Column | Asking Eric: ‘Helicopter’ mom keeps grandkids from grandparents  The Washington Post

In a last rebuke to the former president he investigated for two years, special counsel Jack Smith denounced Donald Trump for levying "laughable" attacks on the DOJ.

“But for Mr. Trump’s election and imminent return to the presidency, the office assessed that the admissible evidence was sufficient to obtain and sustain a conviction at trial,” the report said.

United States Forest Service announces 2025 'fee free' days for Daniel Boone National Forest  User-generated content

The bureau did not interview an ex-wife of President-elect Donald J. Trump’s pick for defense secretary before the findings on his background check were presented to senators.

A federal judge has ruled that the DOJ can release Volume One of special counsel report Jack Smith's report covering his election interference case against Donald Trump.

Seattle Police Department sees major hiring boost in 2024 with 84 new recruits  FOX 13 Seattle

Seattle Police Department sees hiring boost in 2024 with 84 new recruits  FOX 13 Seattle

Rams vs. Vikings score, takeaways: Los Angeles steamrolls Sam Darnold and Minnesota to cap wild-card round  CBS Sports

'Gutfeld!' panelists discuss the 'Trump effect.'

Given the golden age of American innovation that President Trump intends to build, NASA needs a leader with the vision and experience necessary to think beyond old models and drive the agency to new heights. That leader is Jared Isaacman. The post Exclusive—Newt Gingrich & Bob Walker: The Right Stuff: In Support of Jared Isaacman’s Nomination to Lead NASA appeared first on Breitbart.

D.C. prepares for more than 200,000 inauguration visitors — and protesters  The Washington Post

20 hopefuls for Seattle City Council apply for seat vacated by Morales  The Seattle Times

US judge allows DOJ to release report on Trump's election subversion case  Reuters

"We would have lost our homes" if it were not for Breitbart News' Jon Kahn, Breitbart News Sunday host Joel Pollak said, describing the power of longtime friendship in the midst of tragedy. The post Breitbart News’s Joel Pollak: How Colleague Jon Kahn Helped Save My House appeared first on Breitbart.

State says partly collapsed South Anchorage pedestrian bridge will be rebuilt  Anchorage Daily News

San Francisco Giants Predicted To Sign Los Angeles Dodgers World Series Champion  Sports Illustrated

Fox News host Sean Hannity shreds the Biden administration's response to the California wildfires on "Hannity."

Final honors: Air Force Band supports President Carter state funeral events  Joint Base Andrews

A new rival bid for US Steel is emerging as the US extends deadline on Nippon's bid blocked by Biden  The Associated Press

The road to 100: Photographing the bird species of southwest Washington  The Reflector

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s new city guidance on dealing with Immigrations and Customs Enforcement is blasted by a Chicago alderman trying to remove dangerous criminals.

Washington CH Organizational School Board Meeting | WSRW 101.5 | Jan 13th, 2025 | Board Office  wsrw.iheart.com

‘The greatest window seat’: Blue Angels prep for Seafair with early landing in Seattle  MyNorthwest

Don Lemon blasted married MSNBC co-hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski for treating incoming President Donald Trump with "civility," going on a profanity-ridden rant on his podcast. The post Don Lemon Blasts MSNBC’s Scarborough and Brzezinski for Preaching ‘Civility’ Towards Trump appeared first on Breitbart.

49ers interview Broncos’ assistant for special teams coordinator opening  The Mercury News

Jill Biden Arriving In San Francisco, Speaking Tuesday at JP Morgan Conference  SFist

Video: Grading Byron Murphy II’s Rookie Season With the #Seahawks | Seattle Sports  Seattle Sports

The Laken Riley Act took another step to becoming law Monday evening after clearing another hurdle in the Senate. Senators voted 82-10 on a motion to proceed to consideration of the bill, allowing the chamber to begin debating the bill The post Laken Riley Act Momentum Grows as Senate Democrats Vote to Begin Debate appeared first on Breitbart.

AROUND ALASKA: Music Festival Canceled, Project Search, and Echo the Owl!  youralaskalink

James Kennedy and Ally Lewber seem to be taking two very different approaches as they head into this new year… 2024 ended on a rough note for the couple after the DJ was arrested for domestic violence. They’ve since taken some time apart as James works on himself and his sobriety, something he hinted at [...] Read More... The post Where James Kennedy & Ally Lewber Stand After She Predicts Year Of 'New Beginnings' & 'Change' appeared first on Perez Hilton.

"He doesn't care about your feelings. He's going to get it right." The post Former Patriots QB: Mike Vrabel will not ‘hold any punches’ dealing with front office appeared first on Boston.com.

Residents raise concerns about lack of school zone signs at new Washington County school facility  WITN

In a final report on his investigation, special counsel David Weiss said President Biden's criticism "undermines the very foundation of what makes America's justice system fair and equitable."

San Francisco Restaurant Delarosa Sets Its Sights on Palo Alto Expansion  Eater SF

Brazilian lawmaker Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of conservative former President Jair Bolsonaro, accused Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes over the weekend of obstructing his father's request to attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration with a "very bureaucratic process." The post Jair Bolsonaro’s Son Says Brazil Is Trying to Stop Former President from Going to Trump Inauguration appeared first on Breitbart.

United States | Visa Waiver Program adds Romania as participating country  BAL Immigration Law

Road conditions close Washington, Missouri, schools for 6th consecutive day  KSDK.com

Drew Barrymore took getting back at a cheating boyfriend to a whole new level! On Monday’s new episode of The Drew Barrymore Show, the movie star-turned-daytime diva sat down with SZA to have a discussion about relationships and exes. And it got REAL for afternoon entertainment! Related: Ariana Grande Fights Tears As Drew Surprises Her [...] Read More... The post Drew Barrymore Reveals She Made An Ex Watch Her Hang Out With The Woman He Cheated On Her With! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Insider Says New Washington Nationals Signing Could Become Team's Closer  Sports Illustrated

After Week 1 clash, Commanders prepare to face Buccaneers as 'completely different team'  USA TODAY

Washington’s legislative session begins, new bills and biennium budget in discussion  My Bellingham Now

Opinion: Trump’s push to control Greenland echoes US purchase of Alaska from Russia in 1867  Anchorage Daily News

Hunter Biden special counsel defends probe, denounces Biden’s DOJ criticism  The Washington Post

Sounders preseason camp arrives in hurry before busy spring | Notebook  The Seattle Times

Canada ready to buy more American products to appease Trump’s tariff threat, ambassador says  KRON4

Breakups tend to lead to dramatic hair transformations — and that’s no different for Dakota Mortensen! The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star, who has had an on-again, off-again relationship with his baby momma and current ex Taylor Frankie Paul, took to his TikTok on Saturday to document him undergoing a hair transplant procedure. Wow! [...] Read More... The post <i>Mormon Wives</i> Star Dakota Mortensen Undergoes 'Crazy' Hair Transplant Procedure -- And Documents It All! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Canada Ready to Buy More American Products to Appease Trump's Tariff Threat, Ambassador Says  U.S. News & World Report

LA Times Owner Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong has expressed regret over his paper's past endorsement of Mayor Karen Bass, doubling down on his prior comments on how "competence matters."

The West Seattle Bridge was named in councilmember Jeanette Williams’ honor—and what a legacy she has  University of Washington Magazine

What is National Ratification Day? Here's what the historic move meant for the US  USA TODAY

Dominick Cruz confirms UFC Seattle will be his retirement fight: 'The body just isn't the same anymore'  Yahoo Sports

Wild Card Weekend Monday inactives: Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Rams  NFL.com

Suquamish Tribe, Port of Seattle Sign Agreement to Partner on Environmental and Economic Issues  South Seattle Emerald

Canadian ambassador to U.S. on tensions with Trump: 'We are prepared for any scenario'  PBS NewsHour

Mike McCarthy entered the 2024 season as a lame duck coach. This week, the Cowboys and the coach failed to reach an agreement on the terms of a potential new contract.

"It was clear to me and to my family and my soul that this was the place that I wanted to be." The post Eliot Wolf’s future & 5 other takeaways from Mike Vrabel’s Patriots introduction appeared first on Boston.com.

S.F.’s first major conference of the year brings crowds, optimism to downtown bars and restaurants  San Francisco Chronicle

Special counsel David Weiss slammed President Biden's characterization of his probe as infected with "raw politics" in his final report on his probes into Hunter Biden.

It's mid-January, which means some of those New Years resolutions might have fall off, already. NPR's Life Kit host Marielle Segarra gives tips for giving your goals a reset.

Democrats on the Armed Services committee will meet with Chuck Schumer ahead of controversial Trump pick Pete Hegseth's confirmation meeting.

Exclusive: Trump eyes Washington trade lawyer for key China post at Commerce Dept  Reuters

The report by the special counsel, David C. Weiss, criticized President Biden for making “baseless accusations” that threatened “the integrity of the justice system as a whole.”

Donald Trump's presidential inauguration events will feature performances from Carrie Underwood, Village People and Lee Greenwood. Underwood said she's "honored" to perform on Jan. 20.

One of Seattle’s Most Famous Vegan Restaurants Just Closed Permanently  Eater Seattle

NPR recently changed how reporters talk about immigration on air and in pieces for the website. Tony Cavin, NPR's Managing Editor of Standards and Practices, talks us through some of this guidance.

NPR recently changed how reporters talk about immigration on air and in pieces for the website. Tony Cavin, NPR's Managing Editor of Standards and Practices, talks us through some of this guidance.

The book, to be published on Tuesday, adds details to what is known about the pope’s childhood but falls short when it comes to his later years.

Column | Republicans want concessions before California gets its tax dollars back  The Washington Post

Global law firm Goodwin downsizes downtown San Francisco office footprint  The Business Journals

Washington State Cougars add transfer LB Gavin Barthiel, who started his career in Pullman  Walla Walla Union-Bulletin

Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions: Date, kickoff time, where to watch and prediction for the Divisional Round game  Marca.com

Video: What Can The #Seahawks Learn From Playoff Teams? | Seattle Sports  Seattle Sports

JPM25, Day 1: Intermountain touts growth in Las Vegas with future children's hospital  Fierce healthcare

Suspects in stolen car lead Washington Co. deputies on neighborhood chase  Fox 12 Oregon

Lashing out at critics, McKee declares eastbound Washington Bridge safe during rebuild  Rhode Island Current

JPM25, Day 1: Intermountain touts growth in Las Vegas with future children's hospital; Waystar rolls out GenAI tool for claim denials  Fierce healthcare

Gov. McKee defends condition of eastbound side of the Washington Bridge  WLNE-TV (ABC6)

"The Breakfast Club" radio show co-host Charlamagne tha God has dismissed the legal prosecution against President-elect Donald Trump as "pure political theater," saying the left's glee over the "convicted felon" label is meaningless because "you still got to call him President for the next four years. The post Charlamagne tha God Calls Prosecution of Trump ‘Pure Political Theater’: ‘Ridiculous Watching Liberals Celebrate This’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Democratic lawmakers are claiming the LA wildfires were caused by "climate change," while celebrities point fingers to city leadership for the severity of the damage after fire department funding was slashed.

‘Six’ musical returns to the Bay Area for San Jose, San Francisco stands  The Mercury News

Researchers at the College of Engineering at Seoul National University have developed an innovative technology for rapid durability assessment and identification of degradation mechanisms of hydrogen fuel cell catalysts.

San Francisco Giants Have Shed Major Payroll With More Moves Potentially Coming  Sports Illustrated

Outgoing FBI Director Christopher Wray revealed during an interview on Sunday, a week before he steps down, that China has penetrated America's water treatment plants, electric grid, and other critical civilian infrastructure, and is lying "in wait" for an opportunity to cyberattack at a time and place of its choosing. The post FBI’s Chris Wray Reveals Right Before Resigning That China Has Penetrated U.S.’s Critical Infrastructure appeared first on Breitbart.

Kendra Wilkinson has slammed haters who have commented on her recent weight gain and alcohol intake. Hugh Hefner's former girlfriend turns 40 this year.

Vote now: Who should be the Washington High School Athlete of the Week (1/13/25)?  Sports Illustrated

Former Democrat fundraiser Lindy Li, named to President-elect Trump’s inaugural fundraising committee, says many of her longtime donors have given enthusiastically.

Saber teeth — the large fangs of saber-tooth cat fame — are fearsome. They evolved at least five times in predators that are now extinct, but there's been something of a mystery as to why.

In Italy, questions swirl around a possible deal between Elon Musk's Space X company and the far-right government.

US Labor Department enters deal with JBS to assist those affected by child labor  Reuters

Carrie Underwood, Village People to perform at Trump's inauguration events  NBC Washington

Ballard Library accepting used tech devices and small appliances for redistribution in Seattle  My Ballard

A former White House aide lamented that President Biden was like a "different person" when he heard the president speak compared to the earlier days of his presidency.

Another relic of the woke, ESG, DEI craze crumbles. The post Wall Street Climate Group Net Zero Suspends Activities Following BlackRock’s Exit appeared first on Breitbart.

Washington Times Opinion Editor Charles Hurt departing to become Fox News host  Washington Times

Trump Gets Insane Show of Support From Washington Post Editorial Board  The New Republic

Washington lawmakers take aim at fashion industry polluters on first day of session  MyNorthwest

Leaders at the southern border tell Fox News Digital that illegal immigrant numbers are down, and their communities are regaining a sense of “normalcy" ahead of President-elect Trump’s inauguration.

Virginia GOP Gov. Youngkin needs Democratic help to bolster his policy resume  NBC Washington

Doink! The WILD Wild Card Victory | The Booth Review Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL  Washington Commanders

Ohio University, Washington State College of Ohio expand partnership to prepare students for engineering workforce  Marietta Times

Parking woes persist for West Seattle neighbors near high school amid campus changes  KOMO News

Thousands of workers in the U.S. illegally have gotten deportation protections from the government in exchange for participation in labor investigations. The future of the program is uncertain.

The woman was 14 years old when she was sexually harassed and assaulted by Gilbert Hernandez, her Sunday school teacher and a substitute at her middle school. The post Mass. school district, diocese failed to stop teacher from abusing student, lawsuits allege appeared first on http://localhost:10004/.

Washington state lawmakers to consider rent hike caps, housing density  Centralia Chronicle

BAC limit, property taxes and school panic buttons among issues lawmakers will weigh this year  KREM.com

BAC limit, property taxes and school panic buttons among issues lawmakers will weigh this session  KING5.com

Minnesota Republicans are in a showdown with Democrats as the GOP attempts to capitalize on a slim and likely temporary House majority.

Rural Alaska schools face funding shortfall after U.S. House fails to pass bipartisan bill  Fairbanks Daily News-Miner

WA lawmakers to consider rent hike caps, housing density in new session  The Seattle Times

Sometimes, weather is just weather. And other times human-caused climate change had an obvious impact.

Monday at 5:30: Western Washington teachers ask lawmakers for changes to improve classroom safety  KIRO Seattle

JPMorgan conference expected to generate $92 million for San Francisco economy  KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco

Special Counsel David Weiss' final report into Hunter Biden found that his drug use could not explain why he did not pay taxes across a four-year period.

Los Angeles teams, Fanatics donate $11 million in money, merchandise to wildfire victims  The Athletic

Washington Post lost $100 million last year amid staff shakeups, WSJ reports  13WHAM-TV

On Monday Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO) doubled down on his push to abolish the ATF, claiming the agency uses tax money to violate Americans' rights.  The post Rep. Eric Burlison: The ATF Uses Tax Money to Violate Americans’ Rights appeared first on Breitbart.

Beyoncé donates $2.5 million to fire relief and Meghan delays show launch due to the disaster  The Associated Press

Flynn Properties emerges as buyer in mammoth deal for former Chevron HQ  The Business Journals

Tesla founder Elon Musk made his stance on environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings unmistakably clear in June 2023 when he posted "ESG is the devil" on his social media platform, X. Musk, a well-known critic of ESG, made the comment in response to a report that cited poor ESG scores for his electric vehicle company, Tesla—ironic, considering the environmental benefits of Tesla's products.

Jason Oppenheim is calling out scummy LA landlords. On Sunday, the Selling Sunset star appeared on BBC One’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg and had a LOT to say about the current California housing crisis. As we’ve been following, the devastating LA fires have destroyed 12,000+ homes leaving more than 150,000 residents displaced. And according to [...] Read More... The post <i>Selling Sunset</i>’s Jason Oppenheim Accuses LA Landlords Of Illegally ‘Gouging’ Rent Prices To Profit Off Fires -- And Makes THIS Big Move appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Clearwater Analytics, a company developing accounting, compliance, and risk reporting tools for asset managers, said on Monday it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire investment management platform Enfusion for $1.5 billion. Clearwater, which says it has obtained an $800 million loan to fund the transaction, along with a $200 million revolving line of […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

$47 Million in Grant Funding Awarded for Alaska Transportation Projects  Alaska Native News

FC Dallas Trades Midfielder Paul Arriola to Seattle Sounders FC for up to $300k in Conditional General Allocation Money and 2026 First Round MLS SuperDraft Pick  FC Dallas

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Allstate insurance company for allegedly illegally collecting, using and selling the driving behavior data of over 45 million Americans.

Billionaires And Celebrities Pledge Aid To Los Angeles Fire Victims—As Beyoncé’s Foundation Gives $2.5 Million  Forbes

Float Financial, an expense management and corporate card startup focused on the Canadian market, has raised $48.5 million in a Series B funding round. The Toronto-based fintech likens itself to U.S.-based fintech giants Brex and Ramp but says it is different in that its sole focus is on Canadian SMBs, which CEO and co-founder Rob […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Healthcare is proving to be one of the more lucrative industries for building AI solutions to speed up clinical, research and administrative operations. Now, we have one of the latest examples of how that is playing out in terms of venture funding. Qventus, a startup that builds AI-based tools to automate work across a range […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Los Angeles Rams players and coaches showed support for the Los Angeles Fire Department on Monday night during their playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings.

How to watch Washington Wizards vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: Live stream, TV channel, start time for Monday's NBA game  CBS Sports

Former Toronto Raptors star Jontay Porter texted bettors during games, informing them that he was going to fake an injury to help them win their wagers. The post REPORT: Banned NBA Player Text Bettors During Game Saying He Was Going to Fake an Injury appeared first on Breitbart.

A book has raced to the top of Amazon's list after Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown was seen reading it during Sunday's game. The post ‘Inner Excellence’ Tops Amazon List After Eagles Star Seen Reading it During Game appeared first on Breitbart.

The book Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver A.J. Brown was seen reading rocketed to the top of Amazon's bestsellers list on Monday morning.

Annie Wright basketball player Jeremiah Harshman voted Washington High School Athlete of Week  Sports Illustrated

Does Girls High School Basketball In Seattle Need Enforcers? Maybe So After This Brawl Broke Out At The End Of A Game  Barstool Sports

San Francisco Giants Release Group of Minor League Players Over Weekend  Sports Illustrated

Viral ring girl Sydney Thomas revealed the "craziest" direct message she received in a recent podcast interview. Her popularity has skyrocketed since November.

Waymo is offering blind and visually impaired more options for transportation around Bay Area  CBS News

UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov escorted from Frontier Airlines flight  Al Jazeera English

Commanders vs. Buccaneers score and live updates: Tampa Bay FG opens scoring in NFL wild-card game  The New York Times

Seattle Mariners Fans And Media React to Former Manager Getting New Role  Sports Illustrated

Investigators have not determined causes of any of the Los Angeles County fires yet.

Judge questions Justice Dept. over Louisville police accountability plan  The Washington Post

Many of California’s Most Destructive Fires Were Caused by Power Lines  The New York Times

‘We apologize:’ After unexpected Mt. Edgecumbe student’s death, some belongings not returned, superintendent says  Alaska's News Source

Monday on MSNBC's "The ReidOut," host Joy Reid said the "billionaire right" is trying to take California "with lies and deceit and by fire." The post MSNBC’s Reid: ‘Billionaire Right’ Is Trying to Take California with Lies, and Deceit and by Fire appeared first on Breitbart.

Patriot Front and its leader Thomas Rousseau were named in a federal suit after Charles Murrell was pushed during the march. The group also posted videos of the attack. The post Judge orders white supremacist group to pay $2.7 million to Black man attacked during 2022 ‘flash march’ appeared first on Boston.com.

New recruits bring hope and change to Seattle police force amid staffing improvements  KOMO News

‘Like our house blew up’: Windstorm tears through Bear Valley couple’s home  Alaska's News Source

Federal major disaster declaration approved for August Kwigillingok flooding  Alaska's News Source

L.A. fires live updates: Death toll rises to 24 as region braces for dangerous winds  The Washington Post

Authorities in Ohio have released new bodycam footage showing the bizarre behavior during the arrest of a teenage girl who intentionally killed her boyfriend and his friend in 2023.

WWE star CM Punk started "Monday Night Raw" with a shoutout for firefighters and first responders battling the wildfires in Los Angeles.

Altadena, California, resident Victoria DeSantis’ home of 20 years was destroyed by the Eaton Fire, but firefighters discovered her wedding ring in the rubble.

The former first lady of California shredded local leaders, arguing that Los Angeles needs to sort out "what’s important and what’s not" as it recovers from disastrous fires.

Red Cross of Alaska sends volunteers to California to aid those affected by the wildfires  Alaska's News Source

Some intelligence agencies are now suggesting a foreign adversary may be behind the mysterious "Havana Syndrome" injuries reportedly sustained by U.S. officials overseas.

Some intelligence agencies are now suggesting a foreign adversary may be behind the mysterious "Havana Syndrome" injuries reportedly sustained by U.S. officials overseas.

Fox News host Jesse Watters discusses the questions surrounding the initial cause of wildfires in Los Angeles County on "Jesse Watters Primetime."

Police confirmed that a suspect is in custody after taking the life of an American Airlines flight attendant who was on a layover in Denver; the incident was one in a series of attacks over the weekend.

Feds Award $9.6M in Transit Grants to 26 Tribes, Alaska Native Villages  Native News Online

Former shelter dogs on the front lines of Los Angeles wildfire search efforts  KTLA Los Angeles

God, we knew Lily Allen wasn’t “in a good place” after the David Harbour stuff. She said in her last Miss Me? episode for a while that she was “spiraling and spiraling” — and was even choosing to step away from the podcast for a bit. But according to a new source, it’s worse than even [...] Read More... The post Lily Allen In Trauma Clinic After Being 'Triggered' By David Harbour Betraying Her With Another Woman appeared first on Perez Hilton.

As California fires persist, L.A. area threatened by expected dangerous winds: Live Updates  CBS News

Fox News host Laura Ingraham calls out California leadership as residents attempt to evacuate from the wildfires on "The Ingraham Angle."

Texas border patrol agents arrested a Russian mercenary from Kazakhstan earlier this month, who admitted under questioning to being a member of the Wagner Group.

What is the pink fire retardant being dropped on L.A. wildfires? Here's what to know.  CBS News

San Francisco Giants 'Shouldn't Forget About' Power Hitting Corner Outfielder  Sports Illustrated

Elon Musk made another wild claim about an S.F. crime. Police don’t know what he’s talking about  San Francisco Chronicle

Local volunteers, restaurants and organizations like World Central Kitchen worked all weekend to support LA firefighters and evacuees.

Palmer, Alaska hit by flooding, mudslides as storm brings unexpected chaos  youralaskalink

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced charges against 10 people for looting or arson amid the wildfires raging in the area.

Nine suspected members of the violent Venezuelan prison gang Tren de Aragua accused of an armed home invasion and kidnapping have been formally charged.

Fox News Digital got a first hand look at the destruction from the Eaton Fire during a trip to an evacuation zone in Altadena, Calif.

Alex Marquardt was pressed on Monday about his efforts to dig up dirt on the Navy veteran suing CNN for defamation, undercutting CNN’s defense that the plaintiff was not a central focus of the report.

‘Be vigilant’: Security is tight at healthcare conference in wake of insurance CEO killing  The San Francisco Standard

Strong winds forecast to return and threaten Los Angeles area’s fight against fires  The Associated Press

More than 90,000 people under evacuation orders are making do however they can.

Anthony Mitchell Sr. and his son Justin were waiting for help to evacuate on the day they died in the Eaton fire, family members said. Anthony Sr. was remembered for his devotion to his children.

Wildfires latest: Los Angeles area remains in extreme fire danger as crews battle enduring blazes  Yahoo! Voices

Inslee requests federal aid for public infrastructure damaged by bomb cyclone  Washington State Standard

TikTok has warned of a looming shutdown in just six days, as the Supreme Court is currently weighing the law that would ban the app. So we thought it’s time to take a look at other platforms that may be able to fill the TikTok-shaped hole in our lives.  The law gives TikTok parent company […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

‘Perception’ and ‘bias’ can be factors in proposed state hate crime bill  MyNorthwest

LA fires: What's happening in Los Angeles, and what caused the wildfires?  BBC.com

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, the top Democrat on the Senate Armed Services subcommittee on personnel, presented more than 70 questions in a 33-page letter to Trump's nominee for Defense Secretary ahead of his confirmation hearing this week.

An estimated 250,000 ticketed guests will attend the inauguration on Jan. 20, plus another 25,000 people who will be demonstrating in other places around the Capitol.

LA fires live updates: 9 people charged with looting in Palisades, Eaton fires, DA says  ABC News

Who do U believe???? [...] Read More... The post Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss Was NOT Who Allison Holker Is Painting Him Out To Be - Says His Former Boss! The Ellen Show EP: appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Thousands in Southcentral Alaska remain without power after Sunday's wind and rain storm  Yahoo! Voices

Rates of suicide attempts have increased significantly for certain groups. Researchers found that some of the most effective strategies to combat the issue are not intended to help with suicide risk.

Governor Newsom proposes billions in new funding for L.A. firestorm response and recovery  Office of Governor Gavin Newsom

34 arrests made in Eaton, Palisades fire zones as Los Angeles leaders crack down on crimes against disaster victims  CBS News

Whoa! This is the harshest insult lobbed at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle since Bill Simmons called them “f**king grifters” for their failure to produce podcast content after that big Spotify payday. The savagery is once again coming from someone who knows what they’re talking about. Justine Bateman, the iconic ’80s star who played Michael J. Fox‘s sister in Family [...] Read More... The post Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Called Out As 'Disaster Tourists' Exploiting LA Fires By '80s Star appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Youth incarceration poses major challenge to DCYF's new boss | Editorial  The Seattle Times

One was convicted in 1970 and was initially sentenced to die in prison. Because he was a "youthful offender," he's now eligible for parole. The post 8 convicted of murder while young adults become first to be paroled under new SJC decision appeared first on Boston.com.

Officer on Carter's Casket Detail Follows Unconventional Path to International Spotlight  Department of Defense

California's insurance industry was already in crisis. Now the wildfires in the Los Angeles region may upend efforts to stabilize the market.

CBP agents have reportedly detained 78 migrants in California's Central Valley, alleging that every suspect is an illegal alien with drug and gang offenses on their records. The post CBP Detains 78 Illegal Immigrants with Criminal Records in California’s Central Valley appeared first on Breitbart.

Colleagues are remembering the soap opera star for her "quick wit" and presence on set. She died after a long illness.

Victims killed in the L.A. wildfires include father and son, world traveler, former child actor  CBS News

Live Briefing: Biden says ceasefire and hostage release deal ‘on the brink’ of completion  The Washington Post

Stronger winds threaten to spread wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area  The Associated Press

Boston ICE agents had to arrest a Brazilian illegal immigrant charged with rape and extortion twice because of sanctuary policies in the state of Massachusetts.

IOC to replace 10 Olympic medals that U.S. swimmer Gary Hall Jr. lost in the Los Angeles Palisades fire  Yahoo Sports

Arrested by AI: Police ignore standards after facial recognition matches  The Washington Post

Fires in Los Angeles Continue to Destroy Artists’ Homes and Shutter Galleries  ARTnews

A former Disney World employee changed menus to falsely indicate that food items didn't contain deadly allergens like peanuts, authorities said.

A lull in winds over the weekend allowed firefighters to make some progress, but they're expected to pick up again. Fire danger remains extreme until at least Wednesday.

2 San Francisco police officers injured when pursuit ends in Portola District crash  CBS News

Planes are dumping ocean water to fight the Los Angeles fires. Here’s why using saltwater is typically a last resort  PBS NewsHour

Family members said Victor Shaw, 66, was shy and reserved in nature, but had a deep love for sports and a tight-knit bond with his younger sister.

Biggest US banks ready mortgage relief for victims of Los Angeles wildfires  Reuters

Digitalization is ushering in far-reaching change in all areas of our lives, not least in the agricultural sector. Researchers from the University of Bonn have now published a study in Big Data & Society on how international agricultural corporations and Big Tech firms are using digital platforms to transform the agriculture industry. They make it clear that, although the technologies harbor significant potential, they also risk amplifying existing power structures and creating new dependencies.

Los Angeles police arrested three people following drone incidents in wildfire areas as first responders battle infernos raging in Southern California.

Washington Commanders at Detroit Lions Prediction: Odds, Best Bets, Player News, Injuries, and Stats  NBC Sports

Twelve teams in the Los Angeles and Anaheim areas announced a combined donation of $8 million to help those affected by the wildfires in the city.

Los Angeles Wildfire Live Updates: Wind Forecast 'About As Bad As It Gets'—As Palisades, Eaton Fires Still Rage  Forbes

SoCal Edison blamed in a lawsuit for starting one of the Los Angeles fires  CNN

Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David Allvin policy and standards update (VIDEO)  acc.af.mil

A Florida man has been arrested for allegedly trying to do make sexual contact with a horse… but… it gets weirder and worse, believe it or not. 53-year-old Donald Calloway was arrested on December 26 in Lake Wales, Florida after an unidentified woman reported spotting him attempting to… insert his penis into a horse’s NOSE. [...] Read More... The post WTF! Florida Man Arrested For Allegedly Trying To Do WHAT To A Horse?! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

While she said Dr. Marie Russell's eligibility as an expert witness was a “close question,” Judge Beverly Cannone will allow the retired physician to take the stand. The post Karen Read’s dog bite expert will be allowed to testify at retrial, judge rules appeared first on Boston.com.

California Wildfires Live Updates: 24 Dead in L.A. as 'Red Flag' Wind Warnings Are Issued  The New York Times

Thousands in Southcentral Alaska remain without power after Sunday’s wind and rain storm  Anchorage Daily News

The U.S. Department of Energy was created in 1977 by merging two agencies with different missions: the Atomic Energy Commission, which developed, tested and maintained the nation's nuclear weapons, and the Energy Research and Development Administration, a collection of domestic energy research programs.

Twelve Los Angeles Sports Teams Unite to Donate in Support of Those Impacted by LA Fires  NHL.com

For Los Angeles, Fires Ramp Up Difficulty of Hosting 2028 Summer Games  The New York Times

Some survivors who lost everything in the Los Angeles fires say they plan to rebuild while other remain uncertain.

Even if the controversial U.S. ban on TikTok does take effect on Jan. 19, the app won't automatically vanish from phones. Here's what would change, plus preparations and potential workarounds.

The Latest: Threat remains critical amid the battle against Los Angeles area wildfires  Yahoo! Voices

Washington Policy Weekly: United States Sanctions Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces  Arab Center Washington DC

A Texas man is under arrest for allegedly sending WNBA star Caitlin Clark threatening and sexually explicit messages before eventually driving to Indianapolis. The post Caitlin Clark’s Alleged Stalker Arrested over Threatening, Sexual Messages appeared first on Breitbart.

In the hills above Pacific Palisades, there is crime scene tape and scattered debris, clues to what may have caused the initial fire that eventually raged through thousands of structures.

The White House scrambled to get a message to President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia last year after U.S. intelligence agencies said a Russian military unit was preparing to send explosive packages on cargo planes.

New lawsuit alleges Edison equipment sparked one of the deadly Los Angeles wildfires that destroyed over 7,000 homes  Fortune

California’s leaders are “charlatans and empty suits” for neglecting infrastructure and embracing performative politics, according to world-renowned historian and political commentator Dr. Victor Davis Hanson, who exposed policy failures he says have turned Los Angeles into a burning wasteland, comparing the city’s devastation to the World War II firebombing of Dresden.  The post ‘Dresden in L.A.’: Victor Davis Hanson Slams California Leadership for Failures as Wildfires Rage appeared first on Breitbart.

Los Angeles wildfires live updates: Authorities investigate cause of deadly wildfires  The Associated Press

A man seen wielding an alleged blowtorch near the Los Angeles fires, and who was eventually arrested by police, is an illegal immigrant from Mexico, ICE sources say.

Photos: Rescue Flight to Seattle Saves Dozens of LA Pets from Wildfires  Newsweek

Seattle Community Police Commission seeks to regroup from internal turmoil, influence crowd control ordinance  KUOW News and Information

L.A. Wildfires Live Updates: Red Flag Warnings Issued for Dangerous Winds  The New York Times

What to Know About the New U.S. AI Diffusion Policy and Export Controls  Council on Foreign Relations

AI applications like ChatGPT are based on artificial neural networks that, in many respects, imitate the nerve cells in our brains. They are trained with vast quantities of data on high-performance computers, gobbling up massive amounts of energy in the process.

Elon Musk Sends Cybertrucks to Aid L.A. Wildfires After Criticism of Response  The New York Times

Nominet, the U.K. domain registry that maintains .co.uk domains, has experienced a cybersecurity incident that it confirmed is linked to the recent exploitation of a new Ivanti VPN vulnerability. In an email to customers, seen by TechCrunch, Nominet warned of an “ongoing security incident” under investigation. Nominet said hackers accessed its systems via “third-party VPN […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

The progress of artificial intelligence (AI) has been relentless. With OpenAI's latest model, o3, recently breaking records yet again, it raises urgent questions about safety, as well as the future of humanity.

By 2060, new dementia cases per year could double to one million because of the growing population of older Americans, a study predicts.

A Houston man with a lengthy criminal history was located in a hospital nearly 20 months after jumping bail and skipping court, where he was sentenced for human trafficking.

The eighth U.S. liquefied natural gas export terminal, Plaquemines LNG, ships first cargo  EIA