Trump touches on crime, energy and tariffs in sweeping joint address to Congress – NBC Chicago

A dog named Petunia won the "World's Ugliest Dog Contest" at the Sonoma County Fair in Santa Rosa, California, earning $5,000 and recognition alongside her owner, Shannon Nyman. The nearly 50-year-old event promotes pet adoption and highlights the unique beauty of dogs, with many contestants being rescued from shelters. Want More Context? 🔎

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reposted a video on X featuring Christian nationalists advocating against women's voting rights and promoting submission to husbands, highlighting his ties to pastor Doug Wilson of the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches. The post sparked mixed reactions, with some supporting the views and others expressing concern over Hegseth's endorsement of such extreme beliefs. Want More Context? 🔎

Gary Thynes spotted a loose pit bull while at a park in Pittsburgh and followed it, leading him to an unresponsive man and woman in a tent. After calling 911 and ensuring they received help, Thynes offered to care for the dog until its owners could reunite with it, understanding the deep bond between pets and their humans. Want More Context? 🔎

Logan Coleridge, a New Jersey teen and football player, experienced debilitating symptoms after a helmet-to-helmet impact in August 2023, leading to a diagnosis of an arteriovenous malformation (AVM) after multiple failed treatments and a delayed MRI. He underwent surgery on July 17, 2024, to remove the AVM, which was likely the cause of his persistent headaches and cognitive issues. Want More Context? 🔎

A federal judge has temporarily blocked construction at the "Alligator Alcatraz" migrant detention facility in Florida, prompting applause from the Miccosukee Tribe, who joined environmental groups in a lawsuit citing violations of the National Environmental Policy Act. While this ruling offers a brief victory, the tribe remains wary as they prepare to present evidence of potential harm from the facility. Want More Context? 🔎

Three people were injured in a shooting at Times Square, New York City, early Saturday morning, with one person in custody. Video footage showed chaos as people fled the scene; fortunately, the victims' injuries are not life-threatening, and overall gun violence in the city has significantly decreased this year. Want More Context? 🔎