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Former Vice President Kamala Harris currently has Secret Service protection extended by President Biden for at least six months, while Chelsea Clinton no longer has a detail. President Trump's family members all have protection, but Mr. Trump revoked it for the adult children of Mr. Biden. The Secret Service is required to protect certain individuals, including sitting presidents and their families, former presidents and their spouses for life, and visiting heads of states and their...

Jasmine Mooney, a Canadian national and former actress, faced detainment by immigration officers at the U.S.-Mexico border after her visa application was flagged. Despite being offered a marketing job in the U.S., she was detained by ICE for 12 days before finally being allowed to return to Vancouver. Mooney's case highlights the challenges faced by individuals navigating the complex and ever-changing immigration system under the Trump administration. Full Article

The Trump administration plans to merge two HIV/AIDS prevention programs run by CDC and HRSA to cut costs, focusing on administrative and DEI-related spending. The proposal aims to streamline efficiency by combining the programs under HRSA, aligning with the administration's downsizing agenda. This move comes as part of broader government shake-ups, with a focus on reducing redundancies and optimizing resources across federal sectors. Full Article

The Gary Common Council unanimously rejected a zoning change for a gas station on 49th Avenue, with concerns raised about safety and the impact on the neighborhood. Residents expressed worries about potential dangers such as gas leaks, fires, and criminal activity, leading to applause from the public commenters. The council members took into consideration the Plan Commission's disapproval and residents' objections in their decision-making process. Full Article

Bailey, a golden retriever in Northern Ireland, gained viral attention after getting stuck in a cube-shaped coffee table while owner Rory McGrath was busy working. Despite being trapped, Bailey remained calm and waited patiently until McGrath freed him, much to the amusement of social media users. This incident is reminiscent of other funny dog predicaments, such as a puppy getting attached to a car floor and a pup getting trapped in a blanket after a...

An Idaho judge denied Bryan Kohberger's request to bring in defense experts to testify against the prosecution's theories on his movements and Amazon shopping history, ruling that the information can be presented through declarations and video streaming during the hearing. The defense planned to call experts David Howell and Sy Ryan to challenge the prosecution's evidence, including Amazon records and geofencing data. Kohberger is facing four charges of first-degree murder in connection with the stabbing...