The Brief: The Webster County Attorney’s Office cleared Josiah Byram of criminal charges following a July 24, 2026, fatal shooting in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Investigators determined Thomas Ahrens initiated an unprovoked attack, pursuing Byram to his home. Byram shot Ahrens in self-defense before immediately contacting emergency services and cooperating with…

This article was originally published by Conner McEleney at The Mises Institute.  Many progressives, such as Robert Reich and Kyle Kulinski, argue that the economy needs a universal basic income (UBI) to fix it. Their argument stems from the idea that UBI has no serious flaws, that many studies show…

Key Takeaways Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich signed Expedited Bill 23-26E, updating the county’s firearms ordinance after a court ruling. The new law maintains restrictions on carrying firearms near schools, parks, and other public places, while removing some areas from the restricted list. The bill revises ghost gun provisions, allowing…