U.S. & World

Federal agents were involved in a shooting incident in the Willowbrook area of Los Angeles, raising concerns about law enforcement activities. Separately, the FBI announced the solving of the Colonial Parkway murders using new technology, bringing closure to a long-standing case. A House panel voted to hold the Clintons in contempt as part of the Jeffrey Epstein probe, signaling renewed scrutiny of their involvement.

In Minnesota, a US court has ruled that ICE can arrest and pepper-spray peaceful protesters. The US Supreme Court appears skeptical of Trump's bid to remove Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board.

Turkish President Erdogan has denounced Israel's recognition of Somaliland, calling it 'unacceptable,' highlighting ongoing tensions and diplomatic disagreements in the region. Former President Trump has announced a 'framework' for a future deal on Greenland, signaling a potential shift in US policy towards the territory and dropping a previous tariff threat.

Businesses in Minneapolis are suffering significant losses due to ongoing anti-ICE unrest, with some describing the situation as being 'like the pandemic all over again,' indicating a severe economic downturn in the area. Ford has announced a recall of approximately 119,000 vehicles because of a fire risk associated with engine block heaters, which can negatively affect the company's finances and reputation.

An extreme cold weather event accompanied by major snow is expected to impact millions of people across the United States, according to weather maps. This poses a threat to infrastructure, travel, and public safety, and requires preparedness measures across the affected regions.

Anti-ICE protests in Minneapolis are causing significant disruption to local businesses. The situation is so dire that some business owners are comparing it to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. These protests highlight the ongoing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement policies and their effect on communities.

A U.S. court ruled that ICE has the authority to arrest and use pepper spray against peaceful protesters in Minnesota. This decision raises concerns about freedom of speech and the rights of individuals to protest government actions.