There were 314 local measures in 26 different states and D.C., on the ballot for voters in the top 100 largest cities.
SolarWinds Hack May be Big Setback to Judicial Transparency
The vulnerability in SolarWinds resulted in an “apparent compromise” of “highly sensitive non-public documents,” such as sealed filings.
An Existential Crisis is Looming in Hong Kong
The last major electoral test was the District elections of September 2019, in which pro-democracy candidates swept the board
How AI Can Help Consumers Identify Fake News
New research shows that AI can help form accurate news assessments – but only when a news story is first emerging.
Ex-Felon Lawmakers Backing Washington Felon Voting Reforms
Several formerly incarcerated Washington state residents last voiced support for voting rights for people convicted of felonies.
Where’s the Accountability for the Beirut Blast?
A domestic investigation riddled with due process violations and allegations of political interference suffers delay after delay.
Legislature Moves Forward With Wyoming Voter ID Requirement
The bill would, among other things, mandate that “acceptable identification” be presented by anyone voting in person.
Priest Ousted After Exorcisms Aimed at Overturning Election
Livestreamed exorcisms aimed at rooting out what he falsely claimed was widespread fraud in the Nov. 3 presidential election.
Russian Activist Shevchenko Spends 2 Years Under House Arrest
Human Rights Watch writes that January 23 marks two years of a strict system of house arrest for Russian activist Anastasiya Shevchenko.
Targeted Killings of Afghan Journalists Threaten Free Media
A recent string of targeted killings in Afghanistan has created an atmosphere of fear among Afghan journalists.