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HHS Freezes Minnesota Child-Care Funds Amid Fraud Probe

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026

At a Glance HHS has frozen federal child-care funding to Minnesota. The freeze follows a viral video alleging fraud by Somali-run centers. Subsidies...

Venezuelan Presidential Palace rises under a sunset sky with an American flag on dais and barbed wire surrounding the buildin

Political News World News

Trump Announces US Will “Run” Venezuela After Maduro Capture

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026

At a Glance US will "run" Venezuela until a transition after Maduro's capture US plans to control oil production and rebuild infrastructure Maduro...

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Consumer News Local News

Home Care: The New Year’s Secret to Health, Savings, and Safety

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026

At a Glance Home maintenance protects health, saves money, and preserves home value. Americans spend 90% of their time indoors, 70% in homes. 75% of...

A.J. Dybantsa sinks a winning shot with score 83‑73 and confetti erupting from the crowd below over a blurred BYU court.

College Basketball Sports News

BYU Freshman Dybantsa Leads 83-73 Road Win Over Kansas State

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026

At a Glance A.J. Dybantsa scores 24 points in 83-73 road victory over Kansas State. He was efficient on 15 shots and faced a physical Big 12...

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Local News Weather

Austin Forecast: Sunny Sunday, Cooling Tonight, Warm Week Ahead

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026

At a Glance Sunny Sunday with warm 60s-70s highs. Tonight cools to 40s-50s, clouds and patchy fog. Week ahead may bring record-possible highs and...

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Government News News Report

National Parks 2026: New Free Days and International Fees

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026

At a Glance 8 free admission days for U.S. residents in 2026 International visitors pay $100 at 10 parks unless they have a pass Pass costs $250 for...

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Humanitarian Aid World News

Israel Revokes Licenses of 37 Aid Groups in Gaza

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 5, 2026

At a Glance Israel revoked licenses of 37 humanitarian groups in Gaza. Banned organizations include Doctors Without Borders, Norwegian Refugee...

James Nnaji crosses arms with frustration as coach signals substitution after foul and bench watches while TCU crowd in red g

College Basketball Sports News

James Nnaji’s Baylor Debut Draws Booing, Sparks Eligibility Debate

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026

At a Glance James Nnaji, a 2023 NBA draft pick, made his Baylor debut at TCU, facing boos and a fourth foul in a 69-63 Big 12 win. He was subbed...

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Olympic Games Sports News

Stolz Stumbles, Still Secures Olympic Spot

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026

At a Glance Jordan Stolz stumbles early but records third-fastest time in 1,000m at U.S. trials. He secures a spot for Milan Cortina 2026. Erin...

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Minnesota Daycare Vandalized After Viral Fraud Allegations

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026

At a Glance Daycare in Minneapolis vandalized after Nick Shirley's viral video alleged fraud. Employees reported loss of documents, checkbooks, and...