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Trump Cancels Nearly $1 Billion
President Trump is canceling nearly $1 billion in funding Congress already approved, invoking a rare pocket rescission aimed at immigrant services and DEI.
Austin ICE Shooting Sparks Calls
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shot and wounded a Venezuelan man during a vehicle pursuit in Austin, Texas, prompting local officials to call for an independent investigation and the release of available footage.
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Second Fatal ICE Shooting in
Federal agents fatally shoot a U.S. citizen in Minneapolis, triggering protests, political backlash, and renewed scrutiny of immigration enforcement tactics.
Trump Says Iran Has Halted
Trump says Iran has halted the killing of protesters and paused executions, easing fears of U.S. military action as markets and allies react.
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Nevada Primaries Set Key Governor
Nevada voters headed to the polls to determine nominees for several high-profile races, including governor and congressional seats that are expected to attract national attention in November.
Judge Blocks Pentagon Press Restrictions,
A federal magistrate rejected Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's latest attempt to limit press access to the Pentagon, calling it a move more fitting of an autocracy than a democracy.
Business
Snowflake Surges as AI Products
Snowflake shares jumped after the company reported quarterly results that exceeded expectations, as investors celebrated robust demand for its cloud data platform and artificial intelligence products, prompting the company to raise its full-year revenue guidance.
Meta Announces $13 Billion Alberta
Meta is building a C$13 billion ($9.17 billion) data center in Alberta, part of a global expansion of its artificial intelligence infrastructure network. It will be the company's first major data center project in Canada and one of its largest investments outside the United States.
OpenAI Files Confidential IPO in
OpenAI has quietly submitted confidential IPO paperwork to the SEC, just days after rival Anthropic did the same — marking a major turning point in the commercialization of artificial intelligence.
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Local News
Amazon Cargo Plane Overruns Runway
A Boeing 767 cargo jet flying for Amazon's delivery network overshot a runway at Miami International Airport on Labor Day weekend, killing five people and injuring five more as federal investigators now comb through the wreckage.
Federal Judge Blocks U.S. Immigration
A federal judge blocked ICE from routinely arresting immigrants near Manhattan immigration courthouses, intensifying the national debate over immigration enforcement and due process.
Maya Hawke Weds Musician Christian
Stranger Things actress Maya Hawke has married musician Christian Lee Hutson during a private ceremony held in New York City over Valentine’s Day weekend.
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Authorities Investigate Massive '8647' Marking
Federal authorities are investigating a large "8647" marking discovered on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., with officials describing the incident as vandalism and examining whether it carries political significance.
JUNE 12, 2026
Jimmy Gomez Faces House Ethics
JUNE 3, 2026
Felon Walks Free as Minnesota
FEBRUARY 20, 2026
New York City Officials Call
FEBRUARY 6, 2026
Sports
Zverev Ends US Open Wait
Alexander Zverev defeated American Ben Shelton in four sets to claim his first US Open men's singles title, capping a breakout 2026 season with his second Grand Slam crown.
SPORTS BY SEPTEMBER 13, 2026
Angel Reese Rewrites the WNBA
Angel Reese pulled down 26 rebounds in a single game, breaking two WNBA records at once, as the Atlanta Dream closed out a perfect road trip with a win over the Los Angeles Sparks.
SPORTS BY AUGUST 25, 2026
Koepka’s Leap of Faith: What
Five-time major champion Brooks Koepka has become the first star to leave LIV Golf, reigniting debate over legacy, redemption, and whether the PGA Tour will welcome him back. His decision could signal a turning point in golf’s long-running divide.
SPORTS BY DECEMBER 24, 2025