Valerie Richardson
Articles by Valerie Richardson
List of hate groups circulated by federal government to banks included top conservative organization
The federal government circulated a list of "hate groups" to U.S. banks as part of its post-Jan. 6 financial surveillance, a tally compiled by left-of-center groups that featured a host of mainstream conservative organizations. Published March 8, 2024
Utah opens investigation into Salt Lake City bar’s ‘No Zionists Allowed’ policy
"As many are, we are horrified by the ongoing genocide in Gaza and are even more horrified to see so many Americans ignore and rationalize ethnic cleansing," the bar's post said. "That is why we are pleased to announce we are banning all zionists forever from our establishments." Published March 7, 2024
San Francisco approves public-safety measures in backlash against progressive agenda
San Francisco residents are known for their unflinchingly progressive views, but apparently even leftists can grow weary of rising crime, drugs, public defecation and homelessness. Published March 6, 2024
Snowboarding coach, fired over comments on transgender athletes, settles case for $75,000
A high school snowboarding coach who was fired for telling students that men and women are biologically different won't get his job back, but he will walk away $75,000 richer. Published March 5, 2024
Another Soros-backed DA on hot seat as recall of Oakland’s Pamela Price advances
Petition organizers have submitted thousands of signatures to recall Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price, the latest prosecutor backed by Democratic megadonor George Soros to face ouster over concerns about rising lawlessness. Published March 5, 2024
Breaking the law: Prosecutors get firsthand look from other side of court
Former Baltimore City State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby's conviction has come as district attorneys are facing heightened scrutiny over their political agendas as well as potential legal and ethical lapses. Published February 12, 2024
Chiefs or 49ers? Fans face Super Bowl quandary as presidential politics muddy field
For fans worried that their choice of Super Bowl team constitutes an implicit endorsement of President Biden or former President Donald Trump, here's the good news: It's more complicated than that. Published February 8, 2024
Study on dangers of abortion pill retracted ahead of Supreme Court hearing
A major academic publisher has retracted three articles by a leading pro-life research group, including a study raising medical concerns about the abortion pill ahead of a Supreme Court hearing on the drug's federal approval. Published February 7, 2024
Surfer Bethany Hamilton shrugs off splashback in standing up for women’s sports
Say this for Bethany Hamilton, she isn't one to steer clear of choppy waters. Published February 6, 2024
Democrat-led Colorado House refuses to allow Hamas victims’ families on chamber floor
The Colorado House speaker turned away Monday a delegation of Israeli visitors, including six family members of Hamas hostages and victims, citing concerns about the reaction from the Democratic-controlled chamber. Published February 6, 2024
Superintendent cheers ‘big win’ after Oklahoma drag-queen principal resigns
An Oklahoma City elementary-school principal who moonlights as a drag queen has resigned in what the state superintendent called a "big win" for schools. Published February 5, 2024
Republicans move to cut off funding permanently to Hamas-linked U.N. relief agency
United Nations Relief and Works Agency officials warn that they might need to shut down operations in Gaza unless the U.S. and other nations resume their funding, but they're not getting much sympathy from congressional Republicans. Published February 5, 2024
Brown University president refuses demands of students holding ‘Hunger Strike for Palestine’
Brown University President Christina Paxson on Friday rejected demands by pro-Palestinian students on a hunger strike until the school spanks defense contractors and other companies doing business with Israel. Published February 3, 2024
Republicans seek to block male-born athletes from competing in women’s Olympic sports
Male-born Lia Thomas' dream of competing in Olympic women's swimming could face another hurdle, this one from congressional Republicans. Published February 2, 2024
Violence-plagued Chicago mocked for city council demanding Gaza cease-fire
Chicago has become the largest U.S. city to pass a resolution demanding a cease-fire in Gaza, prompting critics to ask: How about a cease-fire in the Windy City? Published February 1, 2024
Six pro-lifers face up to 10 years in prison for protest outside Tennessee abortion clinic
Six pro-life activists face up to a decade in prison each after being convicted of violating federal law for a protest at an abortion clinic in Tennessee, a victory for the Biden administration in what foes have decried as a politically motivated crackdown on the pro-life movement. Published January 31, 2024
Kappa Kappa Gamma hit with lawsuit as sorority considers transgender member for president
The same sorority that allowed a transgender student to join its University of Wyoming chapter has now cleared the way for a transgender member to become national president. Published January 31, 2024
‘Whiny snowflakes’: Billionaire Ken Griffin joins list of Harvard donors halting donations
Billionaire Harvard megadonor Ken Griffin has suspended contributions to his embattled alma mater, criticizing its handling of campus antisemitism and comparing students at elite universities to "whiny snowflakes." Published January 30, 2024
Florida bans changing driver’s licenses to show gender identity instead of sex
Florida will no longer allow residents to change their driver's licenses to reflect their gender identity instead of their biological sex, much to the chagrin of transgender rights advocates. Published January 30, 2024
San Franciscans sue to stop cash handouts to Black, Hispanic transgender residents
San Francisco's landmark initiative providing guaranteed cash to low-income Black and Hispanic transgender residents may be well intentioned, but whether it's entirely legal is another question. Published January 29, 2024
