International Students File Lawsuit Over Sudden Visa Cancellations, Seek Justice and Policy Reversal

Washington, D.C. — A recent lawsuit is challenging the decision made by U.S. authorities to revoke visas for numerous international students, which has stirred concerns among educational institutions and immigration rights advocates. The legal action, filed in a federal court, contests the guidance which led to the sudden revocation and argues that these changes have brought undue hardship and uncertainty to students from around the globe who were planning to or are currently attending U.S. universities. The lawsuit points to specific administrative alterations made by U.S. officials that significantly affect the immigration status of these … Read more

Tragic Turn: 24-Year-Old Kyren Lacy’s Sudden Death Comes Days Before Key Grand Jury Session on Car Crash

Thibodaux, LA — Kyren Lacy, a 24-year-old man, passed away just days before he was due to potentially be a focal point in a legal proceeding related to a car crash. Authorities involved in the case had scheduled a grand jury to examine the evidence on Wednesday, in a session that could have significantly impacted Lacy, though he was not formally charged before his untimely death. Lacy, known in his community, met his untimely demise this Tuesday under circumstances that have currently left more questions than answers. Preliminary information surrounding his death has not been … Read more

Sudden Loss of Carroll County Attorney John Werden Stuns Community Ahead of ISAC Keynote Address

Carroll County, Iowa – John Werden, a prominent figure and long-serving attorney in Carroll County, passed away this week at the age of 69. Werden’s death was sudden and occurred overnight in Des Moines, where he was scheduled to speak the following morning. Werden, who had a robust career in public service, was in Des Moines to address the Iowa State Association of Counties (ISAC) at their annual conference. His commitment to public service was evidenced by his active involvement in ISAC, where he had just been sworn in for the 2025 term in January. … Read more

Palestinian Activist and Former Columbia Student Leader Detained in Sudden ICE Raid Amid Ongoing Campus Protests

New York City, NY — Mahmoud Khalil, a notable Palestinian activist recognized for his leadership during the 2024 Columbia University student protests, was apprehended Saturday night by federal immigration officials. The arrest occurred at his residence near Columbia’s Manhattan campus, and according to Khalil’s attorney, Amy Greer, was executed under a directive from the State Department to withdraw his green card. During the incident, agents relayed to Greer via phone that the initial intent was to revoke Khalil’s student visa but shifted upon discovering he was a permanent resident. Greer further claimed the agents also … Read more