James Thompson

Journalist at Prism News

WorldPolitics

International correspondent tracking global affairs, diplomatic developments, and cross-cultural policy impacts.

Latest Articles

Dashcam clears rumor around Key West commissioner’s speeding stop

Dashcam video showed a brief Key West speeding stop that fueled rumors, but the police record ended with only a verbal warning for Commissioner Sam Kaufman.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

FDOT schedules public meetings on $13.9 million Keys bridge repairs

FDOT set three meetings in Marathon, Big Pine Key and Key West as $13.9 million in bridge repairs could ripple across U.S. 1 from fall 2026 through fall 2029.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Laramie updates street rehab schedule, work set across city through October

Laramie pushed street rehab dates back across key corridors, with S Colorado Avenue now slated for April 20-26 and work set to run citywide through October.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Megan Degenfelder rallies Albany County Republicans at Laramie dinner event

Megan Degenfelder took her governor campaign to a $25 Laramie dinner, leaning on grassroots conservative energy and local Republican ties.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Greensboro's incoming police chief seeks trust, says actions matter more than words

More than a dozen residents challenged Kamran Afzal’s hire, and he answered with one promise: “actions do” more than words.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

$17 million State Route 17 bridge replacement begins in Wallkill

Route 17 drivers in Wallkill now face lane shifts and daily closures as a $17 million bridge replacement runs through late 2027.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Perham council backs change to EMS board voting rules

Perham’s 3-2 vote backed dropping the EMS board’s unanimity rule, a change that could speed ambulance decisions across the city and surrounding townships.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Backers turn in 30,000 signatures for Fresno County road tax measure

Supporters filed more than 30,000 signatures to put a half-cent Fresno County transportation tax on the November ballot, setting up a fight over roads, transit and who pays.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

La Paz County board weighs setback variance for Parker home project

John Beck is asking La Paz County for 3-foot side setbacks at 827 Swan Dr., a small variance that could set a useful precedent for Parker lots.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

La Paz County to hear proposal for off-roading, music and food venue

Noise, traffic and weekend crowds could hit 55th Street if La Paz County advances a proposed off-road, music and food venue tied to Federico Espinoza.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Jamestown Chamber schedules public forums for city, school races

Jamestown voters can question mayoral hopefuls, council candidates and school and parks contenders at two free Chamber forums in early May.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Grand Traverse County declares emergency as Boardman River flooding worsens

Floodwater closed S. Cedar Street, pushed eight East Bay Township residents out by boat, and sent county officials into emergency mode.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Sterling police host statewide use-of-force training for officers

Sterling hosted a one-day statewide class on how stress shapes use-of-force decisions, putting Logan County at the center of officer training.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Logan County commissioners weigh testifying against state wildlife appointees

Logan County commissioners are weighing a challenge to two Polis appointees on Colorado’s wildlife board, where rules can affect hunting, ranching and land use across the county.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Holmes County deputies seek pickup, trailer in early-morning crash

Deputies are asking who saw a pickup and trailer in an early-morning crash, and the key tip line is 330-674-7018.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Collin County cities, school boards face May 2 local elections

Celina, Frisco and Princeton voters will choose mayors and council members before early voting opens April 20, with growth, schools and city spending on the line.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Charlestown limits fire department medical calls, shifts emergency response

Charlestown has capped fire department medical dispatches, putting more 911 patients in Golden Cross Ambulance’s hands and raising new worries about response times.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Frisco council grapples with anti-Asian rhetoric, public comment rules change

Frisco’s April 7 council meeting exposed a fight over belonging, as anti-Asian rhetoric pushed leaders to tighten decorum rules but not cut public comment time.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

New Kensington man pleads no contest in Laurelton Center burglary case

Copper thieves left Laurelton Center with $12,000 in damage, and a New Kensington man has now pleaded no contest in the Union County case.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

Government

Coeur d'Alene reentry program closes in May after state budget cuts

Coeur d’Alene’s last reentry class will graduate before the station closes, leaving about 80 to 90 probationers and parolees to find support elsewhere.

Apr 15, 2026·2 min read

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