Start—No Major Penalties on Day Two

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Lille, France — The Tour de France challenges cyclists to push their physical limits over three grueling weeks. During the race, the jury is responsible for enforcing rules and imposing penalties for any infractions. As the competition unfolds, IDLProCycling.com will monitor these decisions, offering updates after each stage. In cycling, typical violations can range from using sticky bottles and improperly discarding waste to more serious offenses like drafting behind vehicles or engaging in dangerous riding tactics. The race jury has the authority to issue penalties that may include fines, yellow cards, and even disqualifications depending … Read more

“Reality Check: Arizona Woman Indicted for Allegedly Faking Pregnancy to Defraud ‘Bachelor’ Star Clayton Echard”

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PHOENIX, Arizona — A 34-year-old woman is facing serious allegations for allegedly fabricating evidence in a paternity lawsuit involving Clayton Echard, a notable figure from “The Bachelor.” Laura Michelle Owens is charged with seven felonies, including fraudulent schemes and forgery, following an investigation by the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office. The inquiry began in July 2022 after a Superior Court judge requested a probe into Owens’ claims during the paternity proceedings. Initially, Owens sought child support from Echard, but inconsistencies in her statements raised suspicions among prosecutors and led to further scrutiny. Authorities revealed that Owens … Read more

Viral TikTok Video Captures Immigration Lawyer Confronting Armed ICE Agents During Alleged Welfare Check

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In a recent incident that has garnered significant attention, a TikTok video capturing an interaction between Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) officers and a Virginia-based immigration attorney exceeded 16 million views. The video features a tense encounter outside the attorney’s client’s home, where several armed HSI agents, a branch of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), purportedly conducted a welfare check on a minor awaiting a Green Card. The attorney, James Rivera, recorded the footage on Monday as he arrived at the residence to find five HSI agents present, allegedly to perform checks related to potential child … Read more