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Wildfires Rage on in California

Wildfires Rage on in California

(WBAP/KLIF) — AP — Firefighters are hoping for a break Friday from the fierce winds that have fueled massive blazes in the Los Angeles area, killing 10 people, obliterating whole neighborhoods and setting the nation’s second-largest city on edge. On Thursday afternoon, the Kenneth Fire started in the San Fernando Valley. It moved into neighboring…MORE

President-Elect Trump Sentenced in Hush Money Case

President-Elect Trump Sentenced in Hush Money Case

(WBAP/KLIF) — AP — President-elect Donald Trump was formally sentenced Friday in his hush money case, but the judge declined to impose any punishment. The outcome cements Trump’s conviction while freeing him to return to the White House unencumbered by the threat of a jail term or a fine. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson…MORE

Macy’s is Closing Stores, 5 in North Texas

Macy’s is Closing Stores, 5 in North Texas

66 stores are closing across the U.S. Image Courtesy of AP Macy’s has announced the closure of five department stores in North Texas as part of a broader initiative called “Bold New Chapter,” which aims to shut down approximately 150 underperforming locations nationwide. This strategy is designed to refocus resources on more profitable stores while…MORE

Meta Moves Trust and Safety Teams to Texas

Meta Moves Trust and Safety Teams to Texas

Meta changes the location of their trust and safety team Social media giant Meta announced on Tuesday that it will relocate its content reviewers and policy writers from California to Texas. This decision coincides with the company’s plan to terminate its independent fact-checking program, opting instead for a community notes-style system similar to that of…MORE

America’s Newest Governor Eager to Collaborate with Trump Administration

America’s Newest Governor Eager to Collaborate with Trump Administration

Kelly Ayotte is eager to work with future POTUS, Donald Trump Image Courtesy of Fox News Kelly Ayotte will be inaugurated as New Hampshire’s newest governor on Thursday at the State House. The former U.S. senator and state attorney general steps into this pivotal role in the crucial New England swing state just over a…MORE

One Year Later, The Aftermath of Downtown Fort Worth Hotel Explosion

One Year Later, The Aftermath of Downtown Fort Worth Hotel Explosion

The Fort Worth Fire Department says gas was connected to the explosion at the Sandman Hotel, but is still unsure if it was the main cause. Image Courtesy of WFAA A year after the explosion at the Sandman Signature Hotel in downtown Fort Worth, Texas, the developer has indicated that guests might be able to…MORE

TikTok’s Case Arrives at The Supreme Court

TikTok’s Case Arrives at The Supreme Court

Millions of TikTokers await a decision Image Courtesy of AP In a landmark case that intertwines free speech with national security, the Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on Friday regarding the future of TikTok, a social media platform utilized by nearly half of the U.S. population for entertainment and information. TikTok has announced…MORE

Fire Hydrants Ran Dry in Southern California Just When They Were Needed Most

Fire Hydrants Ran Dry in Southern California Just When They Were Needed Most

Photo Courtesy of AP The water infrastructure in Los Angeles faced severe strain during the Palisades fire, which has become the most destructive blaze in the city’s history. As firefighters battled the flames, some hydrants ran dry due to unprecedented demand, complicating efforts to contain the fire that consumed over 1,000 structures. The Los Angeles…MORE