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William Foster

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Infrastructure Correspondent tracking federal spending on transportation, broadband, and public works.

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Sen. Chris Coons Weighs in on Trump's New Nominee for National Intelligence Director

Sen. Chris Coons Weighs in on Trump's New Nominee for National Intelligence Director

Democratic Sen. Chris Coons of Delaware shares his thoughts on President Trump's latest pick to oversee the U.S. intelligence community.

Jun 12, 2026
Ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Given 30-Year Prison Term for Drone Flights Over Pyongyang

Ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Given 30-Year Prison Term for Drone Flights Over Pyongyang

South Korea's ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol and his former defense minister were sentenced to 30 years in prison for allegedly ordering drone flights over Pyongyang in 2024.

Jun 12, 2026
Love in the Time of Tragedy: A Review of 'Romeo & Juliet' at Shakespeare in the Park

Love in the Time of Tragedy: A Review of 'Romeo & Juliet' at Shakespeare in the Park

The Public Theater's Shakespeare in the Park presents a low-energy version of the classic tragedy, leaving audiences yearning for more passion and drama.

Jun 12, 2026
China's Arrest of U.S. Scholar Sparks Concerns Over Academic Freedom

China's Arrest of U.S. Scholar Sparks Concerns Over Academic Freedom

China's arrest of U.S. scholar U Min Zin has sparked concerns over academic freedom and the potential impact on research in Myanmar.

Jun 12, 2026
As Screwworm Cases Mount, U.S. Officials Ramp Up Response

As Screwworm Cases Mount, U.S. Officials Ramp Up Response

The parasitic, flesh-eating fly has now been confirmed in cows, goats, and dogs, prompting a swift and decisive response from U.S. officials.

Jun 12, 2026
Tragedy at Laguna Beach: Body of 5-Year-Old Girl Swept Out to Sea Recovered

Tragedy at Laguna Beach: Body of 5-Year-Old Girl Swept Out to Sea Recovered

A devastating search and rescue operation comes to a close as officials confirm the recovery of a 5-year-old girl's body swept into the ocean at California's Laguna Beach.

Jun 12, 2026
PREVIEW: POLITICS

12 Hurt in 'Gunfight' at Ohio Festival, Police Say

A chaotic scene unfolded at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, on Saturday, leaving 12 people injured and two critically hurt.

Jun 11, 2026
Olivia Rodrigo's Heartbreak Anthems: A Glimpse into the Pop Star's Creative Process

Olivia Rodrigo's Heartbreak Anthems: A Glimpse into the Pop Star's Creative Process

Olivia Rodrigo opens up about the difficulty of writing happy songs and her Glastonbury anxiety attack.

Jun 11, 2026
The Furious Dispute Over What Caused Air India Flight 171 to Crash

The Furious Dispute Over What Caused Air India Flight 171 to Crash

The investigation into the crash of Air India Flight 171 has sparked a fierce debate over the cause of the tragedy, with different parties pointing fingers at each other.

Jun 11, 2026
Pope Leo's Blessing Marks a New Era for La Sagrada Familia

Pope Leo's Blessing Marks a New Era for La Sagrada Familia

After 144 years of construction, La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona receives a blessing from Pope Leo, bringing the world's tallest church one step closer to completion.

Jun 11, 2026