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Sen. Schumer said because the flight started in the U.S., the FAA was responsible for inspections, with hundreds of FAA employees laid off.

Schumer, Democrats suggest Canada plane crash is Trump’s fault

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is meeting with key leaders Tuesday, Feb. 18 to discuss potentially removing mayor Eric Adams from office.

Gov. Hochul meets with key leaders about NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ future

A White Housing court filing says Elon Musk is not the official administrator of DOGE.

White House court filing says Musk is not the official leader of DOGE

The U.S. is flying drones into Mexico to gather intelligence on fentanyl labs within the country, according to the New York Times.

CIA expands secret drone flights to find fentanyl labs over Mexico: Report

Elon Musk suggested the federal government check into the nation's supply of gold at Fort Knox to make sure it is there.

Elon Musk targets Fort Knox in potential audit of nation’s gold supply

U.S. begins relocating Marines from Okinawa to Guam, marking start of long-planned shift amid regional security issues and local opposition.

First US Marines relocate from Okinawa to Guam after years of delays

People across the country are getting scam texts demanding they pay unpaid tolls or else.

Federal officials warn of unpaid toll scam texts coast to coast

A measles outbreak in west Texas has increased to 48 cases, according to the Department of State Health Services.

Measles outbreak in Texas as four dozen cases now confirmed

The acting head of the Social Security Administration reportedly stepped down over DOGE requests to access sensitive government data.

Social Security Admin. commissioner steps down over DOGE request: Reports

Russia launched a large-scale drone attack on Ukraine hours before U.S. and Russian officials met to discuss ending the war.

Russia launches large-scale drone attack on Ukraine ahead of peace talks

Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox clarified that the department does not enforce federal immigration laws or civil detainers.

Boston police commissioner says dept. does not enforce federal immigration law

Arizona could soon become the next state to ticket drivers who camp out in the left lane on highways and interstates.

Arizona could be next state to ticket left-lane lingering drivers

The CIA plans to increase its role in combating Mexican cartels, focusing on disrupting networks and supporting anti-drug efforts.

CIA may play larger role in combating Mexican cartels under Trump: Report

The "Zizians" are linked to homicides across the U.S. A small group who met online based on shared beliefs.

Officials link group to nationwide murder spree, arrest alleged ringleader

Attorneys for four former executives of ComEd, convicted of bribery and corruption in 2023, are asking for a hold on post-trial motions.

Utility executives convicted of corruption cite Trump order in ask to hold case

Andrew Lester pleaded guilty to lesser charges for shooting Ralph Yarl, a Black teen who mistakenly rang his doorbell, in 2023.

Missouri man pleads guilty to lesser charges in 2023 shooting of Black teen

Some individuals pardoned for their involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riots are seeking to extend their pardons to other crimes.

Jan. 6 rioters want pardons extended to other crimes, including FBI murder plot

Axios has decided to refer to the body of water along the southern U.S. coastline as the "Gulf of America."

Axios will use ‘Gulf of America’ but defends AP amid White House scrutiny

Nearly half of Democrats say they would like their party to become more moderate after losing the White House and Congress.

After 2024 election, Democrats call for change, Republicans favor status quo

There’s more controversy surrounding New York City Mayor Eric Adams, as four of his deputy mayors have resigned.

4 deputy mayors resign from NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ administration: Report

San Clemente's mayor raised concerns about fishing boats carrying migrants into the country illegally. City leaders want to install cameras.

California town wants cameras, Border Patrol to stop boats transporting migrants

DOGE currently has a team member sifting through IRS data, searching for government waste and fraud, while it faces privacy lawsuits.

DOGE accesses IRS in search for gov’t waste, Democrats fear data at risk

Actress Julianne Moore said her book about embracing diversity has been removed from schools serving military families.

Pentagon-run schools may pull books, including one by actress Julianne Moore

Trump signed an executive order establishing the National Energy Dominance Council, which aims to accelerate US fossil fuel production.

Trump’s new energy council aims to ramp up natural gas, cut regulations