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• Tim Walz Says He Ended Minnesota Governor Run to Shield Residents From Trump - “I don’t think any governor in history has had to fight a war against the federal government every single day,” Gov. Walz said after ending his re-election bid.
• Georgia calls special election in March to fill MTG vacancy after Trump rupture and resignation - Georgia sets March 10, 2026 special election to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene's House seat after her resignation following public break with President Trump.
• Trump ousting of Maduro draws parallels to US raid in Panama – but there are some major contrasts - Maduro's arrest and indictment echo a case the U.S. brought more than 30 years ago against Panama's leader, Manuel Noriega.
• Don’t lock your family out: A digital legacy guide - Digital legacy planning guide explains how families can access accounts after death, including guides Apple legacy contacts, Google's inactive account manager, and password access.
• Brown University shooter confessed in videos to planning attack for long time, showed no remorse: DOJ - Federal prosecutors release video transcripts allegedly recorded by Brown University gunman who killed 2 students, showing no remorse for shooting.
• Minn gov candidate says locals cheer Walz scrapping re-election as much as Venezuelans cheer Maduro's fall - U.S. Army veteran Kendall Qualls criticizes Governor Tim Walz's tenure, citing Minneapolis riots and welfare fraud scandal as disasters during his two terms as Minnesota governor.
• Michael Reagan, eldest son of former President Ronald Reagan, dies at 80 - Conservative author and radio host Michael Reagan, who promoted his father Ronald Reagan's legacy through the Reagan Foundation, has died at age 80.
• Protests grow as Iran’s government makes meager offer amid tanking economy - Amnesty International says security forces’ raid on hospital in Ilam to seize protesters violates international law.
• Two iconic culinary symbols leave San Francisco at the start of 2026 - As the new year begins, San Francisco residents will have to say goodbye to a couple of community staples.
• Chicago Catholic university offers courses on running cannabis dispensaries - DePaul University in Chicago offers cannabis dispensary management courses as marijuana businesses boom, with dispensaries growing across the country.
• Pro-Maduro groups protesting Trump’s actions in socialist country include Soros-backed organization - One of the groups organizing protests against President Donald Trump’s capture of Venezuelan socialist dictator Nicolás Maduro is a group funded by the George Soros-tied Open Society Foundation.
• Rubio Tells Lawmakers Trump Wants to Buy Greenland - President Trump has said since his first term that he wants to acquire Greenland, and he asked aides for an updated plan on Monday. European leaders rejected the president’s assertions.
• Trump urges GOP to be ‘flexible’ on Hyde Amendment, igniting backlash from pro-life allies - President Donald Trump suggests Republicans should show flexibility on the Hyde Amendment, which bans federal funding for most abortions, sparking backlash from conservative groups.
• Mobs of motorcycle-riding armed militia hunt Venezuelan streets for Trump supporters as crackdown intensifies - Venezuela crackdown intensifies as Diosdado Cabello leads paramilitary groups following Nicolás Maduro's reported capture, with armed colectivos conducting searches.
• Amy Schumer files for divorce from Chris Fischer after declaring 2026 'year of self care' - Comedian Amy Schumer filed divorce papers in New York court Tuesday after announcing her split from chef husband of 7 years, Chris Fischer, in December.
• CIA advised Trump against supporting Venezuela's democratic opposition - Trump dismissed the leadership of Venezuela's democratic opposition in favor of Maduro's handpicked vice president, Delcy Rodríguez, now the interim president.
• Ravens fire head coach John Harbaugh after 18 seasons: reports - After 18 seasons, head coach John Harbaugh will no longer be leading the Baltimore Ravens, as the franchise decided to fire him after losing the AFC North title.
• Experts issue warning about shocking trafficking trend: 'We are well past the point where this can be ignored' - "Must address this as a priority."
• Eric McCormack's Ex Janet Leigh Holden to Receive “Will & Grace” Residuals, $10K a Month in Spousal Support in Divorce Settlement - The pair met in 1994 and were married for 26 years before filing for divorce in November 2023
• Trump embraces US intervention in Venezuela, opens door to broader Latin America push - President Trump ordered U.S. forces to strike Venezuela and seize Nicolás Maduro, escalating U.S. military involvement and signaling a tougher approach toward Latin America.
• 3 Stocks That Cut You a Check Each Month - If you are looking for monthly dividend payers, this trio offers high yield, growth, and turnaround opportunities.
• Knicks ride losing streak after Zohran Mamdani shouts out Jalen Brunson - The New York Knicks remain winless after Mayor Zohran Mamdani mimicked Jalen Brunson's celebration in his inauguration speech, sparking social media criticism and fan reaction.
• Trump backs Maduro loyalist over Venezuela opposition leader in post-capture transition - Trump administration reportedly sidelines Venezuela opposition leader Machado, engaging Maduro's VP Rodríguez for transition after dictator's removal.
• Trump says his voters loved the Venezuela attack — here’s what they really think - It's only been days since an audacious U.S. raid snatched Nicolás Maduro from a Venezuelan military base and sped him to a Brooklyn prison, yet Detroit-area Trump supporter Aaron Tobin can already see it all playing out on the big screen.
• After 80-minute Trump address, GOP lawmakers say momentum is back as healthcare fight looms - Trump urges Republicans to focus on healthcare reform and Obamacare subsidies during address to GOP lawmakers, outlining strategy for 2026 legislative priorities and midterm elections.
• Stanford writing program accused of prioritizing ideology over core skills: 'Nonsense' - Stanford University allegedly promotes writing courses featuring anti-ICE content and drag shows, sparking criticism from education watchdog groups.
• Police found crack cocaine or methamphetamine in traffic stop involving ex-MLB star Lenny Dykstra: report - Pennsylvania State Police reportedly found crack cocaine or methamphetamine during the traffic stop involving ex-MLB All-Star Lenny Dykstra on New Year's Day.
• Father arrested on drug, weapons charges as 4-year-old son found dead after New Year's disappearance - Father arrested on felony charges during search for missing 4-year-old son who died after disappearing in Alabama. Jameson Boley allegedly exposed kids to drugs.
• LA Mayor Bass compares anti-ICE protests to Lakers championship disturbance: 'A few knuckleheads' - Mayor Karen Bass downplayed last year’s anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles, saying the unrest resembled post–Lakers championship vandalism rather than riots.
• Trump weighs using U.S. military to acquire Greenland: White House - President Donald Trump is considering "a range of options" in order to acquire Greenland, including "utilizing the U.S. Military," the White House said.
• More Americans may be classified as obese under new definition, study suggests - New obesity criteria that add waist and body fat measures to BMI could classify nearly 70% of U.S. adults as obese, according to a new study.
• Cardinals draw social media backlash after firing Jonathan Gannon day after birthday tribute - The Arizona Cardinals face social media backlash after posting birthday wishes for coach Jonathan Gannon just one day before firing him following nine straight losses.
• How Venezuela’s Oil Could Shake Up the World Supply - The country could, eventually, attract investment and re-emerge as a force in the oil markets, but many analysts are concerned about an oversupply.
• Minnesota hotel removed from approved federal lodging list after refusing to accommodate ICE agents - The GSA removed a Minnesota Hampton Inn from federal lodging programs after the hotel refused to accommodate ICE agents, preventing 4+ million federal employees from staying there.
• Crockett calls Trump the 'Maduro of the United States' during 'The View' appearance - Rep. Jasmine Crockett compared President Donald Trump to Nicolás Maduro on "The View," calling Trump the "Maduro of the United States."
• When Expertise Isn’t Enough: What Dr. Janell Green Smith’s Death Reveals About a Crisis We’ve Ignored for Too Long - Dr. Janell Green Smith was a midwife and maternal health expert. Still, she couldn't save herself from racial inequities in childbirth.
• Steve Kerr gets ejected with Snoop Dogg on call for Warriors game: 'Get him out of there!' - Snoop Dogg provided hilarious commentary while Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr was ejected after arguing with referees on Monday night.
• One year after LA fires, politicians' promises of permits appear paltry - One year later, 96% of structures destroyed in California's devastating Eaton and Palisades fires remain unbuilt as survivors face bureaucratic delays.
• Elon Musk's xAI raises $20 billion from investors including Nvidia, Cisco, Fidelity - Elon Musk's AI said it raised $20 billion in new funding after CNBC reported in November that a financing round would value the company at about $230 billion.
• Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P Touch New Highs; Data Center Cooling Names Tank (Live Coverage) - Access to this page has been denied because we believe you are using automation tools to browse the website.
• After Maduro’s Ouster, Marco Rubio Faces the Challenge of Running Venezuela - The secretary of state helped steer President Trump to attacking Venezuela and seizing Nicolás Maduro, and now aims to force the country to give U.S. companies access to its oil.
• Walz’s long-running fraud scandal puts Harris campaign judgment under scrutiny - Tim Walz drops re-election bid amid $9 billion fraud scandal, sparking serious questions about Kamala Harris' VP vetting process and political judgment.
• Rand Paul breaks with Trump on Venezuela, calls action ‘war’ as Senate prepares constitutional showdown - Sen. Rand Paul calls U.S. military action in Venezuela "war," challenging the Trump administration's authority as Senate debates war powers resolution.
• Ravens kicker Tyler Loop flooded with hateful messages on social media missed kick ends playoff hopes - After a missed field goal ended the Baltimore Ravens’ season, fans flooded social media to attack rookie kicker Tyler Loop, turning his engagement post into a viral storm.
• Israel and Syria resume diplomatic dialogue after months of silence under US mediation - Israel and Syria reportedly resume diplomatic talks with U.S. backing under Trump's Middle East peace vision, focusing on border security and regional stability.
• Greenland’s melting ice and landslide-prone fjords make the oil and minerals Trump is eyeing dangerous to extract - Melting ice, thawing permafrost and crumbling fjord walls are just a few of the risks climate change poses for those living and working in Greenland.
• Pirro touts DC crime is being prosecuted 'like never before' in announcing year-end stats - U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Tuesday that under President Donald Trump's leadership, "We have seen a renewed focus on cracking down on violent offenders."
• Trump Warns of Impeachment if Republicans Lose Midterm Elections - President Trump is still sowing doubt about the integrity of America’s elections. The claims could affect this year’s midterms.
• What Americans think about the situation in Venezuela, according to recent polls - There are few signs that President Donald Trump’s supporters wanted the United States to become more embroiled in foreign conflicts ahead of its military actions in Venezuela — even as many Republicans show initial support for his military
• Your sleep and activity patterns may reveal hidden brain health risk, study suggests - A new study finds that sleep timing is linked to dementia risk, as people with weak circadian rhythms face a 2.5 times higher risk of developing cognitive decline.