Trump expected to choose Sen. Marco Rubio for secretary of state

Sharona Nazarian, an Iranian Jewish refugee and new mayor of Beverly Hills, brings a unique perspective to the glamorous city, overcoming challenges and advocating for tough crime policies. With a focus on prosecuting misdemeanors and ensuring public safety, Nazarian's proactive approach aims to protect Beverly Hills from unwarranted attacks. Her centrist and action-oriented leadership style has garnered support from a wide range of political figures and celebrities, reflecting her commitment to improving the city she...

An Oneida County Sheriff’s corrections officer was hospitalized after being attacked by an incarcerated Lee Center man during breakfast service at the Oneida County Correctional Facility in Whitestown. The inmate kicked his cell door open, striking the officer, and then proceeded to hit the officer multiple times in the head. Ethan Adsit, 24, of Lee Center, was arrested and charged with second-degree assault, and the officer was diagnosed with a closed head injury and transported...

Two NYPD officers from the 50th Precinct are suspended after allegedly fleeing the scene of a fiery crash involving a stolen SUV they were pursuing in Manhattan, leaving the driver to die and failing to report the incident. The officers returned to their precinct without disclosing what had occurred, in violation of NYPD policy on police pursuits, which restricts chases to cases involving felony crimes or violent misdemeanors. The city medical examiner is conducting an...

During a press conference on Air Force One, a reporter asked Trump about the inspector general investigation into Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the Signal messaging app for discussing sensitive military plans. Trump initially seemed confused and then became irritated, dismissing the question as a "wasted story." Critics urged reporters to continue pressing on the Signal scandal involving high-level officials, despite Trump's attempt to shut down the discussion. Full Article

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that a Russian strike on his hometown of Kryvyi Rih resulted in the deaths of several children, with the rocket hitting near residential buildings and a playground. Footage from Suspilne News showed the destruction in the area, with a total of 18 people killed, including nine children. As of now, Russia has not commented on the strike. Full Article

Global markets declined after China imposed a 34% tariff on American goods in retaliation to tariffs imposed by President Trump, leading to a 5% drop in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite. The move raised concerns of a prolonged trade war that could impact supply chains and push the U.S. economy towards a recession, prompting billionaire investor Bill Ackman to urge world leaders to negotiate with Trump. Trump's talks with Vietnam about reducing tariffs to...