L.A. Mayor Bass’ text messages provide window into early fire response

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis poked fun at President Donald Trump's criticism of his official portrait by sharing an animated image of himself as a character from "South Park." Trump had demanded his portrait be removed from the state Capitol in Denver, claiming it was purposefully distorted. Despite Trump's disapproval, the painting was taken down last week at the request of Republican leaders in the state Legislature. Full Article

Illinois state Rep. Travis Weaver recalls his college experience at the University of Alabama, where he witnessed the community and state benefit from the success of the football team, inspiring his push to exempt up to $100,000 in name, image, and likeness earnings from state income tax in Illinois. Lawmakers in Georgia, Alabama, and Louisiana are also considering similar measures to level the recruiting field and gain an advantage against states with no income tax....

Economists are warning of a possible period of stagflation in the U.S., with rising inflation and slowing growth. Recent data shows declining consumer confidence and business sentiment, while the labor market remains stable. The Federal Reserve is closely monitoring the situation and maintaining interest rates amid uncertainty about the economic outlook. Full Article

Fox News host Sean Hannity calls out violence against Tesla and discusses trade policy. Hugh Hewitt is hailed as the best and brightest 2.0. Democrats are in panic mode as Elon Musk and DOGE go public. Lee Zeldin explains why they are shutting down Biden's EPA museum. Raymond Arroyo discusses comedian Amber Ruffin's comments about the Trump administration. Craft whiskey distillers are being crushed by EU tariff threats. Full Article

MGK clarified on Instagram that he and ex-fiancée Megan Fox did not name their newborn daughter "Celestial Seed," stating that her actual name will be revealed by her mother when they are ready. The couple announced the birth of their daughter last week, with MGK sharing a sweet video on Instagram referring to her as their little "celestial seed." The pair, who have had an on-again, off-again relationship since 2020, are now in an amicable...

Severe thunderstorms, hail, and tornadoes hit the Midwest and South, causing seven deaths and widespread damage. Another round of storms, including life-threatening flash flooding, is forecast for the region, affecting 70 million people from central Michigan to northern Texas. Over 300,000 utility customers are without power in the Midwest, with heavy rainfall expected in the West and snow showers in South Lake Tahoe. Full Article