articleThe former superintendent of Iowa’s largest school district pleaded guilty Thursday to two federal charges, including falsely claiming to be a U.S. citizen. Ian Andre Roberts, a native of Guyana in South America, was the leader of Des Moines Public Schools. Federal immigration officers detained Roberts Sept. 26, 2025, and he resigned from the district’s top post shortly after. Roberts has agreed to permanently forfeit the weapons and waived any right to challenge the forfeiture now or in the future. His guilty plea now exposes him to a combined maximum sentence of up to 20 years in prison on the two charges.

January 24, 2026 03:43 UTC

Church providing food to people afraid to leave home due to ICE enforcementCNN's Omar Jimenez reports from Minneapolis, where church volunteers have gathered to deliver meals to thousands ahead of the winter storm Fern. The pastor of the church says church attendance numbers are down by hundreds, likely because of the federal immigration enforcement in the neighborhood.

January 24, 2026 03:39 UTC

Winter storm to paralyze South, bring heavy snow to Northeast ABC News Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee tracks the timing of the massive winter storm that is set to slam nearly half the country from New Mexico to Maine.

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“He wanted to do that briefing in large part because he himself wanted to bring out the mugshots that we had printed for him,” a senior White House official told CNN. As a result, top White House officials have been plotting how to move the narrative away from the unrest in Minneapolis and instead focus on what they view as ICE’s achievements. But then a welfare-fraud scandal involving the Somali community in Minnesota started garnering more attention, and the Trump administration targeted the state as a destination to ramp up immigration enforcement. Stephen Maturen/Getty Images‘Lawful, targeted and focused’Trump tried to reframe the narrative from the White House podium this week. Trump officials they have so far been hesitant to invoke the act, not necessarily because of the legal complications, but because of the political ones.

January 24, 2026 02:32 UTC

Maybe one might’ve expected the Portland Trail Blazers to struggle more in the second half against the Miami Heat on Thursday night at the Moda Center. (By the way, both Blazers acting coach Tiago Splitter and Avdija didn’t sound too concerned about the back injury after the game, but more on that later). Behind a big-time performance from guard Shaedon Sharpe and Portland’s reestablished depth, the Blazers overpowered the Heat in the second half for a 127-110 win. “[It was a] hell of a second half,” Splitter said about Sharpe’s performance. After giving up 63 points in the first half, the Blazers tightened up to hold the Heat to 47 points in the second.

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180+ million to face dangerous winter storm bringing heavy snow, crippling ice New York City is bracing for what could be the biggest snowstorm its faced in nearly five years.

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NYC Mayor Mamdani: City is ‘ready to meet the challenge’ of looming snowstorm “This Week” co-anchor Jonathan Karl speaks with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani about how the city is preparing for this weekend’s major winter storm.

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Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementOn Wednesday, the woman told the court that Trump’s intervention had helped stop Rumiantsev from killing her, according to British media reports. Trump said he had met the alleged victim on social media. Rumiantsev told the court Friday that the woman was lashing out at him and that he did not “intentionally” hit her in the face. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementThe following month, Rumiantsev and the alleged victim had an argument, the accused told the court. “I started to explain that I felt upset as well about her talking to Barron Trump,” said Rumiantsev.

January 24, 2026 01:39 UTC

By Matt Egan, CNNNew York (CNN) — Three Democratic senators are sounding the alarm about lucrative contracts and loans the Pentagon provided to companies linked to Donald Trump Jr. After his father, President Donald Trump’s, November 2024 election victory, his son, Trump Jr., announced plans to join venture capital firm 1789 Capital as a partner. 1789 Capital is known for investing in conservative-linked businesses and products, including Tucker Carlson’s media company. The lawmakers did not allege 1789 Capital or Trump Jr. violated any laws. That company, which has been backed by 1789 Capital, also received a $22.5 million contract during the Biden administration in 2022.

January 24, 2026 01:38 UTC

Ryan Wedding, former Olympian turned FBI most wanted fugitive, arrested Ryan Wedding, the former Olympic snowboarder has been accused of being a major drug kingpin, was arrested Friday, multiple sources told ABC News.

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Now, Jeter has received the title of captain of a padel team at the Reserve Cup in Miami this weekend. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe Reserve Cup, founded by Wayne Boich, is an annual event where top padel players compete in a tournament. The Reserve Cup is no exhibition, though, as some of the game's best in the world are competing for the prizes. "And then I think, on the Reserve Cup side, it's been really good to see the corporate money starting to flow into it. We’re in a position now where we have some great sponsors at Reserve Cup to help make the event a success.

January 24, 2026 01:18 UTC

In summary The ballot measure do-over is intended to restart apartment development across Los Angeles and ward off a statewide anti-tax crusade. To save the City of Los Angeles’ controversial “mansion tax” — and fend off the threat of fiscal calamity across the state — Angelenos need to re-write the law. Despite its moniker as a “mansion tax,” the policy draws no distinction between single family compounds in Beverly Hills and large new apartment buildings constructed for renters. More recently, the fate of the Los Angeles mansion tax has become a statewide concern. At a council meeting on Friday, Raman described the proposed measure as an effort to “protect” the heart of the mansion tax.

January 24, 2026 01:10 UTC

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Former Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, center, was brought to the U.S. after being apprehended in Mexico. Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder who allegedly became the head of an organization that trafficked large quantities of drugs through L.A., was apprehended recently in Mexico, U.S. officials announced Friday. Advertisement“Just to tell you how bad of a guy Ryan Wedding is, he went from an Olympic snowboarder to the largest narco trafficker in modern times,” Patel said. “This is a significant blow to a criminal network that has endangered communities across borders.”VIDEO | 00:32 Feds arrest fugitive former Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding faces federal charges that accuse him of running a drug trafficking organization and ordering the killing of a witness against him. “Ryan Wedding tormented several people and several families that will never be the same,” Davis said.

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From black ice and power outages to plunging temps, early prep can help prevent frozen pipes and keep your family safe. This 80-piece kit includes essentials like Band-Aids, Neosporin, Tylenol, gauze, and more, all packed in a compact case that fits easily in an emergency bag or under your car seat. The heavy-duty Yocada snow shovel features a classic 16-inch blade that clears wide paths fast, and a dual-handle design that helps reduce strain on your back. For quicker clearing, go with a sled-style snow shovel. Original article source: Smart ways to prep your home before a major snowstorm

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