Justice Starts With The FactsIn Minneapolis and communities nationwide, trust is built on reporting that follows the facts wherever they lead -- even when powerful institutions resist scrutiny. Support journalism that stands firmly for the public’s right to know. Already a member? Log in to hide these messages.

January 29, 2026 08:11 UTC

The search at Fulton County’s main election facility in Union City sought records related to the 2020 election, county spokesperson Jessica Corbitt-Dominguez said. Fani Willis, Fulton County District Attorney, at the Fulton County Courthouse in Atlanta, Georgia, US, on Friday, March 1, 2024. Lawyers for the county election board responded about two weeks later, saying that the records are held by the county court clerk. The Justice Department said it then sent a letter to Alexander, the clerk, on Nov. 21 requesting the documents and that she failed to respond. AdvertisementThe State Election Board in May 2024 heard a case that alleged documentation was missing for thousands of votes in the recount of the presidential contest in the 2020 election.

January 29, 2026 07:15 UTC

LOADING ERROR LOADINGA framed picture of President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin hangs in the White House, a photo taken by Bloomberg photographer Kent Nishimura in the Palm Room on Tuesday shows. The Palm Room connects the West Wing to the White House residence and primarily serves as a lobby, according to the New York Times. Photographs showing U.S. President Donald Trump with Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Trump and one of his grandchildren hang in the Palm Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. According to HuffPost White House correspondent S.V. Dáte, Trump hung up a picture of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in the West Wing in his first term.

January 29, 2026 06:51 UTC

Burglary suspects lead police on wild chase through Los Angeles The police pursuit ended when the suspects' vehicle slammed into another car and spun out.

January 29, 2026 06:20 UTC

Justice Starts With The FactsIn Minneapolis and communities nationwide, trust is built on reporting that follows the facts wherever they lead -- even when powerful institutions resist scrutiny. Support journalism that stands firmly for the public’s right to know. Already a member? Log in to hide these messages.

January 29, 2026 06:14 UTC





Opera legend Denyce Graves retires from opera after 40-year career The storied and accomplished mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves is saying goodbye to audiences after four decades at the height of opera with her last performance, “Porgy & Bess” at the Met.

January 29, 2026 05:52 UTC

TLDRThe documentary 'Melania' featuring First Lady Melania Trump premiered in UK cinemas but struggled to attract audiences, with only one ticket sold for the first showing. Despite a significant marketing budget, the film's performance has been described as 'soft', with industry speculation that cinemas may be compensated directly for hosting screenings.

January 29, 2026 05:24 UTC

The argument is that tech companies (and their leaders) will become a class unto their own with infinite wealth. In other words, the bridge is about to be raised for those chasing the American dream. But in San Francisco it feels real. So maybe it’s not surprising the San Francisco tech community has been infused with a get-rich-now-or-die-trying vibe. Sheridan Clayborne , a young man working in the AI-startup scene, seemed to embody the current zeitgeist when he was quoted this past fall in the San Francisco Standard.

January 29, 2026 05:02 UTC

Federal agents who shot Alex Pretti on paid administrative leave, sources say It comes as new video appears to show Pretti in a struggle with federal agents 11 days before he was shot and killed.

January 29, 2026 04:45 UTC

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January 29, 2026 04:43 UTC

“Ghost students” present new threat to community colleges ABC News’ Steve Osunsami explores the rise of digital thieves stealing Americans’ identities and using them to siphon off hundreds of millions of dollars in student financial aid.

January 29, 2026 03:45 UTC

The Century Foundation’s recent report on public demand for bilingual education. Families we spoke with made it clear that they’re enthusiastic about enrolling their children in bilingual or dual language K–12 programs. Further, when we asked respondents to rank their interest in bilingual education programs on a scale of one to 10, their average rating was a 7.9. More than three-quarters of respondents ranked their interest in bilingual education at seven or higher. Latino families showed similar levels of interest, with 40% rating their interest in bilingual education as 10 out of 10.

January 29, 2026 03:35 UTC

CLEVELAND — Lakers teammates and coaches clapped. Instead of acknowledging the Cleveland crowd showering the Lakers star with applause after a video tribute on Monday, James lifted his jersey over his face. They made seven of 11 3-pointers in the third quarter and outscored the Lakers by 20 in the frame. The TV outside the visitor’s locker room cycled through photos of Lakers players and staff members who have history in Cleveland. Bronny James, who was born in Cleveland while his father played for the Cavaliers, was welcomed with a photo of him sitting on stage during the Cavaliers’ championship celebration in 2016.

January 29, 2026 03:15 UTC

Rubio testifies before Congress on Venezuela operations Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the U.S. operation to capture now-ousted Nicolas Maduro while testifying on Capitol Hill.

January 29, 2026 01:50 UTC

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January 29, 2026 01:39 UTC