As several global tensions simmer, the Pentagon is removing thousands of transgender troops under an anti-DEI push. How might a focus on gender identity distract from mission readiness?

The Olympic dream returns from Cortina 1956 to Milano Cortina 2026: Mario, the volunteer who will experience the excitement of the Games twice  Milano Cortina 2026

See the lower median price for January home listings in Washington County  The Herald-Mail

Man shot multiple times in Capitol Hill, police question person of interest  KOMO

Highlights: Sharife Cooper Scores 18 points vs. Indiana Pacers | 02.20.26  NBA

Exclusive: US intelligence agencies tie Chinese explosive test to push for a completely new nuclear arsenal  CNN

House in Washington Township goes up in flames, neighboring houses sustain smoke, water damage  TribLIVE.com

An interactive artwork — it's free, but do RSVP — dances into The Music Center  NBC Los Angeles

Washington State College of Ohio helps students during Financial Aid Awareness Month  News and Sentinel

Rep. Don Davis confirms $1M investment for Washington Regional Medical Center equipment  WCTI

Wildfire in Washington County burns 1,400 acres; family credits volunteer firefighters for saving home  News On 6

In Washington D.C., not much had changed about East Potomac Golf Links course over the decades until one day last October when some dump trucks showed up. The trucks were sent by the White House. They were carrying mud. The trucks drove onto the g  facebook.com

Alaska lawmaker’s chief of staff arrested on sex trafficking and child exploitation charges  Alaska Beacon

US military says it attacked vessel in Pacific Ocean, killing three people  Al Jazeera

Column | On a new banner, Trump evokes the shadow world of authoritarian icons  The Washington Post

Dozens have died in European avalanches this season as the U.S. issues an urgent travel warning for Americans in Switzerland, Austria, and France Alpine regions.

DHS announces ICE arrests targeting illegal immigrants convicted of violent crimes, including child rape and assault, amid rising threats against officers.

Former New Haven Police Chief Karl Jacobson turned himself in on larceny charges after prosecutors alleged he stole $85,000 from two city funds.

House in Washington Township goes up in flames, neighboring house sustains smoke, water damage  TribLIVE.com

Karl R. Jacobson was arrested and accused of stealing from city coffers as he placed $4.5 million in online bets. He resigned in January, when the accusations first surfaced.

"Heavy snow, strong winds, & coastal flooding are all increasingly possible." The post Here’s what Boston meteorologists are saying about the timing and impacts of the Sunday-Monday nor’easter appeared first on Boston.com.

Los Angeles weather: SoCal gets brief break from rain with slight weekend warm-up  ABC7 Los Angeles

U.S. Fighter Jets Escort Russian Aircraft Away from Alaska in Routine Intercept  Fine Day 102.3

Escape room to open in remodeled downtown office as city targets 3rd Avenue  KING5.com

British government weighs removing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from throne succession after arrest on misconduct charges, requiring new legislation to change royal line.

NORAD intercepts 5 Russian aircraft near Alaska; military says there was no threat  Anchorage Daily News

Los Angeles Magazine: Rep. Jimmy Gomez Wants To Put $175 Billion in ICE Funding Toward Housing  U.S. Representative Jimmy Gomez (.gov)

Late-night host Conan O'Brien shares his grief over Rob Reiner's death, calling the legendary director's sudden loss "so awful" after seeing him.

This Winter Olympics event doesn't give out medals or scores. Instead, it's a celebration  NBC Los Angeles

At least 60 attack aircraft are parked at the base, which has become a key hub for U.S. military planning for possible strikes on Iran.

School of Law to Host 2026 United States Senator Dennis Chavez Endowed Lectureship on Law and Civil Rights  University of New Mexico School of Law

NFL great Michael Irvin calls San Francisco Bay Area Super Bowl LX 'worst ever,' cites lackluster atmosphere  Fox News

North Carolina man Justin Wilkes allegedly assaulted police officer at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, facing charges including assault and disorderly conduct.

SF: Hayward Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Fatal Shooting Earlier This Month  SFGATE

Conan O’Brien is finally opening up about the horrifying deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner, who spent their last evening alive at the comedian’s holiday party with their son and alleged murderer, Nick Reiner. As we previously reported, Rob, Michele, and Nick attended Conan’s annual Christmas party on December 13. Many thought something was off [...] Read More... The post Conan O’Brien Breaks Silence On Rob & Michele Reiner’s Murders After They Attended His Holiday Party With Son Nick: 'I Was In Shock For Quite A While' appeared first on Perez Hilton.

CWG Live: Dry and mild through Saturday; snow potential Sunday into Monday  The Washington Post

A 23-year-old American was shot last March in South Padre Island. ICE’s involvement in the shooting was not disclosed until this week.

Washington DC Snow Forecast: Why this storm is not another Snowcrete event  WJLA

Nearly two dozen people evacuated from Washington courtroom after fentanyl residue found on drug evidence scale, triggering emergency hazmat response and safety concerns.

A Florida bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport for President Donald Trump advances to Gov. Ron DeSantis and the FAA for final approval.

The creator economy is evolving fast, and ad revenue alone isn’t cutting it anymore. YouTubers are launching product lines, acquiring startups, and building actual business empires. In fact, MrBeast’s company bought fintech startup Step, and his chocolate business is outearning his media arm. This isn’t just one creator’s strategy. For many, it’s the new playbook.  On this episode of TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, hosts Kirsten Korosec, Anthony Ha, and Rebecca Bellan unpack how creators are diversifying beyond ads, […]

Alaska legislator’s chief of staff arrested on child sex crime charges  KTOO

What to expect with MLB’s ABS system, and how Dodgers will navigate it  Los Angeles Times

What to expect with MLB's ABS system, and how Dodgers will navigate it - Los Angeles Times  Los Angeles Times

Thieves smash through wall to steal $20,000 in Pokémon cards from Anaheim shop  Los Angeles Times

US envoy suggests it would be ‘fine’ if Israel expands across Middle East  Al Jazeera

Chief of Staff for state senator arrested on federal child sex trafficking charges  Alaska's News Source

Oklahoma National Guard members return home from Washington D.C. mission  KOCO

Alaska legislator's chief of staff arrested on child sex crime charges  Alaska Public Media

Corinne Stoddard takes bronze medal in historic short track result for Team USA  NBC Los Angeles

Authorities in Nevada are investigating a "counter terrorism incident" involving a man who allegedly tried to ram a vehicle into a power substation outside Boulder City.

D.C. area could see pasty snow Sunday into Monday. How much could fall?  The Washington Post

As the climate warms, scientists are trying to better understand avalanche risks. The say risks for major avalanches at high elevation could be growing while the risk is decreasing at low elevations.

Led by Equity, Shaped by Community: Seattle Department of Neighborhoods 2025 Annual Report  Seattle.gov

Self-driving-vehicle companies are revealing new details about their safety-critical “remote assistance” programs—but questions remain.

The Virgil Abloh Archive x Air Jordan 1 High OG "Alaska" is Releasing in 2025  Nice Kicks

Days before ex-prince Andrew's arrest, an anti-monarchy group filed a police report alleging criminal activity by the king's brother.

Daily Digest: Related California backs out of S.F. housing plans, Zuckerberg grilled in court  The Business Journals

Washington State high school wrestling championships underway with Columbia Basin athletes vying for titles  AppleValleyNewsNow.com

Airbnb hosts workshop in Seattle to help prep for 23,000 World Cup visitors  KOMO

LA Marathon runners will trade asphalt for the red carpet at an Oscars pop-up  NBC Los Angeles

Neighbors rally to save redwood slated for removal in Seattle's Madison Park  KOMO

Huntington Park police search for possible suspects in burned building  CBS News

Eric Dane's final thoughts in Netflix's 'Famous Last Words': 'I was absolutely more than enough'  Los Angeles Times

Freeskier Alex Ferreira clinches a tenth gold medal for the U.S. in these Games, tying the U.S.'s all-time record for gold medals in a Winter Olympics.

Alex Ferriera wins 10th gold medal for Team USA, matching America's highest total in Winter Olympics  NPR

Deals are finally happening and that should worry Washington | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Department of War Announces Groundbreaking of New Munitions Campus in Indiana  U.S. Department of War (.gov)

Zuri Sullivan, a new assistant professor of biology and Whitehead Institute member, studies why we get sick, and whether aspects of illness, such as disrupted appetite, contribute to host defense.

The former HQ host Scott Rogowsky is back with TextSavvy, a live mobile game show that he's building on his own terms.

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Researchers find mice modeling the autism spectrum disorder fragile X syndrome exhibit the same pattern of differences in low-frequency waves as humans — a new marker for treatment studies.

A hunger-motivated prison riot at the Canaleta maximum security prison in Ciego de Ávila, Cuba, left at least seven inmates dead and several injured, the human rights organization Prisoners Defenders denounced on Thursday. The post Reports: At Least 7 Killed in Ongoing Cuban Prison Riot After Young Man Demanding Food Found Dead appeared first on Breitbart.

City Cruises to end operations in Baltimore, move 1 ship to Washington D.C. port  CBS News

Atmospheric river headed to California will bring surge of subtropical moisture  San Francisco Chronicle

Disneyland Resort relies on local visitors as international tourism dips  Los Angeles Times

App State honored as a Top Producer of Fulbright scholars, students for 2025–26  Appalachian State University

Confidential memo reveals how LAFD tried shielding Mayor Bass from fire fallout  Los Angeles Times

Rally marking fourth anniversary of Russia’s war in Ukraine to be held in downtown Seattle Sunday  MyNorthwest.com

Where snow could be measured in inches — or feet — in the East this weekend  The Washington Post

Wet weekend ahead for Western Washington, with wind and possible mountain snow  KOMO

Federal authorities say eight defendants are in custody after investigators seized 25 firearms, kilograms of drugs, and tens of thousands in cash across Eastern Massachusetts. The post 7 members of ‘Harvard Street Gang’ face drug and firearms charges, authorities say appeared first on Boston.com.

There is a shocking twist in the murder of a woman in Ohio. Ashley Flynn, the 37-year-old wife of former American Idol hopeful Caleb Flynn, was killed in her Tipp City home on Monday morning during what, at first, appeared to be a home invasion. According to WLWT, officers responded to a report from her [...] Read More... The post Disturbing Details: <i>American Idol</i> Alum Accused Of Murdering His Wife While Their Kids Were Inside The Same Home! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

Driver injured after San Francisco police collide with car while in pursuit of another vehicle at Pine and Divisadero Streets  ABC7 San Francisco

There’s a lot of hype, but not a lot of certainty among forecasters yet. Here are three scenarios to watch.

Another winter storm builds into Western Alaska, with gusty winds for the gulf coast  Alaska's News Source

Two back-to-back winter storms are forecast to hit the Northeast this week, bringing strong winds and several inches of snow.

‘Kokuho’ sets up an epic backstage clash amid the highly lacquered world of kabuki theater  Los Angeles Times

Kamasi Washington Headlining Inaugural Santa Monica International Jazz Festival  Pollstar News

Here's what we know about the buildup of U.S. military assets in the Middle East  PBS

CWG Live: Drying out this afternoon; snow potential Sunday into Monday  The Washington Post

Trump banner on Justice Dept. building draws authoritarian comparisons  The Washington Post

Blow dart attacks on deer, ducks and squirrels prompt southwest Washington police investigation  OregonLive.com

Renee Zellweger and Ant Anstead are embroiled in a messy legal battle! According to Us Weekly on Thursday, the couple will go to trial on June 22. This news comes after a woman sued them, along with their landlord, in February 2025 following an alleged injury at their Laguna Beach rental property. Here is what [...] Read More... The post Renee Zellweger & Ant Anstead GOING TO TRIAL Over Rental Property Fall -- Are They In The Wrong?? appeared first on Perez Hilton.

The Olympics has a Russia problem heading toward 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles  Yahoo Sports

Seattle Symphony’s Benaroya Hall to Close for Renovations This Summer with No Disruption of Symphony Performances  symphony.org

A new report from Business Insider reveals that high-level engineers at xAI were pulled off other projects to make sure Grok could answer detailed questions about the video game Baldur's Gate.

Origami, the traditional Japanese art of paper folding, has received considerable attention in engineering. By applying paper-folding principles, researchers have created compact structures that are flexible, lightweight, and reconfigurable across aerospace, medicine, and robotics.

U.S. economic growth slowed sharply at end of 2025, dragging down the year  The Washington Post

An avalanche cascaded down an Alpine mountainside near Zermatt, Switzerland, on Tuesday, before slamming into a train. No injuries were reported.