Iranian state television reportedly showed a clip of former President Trump urging Iranians to rise up. Officials and independent verification are still limited, so treat initial reports with caution.
A woman was killed at a Fairfax County bus stop. Authorities charged a 32-year-old man with murder and say he had dozens of prior arrests. The case has reopened questions about local charging and release policies.
Actor Shia LaBeouf faces a new simple battery charge after an alleged bar fight in New Orleans during Mardi Gras. A second victim came forward, prompting a new arrest warrant; the judge set bond at $100,000 and ordered rehab and weekly drug tests.
Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly criticized President Trump after a reported US‑Israel strike in Iran, saying the move breaks America First promises and risks the trust of younger voters.
Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the War Department will stop sending officers to several Ivy League and elite schools for professional military education starting in the 2026-27 year and will review internal war colleges to refocus on combat readiness.
A family seafood spot in Baltimore answered online critics after Team USA's Olympic hockey win. The reply went viral. Here is the backstory, the pushback, and where the money is going.
Minnesota's Freedom Caucus has filed articles of impeachment against Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison, citing alleged massive fraud in pandemic-era aid programs and claims of whistleblower retaliation. The move sets up state and federal scrutiny, with testimony and possible trials ahead.
Russian state outlets say Pavel Durov and Telegram helped coordinate attacks. Durov calls the case a political move to curb privacy and speech. The allegations come with big numbers from the FSB and blunt rhetoric from Kremlin spokespeople.