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Americans Will Drop Everything (and Anything) to Celebrate New Year’s Eve
Let Times Square keep its big boring ball. Innovators nationwide have more distinctive ideas about what should fly and fall in saying farewell to 2025.
US Citizens of Somali Origin Face Audits for Potential Immigration Fraud
Gaining citizenship via fraud is grounds for denaturalization, said a federal official amid investigations into scams in Minnesota.
Appeals Court Allows Planned Parenthood Funding Block
Several states had argued that the funding ban was unconstitutional.
X Pledges Support for Texas Woman in Legal Battle Over First Amendment
The woman reposted a picture—one she did not take herself—on X with a caption expressing how she didn’t believe a man should use the women’s restroom.
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Los Angeles Judge Blocks Release of Autopsy Report on Reiner Deaths
The court order seals photos, reports, and other information from the public as detectives continue to investigate the case.
DOJ Sues Virginia Over In-State College Tuition for Illegal Immigrants
The case adds to lawsuits the Trump administration has brought against states that offer aid to illegal immigrants but not out-of-state U.S. citizens.
Weather Takes Center Stage for Rose Parade and NYE Ball Drop Celebrations
The 137th Rose Parade in Pasadena will see rain for the first time in two decades, while NYC braces for frigid temperatures to ring in the New Year.
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US Lifts Sanctions on Former CFO of Russia’s Sberbank
The Treasury Department said the executive has demonstrated she no longer poses a threat as it pertains to Russia.
Minnesota-Type Fraud Likely in Ohio, Say State Lawmakers
A Republican-led initiative calls for a state agency to ramp up scrutiny of child care sites for possible fraud schemes.
Homeland Security Looks to Fast-Track Demolition of Vacant Historic Buildings in DC
The St. Elizabeths West Campus is where DHS is headquartered. The department said the buildings need to be torn down for security reasons.
US to Deny Certain Asylees During Public Health Emergencies
Several nonprofits and faith-based groups opposed the rule, urging the Biden administration to withdraw it in 2022.
From Tax Cuts to Tariff Stability—US Economy Poised for Solid Growth in 2026
‘I’m positive about the economy in 2026, with some reservations,’ says economist Rick Pederson.
2 Killed in US Strike on Drug Boat in Pacific Ocean Attack
This marks the 30th strike on a vessel U.S. officials said was trafficking drugs in the Caribbean Sea and Eastern Pacific Ocean since Sept. 2
First 2026 Social Security Payments Being Sent Soon: 4 Things to Know
Recipients will see a 2.8 percent boost, with some getting the adjusted payments on Dec. 31.
Over-the-Counter Medicines, Other Items Recalled Over Feces Contamination: FDA
Cold and flu medications, dietary supplements, pet food, cosmetics, medical devices, and foods are subject to the recall.
Legal Group Sues Census Bureau to Prevent ‘Unlawful’ Methods in 2030 Count
The lawsuit argues for counting only actual people, accusing the Census Bureau of using ‘unlawful statistical sampling methods’ in its 2020 count.
Illegal Immigrant Driver Tries to Run Over ICE Officers in Bid to Escape: DHS
The van rammed into several ICE vehicles, according to the department. No officers were severely injured.
Patel Says FBI’s Current Headquarters Is Permanently Shutting Down
Director Kash Patel said a transition would begin immediately.
Why Trump Is Taking the Fight to Venezuela’s Doorstep
‘Venezuela is completely surrounded by the largest armada ever assembled in the history of South America,’ Trump said.
Zelenskyy Says He Will Meet Trump on Sunday to Discuss Peace Plan
The Ukrainian leader said he will meet the U.S. president in Florida on Sunday as negotiations with Russia advance but key issues remain unresolved.
