What the Hessian fly teaches us about science, farming and the American Revolution  WHYY

From 75 campuses across 35 states, we've listened to hundreds of student entries to select the very best for NPR's College Podcast Challenge.

The Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minneapolis forced some families into hiding and catalyzed informal medical networks to deliver critical health care services inside homes.

Delaware's largest data center proposal charges forward despite hurdles  Delawareonline.com

What are the domestic risks of terror attacks following U.S. strikes on Iran? NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Matthew Levitt, a counterterrorism expert at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy.

How electrifying a Bay Area rail system made trains faster, cleaner, and more frequent  grist.org

Washington State University opens primary care clinic inside Logan Elementary; pulls nursing students out of Yakima after 50 years  inlander.com

How United States, Canada and Mexico sit in the Power Rankings ahead of World Cup 2026  Diario AS

Kilpatrick’s San Francisco head: reduced hours are not a 'punitive exile'  MIP | Managing Intellectual Property

The DHS shutdown could hamper response to terror threats as the conflict with Iran continues to escalate, a public safety expert warned.

NORAD intercepts Russian aircraft in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone  The Nome Nugget

Iran’s top security official struck a defiant tone, berating President Trump for harboring “delusional fantasies” about the toll of a war that has already affected more than a half dozen countries across the Middle East. “Trump plunged the region into chaos with his  facebook.com

'Heightened Emotions' as American's struggle with mental health during US war with Iran  ABC30 Fresno

‘The foundation for my future’: West Seattle HS Rocketry Club students say the sky’s the limit, with a community boost  West Seattle Blog...

Chase: Pickup truck driver leading authorities on wild pursuit through LA  ABC7 Los Angeles

Dunleavy, EPA visit UAF to discuss regulations in the arctic environment  Alaska's News Source

Port of San Francisco planning to demolish dry docks before they sink due to deterioration  CBS News

Port of San Francisco rushing to demolish dry docks due to possible deterioration  CBS News

Army reservists killed in Kuwait remembered as loving parents, dedicated students  The Washington Post

The State Department announced on Wednesday that a charter flight for American citizens stuck in the Middle East was en route to the United States.

6 juveniles, 2 adults detained after SF Mission Dolores Park double stabbing  KRON4

California grocery store wine scheme: Executives at top distributor charged with bribery  San Francisco Chronicle

Courtesy Call on State Minister for Foreign Affairs HORII by Dr. Julio Frenk, Chancellor of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)  mofa.go.jp

Prep sports roundup: Drew Anderson is near perfect in leading Santa Margarita to Open Division semifinals  Los Angeles Times

Malnourished, neglected seniors rescued during investigation into unlicensed care homes in Carson  CBS News

2 stabbed in San Francisco's Dolores Park, mix of juveniles and adults detained  KTVU

WEST SEATTLE SCHOOLS: Interested in Highly Capable program’s new Alki Elementary site? Meeting set  West Seattle Blog...

Gavin Newsom says some ‘appropriately’ call Israel an ‘apartheid state’ while questioning US aid  The Jerusalem Post

US charter flight repatriating Americans from Middle East, State Department says  Reuters

Q&A with Aaron and Elmer Dixon, Founders of Seattle’s Black Panther Party  seattlespectator.com

Murkowski, despite misgivings, votes against withdrawing Trump's power to conduct Iran war  KYUK

Massive blackout leaves millions without power across western Cuba, affecting Havana and surrounding areas after electrical grid failure.

Camp East Montana in Texas has been under growing scrutiny over its living conditions and has been grappling with a measles outbreak.

Behind the Ballot with Connie Chan, candidate for CA's 11th Congressional District  CBS News

Antarctica Has Lost Ice Equal to 10 Los Angeles–Sized Cities in 30 Years  SciTechDaily

All northbound lanes of Seattle's SR 99 First Avenue bridge to close for 3 days  FOX 13 Seattle

Made in Washington: It's no puzzle why this Port Townend business is popular  KING5.com

California soldier among those killed in Iran drone attack in war, Pentagon says  Los Angeles Times

South L.A. Residents Gain 37 New Affordable Homes as Eleos and Health Net Break Ground at 5637 S. Broadway  Centene

A statue unveiling at Globe Life Field, an MLB ballpark, ignited debate over the Texas Rangers’ law enforcement history as critics urged fuller context about the past.

The strike killed at least 175 people, most of whom were likely children, according to state media and health officials. The post Whose airstrike hit a girls school in Iran? The US says it’s still investigating. appeared first on Boston.com.

Second arrest made in Washington Square Park snowball fight that allegedly injured NYC police officers. Eric Wilson Jr., 18, charged with harassment.

Colorado Iranian thankful for United States intervention; "The whole world forgot about Iran"  CBS News

Experts warn Iran capable of launching cyberattacks in Nevada, United States  KSNV

Washington County leaders, residents react after Northern Corridor Project halted  ABC4 Utah

Alaska Volcano Observatory team repairs GPS system tracking Mt. Edgecumbe  KCAW

On Wednesday’s edition of NBC’s “Meet the Press NOW,” Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) responded to a question on whether the orders to strike Iran would be illegal orders by stating that the video she released on defying illegal orders “was The post Dem Rep. Houlahan: ‘Assume’ Iran Orders Are Lawful, I Was Referring to Venezuela, Domestic Stuff appeared first on Breitbart.

B-2 stealth bombers deployment to U.K. military bases signals escalation in U.S.-Israel operations against Iran. RAF Fairford and Diego Garcia prepared for strategic bombers.

2026 SheBelieves Cup: U.S. women’s national team edge Canada to close in on eighth title  olympics.com

Los Angeles weather: Strong, gusty winds move into Southern California this week  ABC7 Los Angeles

US and Ecuador launch a joint military operation against organized crime groups  The Washington Post

Seattle mayor proposes plan to rapidly expand shelter, open 1,000 units this year  KING5.com

IDF airstrikes targeted "dozens" of sites connected to internal security forces.

‘Companies have options’: Seattle business community reacts to Starbucks’ Tennessee expansion  MyNorthwest.com

GOP senators pressed DHS Secretary Kristi Noem during a hearing, including one who brought up her history killing animals she owns, comparing it to her poor leadership style.

Pastor David Nasser described his family's harrowing 1979 escape from Iran, and he expressed hope and prayers for democracy for Iranians.

Seattle mayor wants to expand tiny house villages, with volunteers’ help  KUOW

Wednesday on CNN's "The Lead," Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) said President Donald Trump gave Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem a "vote of no confidence" by sending border czar Tom Homan into Minneapolis. The post Tillis: Trump Gave Noem a ‘Vote of No Confidence’ on Minneapolis appeared first on Breitbart.

Hollywood still undervalues Latinas. LIFE Film Festival gives them the spotlight  Los Angeles Times

The House Ethics Committee announced Wednesday it voted to establish an investigative subcommittee to examine allegations involving Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX), as the congressman advances to a May 26 runoff in the Republican primary for Texas’ 23rd Congressional District. The post House Ethics Committee Establishes Investigative Subcommittee Into Rep. Tony Gonzales Over Allegations Involving Staffer Who Later Died appeared first on Breitbart.

Condoleezza Rice says Operation Epic Fury aims to "neuter" Iran's military power after joint strikes killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

SFSU celebrates naming of San Francisco Federal Credit Union Gymnasium  SF State News

Department of State Charter Flight Departs Middle East to United States  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Letter: That Alaska is losing two distinguished teachers is nothing short of shameful  Anchorage Daily News

Letter: That Alaska is losing 2 distinguished teachers is nothing short of shameful  Anchorage Daily News

Washington women’s shelter offers more housing with new facility expansion  WITN

A man was shot and killed after fleeing from a United States Border Patrol Immigration Checkpoint in West Texas and opening fire on pursuing officers. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the incident occurred near Kent, Texas, on Interstate 10 on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. The post Suspect Killed After Shooting at Officers, Civilians During Chase from West Texas Border Patrol Checkpoint appeared first on Breitbart.

News | San Francisco's iconic Transamerica Pyramid tower lands $700 million price tag  CoStar

Venezuela and US to work together on mining developments, Rodríguez says  BBC

The United States announces the start of military operations in Ecuador  Peoples Dispatch

Seattle Metro Chamber CEO says diversification is key for future economic growth  FOX 13 Seattle

Venezuela’s president vows mining reform amid visit from US cabinet member  Al Jazeera

Megan Fox returned to Instagram with stunning new photos in black lingerie and thigh-high socks, wiping her account clean before the sexy comeback post.

U.S. Submarine Launches Its First Torpedo in Combat Since World War II  The New York Times

Don't mind us, we're just flying past the tallest mountain in North America. Apply to be a Trooper today at AlaskaStateTrooper.com  Facebook

Governor Gordon attends signing of Wyoming’s Healthy Choice Waiver in Washington D.C.  Oil City News

Gov. Gordon attends signing of Wyoming’s Healthy Choice Waiver in Washington, DC  Oil City News

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected his new destroyer for two straight days ahead of its commissioning and observed a test of cruise missiles fired from the warship, vowing to accelerate the nuclear-armament of his navy, state media said Thursday

LEADER JEFFRIES DURING WAR POWERS RESOLUTION DEBATE: “DEMOCRATS ARE HERE TO STAND UP FOR THE RULE OF LAW AND THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION” – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries  Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (.gov)

Timothy Parsons, a longtime staffer with the Department of Justice, has been arrested on charges of child pornography. The post Longtime Justice Department Employee Arrested on Child Pornography Charges appeared first on Breitbart.

Birmingham area students headed to Washington, DC, for Hearst Senate Youth Program  WVTM

During an event Tuesday for his book, "Young Man in a Hurry," Gov. Gavin Newsom suggested Israel is an "apartheid state" and influenced President Donald Trump's decision to strike Iran.

U.S. says it will strike deeper into Iran, saying war has 'only just begun'  PBS

Mexican authorities meet FIFA to review 2026 World Cup security protocols  NBC Los Angeles

United Airlines now requires passengers to use headphones for audio and video content on flights, updating its contract to address complaints. Travelers reacted on social media.

Birmingham area students headed to Washington D.C. for Hearst Senate Youth Program  WVTM

‘Brady Bunch’ house, used in exterior shots for the popular sitcom, gets LA landmark status  Chicago Tribune

Study shows 2025's record tax increases reduce Washington’s GDP growth and worker pay  Washington Policy Center

Man stabbed in the face during robbery in Chinatown International District  KIRO 7 News Seattle

The Justice Department had John Abbamondi testify at an antitrust trial to support its case that Live Nation has acted as a monopoly, an accusation the company denies.

‘Young Man in a Hurry’ review: Gavin Newsom’s memoir recasts privilege as political strength  San Francisco Chronicle

Michelle Pfeiffer stuns at Paris Fashion Week in head-to-toe YSL, proving she's timeless at 67. Fans flood Instagram with praise for the iconic actress.

The tool, offered by the recently-rebranded company Superhuman, gives feedback based on the work of famous dead and living writers—without their permission.

Opinion: Washington Heights is Being Gentrified. Here’s How Mayor Mamdani Can Help.  citylimits.org

The Bold and the Beautiful stars Darin Brooks and Kelly Kruger are calling it quits. Right before their 10 year anniversary, the soap opera stars announced via Instagram that they’re going their separate ways. In a joint post on Tuesday, the couple wrote: “This is obviously not fun news to share but we have shared [...] Read More... The post <i>Bold And The Beautiful</i> Breakup! Darin Brooks & Kelly Kruger Are DONE! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Elisabeth Hasselbeck sparked a heated border security debate on "The View," challenging co-hosts and the audience on the importance of a secure border.

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As Iranian strikes target U.S. facilities across the Middle East, the State Department races to evacuate thousands of Americans caught in a rapidly evolving war zone.

News | San Francisco Bay Area apartment building to become affordable housing for teachers  CoStar

Controversial nude woman sculpture gets extended run at San Francisco’s Embarcadero Plaza  San Francisco Chronicle