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Americans Split on ICE's Role in City Safety

January 14, 2026

A recent poll reveals a divided opinion among Americans regarding the impact of ICE (U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) on city safety. The poll highlights concerns about the agency's operations, particularly following the fatal shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis by an ICE officer. The s

health

Vaccine Exemptions: A Growing Concern in the US

January 14, 2026

The decision to skip childhood vaccines is becoming more popular in many parts of the United States. This trend is making it easier for preventable diseases like measles to spread. New research shows that more than half of US counties have seen an increase in vaccine exemptions since the start of th

politics

Minneapolis ICE Raids: What's Happening and Why It Matters

January 14, 2026

Minneapolis is in the spotlight due to recent ICE activities. A hearing took place via Zoom to discuss a lawsuit aiming to limit ICE operations in the state. The judge didn't grant an immediate halt to these operations but asked for more evidence. Those suing wanted a quick stop to ICE raids, sayin

politics

Lawmakers Take Aim at Homeland Security Chief

January 14, 2026

A group of Democratic lawmakers is set to file impeachment charges against Kristi Noem, the current head of the Department of Homeland Security. This move comes after a controversial shooting incident in Minneapolis, where an ICE agent shot and killed a 37-year-old woman. The lawmakers claim that No

politics

The Legal Battle Over Tina Peters' Conviction

January 14, 2026

Tina Peters, a former elections clerk from Mesa County, is currently serving a nine-year sentence for her role in a data breach involving the county's election equipment. Her legal team is now attempting to overturn this conviction, arguing that President Donald Trump's pardon should apply to her st

crime

A Family's Plea for Justice After Tragic Loss

January 14, 2026

In a heartbreaking turn of events, the family of Monique and Spencer Tepe is grappling with the aftermath of a violent crime that took the lives of the young couple. The suspect, Dr. Michael McKee, is accused of shooting the Tepes in their Columbus home on December 30. McKee, who was once married to

politics

US-Iran Tensions: What's Next?

January 14, 2026

The US has a history of using military force against Iran, with last year's bombing of Iranian nuclear sites being a notable example. This attack was seen as a success, with no US casualties or loss of aircraft. Now, President Trump is threatening to attack Iran again, this time in support of the hu

technology

Verizon's Network Wobbles: A Bump in the Digital Road

January 14, 2026

On Wednesday, Verizon's mobile and data services hit a snag, leaving a significant number of users in the lurch. Over 170, 000 users flagged outages on Downdetector, a platform that monitors service disruptions. The issue began around noon, causing some users' phones to display an \"SOS\" where thei

technology

AI Mix-Up: How a Fake Football Game Caused Real Trouble

January 14, 2026

In a surprising turn of events, a major UK police force admitted that an AI tool caused a significant error in a football-related intelligence report. The mix-up led to Israeli football fans being barred from a match last year. The issue stemmed from Microsoft's Copilot AI, which fabricated a non-ex

crime

A Closer Look at the ICE Agent's Injuries After Minneapolis Shooting

January 14, 2026

In the aftermath of the Minneapolis shooting involving ICE agent Jonathan Ross and Renee Good, new details have emerged about Ross' injuries. He reportedly experienced internal bleeding in his torso, though the severity remains uncertain. The Department of Homeland Security has acknowledged his inju