Laura Kensington
Freelance Journalist · Philadelphia, PA
PureSource News LLC
Laura Kensington is a Philadelphia based freelance journalist covering government, business, courts, public institutions, and regional affairs. Her work often involves researching complicated stories in which information is spread across public records, agency statements, and multiple organizations. Kensington takes a detail oriented approach to reporting and pays particular attention to dates, documented actions, and source attribution. Her goal is to give readers a concise account of the facts while preserving the context necessary to understand them.
Articles by Laura Kensington
134 published articles — showing the 24 most recent
State Department Files Rule to Update FOIA Procedures
The State Department filed a regulation on September 18, 2026, to update Freedom of Information Act procedures. The rule mandates electronic submissions for two components and sets a 30-day deadline for appeals.
Anthropic CEO Amodei Calls for Slower AI Development in U.S.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei published an essay on September 12, 2026, urging a slowdown in advanced AI systems. Rival leaders offered mixed responses while the U.S. Senate introduced oversight legislation in June. US President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social that the US must remain the leader in AI innovation and not be slowed by "fear-based restrictions."
Interior Orders Signs at Smithsonian Under Trump Order
The Interior Department ordered signs on National Park Service land citing a July executive order. The project costs an estimated $84,000 while Senator Jeff Merkley condemns the move.
Rafael, Lockheed Accelerate SPICE 1000 Integration on Israel's F-35 Adir
Rafael and Lockheed Martin are accelerating the integration of SPICE 1000 munitions onto Israel Air Force F-35 Adir fighters. The project uses a SPICE Lite process to expand the strike capacity of the stealth fleet.
Jairo Saenz Sentenced to 60 Years for Racketeering
Jairo Saenz received a 60-year prison term for racketeering involving seven murders. The sentence addresses his role in MS-13 violence across Long Island from 2016 to 2017.
Willemsen Fined for Pollutant Discharge in Ohio Creek
Teunis Jan Willemsen paid a $25,000 fine on September 8, 2026, for negligently discharging pollutants. The offense killed approximately 789 fish and 1,371 other aquatic animals in Little Black Creek.
Breakwave Tanker ETF Gains 3,600% on Rate Surge
The Breakwave Tanker Shipping ETF rose 3,600% this year as tanker rates jumped 500%. Geopolitical disruptions pushed weekly shipping diversions from 1,000 to over 9,000.
Fort Worth Woman Deported in First Alien Terrorist Case
Nazira Haji Zada was deported from Texas after conceding she is an alien terrorist. This marks the first use of the Alien Terrorist Removal Court since its 1996 creation.
Dow Jones Convicted in Hong Kong on Union Charge
A Hong Kong court convicted Dow Jones Publishing of deterring an employee from exercising trade union rights. The firm was acquitted of dismissing Selina Cheng, who lost her job after becoming union chair.
TSA Considers Full Water Bottles for PreCheck at Select Airports
The Transportation Security Administration may soon allow PreCheck passengers to carry full water bottles through security at specific airports.
Patients Face $40,000 Monthly Cost for Rasonque
Pancreatic cancer patients confront a $40,000 monthly list price for newly approved drug Rasonque. Insurance denials and program closures created immediate access barriers for individuals like Juan Solano.
Carvajal-Muñoz Sues DHS Officers For 2026 Arrest in Maine
Juan Sebastián Carvajal-Muñoz filed a federal lawsuit against Department of Homeland Security officers for constitutional violations during a 2026 arrest in Maine.
10-Year Treasury Yield Rises to 4.8063% on Job Data
The 10-year Treasury yield climbed to 4.8063% Thursday after August jobs exceeded forecasts. Probability of a September Federal Reserve rate hike increased to 58 percent.
Pentagon Signs AI Contracts With Four Tech Firms
The Department of Defense signed July 2025 contracts with Anthropic, Google, OpenAI, and xAI to build military AI prototypes. Each agreement is worth up to $200 million and includes data sharing between the firms and the Pentagon.
Murder Trial Opens in Mexico for Three Suspects
The trial of three men accused of killing two Australian brothers and an American surfer began Monday in Ensenada, Mexico.
Corie Walsh Charged With Murder in Illinois
Corie Walsh faces three murder counts after her son died in Frankfort, Illinois. Prosecutors seek detention citing threats against her other children and husband.
Lands' End Posts $3.5 Million Net Income in Second Quarter
Lands' End reported a $3.5 million net income for the fiscal second quarter ended July 31, 2026. The company used $300 million from a WHP Global transaction to repay its term loan.
Judge Vacates Sanchez Trial After Guilty Plea Motion in Indianapolis
Marion County Judge James B. Osborn vacated Mark Sanchez's jury trial in Indianapolis to review his motion to plead guilty. A November 9 hearing is set before the court accepts the plea regarding charges from a 2025 altercation.
Antonelli Wins Italian Grand Prix From 19th Grid Spot
Kimi Antonelli won the Italian Grand Prix on September 6, 2026, after starting 19th due to a penalty. The victory extends his championship lead to 66 points over George Russell with ten races left.
Miami: Amazon Cargo Plane Crash Kills Five
An Amazon cargo plane operated by 21 Air overran a runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday, killing at least five people and striking several vehicles after leaving the runway.
Anak Krakatau Eruption Closes Six Indonesian Airports
Volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau forced the closure of six airports in Indonesia on Sunday. The disruptions grounded 516 flights and stranded approximately 22,800 passengers.
UN Adopts Map Resolution as US Votes No
The UN General Assembly adopted a non-binding resolution on September 4, 2026, urging equal-area map projections with 164 votes in favor.
Meloni Government Sets Record for Longest Uninterrupted Tenure in Italy
Giorgia Meloni's administration became Italy's longest-serving uninterrupted government since World War II after 1,413 days.
Kennedy Center Removes Joel Shapiro Sculpture Blue in Washington, D.C.
The Kennedy Center removed the sculpture Blue from its grounds on September 2, 2026. The Joel Shapiro and Ellen Phelan Foundation will decide where to install the work next.