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Trump Live Updates: House Rejects Aviation Safety Bill After Pentagon Pulls Its Support - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Trump Live Updates: House Rejects Aviation Safety Bill After Pentagon Pulls Its Support The New York TimesLive updates: Trump to give State of the Union speech tonight amid tariff threats and tensions with Iran NBC NewsState of the Union live updates: Trump to talk economy amid rising disapproval ratings CNBCTrump to Address a Complacent Congress Badly Split Over His Agenda The New York TimesState of the Union preview, pollution fight, moon mission: Catch up on the day’s stories CNN
Savannah Guthrie offers $1 million reward for missing mother Nancy Guthrie - CNBC
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Savannah Guthrie offers $1 million reward for missing mother Nancy Guthrie CNBCNancy Guthrie latest updates: Savannah shares new video offering $1 million reward in search for mom YahooNancy Guthrie Updates: Savannah Guthrie Offers $1 Million Reward for Mother’s Return The New York TimesNancy Guthrie's family offers $1m reward to bring home missing mother BBCBackpack Found Near Nancy Guthrie's Arizona Home Ruled Out as Evidence Realtor.com
Northeast US digs out from brutal snowstorm that disrupted flights and canceled school - Associated Press News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Northeast US digs out from brutal snowstorm that disrupted flights and canceled school Associated Press NewsSurprise! More snow is coming. How much will we get this time? See the map NBC New YorkHistoric blizzard buries New England under 3 feet of snow as winds top 80 mph YahooMore than 5,000 flights cancelled as US east coast digs out of record snow BBCIn pictures: Winter storm slams the east coast NPR
Democrats tap Spanberger and Padilla to respond to State of the Union - NPR
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Democrats tap Spanberger and Padilla to respond to State of the Union NPRWhat to expect from Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s State of the Union response CNNAbigail Spanberger to deliver Democratic response to 2026 State of the Union tonight CBS NewsAbigail Spanberger to address House Democrats at policy retreat - Live Updates PoliticoWho is Abigail Spanberger, and why did Democrats choose her for to their State of the Union response? Fox News
Justice Department Sues University of California Over Antisemitism - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Justice Department Sues University of California Over Antisemitism The New York TimesTrump sues UC over alleged ‘hostile’ environment for Jewish and Israeli UCLA employees Los Angeles TimesTrump Officials Accuse UCLA in Lawsuit of Ignoring Antisemitism BloombergDOJ files civil rights lawsuit against UC system over ‘open harassment' of Jewish students, staff NBC Los AngelesDOJ sues UCLA, alleging antisemitism The Hill
Father of Georgia school shooting suspect described son's aggressive behavior in interview after attack - NBC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Father of Georgia school shooting suspect described son's aggressive behavior in interview after attack NBC NewsColin Gray trial: Father of Georgia school shooter said ‘Santa Claus’ bought his son a rifle CNNApalachee school shooting trial: Colt Gray’s sister takes the stand YahooMother testifies she urged Colin Gray to lock up guns before Apalachee High shooting in Georgia WABEMother of accused Apalachee High shooter testifies in trial against his father 11Alive.com
Travel ban lifted but motorists still urged to stay off roads as dig out continues - WCVB
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Travel ban lifted but motorists still urged to stay off roads as dig out continues WCVBAnother snow day? These Mass. school systems will remain closed Wednesday. The Boston GlobeOn your radar: Tracking 2 more chances for snow in Mass. this week after blizzard YahooTravel ban issued for parts of Massachusetts. Here's where, what it means The Patriot LedgerFinal blizzard snowfall totals released, with multiple towns crossing 3 feet MassLive.com
Tony Gonzales says he will not resign - Live Updates - Politico
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Tony Gonzales says he will not resign - Live Updates PoliticoRepublican Rep. Tony Gonzales says he will not resign amid affair allegations CNNTexas Rep. Tony Gonzales Pressured to Resign Over Sexual Messages to Staff Member The New York TimesRepublican congressman faces bipartisan resignation calls following latest allegations MS NOWTexts show Rep. Tony Gonzales asked for explicit photos from aide who later died by suicide The Texas Tribune
2 Missouri deputies killed, 2 wounded as driver opens fire during traffic stop; suspect dies after manhunt - CBS News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
2 Missouri deputies killed, 2 wounded as driver opens fire during traffic stop; suspect dies after manhunt CBS NewsTwo Missouri Deputies Slain After Stop of Man Newly Released From Jail The New York Times2 Missouri Deputies Killed, 2 Wounded in Deadly Traffic Stop; Suspect Also Dead People.comBREAKING News: 2 Christian County deputies killed, 2 other officers wounded; man wanted in shooting also dead KY3Two Missouri deputies killed hours apart in shootings as suspect is shot dead The Guardian
Hegseth threatens to cancel Anthropic's $200 million contract over "woke AI" concerns - NPR
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Hegseth threatens to cancel Anthropic's $200 million contract over "woke AI" concerns NPRPentagon threatens to make Anthropic a pariah if it refuses to drop AI guardrails CNNUS military leaders meet with Anthropic to argue against Claude safeguards The GuardianHegseth threatens to force AI firm to share tech, escalating Anthropic standoff The Washington PostUS threatens Anthropic with deadline in dispute on AI safeguards BBC
Opinion | The military caused the DCA crash. Now it’s trying to kill key fixes. - The Washington Post
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Opinion | The military caused the DCA crash. Now it’s trying to kill key fixes. The Washington PostAs Air Safety Bill Fails, Backers Say Recent Near Miss Shows Its Need The New York TimesVirginia representatives react after House fails to pass airspace safety act WJLAHouse GOP leaders privately allowing lawmakers to let aviation safety bill fail to address issues PoliticoHouse rejects quick passage of bill that some say would have prevented deadly DC midair collision CNN
New York City police investigating after officers were hit with snowballs during a snowball fight - Associated Press News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
New York City police investigating after officers were hit with snowballs during a snowball fight Associated Press NewsSnowball Fight in New York Turns Chaotic After Police Arrive The New York TimesMamdani Speaks Out After Viral Video Shows NYPD Cops Pelted With Snowballs: ‘If Anyone’s Catching a Snowball, It’s Me’ YahooNYC Mayor Mamdani responds after multiple NYPD officers hit with snowballs, injured in Washington Square Park in Manhattan ABC7 New YorkSnowball attack: 2 NYPD officers recovering at home Newsday
Epstein files: DOJ may have withheld FBI interviews with Trump accuser, Rep. Garcia says - CNBC
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Epstein files: DOJ may have withheld FBI interviews with Trump accuser, Rep. Garcia says CNBCJustice Department withheld and removed some Epstein files related to Trump NPRThe Epstein Files Are Revealing Darker and Darker Truths EsquireDemocrats to probe DOJ’s alleged withholding of Epstein files on Trump PoliticoMissing Epstein files include interviews with alleged Trump accuser MS NOW
Plans for proposed ICE facility in Merrimack, N.H., won’t move forward, governor says - The Boston Globe
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Plans for proposed ICE facility in Merrimack, N.H., won’t move forward, governor says The Boston GlobeTrump administration scraps planned ICE facility in New Hampshire, Ayotte says PoliticoPlan for ICE detention center in Merrimack has been scrapped, governor says WMURMerrimack officials relieved ICE warehouse plans nixed UnionLeader.comNew bill would restrict Trump administration’s push for ICE warehouses The Washington Post
Trump's tumbling economic numbers and a frustrated Zelenskyy: Morning Rundown - NBC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Trump's tumbling economic numbers and a frustrated Zelenskyy: Morning Rundown NBC NewsSchumer predicts ‘long, painful and tedious’ Trump speech as dozens of Democrats plan to boycott – live The GuardianAmericans sour on Trump ahead of State of the Union, polls find PoliticoState of the Union 2026: Where Americans stand on key issues facing the nation Pew Research CenterTamara Keith and Jasmine Wright on Trump losing support from independents PBS
House Democrats warned against "unforced errors" at Trump's State of the Union - Axios
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
House Democrats warned against "unforced errors" at Trump's State of the Union AxiosOpinion | Democrats shouldn't sit on their hands during the State of the Union MS NOWSenate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer Holds Press Conference C-SPANDemocrats’ Latest Anti-Trump Tactic: Skipping the State of the Union WSJ30 lawmakers skipping Trump address for 'People's State of the Union' USA Today
Residents demand Quakertown police chief resign after students ‘choked’ and ‘tackled’ during ICE protest - WHYY
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Residents demand Quakertown police chief resign after students ‘choked’ and ‘tackled’ during ICE protest WHYYQuakertown police chief faces calls for suspension after student protest incident FOX 29 PhiladelphiaBucks County Detectives probing police response to student protest in Quakertown Bucks County Herald newspaperPolice chief in Quakertown, who had altercation with protesting students, is a Plymouth Whitemarsh grad and former Whitemarsh cop MoreThanTheCurveWhat we know about Quakertown ICE protests that led to clash between police and students [updated] The Morning Call
A mountain town mourns Tahoe's deadliest avalanche - SFGATE
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
A mountain town mourns Tahoe's deadliest avalanche SFGATEBodies of 9 backcountry skiers killed in Tahoe-area avalanche are recovered, all victims identified KCRASierra Avalanche Center releases timeline of fatal avalanche near Castle Peak KOLO | 8 News NowCastle Peak Avalanche closure lifted Sierra SunSierra Avalanche Center releases new details about deadly Castle Peak avalanche | California News | 2news.com KTVN
Why Trump has a "designated survivor" for his State of the Union address - Axios
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Why Trump has a "designated survivor" for his State of the Union address AxiosDem rep identifies himself as one of this year's State of the Union designated survivors Fox NewsDemocrat Mike Thompson selected as party’s ‘designated survivor’ for State of the Union, extending streak The HillFrom Cabinet secretary to doomsday president: What being the designated survivor is like Associated Press NewsWhy is there a designated survivor for the State of the Union? NBC4 Washington
After the storm, Tuesday brings bitter cold temps to Connecticut, with more snow coming this week - CT Insider
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
After the storm, Tuesday brings bitter cold temps to Connecticut, with more snow coming this week CT InsiderTown-by-town snow totals after Blizzard of 2026 NBC ConnecticutConnecticut faces more snow Wednesday morning, possibly slowing AM commute. Here's the latest. CT InsiderTechnical Discussion: More snow tomorrow prompts another First Alert Weather Day WFSBCrews working to restore power to thousands across the state, though impacts were small fox61.com
Utah judge rejects defense’s motion to disqualify prosecutors in the Charlie Kirk killing case - Associated Press News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Utah judge rejects defense’s motion to disqualify prosecutors in the Charlie Kirk killing case Associated Press NewsJudge declines to dismiss prosecutors from the case against alleged Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson CNNJudge declines to drop Utah prosecutors from Tyler Robinson case NewsNationUtah judge rejects bid to disqualify prosecutors in Charlie Kirk case ReutersUtah judge declines to boot prosecutors from case against alleged Charlie Kirk killer The Hill
Generations of ‘Mystic Girls,’ Divided by a Deadly Texas Flood - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Generations of ‘Mystic Girls,’ Divided by a Deadly Texas Flood The New York TimesCamp Mystic flooding victims sue Texas for allegedly failing to enforce evacuation plan requirement NBC NewsCamp Mystic parents sue state health department for issuing license before flood San Antonio Express-NewsDan Patrick seeks to block Camp Mystic’s summer reopening pending inquiry into July 4 flood deaths The Texas TribuneCamp Mystic families sue Texas officials after deadly 2025 flood USA Today
The snowstorm of ’26 was a record-breaker. Here are the totals around Boston. - WGBH
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
The snowstorm of ’26 was a record-breaker. Here are the totals around Boston. WGBHState of emergency, travel ban to remain in effect in Rhode Island WJARProvidence, R.I., Is Used to Snow. But Not 36 Inches in a Day. The New York TimesHistoric East Coast Blizzard An All-Time Record Snowstorm In Providence, Rhode Island (RECAP) The Weather ChannelHere are the top 10 epic snow totals across Rhode Island and Massachusetts The Boston Globe