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• Social media post about Tennessee mayor's children sparks feud with local Democrats - Tennessee Republican mayor clashes with Democrats over Planned Parenthood training post, creating political firestorm in Hamilton County community.
• TV crew films in West Palm for new ABC crime show. What to know - TV crews recently filmed scenes in downtown West Palm for new ABC series on a photographer-turned-private-investigator based on a Carl Hiassen novel.
• Former Trail Blazers center Chris Dudley makes second run for governor of Oregon - Former NBA player Chris Dudley announced his governor run in Oregon for 2026, joining a crowded Republican field to challenge Gov. Tina Kotek.
• Microsoft's plans for 15 more data centers win approval at former Wisconsin Foxconn site - Microsoft intends to expand in a place where it's been welcomed, months after backing down on a rezoning attempt in an adjacent village when residents objected.
• Melissa Gilbert speaks out amid husband Timothy Busfield's child sex abuse charges - Melissa Gilbert speaks out on husband Timothy Busfield's child sex abuse charges, and thanks fans for their support.
• Winter Storm Debilitates the South, Encasing Cities in Ice and Snow - The forecasts had predicted that the storm could be among the worst in a generation to hit the region. By Monday, it was clear that is exactly what happened.
• No Snow Day? In New York City Parks, It Felt Like One. - Some children skipped remote classes in city schools in favor of activities they felt were more important: sledding and snowball fights.
• Mamdani's early moves as mayor clash with affordability pledge: 'Ripple effects are significant' - Mamdani campaigned on making New York more affordable, but his early delivery-app crackdown has business experts warning new mandates will push costs onto customers.
• Former DHS secretary says Trump's choice to send 'border czar' Tom Homan to Minnesota is 'stroke of genius' - Former DHS Secretary Chad Wolf calls President Donald Trump's decision to send 'border czar' Tom Homan to Minnesota a "stroke of genius" for deportations.
• Apple just announced a new AirTag -- but it's still lacking features found on my favorite Bluetooth tracker - On paper, the AirTag 2 doesn't seem like much of an improvement. Stay tuned for a complete review.
• Google pays $68 million to settle claims its voice assistant spied on users - The tech giant did not admit wrongdoing in the case.
• Charlamagne predicts 'de-MAGA-ification' in future, like how 'Nazi ideology was outlawed' in postwar Germany - Charlamagne compared the Trump regime to Nazi Germany, predicting future prosecution of leaders while defending Second Amendment rights after activist Alex Pretti's shooting death.
• Trump says Iran called 'numerous' times to make deal as carrier enters Middle East waters - President Donald Trump indicated Iran is seeking negotiations as the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier enters the region and protests continue inside Iran.
• Video of Baltimore ICE facility outrages Maryland senators: ‘Utter depravity’ - Both of Maryland’s U.S. senators said they are “demanding answers” as a video spread online showing crowded conditions inside an Immigration and Customs Enforcement “processing facility” in Baltimore. The man recording the video pans the ca
• Tether says it bought 27 tons of gold in fourth quarter - LONDON, Jan 26 () - Tether, issuer of the world's largest stablecoin, added about 27 metric tons of gold to its fund exposure in the fourth quarter of ​2025, it said on Monday, broadly unchanged from its third-quarter purchases estimated by
• Anti-ICE mobs bankrolled by 'shadowy interests' putting law enforcement in danger, CEO warns - Violent ICE protests in Minnesota allegedly driven by outside actors exploiting chaos, warns protest insider as confrontations escalate across the state.
• I'm 61 And Divorced. We Split $1.2 Million Evenly — Then, A Heart Attack Forced Me To Consider Social Security At 62 - I divorced at 60 after decades of marriage. The separation was amicable, and we split our retirement savings evenly, leaving me with about $600,000 from roughly $1.2 million saved. Let's say the numbers appeared workable at the time. Retire
• Local school districts running out of calamity days after historic winter storm - Some students in Miami Valley already know they get to sleep in Tuesday morning.
• Russian attack on Ukraine's Kharkiv causes mass power outages - Jan 26 () - Russian drones and missile strikes on Monday hit Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, knocking out power to ​80% of the city and surrounding region and striking ‌apartment buildings, a school and a kindergarten, local officia
• ICE agents will conduct enforcement operations at Super Bowl LX, official says - ICE agents will conduct enforcement operations at Super Bowl LX as President Donald Trump boycotts the game, criticizing Grammy-winner Bad Bunny's halftime show selection.
• Storm leaves thousands in the South facing freezing temperatures without power. Here are the numbers - About 140,000 remained without power in hard-hit Mississippi, and 115,000 more in icy Louisiana. After a sleepless night in Iuka, Mississippi, Adrian Ronca-Hohn said he awoke Monday to what looked "like a war zone.” As temperatures across
• Chinese hackers reportedly breached phones at 'heart of Downing Street' in global spy campaign - Chinese state-linked hackers reportedly breached phones "at the heart of Downing Street," and allegedly accessed the phone data of millions.
• EU snubs Trump administration and Musk with Grok AI deepfake porn probe - The European Union has ignored the Trump administration yet again by probing Elon Musk's social media company, X, over deepfake porn.
• Police hunt for Mick Jagger's granddaughter's longtime partner after he disappears - Mick Jagger's granddaughter's partner Alexander Key, 37, missing after leaving Devon pub Friday. Police search ongoing for blonde-haired man last seen.
• DHS probes whether agents killed VA nurse following accidental discharge during Minneapolis ICE raid - DHS is investigating whether Border Patrol agents believed they were under fire when accidental gun discharge preceded fatal shooting of Alex Pretti.
• NATO Chief Says Europe Is ‘Dreaming’ if It Thinks It Can Defend Itself Without U.S. - Mark Rutte, the secretary general of the alliance, told members of the European Parliament that President Trump was “doing a lot of good stuff.”
• ‘Blind Side’ star Quinton Aaron on life support after severe blood infection, wife says he's 'a fighter' - Quinton Aaron's wife says "The Blind Side" actor is "making significant progress" daily while also on life support and battling a life-threatening blood infection.
• 57-year-old discount retail chain shutters all stores, no bamkruptcy - Balancing affordable and chic has always been a challenge when it comes to fashion. Target has, at times, offered clothes that delivered both fashion appeal and affordability. Fast fashion chains have done that as well, but have often sacri
• FBI says woman threatened to murder agent and his family after stealing ID from car during Minneapolis riot - Federal authorities arrested a woman accused of making death threats against an FBI agent and his family following a January riot that destroyed FBI equipment in Minneapolis.
• Under Biden Administration, Justice Dept. Began Examining Ilhan Omar’s Finances - The inquiry, initiated by the U.S. attorney’s office in Washington, appears to have stalled for lack of evidence.
• Coca-Cola hints at reinventing soda, starting with your favorite drinks - Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey says his company is exploring ways to add protein and fiber to future soft drinks as part of a broader strategy to expand its beverage portfolio.
• Sharon Stone, Pierce Brosnan cheer on young Midwest woman who’s gone viral for solo row across the Atlantic - Omaha native Taryn Smith gains celebrity support from Sharon Stone and Pierce Brosnan as she rows solo across the Atlantic in World's Toughest Row.
• Chicago teacher placed on leave after Facebook post supporting ICE sparks outrage from activists - Chicago teacher placed on administrative leave after Facebook post supporting ICE sparks outrage and calls for resignation in Hispanic district community.
• Trump's immigration approval drops to record low, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds - By Jason Lange WASHINGTON, Jan 26 (Reuters) - American approval of U.S.
• Matthew Stafford's wife reveals QB putting family first after Rams' devastating season-ending loss to Seahawks - Matthew Stafford, who might be this year's MVP, showed his true priorities after the Rams' playoff loss: tucking in his four daughters at 2:30 a.m. first.
• ‘Landman’ star Ali Larter admits bikini scenes are the ‘hardest’ part of filming hit show - Ali Larter revealed why bikini scenes in "Landman" are her biggest challenge. The actress, who plays Angela Norris in the Paramount+ series, called them "tough" and her "least favorite."
• US believes Hamas disarmament comes along with some sort of amnesty, US official says - WASHINGTON, Jan 26 () - The United States believes disarmament by Hamas militants in Gaza comes along with some sort ​of amnesty for the Palestinian group, a U. The official, speaking to reporters on condition of anonymity, spoke to mark th
• Health insurers tumble after Trump administration proposes keeping Medicare Advantage rates flat next year - Shares of large Medicare plan providers Humana, CVS Health and UnitedHealth Group plunged in extended trading.
• Nike slashes 775 jobs in US to speed up automation, boost profit - By Neil J Kanatt and Nicholas P.
• Former NRA spokesperson questions if lethal force was warranted in deadly Minneapolis shooting - Dana Loesch questioned the Minneapolis shooting of an armed man by Border Patrol agents on Monday and urged the Trump administration to be careful with language.
• Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino to leave Minnesota, as Tom Homan takes over - Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino will leave Minnesota operations as Trump deploys border czar Tom Homan following violent clashes during ICE operations.
• Trump says tariffs on South Korean autos, pharma, lumber to rise to 25% over trade deal enaction delay - South Korean-based automaker Hyundai Motor is the largest importer of new vehicles from that country into the United States.
• TikTok uninstalls are up 150% following U.S. joint venture - TikTok's daily average U.S. app uninstalls have increased nearly 150% over the past five days compared to the previous three months, Sensor Tower told CNBC.
• N.J. man, 67, dies shoveling snow during storm - The man was found lying on his back with a snow shovel in his hand.
• Nike to cut 775 employees as it accelerates 'automation' at U.S. distribution centers - Nike is cutting 775 employees, primarily from jobs at distribution centers in Tennessee and Mississippi.
• Norwood woman struck and killed by snowplow at MBTA commuter rail lot - On Monday, MBTA Transit police were still in the Norwood Central Commuter rail lot, one day after a horrific snowplow accident killed a 51-year-old Norwood woman, just as a powerful weekend snowstorm struck Massachusetts.
• Kathy Hochul blasted for knocking ICE as DHS offered federal help during NY blizzard - New York Governor Kathy Hochul faces criticism after rejecting federal blizzard assistance, instead demanding ICE back off from immigration enforcement.
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• Browns' Shedeur Sanders named to Pro Bowl as replacement quarterback, joins rare NFL company: reports - Shedeur Sanders is set to make history as the Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback earned a Pro Bowl selection as a replacement for Drake Maye, who is going to the Super Bowl.
• India to slash tariffs on cars to 40% in trade deal with EU, sources say - By Aditi Shah and Philip Blenkinsop NEW DELHI/BRUSSELS, Jan 25 (Reuters) - India plans to slash tariffs on cars imported from the European Union to 40% from as high as 110%, sources said, in the