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A Fresh Start for Fire Victims

January 22, 2026

The LA City Council’s Budget and Finance Committee made a step in the right direction. They decided to waive permit fees for victims of the Palisades Fire. This is a good move, but it's a bit late. The full council should approve this soon. It's unfair to charge people to rebuild their homes. The c

politics

Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Fed Governor's Firing

January 22, 2026

The U. S. Supreme Court is currently deciding if President Donald Trump can fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The debate centers around what "cause" means for dismissal. Cook and Fed Chair Jerome Powell attended the hearing, showing support for her. Cook's firing stems from allegations of mo

politics

The Great Transfer: ISIS Fighters Move from Syria to Iraq

January 22, 2026

In a surprising turn of events, the U. S. military has relocated 150 Islamic State fighters from Syria to Iraq. This action follows the sudden breakdown of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in northeast Syria. The SDF had been in charge of securing several prisons and detention camps, b

finance

A Billionaire's Big Blunder: Bill Hwang's Pardon Bid

January 22, 2026

Bill Hwang, once a big shot in the investment world, is asking for a pardon. He's the guy behind Archegos Capital Management, which crashed and burned in 2021. This wasn't just any small failure. It cost banks over $10 billion. That's a lot of money! Hwang is currently serving an 18-year prison sen

politics

Peru's Leader Faces Heat Over Secret Meetings with Chinese Businessman

January 22, 2026

Peru is in a bit of a mess lately. The country's president, Jose Jeri, is under fire for not being open about meetings with a Chinese businessman. This has sparked a big debate in Peru. Some people think it's just a way to make trouble for the president. Others think it's a serious issue. Jeri took

politics

Minnesota's Mining Ban Faces Major Shift

January 22, 2026

The U. S. House of Representatives recently voted to undo a mining restriction in northern Minnesota. This move could open the door for a big mining project by Antofagasta, focusing on copper, cobalt, and nickel. The vote was close, with 214 in favor and 208 against. This decision now heads to the

sports

Giants' New Coach: Harbaugh Steps In with Presidential Backing

January 22, 2026

John Harbaugh is now the New York Giants' head coach. This move came after President Donald Trump suggested NFL teams should quickly hire him. Harbaugh had just been let go by the Baltimore Ravens after 18 seasons. He seemed grateful for the president's support, saying football is widely followed at

weather

Winter Storm Alert: Staying Safe and Smart

January 22, 2026

A big winter storm is coming to the US. It might affect a huge area, from Texas to New England. People should get ready for snow, ice, and very cold temperatures. These conditions could cause power outages and other problems. The storm, named Winter Storm Fern, is expected to start on Friday. It wi

weather

North Texas Braces for Winter Storm

January 22, 2026

North Texas is getting ready for a big winter storm coming this Friday night. The weather is expected to bring freezing temperatures and icy roads. To get ready, crews are already working hard to make sure the roads are safe. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the North Texas Tollwa

business

Chile's Mining Sector Raises Concerns Over New Leadership

January 22, 2026

Chile's mining industry is worried about a recent decision to combine the leadership of two important government departments. The president-elect, Jose Antonio Kast, has chosen businessman Daniel Mas to head both the Ministry of Mining and the Ministry of Economy. This move has sparked debate, as Ma