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Brady United President Kris Brown spreads false information about gun owners, while the firearm industry promotes safety and responsible gun ownership.

NRA's Wayne LaPierre resigns amid corruption trial, a victory for NY AG. Legal showdown continues, but NRA's future is uncertain.

Congresswoman Stefanik exploited Jewish pain for political gain, trying to blur the lines between offensive speech and harassment.

Spotify Wrapped has gone viral, with 120 million users accessing it in 2021. The campaign has been praised and criticized.

Ohio and Virginia voters decide on abortion rights, impacting 2024 elections. Kentucky and Mississippi also elect governors. High stakes for both parties.

Social Security beneficiaries will receive a 3.2% increase in benefits next year, but won't know the exact amount until December.

Social Security recipients may receive a significantly lower cost-of-living adjustment for 2024, with estimates around 3.2%. This increase may not be enough to sustain the cost of living for most beneficiaries. Medicare Part B premiums are also expected to increase. The official adjustment will be announced on Thursday.

A Virginia Democratic candidate who recorded sex acts with her husband for money on a livestreaming website has received endorsements from liberal politicians and advocacy groups.

Greeley residents fear that the proposed merger of Kroger and Albertsons will result in store closures, higher prices, and job losses. Regulators are reviewing the merger, and concerns about previous closures during mergers have been raised. Labor groups argue that the merger puts union jobs at risk, while farmers worry about decreased competition and potential food deserts in rural areas. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser is skeptical of the promises made by the companies and plans to meet with executives before deciding whether to challenge the merger. Public comments on the merger can be submitted to coag.gov/grocerymerger.

Ohio voters head to the polls for a special election over Issue 1, a measure to raise the threshold for voter approval of constitutional amendments.