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Venezuela defeats U.S. 3-2 to claim first World Baseball Classic championship - NBC News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Venezuela defeats U.S. 3-2 to claim first World Baseball Classic championship NBC NewsVenezuela defeats Team USA to win World Baseball Classic ESPNSee the reaction as Venezuela wins its first World Baseball Classic Miami HeraldVenezuela hero Eugenio Suarez taps faith after shocking Team USA: 'All the glory is for the Lord Jesus' Fox NewsEugenio Suárez comes through for Venezuela with an RBI double! FOX Sports
La Shawn Ford wins Dem primary to succeed Illinois Rep. Danny Davis - Politico
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
La Shawn Ford wins Dem primary to succeed Illinois Rep. Danny Davis Politico2026 primary day election results: 7th Congressional District of Illinois Chicago TribuneFord wins crowded Democratic primary to replace retiring Rep. Danny Davis after decades in office Chicago Sun-TimesIllinois election results: LaShawn Ford projected to win Democratic primary election for Illinois' 7th Congressional District ABC7 ChicagoLive Illinois election results: 7th Congressional District NBC 5 Chicago
What to know about the resignation of Joe Kent as Trump’s counterterrorism chief - AP News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
What to know about the resignation of Joe Kent as Trump’s counterterrorism chief AP NewsJoe Kent, a Top Counterterrorism Official for the Trump Administration, Resigns, Citing Iran War The New York TimesThe Logic of Joe Kent’s Resignation Letter The AtlanticThe significance of Trump appointee Joe Kent resigning over the Iran war CNNJoe Kent's wife died in an ISIS bombing. Here's why he quit Team Trump USA Today
No Trump Endorsement for Cornyn or Paxton in Texas Senate Race as Deadline Passes - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
No Trump Endorsement for Cornyn or Paxton in Texas Senate Race as Deadline Passes The New York TimesTrump said he wanted one of the Texas Senate candidates to drop out. Now he’s missed the deadline CNNTexas Republicans' Senate runoff moves forward as withdrawal deadline passes NBC NewsMAGA ramps up pressure on Trump to dump Cornyn AxiosTillis blasts GOP’s ‘lazy and unstrategic’ handling of Texas GOP primary, SAVE Act The Hill
'Shocking' abuse allegations shake celebrations of iconic activist Cesar Chavez - SFGATE
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
'Shocking' abuse allegations shake celebrations of iconic activist Cesar Chavez SFGATEUnited Farm Workers union cancels Cesar Chavez celebrations over what it calls serious allegations CNNAnother César Chávez march in Texas canceled, Dolores Huerta dropped out San Antonio Express-NewsUnited Farm Workers union cancels Cesar Chavez events over abuse allegations The GuardianSexual abuse allegations made against late US labor icon Cesar Chavez Reuters
As Trump floats "taking Cuba," island's president warns any aggression will be met with "impregnable resistance" - CBS News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
As Trump floats "taking Cuba," island's president warns any aggression will be met with "impregnable resistance" CBS NewsTrump muses over ‘taking Cuba’ as island’s power grid collapses after weeks of US oil blockade CNNTrump Administration Seeks to Remove Cuba’s President From Power During Negotiations The New York TimesCubans clamor for dialogue with Trump, not confrontation ReutersWhy Trump's Cuba takeover plans could see a Castro return as ruler Axios
AIPAC, AI money propels Melissa Bean to comeback victory in Illinois - Politico
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
AIPAC, AI money propels Melissa Bean to comeback victory in Illinois PoliticoIllinois Eighth Congressional District Primary 2026: Live Election Results The New York TimesIn race to succeed US Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Melissa Bean wins 8th District Democratic primary Chicago TribuneFormer congresswoman wins primary to take back former suburban Chicago seat Fox NewsIllinois primary election 2026: Melissa Bean projected to win Democratic nomination for 8th Congressional District seat ABC7 Chicago
US west coast prepares for 'dangerous' heatwave in early spring - BBC
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
US west coast prepares for 'dangerous' heatwave in early spring BBCUnprecedented March heat: Tracking records, climate connections in NorCal, the West KCRABay Area heat wave shatters records as San Francisco breaks century-old mark San Francisco ChronicleWhat to Know About the Extreme Heat Forecast in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Phoenix The New York TimesCalifornia on track for the hottest March day ever in the US SFGATE
1 dead and another wounded in shooting at US Air Force base in New Mexico - AP News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
1 dead and another wounded in shooting at US Air Force base in New Mexico AP NewsOfficials: Lockdown lifted following shooting at Holloman AFB, leaving one dead KFOX1 killed, another injured in shooting at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico CBS NewsShooter kills 1, injures 1 at Holloman Air Force Base KOATHolloman AFB Shoppette Shooting Update: Woman Killed by Authorities After Allegedly Shooting Husband in Domestic Incident; Husband Transported to El Paso Hospital 2nd Life Media Alamogordo Town News
Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Drops 5,000-Pound Bombs on Iranian Missile Sites Near Strait of Hormuz - WSJ
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Drops 5,000-Pound Bombs on Iranian Missile Sites Near Strait of Hormuz WSJUS Hits Iran Missiles Near Hormuz With 2,200 kg 'Bunker Buster' Bombs NDTVUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US pounds Iranian missile sites near key Strait of Hormuz; Iran rains down cluster bombs on Tel Aviv The Times of IndiaCENTCOM: US strikes Iranian missile site in Strait of Hormuz The Jerusalem PostIran latest: Two killed in Tel Aviv missile strike as US hits Strait of Hormuz The Times
TSA Official Warns Small U.S. Airports Could Close if Shutdown Continues - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
TSA Official Warns Small U.S. Airports Could Close if Shutdown Continues The New York TimesU.S. says it may be forced to shut down some airports over funding standoff CNBCAirport Security Lines Grow as TSA Goes Unpaid in Partial Shutdown The New York TimesLong lines, delays seen at FLL due to weather and limitations at security checkpoints NBC 6 South FloridaOne month later, White House and Democrats no closer to ending the DHS shutdown Politico
Trump attacks Newsom again for having dyslexia, says it disqualifies him from being president - Los Angeles Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Trump attacks Newsom again for having dyslexia, says it disqualifies him from being president Los Angeles TimesTrump Says Newsom Shouldn’t Be President Because He Is Dyslexic The New York TimesTrump repeatedly suggests Newsom can’t be president because he has dyslexia CNNTrump says presidents 'should not have learning disabilities' as he mocks Newsom's dyslexia BBCGavin Newsom wins Trump’s insults — and his attention The Hill
New Camera Images Emerge in Nancy Guthrie Case as Search Enters Week 7 - Realtor.com
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
New Camera Images Emerge in Nancy Guthrie Case as Search Enters Week 7 Realtor.comWith few new leads 45 days after Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, investigation "becomes much harder," expert says CBS NewsNancy Guthrie update: Retired K9 officer says decision not to use cadaver dogs ‘defies logic’ Fox NewsNancy Guthrie Kidnapping Investigators Are Focused on 2 Key Dates: Report people.comNew dates emerge in search for Nancy Guthrie NewsNation
Darren Bailey wins rematch bid against JB Pritzker in Illinois governor race - Chicago Tribune
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Darren Bailey wins rematch bid against JB Pritzker in Illinois governor race Chicago TribuneIllinois Governor Primary Election 2026 Live Results NBC NewsDarren Bailey wins Illinois Republican primary, setting up rematch against Gov. JB Pritzker Chicago Sun-TimesDarren Bailey Wins Second Chance to Challenge Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker The New York TimesRecap: Illinois General Election battle set after momentous primary night NBC 5 Chicago
DHS pick Mullin boasts of ‘special assignments’ abroad but offers few details - The Washington Post
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
DHS pick Mullin boasts of ‘special assignments’ abroad but offers few details The Washington PostHow Trump’s Homeland Security Pick, a Prolific Investor, Got a Lot Wealthier in Congress The New York TimesDemocrats like Markwayne Mullin but that doesn’t mean they’ll vote for him for DHS secretary CNNWATCH LIVE: Sen. Markwayne Mullin testifies in confirmation hearing for DHS secretary PBSRepublicans hope Mullin will turn the page at DHS from Noem. Democrats aren’t buying it. Politico
Judge orders 1,000 Voice of America staffers back to work in rebuke to Kari Lake - NPR
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Judge orders 1,000 Voice of America staffers back to work in rebuke to Kari Lake NPRJudge Orders Voice of America to Restart All News Operations The New York TimesUS: Judge orders VOA employees to be reinstated dw.comJudge orders Trump administration to restore Voice of America and bring back hundreds of staff CBS NewsJudge reinstates 1,000 Voice of America employees, deems wind-down illegal The Washington Post
The Supreme Court Just Heeded One of Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Sharpest Dissents - Slate
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
The Supreme Court Just Heeded One of Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Sharpest Dissents SlateJustices will hear argument on Trump administration’s removal of protected status for Syrian and Haitian nationals SCOTUSblogSupreme Court to Review Efforts to End Legal Protections for Some Migrants WSJSupreme Court to hear expedited arguments on protected status for migrants NPRSupreme Court to hear case over push to end legal protections for Haitian, Syrian migrants PBS
Military report says 'one in a million' live fire malfunction rained shrapnel on California highway - AP News
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Military report says 'one in a million' live fire malfunction rained shrapnel on California highway AP NewsMonths ago, a live Marine shell exploded over I-5. Now we know why. SFGATEMarines cite 'one in a million' malfunction in Camp Pendleton round explosion over 5 Freeway, report says ABC7 Los Angeles‘Rare' malfunction caused shrapnel incident at Camp Pendleton in October, investigation finds NBC 7 San Diego'One in a million' malfunction rained shrapnel onto 5 Freeway near Camp Pendleton, report says Los Angeles Times
Judge questions Trump aides’ ‘brazen’ claims on White House ballroom - The Washington Post
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Judge questions Trump aides’ ‘brazen’ claims on White House ballroom The Washington PostJudge mocks White House East Wing ‘alteration’ as a ‘brazen interpretation of the laws of vocabulary’ CNNOpinion | Trump Will Destroy Washington if It’s the Last Thing He Does The New York TimesJudge skeptical over Trump ballroom project amid new bid to halt it The HillJudge Skeptical of Trump Power to Build White House Ballroom Bloomberg Law News
Daniel Biss wins Democratic primary for closely-watched Illinois House seat - NPR
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Daniel Biss wins Democratic primary for closely-watched Illinois House seat NPR2026 primary day election results: 9th Congressional District of Illinois Chicago TribuneEvanston Mayor Daniel Biss wins Illinois’ 9th District Democratic House primary Chicago Sun-TimesDaniel Biss wins fierce House primary as Democrats fight over Israel and four Illinois open seats NBC NewsIllinois election results: Daniel Biss projected to win Democratic primary election for Illinois' 9th Congressional District seat ABC7 Chicago
Doctors Say Court Ruling Can’t Undo RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Damage - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Doctors Say Court Ruling Can’t Undo RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Damage The New York TimesJudge Strikes Down RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Policies in Blow to Trump’s Health Agenda The New York TimesPediatricians win Round 1 in vaccine fight, but damage has been done ReutersBiden-appointed judge twice shut down by SCOTUS faces 'activist' fire after latest Trump policy block Fox NewsAxios-Ipsos poll: Americans distrust Trump vaccine policies Axios
Pro-Israel group AIPAC notches its first real 2026 Democratic primary wins in Illinois - Axios
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Pro-Israel group AIPAC notches its first real 2026 Democratic primary wins in Illinois AxiosCryptocurrency, AI join in $31 million super PAC blitz in 4 congressional primaries WBEZ ChicagoIsrael, Generational Divide Animate Democratic House Primaries in Illinois The New York TimesIllinois Results: Daniel Biss Beats Kat Abughazaleh in Blow to Left and AIPAC Alike The InterceptAIPAC makes a $22M gamble in Illinois Politico
Ireland’s leader defends Starmer from Trump insults in White House meeting - politico.eu
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Ireland’s leader defends Starmer from Trump insults in White House meeting politico.euTrump thanked by Irish PM for affirming US and Ireland's 'tremendous bond' BBCIreland’s Micheal Martin and Trump in awkward St Patrick’s Day exchange Al JazeeraWATCH: Trump addresses Iran strikes, Kent resignation during St. Patrick's Day visit with Irish Taoiseach Martin PBSIrish Prime Minister Sits in Awkward Silence as Trump Refers to Female President of Ireland as a Man Yahoo
Kharg Island Is an Appealing Target for Trump, With High Risks - The New York Times
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Kharg Island Is an Appealing Target for Trump, With High Risks The New York TimesNext move on Iran: Seize Kharg Island, secure uranium or risk ground war escalation Fox News'I'll knock the hell out of it.' Trump warns U.S. could attack Kharg Island again in call with PBS News PBSWhy Trump's Kharg Island attacks could make the oil crisis worse AxiosKharg Island, struck by US, is key hub for Iran oil exports Reuters
Jesse Jackson Jr.’s comeback bid fails in Illinois primary - Politico
Wed, Dec 31st 1969 at 7:00 pm
Jesse Jackson Jr.’s comeback bid fails in Illinois primary PoliticoIllinois primary election news | CNN Politics CNNJesse Jackson Jr. Seeks Comeback After Corruption Scandal The New York TimesDemocrat Donna Miller wins 2nd Congressional District, halting Jesse Jackson Jr.'s comeback attempt Chicago Sun-TimesDonna Miller projected to win Democratic nomination for Illinois 2nd Congressional District, Rep. Robin Kelly's seat ABC7 Chicago