Trump administration says it's freezing child care funds to Minnesota after series of fraud schem...

1. Trump administration says it's freezing child care funds to Minnesota after series of fraud schemes  AP News
2. Trump administration says it's withholding childcare funds from Minnesota amid fraud allegations  BBC
3. The Source with Kaitlan Collins  CNN
4. Demuth: GOP caucus directed YouTuber to Minnesota. A professor explains why it went viral  MPR News
5. Shirley associate in viral video says he filed criminal complaint against Walz over daycare fraud allegations  Fox News

Body located amid search for missing Texas teen: Sheriff - ABC News

Body located amid search for missing Texas teen: Sheriff  ABC NewsView Full Coverage on Google News

Tatiana Schlossberg, journalist and granddaughter of JFK, dies at 35 - The Washington Post

1. Tatiana Schlossberg, journalist and granddaughter of JFK, dies at 35  The Washington Post
2. Tatiana Schlossberg, journalist and granddaughter of John F. Kennedy, dies at 35  The Boston Globe
3. Tatiana Schlossberg Was a Kennedy, and a Rookie Reporter  The New York Times
4. Tatiana Schlossberg, a grandchild of the late President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35  AP News
5. What cancer did Tatiana Schlossberg have? Acute myeloid leukemia, explained.  USA Today

An escalation in Yemen threatens to reignite civil war and widen tensions in the Gulf - NPR

1. An escalation in Yemen threatens to reignite civil war and widen tensions in the Gulf  NPR
2. UAE says it will withdraw its remaining forces in Yemen after Saudi Arabia struck port city  CNN
3. A lightning advance by separatists has reshaped Yemen’s civil war  The Economist
4. Saudis Say Airstrike in Yemen Targeted Arms From U.A.E.  The New York Times
5. After Saudi Arabia’s Yemen strike, UAE rejects support for separatists  Al Jazeera

3 found dead during search for fallen hiker in California, authorities say - ABC News

1. 3 found dead during search for fallen hiker in California, authorities say  ABC News
2. Three hikers found dead on California's Mt Baldy, including teen who fell 500 feet  BBC
3. Bodies of three hikers recovered from Mt. Baldy amid harsh weather  Los Angeles Times
4. 3 hikers found dead after high winds halt helicopter rescue in California  FOX Weather
5. 3 Hikers Are Found Dead on Mt. Baldy in Southern California, Sheriff Says  The New York Times

6 Takeaways on the Unwinding U.S.-Ukraine Alliance - The New York Times

1. 6 Takeaways on the Unwinding U.S.-Ukraine Alliance  The New York Times
2. The Separation: Inside the Unraveling U.S.-Ukraine Partnership  The New York Times
3. We need to face the truth about Putin if we want lasting peace in Ukraine  Fox News
4. Trump betrays America’s values siding with the Russian aggressor over Ukraine  The Hill
5. The United States Should Butt Out of the Ukraine-Russia Conflict: News Article  Independent Institute

Protests spread across Iran for third day after currency hits record low - BBC

1. Protests spread across Iran for third day after currency hits record low  BBC
2. Iran’s ailing supreme leader resorts to his only playbook as crises mount and protests erupt  CNN
3. Iran Update, December 30, 2025  Institute for the Study of War
4. Protests Over Iran’s Currency Crash and Inflation Spread to Universities  The New York Times
5. Iranian protests expand beyond the economy as students demand freedom, end to regime rule  ABC News

Judge orders Trump administration to continue to seek funding for the CFPB - NPR

1. Judge orders Trump administration to continue to seek funding for the CFPB  NPR
2. Judge Blocks White House's Attempt to Defund the CFPB, Ensuring Employees Get Paid  U.S. News & World Report
3. Trump’s funding cuts put America’s consumer watchdog on the brink of collapse  Reuters
4. Judge says Trump administration must continue funding consumer watchdog  The Guardian
5. Judge Rules That Trump Administration Must Continue to Fund CFPB  The New York Times

Guinea elections: Gen Mamady Doumbouya wins controversial election - BBC

1. Guinea elections: Gen Mamady Doumbouya wins controversial election  BBC
2. Guinea coup leader Mamady Doumbouya wins presidential election  Al Jazeera
3. Guinea Goes to Polls as Ruling Junta Seeks Legitimacy  The New York Times
4. Opposition anger as Guinea’s junta leader is frontrunner to be elected president  The Guardian
5. Guinea coup leader Doumbouya wins presidential election, results show  Reuters

Former U.S. Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell dies - The Colorado Sun

1. Former U.S. Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell dies  The Colorado Sun
2. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, Former Colorado Senator, Dies at 92  The New York Times
3. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, former U.S. senator and jewelry maker, dies at 92  The Durango Herald
4. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, former U.S. senator from Colorado and Northern Cheyenne tribe member, dies at 92  CBS News
5. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, Native American senator, dies at 92  The Washington Post

Donald Trump says he is not worried about Chinese military drills around Taiwan - BBC

1. Donald Trump says he is not worried about Chinese military drills around Taiwan  BBC
2. Taiwan stays on high alert as Chinese ships pull back after massive drills  Reuters
3. US envoy hosts Quad meeting in Beijing as PLA’s drills around Taiwan continue  South China Morning Post
4. China Fires Rockets Near Taiwan in Display of Military Power  The New York Times
5. China flexes blockade capabilities near Taiwan on second day of military drills  NPR

All 50 States Will Receive Historic Funding from Trump Administration to Strengthen Rural Health ...

1. All 50 States Will Receive Historic Funding from Trump Administration to Strengthen Rural Health Care  The White House (.gov)
2. Trump administration rolls out rural health funding, with strings attached  PBS
3. Wisconsin DHS receives more than $203M in federal funds to boost rural health care  Channel 3000
4. States get first awards from rural health fund  Axios
5. Governor Ivey Announces Alabama Secures More Than $203 Million for Rural Health Transformation Program  Alabama Governor's Office (.gov)

Flu cases are surging and rates will likely get worse, new CDC data shows - NPR

1. Flu cases are surging and rates will likely get worse, new CDC data shows  NPR
2. "Super flu" surge: What to know about spiking flu cases and the surging "Super K" variant  Axios
3. Daily Briefing: A bad flu season gets worse  USA Today
4. Flu Cases Climb to Highest Levels in New York State in Two Decades  The New York Times
5. Flu is surging nationwide. Hospitalizations nearly doubled in a single week.  NBC News

Get up to speed fast on the new California laws that might change your life in 2026 - CalMatters

1. Get up to speed fast on the new California laws that might change your life in 2026  CalMatters
2. Speed limits, e-bikes and fines: What’s changing for California drivers in 2026  San Francisco Chronicle
3. E-bikes to self-driving cars: California's new traffic laws in 2026  KTVU
4. New California laws in 2026 include plastic bag ban, food delivery refunds -- see the full list  FOX 11 Los Angeles
5. What to know about new California laws taking effect Jan. 1  NBC Bay Area

Governor Hochul Expands State of Emergency Statewide in Response to Lake Effect Snow and High Win...

1. Governor Hochul Expands State of Emergency Statewide in Response to Lake Effect Snow and High Winds  Governor Kathy Hochul (.gov)
2. More snow is on the way in WNY  13wham.com
3. Residents, ODOT crews bracing for next round of lake effect snow  Yahoo
4. See how much snow fell so far in Upstate NY storm: From a dusting to 17 inches (chart)  Syracuse.com
5. 'Mesmerizing' Snow Falls in Upstate New York Amid Winter Storm Warning  Yahoo

The Justice Department Files Complaint Challenging Virginia Laws Providing In-State Tuition and F...

1. The Justice Department Files Complaint Challenging Virginia Laws Providing In-State Tuition and Financial Assistance for Illegal Aliens  Department of Justice (.gov)
2. DOJ sues Virginia over in-state tuition for undocumented students  The Washington Post
3. DOJ files lawsuit against Virginia over migrant tuition aid policies  WRIC ABC 8News
4. DOJ files complaint against VA for laws helping migrants with in-state tuition & financial aid  WDBJ7
5. Justice Department Sues Virginia Over Tuition Aid for Unauthorized Immigrants  The New York Times

Treasury Targets Iran-Venezuela Weapons Trade - U.S. Department of the Treasury (.gov)

1. Treasury Targets Iran-Venezuela Weapons Trade  U.S. Department of the Treasury (.gov)
2. Disrupting Iran’s UAV Proliferation to Venezuela and Iran’s Weapons Programs  U.S. Department of State (.gov)
3. U.S. sanctions Iranian, Venezuelan groups tied to weapons trade  CNBC
4. U.S. sanctions 10 people and firms from Iran and Venezuela over drone and missile trade  AP News
5. US issues Iran-Venezuela sanctions over alleged drone trade  Al Jazeera

Remarks at a UN Security Council Emergency Meeting on Somaliland - United States Mission to the U...

1. Remarks at a UN Security Council Emergency Meeting on Somaliland  United States Mission to the United Nations (.gov)
2. Israeli recognition of Somaliland prompts global outcry, emergency U.N. meeting  The Washington Post
3. Israel’s recognition of Somaliland ‘strange, unexpected’: Somali president  Al Jazeera
4. Israel defends Somaliland move at UN amid concerns over Gaza motives  Reuters
5. Protests draw largest turnout of Somalis since Israel’s recognition of Somaliland  AP News

Illinois 30-28 Tennessee (Dec 30, 2025) Game Recap - ESPN

1. Illinois 30-28 Tennessee (Dec 30, 2025) Game Recap  ESPN
2. Illinois star runs over official in key play, leads team to Music City Bowl win  Fox News
3. Tennessee vs Illinois score, highlights: Fighting Illini win Music City Bowl  USA Today
4. Why Tennessee, Illinois are not wearing orange uniforms in Music City Bowl  The Tennessean
5. How Luke Altmyer put everything on display to claim Music City Bowl glory in final game  Yahoo Sports

Texas Man Charged with Providing Bomb Components and Funding to Individuals He Believed Were Invo...

1. Texas Man Charged with Providing Bomb Components and Funding to Individuals He Believed Were Involved with Foreign Terrorist Organization  Department of Justice (.gov)
2. Texas man accused of trying to support ISIS ordered held pending trial  ABC News
3. Texas man charged with international terrorism after giving bomb materials to federal agent posing as IS member  Police1
4. North Texas man charged with trying to provide material support to ISIS, officials say  CBS News
5. Federal charges filed against Texas resident for ISIS support  Texomashomepage.com

These new laws and taxes take effect in Washington state on Jan. 1 - Washington State Standard

1. These new laws and taxes take effect in Washington state on Jan. 1  Washington State Standard
2. Over a dozen new laws will take effect in Washington state in 2026. Here's what they are  king5.com
3. New laws taking effect in Washington state in 2026  KOMO
4. Historic minimum wage increase as US state becomes first to exceed $17 per hour  The Independent
5. Ready for another pay decrease from the state? It happens Jan. 1  Washington Policy Center

Lucas: FSU Rapid Reactions - University of North Carolina Athletics

1. Lucas: FSU Rapid Reactions  University of North Carolina Athletics
2. Caleb Wilson makes history in win over Florida State  Yahoo Sports
3. Chansky’s Notebook: Here We Go!  Chapelboro.com
4. How Caleb Wilson stuffed the stat sheet as UNC rolled past FSU to open ACC play  Raleigh News & Observer
5. What channel is UNC vs Florida State on today? Time, TV schedule  The Fayetteville Observer

Winter Classic to be 'unique visual experience' in Miami - NHL.com

1. Winter Classic to be 'unique visual experience' in Miami  NHL.com
2. Weather Challenges Facing NHL's 2026 Winter Classic  The Weather Channel
3. Snow on the beach: NHL teases plans for Miami  ESPN
4. Will Miami be cold enough to open loanDepot park roof for Winter Classic?  Miami Herald
5. NHL Winter Classic in Miami thanks to Panthers, Lightning Working Together  Florida Hockey Now

UN, US sign $2 billion humanitarian funding agreement for 17 crisis-hit countries - UN News

1. UN, US sign $2 billion humanitarian funding agreement for 17 crisis-hit countries  UN News
2. U.S. Pledges $2 Billion for U.N. Aid but Trump Administration Tells Agencies to ‘Adapt, Shrink, or Die’  The New York Times
3. U.S. unveils new plan for humanitarian aid after pausing contributions earlier this year  PBS
4. U.S. slashes pledge for U.N. humanitarian aid funding, tells U.N agencies to "adapt, shrink or die"  CBS News
5. US pledges $2B for UN humanitarian aid amid Trump funding cuts  The Hill

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, December 9–10, 2025 - Federal Reserve Board (.gov)

1. Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, December 9–10, 2025  Federal Reserve Board (.gov)
2. Fed minutes show officials were in tight split over December rate cut  CNBC
3. Division at the Fed: Some officials want to keep interest rates on hold "for some time"  Axios
4. Deep Divide Inside Fed Raises Questions About Timing of Further Rate Cuts  The New York Times
5. Federal Reserve minutes highlight deep fissures at US central bank  Financial Times

NFL Week 18 Playoff Scenarios - Official website of the New England Patriots

1. NFL Week 18 Playoff Scenarios  Official website of the New England Patriots
2. Playoff-clinching scenarios for Week 18 of 2025 NFL season  NFL.com
3. Week 18 odds: Ravens road favorites at Steelers, Panthers underdogs to Buccaneers  ESPN
4. Early Week 18 NFL bets to make right now: Why the Seahawks are a good bet  Yahoo Sports
5. NFL odds, lines, spreads: 2026 Week 18 picks, predictions from proven model  SportsLine

New year, new rules: A look at some of the Oregon laws that kick in Jan. 1 - Oregon Public Broadc...

1. New year, new rules: A look at some of the Oregon laws that kick in Jan. 1  Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB
2. On Jan. 1, striking employees in Oregon can receive unemployment  KATU
3. Pay for striking workers, age ID for nitrous oxide among 2026 new laws  Statesman Journal
4. ‘Defend Oregon values’: These Oregon laws take effect in 2026  KOIN.com
5. New laws: ticket scalpers and telemarketers face updated rules, renters get safeguards, and more  Lookout Eugene-Springfield

15 Modern-Era Players announced as Finalists for Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026 - Pro ...

1. 15 Modern-Era Players announced as Finalists for Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026  Pro Football Hall of Fame
2. 15 modern-era players announced as finalists for Hall of Fame Class of 2026  NFL.com
3. Former Steelers WR Hines Ward misses final round of Hall of Fame voting  Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
4. Pro Football Hall of Fame 2026 finalists: Drew Brees, Eli Manning among stars still in consideration for induction  Yahoo Sports
5. NC State legend Torry Holt a Pro Football Hall of Fame finalist for 7th time  WRAL

These new 2026 state laws are among the first of their kind - PBS

1. These new 2026 state laws are among the first of their kind  PBS
2. From A.I. to Immigration, These New State Laws Will Take Effect in 2026  The New York Times
3. New Utah law will restrict those convicted of ‘extreme DUI’ from purchasing alcohol  ABC4 Utah
4. 13 new Hawaii laws take effect on Jan. 1, including tourist tax increase  Hawaii News Now
5. States Set the Rules as New Laws Take Effect Nationwide in 2026  pridepublishinggroup.com

Louisiana Tech 23-14 Coastal Carolina (Dec 30, 2025) Game Recap - ESPN

1. Louisiana Tech 23-14 Coastal Carolina (Dec 30, 2025) Game Recap  ESPN
2. GAME DAY! Louisiana Tech, Coastal Carolina clash at Independence Bowl  KSLA
3. Coastal Carolina vs. Louisiana Tech odds, line: 2025 college football picks for Independence Bowl matchup from proven model  SportsLine
4. Preview: LA Tech vs. Coastal Carolina  LA Tech Athletics
5. Louisiana Tech looks to quiet Coastal Carolina in Independence Bowl  CBS Sports

Duke lands prized PG Rippey; '26 class now No. 1 - ESPN

1. Duke lands prized PG Rippey; '26 class now No. 1  ESPN
2. Duke basketball recruiting: Top PG Deron Rippey Jr. commits to Blue Devils, giving them No. 1 class for 2026  CBS Sports
3. Duke lands coveted point guard recruit Deron Rippey Jr. for 2026 class  WRAL
4. Five-Star Tennessee Basketball Target Announcing Commitment Tuesday  Rocky Top Insider
5. Will Deron Rippey Jr. pick Duke? How to watch top PG’s commitment live  The Fayetteville Observer

Man United 1-1 Wolves (Dec 30, 2025) Game Analysis - ESPN

1. Man United 1-1 Wolves (Dec 30, 2025) Game Analysis  ESPN
2. 'No excuses' for Utd in draw with winless Wolves  ESPN
3. Man Utd 1-1 Wolves: Red Devils 'expect better' after draw  BBC
4. Man Utd 1-1 Wolves: Ladislav Krejci goal ends 11-game losing run for Wolves as Ruben Amorim's side slip up  Sky Sports
5. Ruben Amorim names team to face Wolves on 30 Dec  Official Manchester United Website

Path To The Playoffs: Seahawks Playoff Scenarios For Week 18 - Seattle Seahawks

1. Path To The Playoffs: Seahawks Playoff Scenarios For Week 18  Seattle Seahawks
2. Seahawks could be facing major issue at left tackle against 49ers  The Seattle Times
3. NFC West Standings: One Final Game Will Decide the Division  Yahoo Sports
4. Morning Report: Stats from #CHIvsSF, Saturday Faithful Appreciation Game Ahead 🗞️  49ers.com
5. 49ers CB Deommodore Lenoir again calls out Seattle Seahawks’ JSN  Seattle Sports

The 5 biggest stories federal agencies and employees need to watch in 2026 - Government Executive

1. The 5 biggest stories federal agencies and employees need to watch in 2026  Government Executive
2. Will 2026 be the year GovCon shifts from disruption to execution?  Federal News Network
3. If, Then: 2026's key pathways, questions and scenarios for GovCon  Washington Technology
4. Federal chaos: Thousands reinstated while 107,000 more jobs on chopping block for 2026  MSN

4 things that stood out to Bears coach Ben Johnson in Week 17 loss - Chicago Bears Official Website

1. 4 things that stood out to Bears coach Ben Johnson in Week 17 loss  Chicago Bears Official Website
2. Niners' Kyle Shanahan: Brock Purdy 'an assassin' in shootout win over Bears  NFL.com
3. Bears’ stumble in San Francisco offset by the sweet realization they’re the real deal  Chicago Sun-Times
4. 49ers game review: Brock Purdy, a robot and artist, and his cold-blooded, third-down throws  San Francisco Chronicle
5. Jauan Jennings game-winning TD was worth a ton of money for the WR  Niners Wire

Heat 147-123 Nuggets (Dec 29, 2025) Game Recap - ESPN

1. Heat 147-123 Nuggets (Dec 29, 2025) Game Recap  ESPN
2. Jokic avoids serious knee injury, to miss 4 weeks  ESPN
3. Nikola Jokić injury: Nuggets star's absence changes MVP race, playoff picture, more  CBS Sports
4. Nuggets star Nikola Jokic suffers knee injury, misses entire second half in loss to Miami Heat  Fox News
5. The Bounce: Jokić’s knee has us holding our breath. Plus, let’s fix tanking - The Athletic  The New York Times

Falcons 27-24 Rams (Dec 29, 2025) Game Recap - ESPN

1. Falcons 27-24 Rams (Dec 29, 2025) Game Recap  ESPN
2. Commentary: What happened to the Rams? Why Sean McVay's team is staggering as rest of NFC heats up  Yahoo Sports
3. Rams-Falcons on 'Monday Night Football': What We Learned from Atlanta's 27-24 win  NFL.com
4. Falcons, Bijan Robinson run over Rams in Week 17 MNF win  ESPN
5. ESPN's Joe Buck sounds off on NFL officiating over controversial no-call late in Rams' loss  Fox News

VUFB Game Week – ReliaQuest Bowl vs. Iowa - Vanderbilt Commodores

1. VUFB Game Week – ReliaQuest Bowl vs. Iowa  Vanderbilt Commodores
2. Fans enjoy sunny pep rally ahead of ReliaQuest Bowl  Spectrum Bay News 9
3. Vanderbilt’s greatest season will end with memories, the best and worst kind  The New York Times
4. Clark Lea – Bowl Practice Interview  Vanderbilt Commodores
5. Iowa vs. Vanderbilt prediction, pick, odds, spread: Hawkeyes, Commodores square off in ReliaQuest Bowl  CBS Sports

Stephen Curry passes Kevin Garnett to reach No. 21 on all-time scoring list - NBA

1. Stephen Curry passes Kevin Garnett to reach No. 21 on all-time scoring list  NBA
2. Warriors avoid another late letdown as Steph Curry gets a boost from Nets fans  San Francisco Chronicle
3. ‘A win is a win’ — Warriors fans react to win over Nets  Yahoo Sports
4. Warriors 120-107 Nets (Dec 29, 2025) Game Recap  ESPN
5. How a closing lineup adjustment helped the Warriors secure a clutch win in Brooklyn  The San Francisco Standard

25 reasons baseball was the BEST in 2025 - MLB.com

1. 25 reasons baseball was the BEST in 2025  MLB.com
2. Our favorite MLB games of 2025: World Series Game 7, Four-homer performances and much more  ESPN
3. Best of BP 2025: When Baseball Matters Most  Baseball Prospectus
4. MLB’s Strange But True 2025: The plays, moments and stuff we couldn’t believe - The Athletic  The New York Times
5. 2025 in review: 8 impactful New England baseball stories  New England Baseball Journal

Disney Agrees to $10M Civil Penalty and Injunction for Alleged Violations of Children’s Privacy L...

1. Disney Agrees to $10M Civil Penalty and Injunction for Alleged Violations of Children’s Privacy Laws  Department of Justice (.gov)
2. Disney to pay $10m over alleged breaches of US child privacy laws  Al Jazeera
3. Disney to pay $10m over alleged children's privacy law violations  BBC
4. DOJ Reaffirms Disney’s $10M Payment To Settle Privacy Allegations Over Labelling Of Children’s Videos On YouTube  Deadline
5. Disney agrees to pay $10 million to resolve alleged violations of child privacy laws, Justice Dept. says  CNBC

Bucs-Panthers Battle for NFC South Title Set for Saturday Afternoon - Tampa Bay Buccaneers

1. Bucs-Panthers Battle for NFC South Title Set for Saturday Afternoon  Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2. Panthers postseason scenario breakdown, entering Week 18  Panthers.com
3. Panthers vs Buccaneers picks, predictions, odds for NFL Week 18 game Saturday  azcentral.com and The Arizona Republic
4. Panthers can still win NFC South with a Week 18 loss in one wild scenario  WCNC
5. Panthers brace for Bucs and opportunity to end 7-year playoff drought - The Athletic  The New York Times

Light freeze expected for many neighborhoods Wednesday morning - KSAT

1. Light freeze expected for many neighborhoods Wednesday morning  KSAT
2. A freeze is coming tonight for these Texas cities near San Antonio  San Antonio Express-News
3. THIS WEEK: Cold through New Year’s Eve with a light freeze possible for some  KSAT
4. New Year's Eve begins with frigid temps, but a big warm-up is underway  KRIS 6 News Corpus Christi
5. Freeze warnings issued as temperatures tumble in Central Florida  WFTV

Georgia Southern 29-10 App State (Dec 29, 2025) Game Recap - ESPN

1. Georgia Southern 29-10 App State (Dec 29, 2025) Game Recap  ESPN
2. Bowl game schedule today: Preview of college football's Birmingham Bowl on Dec. 29  USA Today
3. Deeper Than Hate to be played on Dec. 29 at Protective Stadium  Grice Connect
4. Georgia Southern vs. Appalachian State prediction, odds, time: 2025 Birmingham Bowl picks by proven model  CBS Sports
5. Mountaineers End Season With Bowl Loss in Birmingham  App State Athletics

California apartments must have a working stove and refrigerator under new law - CalMatters

1. California apartments must have a working stove and refrigerator under new law  CalMatters
2. Studio 17: What Renters Need to Know About California’s New Appliance Law  KGET.com
3. Just days until new ‘luxury’ means residents don't have to buy stoves or fridges  The US Sun
4. It's official—California is changing rental rules, and landlords will have to provide apartments with kitchens and refrigerators included—check if this affects you  El Adelantado

Playoff Push 2025: Bucs Have One More Shot, Need Help - Tampa Bay Buccaneers

1. Playoff Push 2025: Bucs Have One More Shot, Need Help  Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2. NFL playoff picture: Falcons force Rams to sweat out securing No. 5 seed, improve Panthers' shot at NFC South crown  Yahoo Sports
3. Falcons win puts NFC South in complete chaos heading into Week 18  New York Post
4. Falcons upset Rams on Monday Night Football. It was a big help for the Panthers' playoff push  WRAL
5. Convoluted way Atlanta Falcons could ruin Tampa Bay Buccaneers' playoff hopes  USA Today

Dennis Hamlin, father of Cup Series star Denny Hamlin, dies in house fire; Mary Lou Hamlin critic...

1. Dennis Hamlin, father of Cup Series star Denny Hamlin, dies in house fire; Mary Lou Hamlin critically injured  NASCAR.com
2. Father of NASCAR's Hamlin dies after house fire  ESPN
3. Dennis Hamlin, father of NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin, dies from injuries sustained in house fire  Yahoo Sports
4. NASCAR mourns Denny Hamlin’s father, says he ‘sacrificed greatly’ for son’s career  Fox News
5. NASCAR community has tough December with 2 former drivers, father of another driver killed  WBTV

'The Way It Should Be': Ravens vs. Steelers for the AFC North - Ravens Home | Baltimore Ravens – ...

1. 'The Way It Should Be': Ravens vs. Steelers for the AFC North  Ravens Home | Baltimore Ravens – baltimoreravens.com
2. Paul Zeise: There may be more at stake than the playoffs when the Steelers host the Ravens  Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
3. Steelers open as home underdogs to Ravens  Behind the Steel Curtain
4. Steelers-Ravens Week 18 game time announced  Steelers.com
5. Steelers rookie sends clear message to locker room after loss to Browns  PennLive

NFL sets kickoff time for Bears-Lions season finale - Chicago Bears Official Website

1. NFL sets kickoff time for Bears-Lions season finale  Chicago Bears Official Website
2. Lions' Dan Campbell reveals whether he'll rest starters against Bears  The Detroit News
3. KEY QUESTIONS: What is the team's mindset heading into final game?  Detroit Lions
4. Ben Johnson says Chicago Bears are ‘playing to win’ in Week 18 finale vs. Detroit Lions  Chicago Tribune
5. Before the Roar: Previewing Lions at Bears—and the 2026 offseason  Pride Of Detroit

Packers announce roster moves | Dec. 30, 2025 - Green Bay Packers – packers.com

1. Packers announce roster moves | Dec. 30, 2025  Green Bay Packers – packers.com
2. Former Auburn defensive back joins Green Bay Packers’ active roster  AL.com
3. Packers reunite with former draft pick, defensive tackle Jonathan Ford  PackersNews.com
4. Packers sign cornerbacks Shemar Bartholomew, Jaylin Simpson to active roster  NBC Sports
5. Who are the newcomers to Packers roster ahead of 2025 regular season finale?  Packers Wire

In Washington orchards, immigration crackdown sows fear and uncertainty - Washington State Standard

1. In Washington orchards, immigration crackdown sows fear and uncertainty  Washington State Standard
2. Fear, Uncertainty on ICE Raids Complicated 2025’s Labor Crisis  The Packer
3. Deportations are set to explode, a huge worry for farmers already facing a labor shortage  Nebraska Public Media

Broncos' Week 18 matchup vs. Chargers set for Sunday, Jan. 4 - Denver Broncos

1. Broncos' Week 18 matchup vs. Chargers set for Sunday, Jan. 4  Denver Broncos
2. Chargers rest Herbert; Lance to start vs. Broncos  ESPN
3. Chargers QB Justin Herbert to sit out regular-season finale vs. Broncos  NFL.com
4. Patriots receive some bad news over hopes of winning No. 1 seed in AFC  Boston.com
5. Chargers to rest Justin Herbert vs. Broncos, as Denver eyes No. 1 seed - The Athletic  The New York Times

Will 2026 free agent Jadeveon Clowney be back with Cowboys? - ESPN

1. Will 2026 free agent Jadeveon Clowney be back with Cowboys?  ESPN
2. Dallas Cowboys executive says America's Team "absolutely" wants to re-sign South Carolina football legend  On3
3. Stephen Jones: We’ll be talking to Jadeveon Clowney about returning right away  NBC Sports
4. Bring back Jadeveon Clowney? Stephen Jones says Cowboys are open to the idea  Dallas News
5. Jadeveon Clowney on future with Cowboys; free agency  Dallas Cowboys | Official Site of the Dallas Cowboys

10 passion projects that stood out at the movies this year - NPR

10 passion projects that stood out at the movies this year  NPRView Full Coverage on Google News

1 dead after plane crash near Fredericksburg, authorities say - KSAT

1. 1 dead after plane crash near Fredericksburg, authorities say  KSAT
2. Officials: 1 dead after plane crash in Fredericksburg  kens5.com
3. One person dead after small plane crashes near Fredericksburg  San Antonio Express-News
4. Fatal plane crash near Fredericksburg leaves one dead, investigation continues  WOAI
5. One fatality confirmed in Fredricksburg aircraft crash  KEYE

News & Notes: Lamar Jackson's Status Undetermined, But There's Optimism - Ravens Home | Baltimore...

1. News & Notes: Lamar Jackson's Status Undetermined, But There's Optimism  Ravens Home | Baltimore Ravens – baltimoreravens.com
2. Ravens say Lamar's status against Steelers TBD  ESPN
3. John Harbaugh makes it clear who the Ravens' starting quarterback is  Ravens Wire
4. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson’s back injury is more than a bruise. Just ask Luka Doncic.  The Baltimore Banner
5. Lamar Jackson Deserves the Benefit of the Doubt  Sports Illustrated

Tocchet in 'business mode' for return to Vancouver as Flyers coach - NHL.com

1. Tocchet in 'business mode' for return to Vancouver as Flyers coach  NHL.com
2. ‘I still root for those guys’: Rick Tocchet has no regrets ahead of his return to Vancouver  Philadelphia local news, sports, jobs, cars, homes
3. Canucks: What did Rick Tocchet know — and when?  The Province
4. Tocchet reflects on time in Vancouver ahead of visit with new-look Canucks  Sportsnet.ca
5. Former Canucks head coach Tocchet embracing return to Vancouver  TSN

Trail Blazers 125-122 Mavericks (Dec 29, 2025) Game Recap - ESPN

1. Trail Blazers 125-122 Mavericks (Dec 29, 2025) Game Recap  ESPN
2. The Mavs lose a close one to the Blazers, 125-122  Mavs Moneyball
3. Blazers Beat Mavs With Poise, Luck, and a Whole Lot of Love  Blazer's Edge
4. Begging, praying and, ultimately, a clutch-time win for the Trail Blazers over the Mavericks  OregonLive.com
5. 2 Best NBA Bets and Player Props for Mavericks at Trail Blazers  FanDuel

Missouri auditor warns of vanishing state general revenue surplus as spending rises - Missouri In...

1. Missouri auditor warns of vanishing state general revenue surplus as spending rises  Missouri Independent
2. Deficit spending will jeopardize Missouri’s financial health, state auditor says  FOX4KC.com
3. Missouri is in danger of draining a revenue surplus, auditor says  Columbia Missourian
4. Missouri faces budget crisis as spending exceeds inflation  Yahoo
5. Missouri auditor sounds alarm on state spending  First Alert 4

In a Historic Announcement, FEMA Rapidly Awards $250 Million to Secure U.S. Skies Ahead of the FI...

In a Historic Announcement, FEMA Rapidly Awards $250 Million to Secure U.S. Skies Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026  Homeland Security (.gov)

IRS sets 2026 business standard mileage rate at 72.5 cents per mile, up 2.5 cents - IRS (.gov)

1. IRS sets 2026 business standard mileage rate at 72.5 cents per mile, up 2.5 cents  IRS (.gov)
2. IRS hands workers bigger tax break for business expenses in 2026  Fox Business
3. IRS Increases 2026 Business Mileage Rate, Cuts Medical And Moving Rates  Forbes
4. IRS increases 2026 business mileage rate by 2.5 cents  Yahoo Finance
5. Standard business mileage rate to go up  Accounting Today

Leadership Transitions Announced as County Continues Transformation - San Diego County News Center

1. Leadership Transitions Announced as County Continues Transformation  San Diego County News Center
2. County names new top officials overseeing elections, technology, behavioral health  San Diego Union-Tribune
3. San Diego County names new department leaders, more hires ahead  Times of San Diego
4. New Leaders Step Up to Shape San Diego County's Future Through Innovation and Community Service  Hoodline
5. Tag: leadership  San Diego County News Center

Coral Adventurer: Passengers on stranded cruise ship to be flown back to Australia - BBC

1. Coral Adventurer: Passengers on stranded cruise ship to be flown back to Australia  BBC
2. Coral Adventurer passengers return with diverging accounts of cruise ship drama  The Guardian
3. Cruise Passengers Stranded After Ship Gets Stuck on Coral Reef  People.com
4. Cruise ship carrying 124 people runs aground in Papua New Guinea  USA Today
5. Passengers on Grounded Cruise Ship in Papua New Guinea Will be Flown Home  The Maritime Executive

The 'thorny' issues that threaten to derail a Russia-Ukraine peace deal - BBC

1. The 'thorny' issues that threaten to derail a Russia-Ukraine peace deal  BBC
2. OPINION: The 95% Peace Illusion: Why Putin, Enjoying Trump’s Empathy, Won’t Stop (Part 1)  Kyiv Post
3. Putin sends a signal to Trump on Ukraine proposals  Reuters
4. The Florida Framework—Sunshine, Symbolism and Searching for Peace | Opinion  Newsweek
5. Russia’s Maximalist Demands Remain Chief Obstacle to Peace  Foundation for Defense of Democracies

Dentist arrested on assault, unlawful restraint charges, San Antonio police say - KSAT

Dentist arrested on assault, unlawful restraint charges, San Antonio police say  KSAT

DHS, DOJ Announce Rule to Bar Asylum for Aliens Who Pose Security Threats and Public Health Risks...

1. DHS, DOJ Announce Rule to Bar Asylum for Aliens Who Pose Security Threats and Public Health Risks  USCIS (.gov)
2. US could block asylum on public health grounds under Trump regulation  Reuters
3. Trump Admin Announces Major Immigration Change From New Year’s Eve  Newsweek
4. New DHS rule could deny asylum to migrants posing public health risks  KATU
5. Asylum Seekers Considered Security Threats or Public Health Risks to be Barred  International Legal and Business Services Group

Fox could return from upper-body injury for Rangers against Capitals - NHL.com

1. Fox could return from upper-body injury for Rangers against Capitals  NHL.com
2. Rangers near a major boost with Adam Fox at ‘full capacity’ and return in sight  New York Post
3. Rangers Daily: Adam Fox ‘closer;’ Islanders’ Mat Barzal fined $5K  Forever Blueshirts
4. Adam Fox’s return is near. Here’s how much the Rangers missed him  The New York Times
5. Adam Fox And J.T. Miller Remain Out For Rangers, But There's Is Hope  Yahoo Sports

From the Podium: Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford discuss loss to Falcons on Monday Night Football...

1. From the Podium: Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford discuss loss to Falcons on Monday Night Football in Week 17  Rams
2. McVay won't rest Rams starters: 'They're playing'  ESPN
3. Sean McVay says Rams won't rest starters in Week 18 despite being out of NFC West race: 'We need to play better'  Yahoo Sports
4. Sean McVay Is Approaching Week 18 Differently This Year  Sports Illustrated
5. Will Rams rest starters in Week 18? Sean McVay gave a clear answer  Rams Wire

Michigan State 114-97 Cornell (Dec 29, 2025) Game Recap - ESPN

1. Michigan State 114-97 Cornell (Dec 29, 2025) Game Recap  ESPN
2. Couch: 3 quick takes on Michigan State basketball's 114-97 win over Cornell  Lansing State Journal
3. No. 9 MSU buries Cornell, sets up showdown vs. Nebraska  The Detroit News
4. Overheard in Michigan State’s locker room: Best-case scenario and man child  MLive.com
5. Men's Hoops Tests #9 Michigan State In 114-97 Shootout Loss  Cornell University Athletics

Newark Airport passenger may have exposed others to measles, New Jersey Health Department says - ...

1. Newark Airport passenger may have exposed others to measles, New Jersey Health Department says  ABC7 New York
2. Newark Liberty International Airport passenger may have exposed others to measles, NJ Health Department says  6abc Philadelphia
3. Officials Warn of Measles Exposure at U.S. Airport amid Busy Holiday Travel  People.com
4. Measles exposure alert issued for Newark airport due to infected traveler  NJ.com
5. World’s most contagious virus detected at 2 major US airports amid peak holiday traffic  New York Post