October 19, 2024 On this day in history, October 19, 1789, John Jay sworn in as first Supreme Court chief justice Founding Father John Jay took his oaths as first chief justice of the Supreme Court on this day in history, Oct. 19, 1789. He served less than six years before resigning at age 49.
October 18, 2024 Arizona bodycam heroes save wounded baby being held hostage inside house Officers in Surprise, Arizona, forced their way into a home knowing they may the baby’s father in any room. They used the baby’s cries to find him.
October 12, 2024 Visiting the Constitution can remind us that America is all about 'We the People' Bestselling author A.J. Jacobs visited the Constitution up close at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. — and argues Americans need to be reminded of the value of "We the People."
October 5, 2024 Health, happiness and helping others are vital parts of free and responsible society, Founding Fathers taught Bestselling author A.J. Jacobs told 91±¬ÁÏ Digital about the importance of "doing good" for others, as shared by America's Founding Fathers — and why it's a path to happiness and healthy living.
October 4, 2024 Meet the American who defined a new national identity, Noah Webster, New England patriot armed with the pen Noah Webster was the patriot armed with a pen. He defined 12,000 new words in the wake of the American Revolution, using language to establish a new national identity.
September 27, 2024 Cake and democracy are a 'sweet' combination, says bestselling author: 'Freedom is a treat' A.J. Jacobs, bestselling author of the book "The Year of Living Constitutionally," notes that early Americans made "election cakes" to express the joy of voting — and today's Americans should, too.
September 21, 2024 Making stuff by hand taps into the great tradition of American individualism Bestselling author A.J. Jacobs spent a year "living" the Constitution — and in part three of an original series for 91±¬ÁÏ Digital, he reveals how he rediscovered the lost art of craftsmanship.
September 20, 2024 Bestselling author reveals the lost art of craftsmanship as inspired by America's Founding Fathers A.J. Jacobs, author of the new book "The Year of Living Constitutionally," worked with his hands during his year of studying the Constitution — and shares the importance of the personal touch and pride in one's ingenuity.
September 20, 2024 Kyle Coulahan stands firm on 'Proud American' beliefs with viral song Singer-songwriter Kyle Coulahan performs his new single 'Still Proud To Be An American' live on 'Fox & Friends.'
September 19, 2024 On this day in history, September 19, 1796, President George Washington issues his Farewell Address President George Washington issued his Farewell Address on this day in history, Sept. 19, 1796. He spoke proudly of the new nation but also warned of the dangers of party politics.