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White House Says Trump Stands By Strict Immigration Enforcement in Minnesota
Cooperation between Minnesota officials and federal authorities is crucial to easing tensions and restoring public safety, the White House press secretary said.
Trump Admin Invites Oil Industry Input on New California Offshore Leases
No new Pacific drilling rights have been auctioned since 1984, following the 1969 Santa Barbara spill that released more than 4 million gallons of oil.
US Launches Revamp of FAA to Improve Safety, Modernize Airspace Operations
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act allocated $12.5 billion to modernize the nation’s air traffic control system.
CMS Proposes Small Rise in Medicare Advantage Payments for 2027
The proposed rate hike will result in more than $700 million in Medicare Advantage payments over the year, according to the agency.
Record Number of Americans Reaching Retirement Age—How Prepared Are Cities?
Florida’s Cape Coral–Fort Myers metro area ranked first on StorageCafe’s list of the 10 best locations for 2026 retirees.
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Texas Governor Bars State Employees From Using Shein, Temu on State-Owned Devices
The governor coordinated with Vice Adm. TJ White, chief of Texas Cyber Command, in updating the prohibited technologies list.
March for Life 2026 Rally Features VP Vance and Speaker Johnson
The pro-life rally is set for Jan. 23 in Washington.
Kaiser Nurses and Health Care Workers Strike in California and Hawaii
Health care workers say they want a fair contract, including safe staffing levels, timely access to quality care, and fair wages for frontline caregivers.
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Southwest Airlines Ends Open Seating, Moves to Reservation-Based System
Starting Jan. 27, the airline will also raise fares for passengers requiring additional seating.
Appeals Court Declines to Reconsider Alina Habba’s Disqualification as US Attorney
The Justice Department could ask the Supreme Court to hear the case.
Trump Says Reciprocal Tariffs on South Korea Will Be Raised to 25 Percent
The president said that the increase to 25 percent from 15 percent is a response to South Korea’s failure to ratify a trade agreement.
Blanche Says Shot Protester’s Actions Likely Don’t Meet ‘Definition of Domestic Terrorism’
‘What we saw was a very violent altercation, and I am not going to prejudge the facts,’ he said.
Gas Prices Remain Low as Driving Activity Slows: AAA
Hawaii and California have the highest average regular gas prices, exceeding $4 per gallon.
Document Outlining US Security Guarantees for Ukraine ‘100 Percent Ready’: Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the document now needs a time and place to be signed.
What We Know About Trump’s Plan to Revitalize Washington’s Dulles Airport
The project may see entire new terminal buildings and concourses constructed at Dulles, in addition to a fifth runway.
Federal Agent Fatally Shot Armed Man in Minneapolis: DHS
The agent fired defensive shots during a struggle to disarm the man, DHS said. The victim has been identified as Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse.
Immediate Citizenship Verification Ordered for All Tenants in HUD-Funded Housing Nationwide
According to an audit, nearly 200,000 tenants require eligibility verification, and nearly 25,000 deceased tenants were reported.
Faith Leaders Call Out Persecution in China: ‘Communism Is Not Compatible With Religious Freedom’
‘Silence is the oxygen for tyranny,’ a Uyghur activist said.
Insurance Company Halves Rates for Tesla FSD Mode Miles
The lower insurance offering is the result of Tesla granting the insurance company access to previously unavailable vehicle data.
US Airlines Issue Travel Waivers as Winter Storm Threatens Widespread Disruption
Airlines are braced for days of delays and cancellations as forecasters warn of heavy snow and ice.
Tens of Thousands Expected for March for Life in DC
While Roe v. Wade was struck down almost four years ago, pro-life advocates say more needs to be done.
