Full Story Two federal judges released their rulings on Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency’s latest attempts to cut government spending. One judge sided with him to collect data from three agencies, while the other sided against his attempts at gaining access to the Treasury Department’s payment system. How did the federal judges rule? The…

Full Story The Red Cross has confirmed that the sixth hostage exchange between Israel and Hamas was completed on Saturday, Feb. 15. The exchange comes after tensions between the two groups raised concerns that the ceasefire agreement was in jeopardy. What happened during the latest exchange? During the latest prisoner exchange, Hamas released three Israeli…

Full Story ChatGPT-maker OpenAI officially rejected Elon Musk’s $94.7 billion bid to buy the company. The startup said it is not for sale and said the decision by the company’s board was unanimous.  In a letter to the lawyer of Elon Musk sent Friday, Feb. 14, OpenAI attorney, William Savitt, called the “much-publicized ‘bid’” from…

In the proposed House reconciliation bill, House Republicans are considering cutting $230 billion from the House Agriculture Committee between fiscal years 2025 and 2034. According to some lawmakers, this will affect recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). SNAP benefits are federal assistance provided to eligible low-income individuals and families to help them buy…

Gun retailers in Maine don’t have to abide by the state’s 72-hour waiting period for firearm purchases, at least for now. A judge issued a hold on the law after gun rights groups filed a challenge. In August, a new law requiring a 72-hour waiting period to purchase a firearm went into effect after the…

Netflix is reviewing its talent-vetting process after resurfaced social media posts from “Emilia Perez” star Karla Sofía Gascón caused controversy. The backlash has quickly overshadowed the film’s awards season momentum. Award season success turns to controversy Last month, Gascón celebrated a historic milestone. She became the first transgender woman nominated in a film category at…

The NBA’s All-Star weekend is underway, and for the first time in 25 years San Francisco is the host city. Friday night, Feb. 14, the celebrity game will get things started, followed by the “Rising Stars” game. Bay Area icons Barry Bonds and Jerry Rice will coach the celebrity game. The winner of the “Rising…

Border czar Tom Homan suggested Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., could be under investigation after providing migrants with tips through an Instagram webinar on how to handle encounters with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. Homan appeared on Fox News Thursday, Feb. 13. “And I sent an email today to the deputy attorney general. At…

For months, Luigi Mangione’s name has dominated headlines. Authorities accuse the 26-year-old of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson — and now, he’s breaking his silence. From behind bars, Mangione has spoken out for the first time, as confirmed by Rolling Stone, acknowledging the wave of online support he’s received. He issued his statement as calls…

The U.S. Coast Guard returned to San Diego with $275 million worth of cocaine, seized during a months-long mission aimed at intercepting drug smuggling vessels. The mission, from December to February, also saw one crew member go missing during a routine patrol. Mission to combat international drug smuggling Crews stationed off the coasts of Mexico,…