FHLBank San Francisco Names Luis Granados to Affordable Housing Advisory Council  GlobeNewswire

Four things to expect from Washington state’s 2025 legislative session  Centralia Chronicle

Stronger-than-expected data on the labor market has added to clues that the economy continues to run at a solid pace, amplifying fears about stubborn inflation.

‘America’s Serengeti’: oil, gas, and the fight for Native inclusion in Alaska’s arctic refuge  ICT News

US finds no link between ‘Havana syndrome’ and foreign power, but two spy agencies say it’s possible  WJTV

Holland America’s $70M Expansion Will Enhance Guests’ Alaskan Experiences  Cruise Radio

Seattle expecting Metro bus delays, cancellations during procession, memorial honoring slain driver  KING5.com

How to Watch: Washington Commanders at Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Wild Card Round  Buccaneers.com

The number 1 villain of the castle? If you ask Chrishell Stause, it’s Tom Sandoval! Why? The second the blindfolds came off after host Alan Cumming picked all the traitors during the premiere episode of Season 3 of The Traitors, Sandoval immediately became suspicious of Chrishell because she seemed “very off, very uncomfortable, scared.” Spoiler [...] Read More... The post <i>The Traitors</i> Feud! Chrishell Stause Thinks Tom Sandoval Is Trying To ‘Sabotage’ Her Because She’s Friends With His Ex Ariana Madix! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Bella Hadid Shares Photo of Her ‘Childhood Bedroom’ Ablaze at Her Mom’s Former Los Angeles Mansion  PEOPLE

The biggest economic risk from Donald Trump’s presidency is a loss of confidence in US governance  Chatham House

Live updates: Trump, after sentencing, maintains case should never have been brought  The Washington Post

Prep roundup: Moreau Catholic heats up after halftime to beat Washington-Fremont  The Mercury News

United States: Romanian Nationals Eligible for Visa Waiver Program On or Around March 31  Fragomen

US hits Russian oil in toughest sanctions yet in bid to give Ukraine, Trump leverage  Reuters

Duran was the only arbitration-eligible player the Red Sox didn't settle with on Thursday. The post How far apart Red Sox, Jarren Duran reportedly were in arbitration figure submissions appeared first on Boston.com.

International sanctions have left Syria’s health system on life support  The Washington Post

Nineteen passengers on Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas are suing the cruise line after an employee was sentenced for placing hidden cameras in their guest rooms.

Bethenny Frankel was so uncomfortable at the It Ends With Us premiere last year that she had to leave the place early! The vibes were apparently OFF on the red carpet of the now-infamous Colleen Hoover adaptation. And even though it’s been a while since that NYC premiere went down, Bethenny popped up on her TikTok account [...] Read More... The post Bethenny Frankel Has A Story About The <i>It Ends With Us</i> Premiere That Plays WAY Different Now! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Washington Nationals ‘Team To Keep Eye On’ With Talented Emerging Young Core  Sports Illustrated

Justice Juan Merchan sentenced President-elect Donald Trump to an unconditional discharge in the Manhattan business records case on Friday, which does not penalize him, though it upholds the jury's felony conviction. The post Juan Merchan Sentences Trump to Unconditional Discharge: No Penalty, Conviction Upheld appeared first on Breitbart.

Thousands expected at 'People's March on Washington' ahead of Inauguration Day  WUSA9.com

In 2008, Suze Rotolo reflected on being Dylan's girlfriend and muse. Folk singer Joan Baez spoke to Terry Gross in 1987. In 1998, Al Kooper looked back on his time as a session musician with Dylan.

Trump assassination attempt victims James Copenhaver and David Dutch, who were injured in the July shooting in Pennsylvania, will be attending the 47th president's inauguration.

Earthquake rattles San Francisco, Bay Area at magnitude 3.7, USGS says  USA TODAY

President-elect Trump was sentenced for falsifying records just 10 days before he is set to take office.

To help build the new Syria, the US needs to better understand the Kurds and Arabs of the northeast  Atlantic Council

Get updates on the sentencing of President-elect Donald Trump in his criminal hush money case in New York.

An overview of Seattle’s iconic music venues presented by The Daily’s arts + culture editor  Dailyuw

Proposition M Makes Sweeping Changes To San Francisco Gross Receipts Tax - Tax Authorities - United States  Mondaq News Alerts

Graham Harding and his wife, Helen Harding, have long enjoyed the game of Scrabble both separately and now together as a married couple — and are still playing in tournaments together.

Washington Capitals Recall Ethen Frank, Assign Ivan Miroshnichenko To Hershey  Yahoo Sports

Family Pleads for Help Finding Missing Oswego Woman Last Seen in Alaska  WIBX AM 950

Jimmy Carter Buried in Georgia After State Funeral at Washington National Cathedral  Democracy Now!

DC lawsuit says federal government polluted Anacostia River for 150+ years  NBC Washington

Guerschon Yabusele’s wizardry in win over Washington proves he thrives as a small-ball five  Liberty Ballers

US job growth blows away expectations in December; unemployment rate falls to 4.1%  Reuters

Washington Commanders vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Will Be Close, Says Analyst  Sports Illustrated

Live updates: Trump sentencing hearing underway in New York hush money case  The Washington Post

Oil prices jump as U.S. imposes sweeping sanctions against Russia oil industry  CNBC

The hackers targeting the Treasury are dubbed Silk Typhoon, and previously mass-hacked thousands of corporate email servers. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan could have sentenced the 78-year-old Republican to up to four years in prison. The post Judge sentences Trump in hush money case but declines to impose any punishment appeared first on Boston.com.

Returning to Alaska with a gold record, Ralph Castelli stakes his future on home  Yahoo Entertainment

Seattle Seahawks 2024 Grade Card: How Did Byron Murphy II, Rookie Class Perform?  Sports Illustrated

Wait, is this really happening? Is Jennifer Lopez moving on from Ben Affleck with… Kevin Costner?? You may have heard how just after Christmas, J.Lo was spotted at Aspen bar/hat store/celeb hot spot Kemo Sabe. And it seemed the Yellowstone star was in her party! It didn’t look totally like a date — just hanging out having a [...] Read More... The post Jennifer Lopez & Kevin Costner Actually DATING?! More Evidence From Aspen! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

President Joe Biden, former presidents and other dignitaries are gathering at Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., to honor former President Jimmy Carter.

Alaska’s LNG project moves closer to reality after 10 years in the making, with Glenfarne as private investor  Offshore Energy

Martin Selig, Houdini of Seattle’s office market, can’t escape the crunch  The Seattle Times

Cozy at home or flying down the slopes — how readers cope with the 'Big Dark'  The Seattle Times

Answering 12 questions Seahawks face heading into offseason | Analysis  The Seattle Times

DOGE sends representatives across US government, Washington Post reports  Reuters

DOGE Sends Representatives Across US Government, Washington Post Reports  U.S. News & World Report

Clean every surface of your home with a new mop, vacuum, cleaning sprays and cleaning cloths, all on sale during the Amazon winter sale.

Letter: MLK Day legal help events offer free legal support across Alaska  Anchorage Daily News

California's fire crisis stems from outdated water systems and poor forestry management, critics argue, with progressive politics thwarting realistic solutions.

US job growth beats expectations in December; unemployment rate falls to 4.1%  Reuters

Businesses ramped up hiring much more than expected in the month after Donald Trump won the presidential election. The post Trump Effect: U.S. Economy Added 256,000 Jobs In December, Unemployment Rate Fell appeared first on Breitbart.

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announces hiring freeze on first day in office amid mounting budget deficit  ABC7 Bay AreaFacing massive deficit, S.F. Mayor Daniel Lurie orders citywide hiring freeze on his first full day in office  San Francisco ChronicleSan Francisco Gets a New Mayor and an Emergency Plan for the Fentanyl Scourge  The New York Times

Ambassador Kathleen Kavalec at the Event Formalizing the Decision of the U.S. Authorities Regarding Romania's Inclusion in the Visa Waiver Program  US Embassy in Romania

Emirati billionaire and Trump ally sees more Gulf investments into US under new president  Reuters

Keep your brain sharp: Simple lifestyle changes backed by Seattle research  MyNorthwest

How American, Delta, United, Southwest, Frontier, and Alaska Airlines Are Boosting the Tourism Sector Across California, Texas, Florida, New York, Washington, Illinois, Georgia, and Across US  Travel And Tour World

Developers Max Brodeur-Urbas and Rahul Behal think that AI has the potential to automate lots of business-relevant tasks, but that many of the AI-powered automation tools on the market today are unreliable and costly. Part of the problem is that users expect too much of AI, Brodeur-Urbas told TechCrunch — for instance, they assume that […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Morning Report: Henry Cejudo says UFC Seattle matchup with Song Yadong is ‘going to turn out to be a banger’  MMA Fighting

President Joe Biden's final report card is in and it doesn't read well for the departing Democrat. Americans have a darker view of the octogenarian's tenure than they did at the end of predecessors Donald Trump’s first term or Barack Obama’s second, a poll released Friday finds. The post Poll: Americans’ Have Worse View of Biden as Term Ends than for Obama or Trump appeared first on Breitbart.

With smaller board, new bylaws and fresh focus, San Francisco federation looks to boost impact, empower donors  eJewish Philanthropy

Americans have a dimmer view of Joe Biden’s presidency as he prepares to leave office than they did at the end of Donald Trump’s first term or Barack Obama’s second

CWG Live updates: Light snow tonight could drop a coating to 1 or 2 inches  The Washington Post

A coalition of women's advocacy organizations has sent a letter to President-elect Donald Trump to demand the NCAA change its transgender athlete policies.

US lawmakers ask government to consider curbs on biotech exports to China's military  Reuters.com

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Don’t bet on pandas coming to S.F. just yet: How the new mayor, president could alter plans  San Francisco Chronicle

Angel Moms whose children were murdered by illegal aliens or poisoned by fentanyl are calling for the rapid confirmation of Gov. Kristi Noem (R-SD), President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The post Exclusive: Angel Moms Push for Rapid Confirmation of Kristi Noem as DHS Secretary appeared first on Breitbart.

Senators faced mockery on Thursday after they released a video touting their upcoming work in office, promising to be wary of Republicans in the upcoming administration.

WATCH: Michigan State's Jase Richardson Speaks After Win Over Washington  Sports Illustrated

Commanders at Buccaneers: Predictions, picks, odds for NFL wild card game  USA TODAY

Test your knowledge of a school shuffle, the Mayo move, Massachusetts movies, and Boston Calling bands in this week’s super-sized news quiz. The post Did you follow the local news this week? Take our Greater Boston news quiz. appeared first on Boston.com.

5 things to know for Jan. 10: Los Angeles wildfires, Trump sentencing, TikTok ban, Immigration, Climate  CNN

The Weekend Scene: Play in snow, volunteer, panda preview and more to do around DC  NBC Washington

Podcast host Joe Rogan spoke with actor and filmmaker Mel Gibson about the devastating Palisades Fires, arguing local and leadership are to blame.

Exploring Alaska’s critical mineral potential is a whopping $9.4 million federal-funded programme  Aluminium Circle(AL Circle)

Morgan Geyser, one of the two assailants in the 2014 Slender Man stabbing case, appeared in court Thursday to petition for release from a mental health facility.

Union, employers credit Trump in US port deal that may shape future talks  Reuters

What’s next for quarterback Geno Smith, Seahawks? Breaking down Seattle’s 4 offseason options  The Athletic

Chinese hackers breached US government office that assesses foreign investments for national security risks  CNN

WATCH: Michigan State's Jeremy Fears Jr. Speaks After Win Over Washington  Sports Illustrated

Five takeaways from Michigan State basketball's blowout win over Washington  Spartans Wire

President Nicolás Maduro will be sworn in for another six years on Friday, and he is hoping to use foreign prisoners to get his way on the global stage.

Economists have long helped to shape policy on issues like taxes and health care. But flawed forecasts and arcane language have cost them credibility.

Americans had mixed reactions to Meta's decision to end fact-checking programs on Facebook and Instagram, with some telling Fox News Digital the move was concerning.

The Biden administration's Department of Justice awarded more than $100 million in grants to promote "restorative justice" and DEI measures, a report found.

Trump advisers Musk and Ramaswamy worry about America having enough talented workers. The way to address those immigration needs is by fixing our horribly broken education system.

The "2024-25 Vegan & Vegetarian Meat Cravings" report found that a shocking number of vegetarians or vegans admit they have eaten meat within the last six months.

President-elect Donald J. Trump has moved beyond the team-of-rivals approach from his first term and chosen economic aides who will defend tariffs and tax cuts.

Whether it's the meeting room of an office building, the exhibition room of a museum or the waiting area of a government office, many people gather in such places, and quickly the air becomes thick. This is partly due to the increased humidity.

In an exit interview with NPR's Mary Louise Kelly, CIA Director William Burns says he still thinks "there's a chance" for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war.

This week, we tackle the Golden Globes, free speech, Girl Scout cookies, dragons and more. Add a perfect score to your New Year's resolutions!

The unexpected action is intended to tamp down a potential bubble in the bond market fueled by investors shunning riskier assets like stocks and real estate.

It’s a new year, but drama in the WordPress community keeps going. Automattic, the company that runs WordPress.com, said that it would reduce its contribution to WordPress core, the open-source project that acts as the backbone of most of Automattic’s products and ensures the longevity of WordPress as a technology and community. Automattic CEO and […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood performed a duet at President Carter's funeral Thursday in Washington before Carter is laid to rest in Georgia.

State lawmakers plan to continue to focus on the need for new Cook Inlet natural gas  Alaska Beacon

Jinghuan Liu Tervalon packed a few documents, keepsakes and clothing before leaving her Altadena, Calif., home ahead of the fast-moving Eaton Canyon Fire. Her son returned to find rubble and ash.

Jinghuan Liu Tervalon packed a few documents, keepsakes and clothing before leaving her Altadena, Calif., home ahead of the fast-moving Eaton Canyon Fire. Her son returned to find rubble and ash.

Alaska farmer discusses food insecurity as Dunleavy aims to bolster agriculture  Alaska's News Source

Here are four ways the S.F. school district can get back on track to ensure student success  San Francisco Chronicle

Texas has become a leading enforcer of internet rules. Its latest probe includes some platforms that privacy experts describe as unusual suspects.

In an FAQ obtained by TechCrunch, PowerSchool confirms it negotiated with the threat actors responsible for the breach. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Research shows including students with and without disabilities in the same classroom can benefit everyone. Two students with Down syndrome show what can be gained when that happens.

Airboat Boat Ramp Currently Closed for Repairs at Lake Washington Park in Melbourne  SpaceCoastDaily.com

Despite state law, Washington takes 3+ years to reveal its climate pollution  KUOW News and Information

AGDC and Glenfarne to Develop $44 Billion Alaska LNG Project, Including 807-Mile Pipeline  Pipeline and Gas Journal

A ransomware gang took credit for the breach, claiming to have stolen over 400,000 government-issued identity documents from customers. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Alaska DOT&PF granted $1.13 million for Seward Highway avalanche mitigation  Alaska's News Source

ICON Technologies Inc., which builds homes using 3D printing, is laying off 114 people, according to a WARN letter filed with the Texas Workforce Commission. A spokesperson for the company confirmed the news to TechCrunch, providing a statement that ICON had “recently made a difficult decision to re-align” its team and team size “to focus […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

A Wisconsin judge granted an early conditional release Thursday to Morgan Geyser, who was convicted of stabbing her childhood friend more than a decade ago.

California FAIR Plan could be on the hook for up to $24 billion in L.A. fire losses  San Francisco Chronicle

USDA purchases $50M in Alaska pollock, aiding fisheries and food banks  youralaskalink

Pilot Project Encouraging Building Electrification Proves Popular in Washington State, Saving Customers Money While Helping Meet Climate Goals  Earthjustice

Fox Corporation is encouraging viewers to support the American Red Cross in its efforts to help victims of the California Wildfires that have ravaged communities and destroyed homes.

Jamie Lee Curtis has announced that she and her family are making a large donation to relief efforts as fires continue to ravage Los Angeles.

LNG project development company says it has an agreement to develop $44 billion Alaska project  Anchorage Daily News

Donald Rumsfeld’s Former Washington, D.C., Home Hits the Market for $5.8 Million  Robb Report

US Tax Law: Understanding the Transatlantic Implications of the Upcoming US Tax Bill  German Marshall Fund

A swanky S.F. building sold beyond its value. Now the sellers are suing the city for a tax refund  San Francisco Chronicle

A common government strategy to increase prosperity in economically lagging regions is to provide financial assistance to technology-based businesses. This intervention is designed to address market failures that cause financial scarcity in such places.

Since its founding in 1994, Amazon has undergone exponential growth. Initially an online bookstore, the company has evolved into a global e-commerce powerhouse. Yet its reach extends far beyond retail. Amazon is also a dominant force in technology infrastructure (Amazon Web Services, or AWS), digital entertainment (Prime Video, Twitch, Kindle), logistics, and online advertising.

An Airbnb customer claims the company refused to rebook her Los Angeles stay amid raging wildfires that spread due to extreme winds, causing historic destruction of homes and displacing tens of thousands of people. According to the Silicon Valley giant, the wildfires raging throughout Los Angeles are not a "major disruptive event." The post prompted many to share their own Airbnb horror stories. The post Silicon Valley Sickos: Airbnb Tells Customer Los Angeles Wildfires Don’t Count as ‘Major Disruptive Event’ appeared first on Breitbart.

In an appearance on The Tonight Show on Wednesday night, actress Jamie Lee Curtis teared up over the devastation caused by the wildfires in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas this week. The post Jamie Lee Curtis Breaks Down on ‘Tonight Show,’ Pledges $1 Million to L.A. Wildfire Relief Efforts: ‘It’s F**king Gnarly’ appeared first on Breitbart.

“This decision was not made lightly, but after careful consideration, we believe it is the right time to close this chapter.” The post Karl’s Sausage Kitchen & European Market will close after six decades in business appeared first on Boston.com.

United States Oral Solid Dosage Contract Manufacturing Market Set to Reach $11.70 Billion by 2029  GlobeNewswire

Post offices are closed and mail delivery is suspended Thursday on the national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter. The stock market and some national parks are also closed.

Bank of San Francisco taps First Republic founder’s scion for private banking push  The Business Journals

ANWR oil lease sale 'yields no bids,' a day after Alaska sues to stop process  Fairbanks Daily News-Miner

Statewide Neighborhood Cafe Bill Returns, Expanded to More Types of Businesses  The Urbanist

A Delaware judge has approved a settlement that will see Tesla directors – including Chair Robyn Denholm, Oracle founder Larry Ellison, Kimbal Musk, and James Murdoch – return up to $919 million to the automaker, officially resolving allegations that they overpaid themselves, per Reuters.  The settlement concludes a 2020 lawsuit by the Police and Fire […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Amazon’s winter sale runs through January 12 and offers discounts on apparel, mattresses, kitchen gadgets, bedding and much more.

Three Dallas-based firms are partnering to develop a $1 billion data center campus south of Dallas.

Oil prices little changed as markets weigh demand against US inventories  Reuters

WA State L&I refuses to pay Kitsap County woman’s medical bills after suffering on-the-job injuries  KIRO Seattle

On Wednesday’s broadcast of Newsmax TV’s “Rob Schmitt Tonight,” Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) stated that he won’t vote for a large reconciliation bill on the border, taxes, and energy if it includes an increase in the debt ceiling. Paul began The post Rand Paul: I Won’t Vote for Reconciliation Bill That Raises Debt Limit appeared first on Breitbart.

Muni cutting service on multiple bus lines, as it confronts financial crisis  San Francisco Chronicle

Oil and gas lease sale in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge draws no bids  Alaska Beacon

Why this $9 million Washington brewpub is still not finished three years later  25 News Now

Comcast has reached agreements with NESN and NBC Sports Boston to move the channels from its Popular TV (or basic) package to its Ultimate TV (or premium) level of service beginning Tuesday. The post More green for the games: Xfinity bumping NESN, NBC Sports Boston to pricier cable tier starting next week appeared first on Boston.com.

How to watch Washington Commanders vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers: TV/live stream info for Sunday's Wild Card game  NBC Sports

Our volleyball league made it clear that we had to compete against a male athlete or forfeit everything we had worked for. Still, our choice was clear. We stood by our faith.

Notre Dame is going to the first College Football Playoff National Championship after defeating Penn State 27-24 in the Orange Bowl on Thursday night.

How to watch Portland State Vikings vs. Eastern Washington Eagles: Live stream, TV channel, start time for Thursday's NCAA Basketball game  CBS Sports

Seahawks Mailbag: Most Improved Players, ‘Complementary Football’ & More  Seahawks.com

Michigan State Spartans vs. Washington Huskies: How to watch NCAA Basketball online, TV channel, live stream info, start time  CBS Sports

LA fires updates: Rams playoff game moved, area sports affected by Los Angeles wildfires  USA TODAY

Former UFC Bantamweight champion set to retire after final fight at UFC Seattle  MMA Mania

Kayla Nicole isn’t happy with the treatment she’s received from Taylor Swift fans. And she’s surprisingly willing to talk about it on TV! Travis Kelce’s ex-girlfriend is currently one of the competitors on recent reality hit Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test. On Wednesday’s episode, the sportscaster had a little breakdown over all the “s**t” she [...] Read More... The post Travis Kelce's Ex Kayla Nicole Opens Up About Taylor Swift Fans Giving Her ‘S**t’ appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Brendan Allen 'a different monster' for Anthony Hernandez rematch at UFC Fight Night 252  MMA Junkie

South Bend Adams boys basketball to be without coach Chad Johnston for Washington game  South Bend Tribune

Stiga Talks Scoring Golden Goal for United States at World Junior Championship, Development as Preds Prospect  NHL.com

LA fires updates: Lakers game postponed, area sports affected by Los Angeles wildfires  USA TODAY

LA fires updates: Sports teams, athletes and games affected by Los Angeles wildfires  USA TODAY

There’s been a LOT of chatter surrounding Wicked — even more for its wild press tour than the film itself. And the conversations are far from over! Fans are certain there’s some romantic trouble boiling behind the scenes, but this time it has nothing to do with Ariana Grande‘s controversial relationship with Ethan Slater! This [...] Read More... The post <i>Wicked</i> Feud?! Fans Think Cynthia Erivo's Girlfriend Lena Waithe 'Can't Stand' Ariana Grande! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Washington Commanders | National Football League, News, Scores, Highlights, Injuries, Stats, Standings, and Rumors  Bleacher Report

How to watch Michigan State vs. Washington basketball, live stream, betting line  Lansing State Journal

Gaming startups — specifically those building casual mobile games — are very hot in Turkey right now, and today another one is announcing a sizeable round just nine months into its existence. Grand Games, the publisher behind Magic Sort and Car Match, has picked up $30 million in funding — money that it will use […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Recent buzz has Seattle fans wondering if Mariners are dark horse Roki Sasaki team  SoDo Mojo

While Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel experienced some success in his first couple of seasons in Miami, year three came to a considerably disappointing end.

LA fires live updates: Death toll rises as fierce winds fuel burns into fourth day  The Independent

India doesn’t believe US behind Bangladesh events, ‘preposterous’ charge: Sullivan  Hindustan Times

TikTok confirms app shutdown on Jan. 19, Supreme Court hearing appeal today  Midland Daily News

At least 10 people are dead and many more injured as several fires broke out across Southern California amid historically dry and windy conditions.

Live updates: LA County wildfires among most destructive on record in California  NBC Los Angeles

Three Russian citizens were charged with money laundering for their role in operating Blender.io and Sinbad.io crypto mixing services. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Victor Laveaga and his therapy dog Jack have offered support and comfort to firefighters coming off the fire line in Los Angeles and displaced residents.

Britney Spears Reveals She Has Evacuated Home amid Los Angeles Fires: 'I Send My Love'  PEOPLE

Get updates on the sentencing of President-elect Donald Trump in his criminal hush money case in New York.

Live Updates: Fires in California leave at least 10 dead, decimate Los Angeles area  CBS News

Before and after satellite images of Palisades Fire show devastation in L.A.  The Washington Post

A group of Los Angeles residents confronted and apprehended a man they believe may be an arsonist responsible for setting a fire in their community.

Social media users blasted Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., after she blamed the Los Angeles-area wildfires on corporations which allegedly contribute to climate change.

3.7 preliminary magnitude earthquake hits off coast of San Francisco, USGS says  ABC7 Bay AreaEarthquake rattles heart of Downtown San Francisco  Fox Weather

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said Thursday that his childhood home in California has been destroyed in the wildfires tearing through the Los Angeles area.

An earthquake registering 3.7 magnitude hits west of San Francisco in the Pacific Ocean  Newsday

An Earthquake Registering 3.7 Magnitude Hits West of San Francisco in the Pacific Ocean  U.S. News & World Report

The Fed's one hundred basis points in cuts at the end of last year has ignited fears of surging inflation. The post Inflation Expectations Surge, Pulling Down Consumer Sentiment, Casting Doubt on Fed Policy appeared first on Breitbart.

Los Angeles has called in elements of the California National Guard as out-of-control wildfires continue to wreak havoc, its troops tasked with preventing looting and civil unrest as well as helping emergency responders execute their work. The post National Guard Deployed to Protect Los Angeles Fire Zones from Looting appeared first on Breitbart.

Los Angeles Lakers Coach JJ Redick Loses Home in Pacific Palisades Wildfire: ‘Heartbroken’  PEOPLE

Strong Santa Ana winds are hitting fire-ravaged Los Angeles on Friday morning, but the winds will relax later in the day and the red flag warning will end Friday night.

The Supreme Court will decide the fate of TikTok in the U.S. as a federal ban on foreign-adversary owned apps is set to take effect Jan. 19.

LIVE: 3.7 preliminary magnitude earthquake hits off coast of San Francisco, USGS says  ABC7 Bay Area

President-elect Donald Trump was sentenced Friday after being found guilty on charges of falsifying business records stemming from Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s yearslong investigation.

How Policy Decisions Exacerbated the Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires  National Review

Firefighters hope for a break from fierce winds fueling devastating blazes in Los Angeles area  The Associated Press

Police responded to an armed robbery report at approximately 12:43 p.m. on Jan. 9 during a package delivery on Stow Road.  The post Possible armed robbery of FedEx driver caught on video during delivery in Harvard appeared first on Boston.com.

Colorado professor weighs in on United States Supreme Court hearing on Tiktok ban  Denver 7 Colorado News

TikTok's parent company is based in China, and the U.S. government says that means it is a potential national security threat. The post The Supreme Court is considering a possible TikTok ban. Here’s what to know about the case. appeared first on Boston.com.

Alec Baldwin is suing Santa Fe, New Mexico, officials after a judge dismissed the involuntary manslaughter case against him for the 2021 fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

Mandy Moore is still reeling from the devastating fires that have completely rocked large parts of Los Angeles and its environs. The former A Walk To Remember star is one of far too many folks in the El Lay area who has seen their homes and all their possessions go up in smoke after devastating wildfires [...] Read More... The post Mandy Moore Reveals 'Survivor's Guilt' After Her House Is The Only One 'Still Standing' On Her Street appeared first on Perez Hilton.

California fires live updates: Parts of LA look like 'atomic bomb dropped,' sheriff says  ABC News

Where are mandatory evacuation orders for California wildfires? See maps  USA TODAY

Green Bay to temporarily close S. Washington St. at Stuart St. to work on storm sewer  WeAreGreenBay.com

Exclusive: S.F. Mayor Daniel Lurie picks a new fire chief in first appointment after taking office  San Francisco Chronicle

Strong economy, safe asset demand boosted US dominance in capital flows, White House says  Reuters

California wildfires live updates: 10 killed in Los Angeles County as Palisades, Kenneth and Eaton fires continue to spread  Yahoo! Voices

During the week of Dec. 22 to Dec. 28, 18.6% of hospital admissions in the state were related to acute respiratory diseases, according to the Massachusetts Department of Health. The post Mass General Brigham introduces new masking policy as respiratory illnesses rise appeared first on Boston.com.

L.A. Fires Live Updates: At Least 10 Killed and Thousands of Structures Destroyed in Southern California  The New York Times

Los Angeles Artists Mourn as Their Studios and Artworks Go Up in Smoke  The New York Times

Mental health crises skyrocket at SF homeless shelters as Lurie plans for expansion  The San Francisco Standard

L.A. Fires: These Celebrities—Paris Hilton, Billy Crystal, JJ Redick And More—Had Homes Destroyed Along With Historic Landmarks  Forbes

At least 10 people are dead and many more injured as several fires broke out across Southern California amid historically dry and windy conditions.

We're tuning in live as the justices consider what could be one of the most consequential First Amendment cases of the past several decades.

A Canadian “Super Scooper” aircraft fighting the Palisades fire in Los Angeles had to be grounded Thursday after it hit a civilian drone in the smoke-filled skies above the blaze, local fire department officials said. The post Canadian ‘Super Scooper’ Aircraft Grounded After Colliding with Drone over Los Angeles Wildfires appeared first on Breitbart.

US property and casualty insurers slide as Los Angeles wildfire losses mount  Reuters

California wildfires live updates: 10 killed in Los Angeles County as Palisades, Kenneth and Eaton Fires continue to burn  Yahoo! Voices

Southern California wildfire victims report looting after returning home to assess damages. And, President-elect Donald Trump is set for sentencing in a hush money conviction today.

A Mexican illegal immigrant deported from the United States five times has been arrested after allegedly attempting to kidnap a teenage Alabama girl on New Year's Eve.

California Wildfires Live Updates: Fires Devastate L.A. as Death Toll Rises to 10  The New York Times

A group of Gulf Cartel gunmen fleeing from police in Tamaulipas killed an elderly woman when they crashed their SUV into her vehicle. The chase was part of a larger shootout between police forces and cartel gunmen who set up blockades and used road spikes as a way to slow down police forces so they could flee. The post Fleeing Cartel Gunmen Kill Elderly Woman During Crash in Mexican Border City  appeared first on Breitbart.

Hollywood star Barbra Streisand declared on Thursday that the strong winds carrying wildfires across Los Angeles are "due to climate change" and demanded that "this coming government better address" it. The post Barbra Streisand: Winds Pushing Los Angeles Wildfires Are ‘Due to Climate Change’ appeared first on Breitbart.

The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) chief warned a month ago that budget cuts had plunged it into "unprecedented operational challenges" which would hamper its wildfire response.

10 dead, 10K structures destroyed as LA fires turn neighborhoods into ash: Live updates  USA TODAY

L.A. fires live updates: 10 killed, 10,000 structures feared destroyed as wildfires rage into fourth day  The Washington Post

A federal judge is set to hear arguments on whether to hold Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court for continuing to spread lies about two Georgia election workers after they secured a $148 million defamation judgment against him

A wide winter storm is having big impacts. Here’s where it will hit hardest.  The Washington Post

Winds that have fueled LA fires are expected to calm, giving firefighters a chance to corral flames  The Associated Press

Milo Ventimiglia, Jhené Aiko and Paris Hilton, more celebrities lose homes in LA fires  USA TODAY

College football's deadliest day happened in San Francisco 125 years ago  SFGATE

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Palisades Fire, now historic and deadly, continues to grow in scale and devastation  KTLA Los Angeles

Fires in California leave at least 10 dead, decimate Los Angeles area: Live Updates  CBS News

Los Angeles fires: More than 10,000 homes and businesses destroyed, at least 10 dead  Fox News

Columnist David Marcus writes that many of the issues being blamed for the spread of California's wildfires were created by misguided environmentalism. The result is environmental devastation.

California resident Orly Israel explains how he attempted to save his childhood home from the devastating wildfires raging through Los Angeles County on "Your World."

LA fires updates: Number of people dead doubles as latest blaze investigated as possible arson  Sky News

ABC News has been plagued by a series of embarrassing headlines from David Muir's clothespin debacle to legal drama surrounding Sunny Hostin's husband.

Milo Ventimiglio is mourning the loss of his Malibu home - a safe space he and his pregnant wife, Jarah Mariano, were expecting to introduce their new baby to in just a few days.

Drone Collides With Firefighting Plane Over Palisades Fire in Los Angeles  The New York Times

California Wildfires Live Updates: Fires Devastate Los Angeles as Death Toll Rises to 10  The New York Times

RocketRez brings strategic upselling & dynamic pricing to Mount Washington Cog Railway  blooloop

Visualizing the effects and causes of caregiver deaths on children in the USA  Nature.com

As wildfires continue to spread across southern California, experts are warning they could impact the mental health of residents and first responders.

The social media app is likely to disappear from the app stores of Google and Apple right away. But it’s unclear if users will completely lose access.

The number of dead tied to the wildfires increases as local officials warn the toll will increase. About 180,000 people have had to evacuate.

The number of dead tied to the wildfires increases as local officials warn the toll will increase. About 180,000 people have had to evacuate.

In our recently filed lawsuit, alleging the violation of Mozzy’s civil rights by the State of Washington and prison employees, we detail how she was incarcerated with a biological male.

Lawyers for TikTok will argue that banning the app will violate the free speech of 170 million American users. The Justice Department will contend that the app is a national security risk.

Women from a Kyiv suburb traumatized by a 2022 massacre by Russian troops joined a volunteer air defense unit to take down Russia's drones — and deal with their fears.

Wildfires laying waste to vast areas of Los Angeles have now claimed 10 lives and devoured nearly 10,000 structures, with five fires still burning Friday as dry desert winds fanning the flames regathered strength. One estimate of the damage and economic loss already caused by the catastrophic fires stands at $135-$150 billion. The post Death Toll Rises to 10 as Los Angeles Wildfires Regather Strength, More Evacuation Orders Issued appeared first on Breitbart.

The TikTok ban heads to the Supreme Court today. Here's what to know about the case.  CBS News

New research has found that about 2.2 million new diagnoses of type 2 diabetes and 1.2 million new cases of cardiovascular disease were attributed to sugar-sweetened sodas and juices each year.

The wildfires in Los Angeles County have left a trail of destruction — displacing entire families, including pets. Shelters and rescue organizations like Stray Cat Alliance are scrambling to respond.

NPR's A Martinez asks Los Angeles School Board member Nick Melvoin how deadly fires have harmed schools and the students and families who rely on them.

Many Latino immigrants in Los Angeles worked to extinguish some of the fires with hoses. They aren't firefighters, they were just helping people in other neighborhoods.

Several large wildfires continue to rage out of control in Los Angeles County. At least 10 people have been killed, according to the LA County Medical Examiner, and thousands have fled their homes.

The Supreme Court agreed to fast-track TikTok's request for review, and the Supreme Court hearing comes just nine days before a U.S. ban takes effect.

At least two dozen New Orleans terrorist attack victims are filing lawsuits against the city and its police department, according to the law firms representing them.

During an interview with Fox News Digital, Steve Guttenberg shared heartbreaking footage of damage in Pacific Palisades due to the wildfires.

Alaska Gas Prices Inch Upward and U.S. Keeps Global Oil Production Crown  Alaska Native News

On Thursday’s broadcast of MSNBC’s “All In,” Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) defended his vote against the Laken Riley Act by stating that “people are going to be targeted because they’re brown.” Host Chris Hayes asked, “[T]here’s a sort of a The post Swalwell: Laken Riley Act Means ‘People Are Going to Be Targeted Because They’re Brown’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Column | Carolyn Hax: Environmentally aware parents want to rein in gifts for their kid  The Washington Post

Columbus, Ohio, attorney and former state Sen. Ben Espy will be remembered at a service for his decades of service to the state and city

About 180,000 people evacuated this week as multiple fires burned 45 square miles; however, some residents affected by the Palisades Fire went against advisories and began to return home on Thursday.

Canadian ‘Super Scooper’ plane grounded after hitting civilian drone over Los Angeles wildfires  CNN

Actor Alec Baldwin has filed a civil lawsuit for malicious prosecution and civil rights violations in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of the Western movie Rust.

L.A. fires destroy as many as 10,000 buildings as Palisades and Eaton burn  The Washington Post

Live updates: Deadly LA County fires burn thousands of structures with gusty winds ahead  NBC Los AngelesLive updates: At least 10 dead in Los Angeles wildfires as Palisades, Kenneth, Eaton fires burn  CNNLA fires latest updates: At least 10 confirmed dead in Los Angeles wildfires  BBC.com

A family in Altadena went viral this week with video of them singing Christian hymns over the rubble of their home that burned in the Eaton fire just north of Pasadena near Los Angeles. The post Watch: Altadena Family Goes Viral Singing Christian Hymns over Destroyed Home appeared first on Breitbart.

The ancient Christian community of Syria is facing an existential threat, particularly in Aleppo, under the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham. The post Exclusive – Persecution Expert: Christians in Aleppo Could Face ‘Beginning of the End’ Under Jihadi Rule appeared first on Breitbart.

NPR's A Martinez speaks with American writer Louis Ferrante about his latest book, "Borgata: Clash of Titans: a History of the American Mafia."

Group activity recognition (GAR), which aims to identify activities performed collectively in videos, has gained significant attention recently. Existing GAR datasets typically annotate only a single Group Activity (GA) instance per sample, carefully selected from original videos.

The Supreme Court hears TikTok's case to toss out a ban just nine days before it will take effect. The Biden administration defends the measure on national security grounds.

Update: Some users report that the new options have disappeared. It’s possible they went live prematurely. OpenAI is introducing a new way for users to customize their interactions with ChatGPT, the company’s AI-powered chatbot. Some users on X on Thursday reported that ChatGPT’s existing custom instructions menu on the web has been revamped with new […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Update: Some users report that the new options have disappeared. It’s possible they went live prematurely. OpenAI is introducing a new way for users to customize their interactions with ChatGPT, the company’s AI-powered chatbot. Some users on X on Thursday reported that ChatGPT’s existing custom instructions menu on the web has been revamped with new […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

As it looks to accelerate the pace of its AI development, Google is further streamlining the teams building its AI services, platforms, and tools. On Thursday, Logan Kilpatrick, who leads product for Google’s AI Studio developer platform, said in a post on X that Google’s AI Studio team and the team developing the API for […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Elon Musk said his SpaceX company will provide free Starlink terminals to the Los Angeles areas affected by the raging and catastrophic wildfires. The satellite internet service will help restore communication in areas devastated by the ongoing fires. The post Elon Musk’s SpaceX to Provide Free Starlink Terminals to Areas Affected by Los Angeles Wildfires appeared first on Breitbart.

Daily Digest: Walgreens to shutter S.F. stores; Google's looming privacy class action - San Francisco Business Times  The Business Journals

Google searches for how to cancel and delete Facebook, Instagram, and Threads accounts have seen explosive rises in the U.S. since Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that the company will end its third-party fact-checking system, loosen content moderation policies, and roll back previous limits to the amount of political content in user feeds.  Experts see […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Google is testing a new “Daily Listen” feature that automatically generates a podcast based on your Discover feed. The company confirmed to TechCrunch that Daily Listen is a personalized AI-powered audio experience that is designed to help you stay up to date on the topics you care about.  The feature is currently rolling out on […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Mandiant says a Chinese cyberespionage group has been exploiting the critical-rated vulnerability since at least mid-December. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Alaska Airlines gives Boise travelers fast pass to Disney World, Universal Studios with direct Orlando flight  Idaho Press

Opinion | As a Climate Scientist, I Knew It Was Time to Leave Los Angeles  The New York Times

A professor of genetics, toxicology, and biological engineering, Thilly pushed himself and his students to develop solutions to real-world problems.

2024 Research ~ United States Laboratory Disposable Products Market Poised for Growth, Reaching USD 1.94 Billion by 2029, Diagnostic Testing Surge Influences Expansion  GlobeNewswire

A study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety suggests that automated crash prevention systems may fail to detect pedestrians wearing high-visibility clothing that makes them stand out to human drivers.

Alaska Airlines Reassures Travelers After Maintenance Mishap at Anchorage International Airport Involving a Boeing 737 in a Taxiway Departure: New Report You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

Volkswagen-backed startup Scout Motors broke cover just a few months ago, and at this week’s CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada, they hold the honor of being one of the only American automakers with a presence at the show.  That’s not the only thing that stands out about Scout being here, though. In a sea […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

Bus caravan to circle downtown Seattle to honor slain driver Shawn Yim  The Seattle Times

Road closures, security in place ahead of Jimmy Carter's state funeral  NBC Washington

Mechanics ‘inadvertently’ drive Alaska Airlines plane into ditch at Ted Stevens airport, officials say  Alaska's News Source