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Minnesota Surges Federal Agents After $100 Million Day-Care Fraud Claims

Morgan J. Carter January 2, 2026

At a Glance Federal agents surge in Minnesota after allegations of up to $100 million fraud by Somali-run day-care centers. DHS Secretary Kristi...

Brooke Shoemaker standing in courtroom holding white lilies with golden stained glass light and abandoned gavel on desk

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Judge Orders New Trial for Woman Sentenced to 18 Years Over Stillbirth

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 2, 2026

At a Glance Judge vacates 18-year sentence for Brooke Shoemaker. New trial ordered after evidence shows stillbirth caused by infection, not drug...

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Austin Matches $10,000 to APA!, Raising $20,000 for Animal Care

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 2, 2026

At a Glance Austin foundation matches $10,000 donation to APA!, doubling it to $20,000. The $20,000 could cover shelter and care for hundreds of...

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Texas Youth Charged with Supporting ISIS Bomb Plot

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 2, 2026

At a Glance 21-year-old John Michael Garza, Jr. charged with supporting ISIS bomb plot He handed explosive components to undercover agents on...

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Fast Food Chains Open on New Year’s Eve & Day-Except Raising Cane’s

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 2, 2026

At a Glance Most fast-food chains will be open on both New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Raising Cane's will close on New Year's Day. Restaurants...

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41 Initiates Die in South Africa’s Summer Circumcision, 41 Arrests

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 2, 2026

At a Glance 41 initiates died in South Africa's summer circumcision initiation. 21 deaths recorded in Eastern Cape province. 41 arrests linked to...

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Rain Forecasted for Thursday’s 137th Rose Parade, First Wet Run in 20 Years

Aiden V. Crossfield January 2, 2026

At a Glance 100% chance of rain Thursday for Pasadena's 137th Rose Parade First wet parade in 20 years, last rain in 2006 Floats, bands and crowds...

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Two Men Harass Muslim Potluck in Austin, Police Fail to Intervene

Aiden V. Crossfield January 2, 2026

At a Glance Muslim families at a potluck in Walnut Creek Park were harassed by two men shouting anti-Muslim slurs. One harasser wore a Crusader-era...

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Austin Opens Overnight Shelter as Winter Cold Hits 30s

Aiden V. Crossfield January 1, 2026

At a Glance Austin will provide overnight lodging for anyone needing a warm place to stay as temperatures dip to the 30s on Dec 30. The shelter is...

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Pittsburgh Steelers Eye Watt’s Return in AFC North Title Showdown

Aiden V. Crossfield January 1, 2026

At a Glance T.J. Watt could return for the AFC North title showdown with Baltimore. Coach Mike Tomlin says he's "more optimistic" about Watt's...