CRIME September 13 Staffer for NYC mayor fired amid extortion reports after NYPD commissioner resigns The controversy surrounding New York City Mayor Eric Adams' administration continues after the termination of a staffer accused of trying to extort money from a bar owner.
POLITICS September 4 Controversial mayor defies board, says she 'cleaned up' town despite turning balance sheet red Embattled "supermayor" Tiffany Henyard defied the the Village of Dolton’s board of trustees Tuesday when she proceeded with a board meeting despite it being postponed by trustees.
Illinois August 29 Dolton, Illinois mayor's former assistant turns on her over 'unethical and predatory behavior' Mayor Tiffany Henyard is facing fresh allegations of lavish spending with her former assistant releasing a statement accusing her of manipulating employees, vendors and residents.
Venezuelan Political Crisis August 26 Venezuelan official decries 'grave lack of transparency and veracity' in election results Venezuelan electoral official Juan Carlos Delpino denounced Monday the "grave lack of transparency and veracity" in the results of last month's election.
Illinois August 16 State funds to Dolton cut as embattled 'supermayor' Tiffany Henyard tries to reinstate indicted police chief Some state funds to Dolton, Illinois, have been stopped over the town's alleged failure to submit financial records, where controversial Mayor Tiffany Henyard has been accused of excessive spending.
Brazil July 4 Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro indicted by Federal Police in undeclared diamonds case: AP Brazilian Federal Police have reportedly indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro over alleged, undisclosed diamond receipts from Saudi Arabia, AP sources say.
Central America June 26 Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández sentenced to 45 years in US prison Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for colluding with drug traffickers to ensure over 400 tons of cocaine reached American soil.
United Kingdom June 20 UK investigating second Tory candidate over election betting allegations The U.K.'s Gambling Commission is investigating a second Conservative public office candidate for allegedly placing a bet on the timing of the country's July 4 election.
Politics June 8 Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs under investigation for alleged 'pay-to-play' scheme Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs is under investigation for an alleged "pay-for-play" scheme after a report showed a business got a big rate hike after it donated to her inauguration
South Africa June 5 South African Cabinet minister arrested on bribery allegations South African Cabinet Minister Zizi Kodwa of the African National Congress was arrested and appeared in court on bribery charges. He said he intends to plead not guilty.
