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Reports of mysterious drones flying in the night sky are raising questions across the East Coast and beyond, with sightings reported in New Jersey, other East Coast states, and as far away as Arizona. Officials and residents alike are puzzled, with theories ranging from government operations to private experiments.

Authorities in Ventura County arrested 37 individuals, including 21 adults and 16 juveniles, during a retail theft blitz operation at the Pacific View Mall in Ventura.

The Wright-Patterson Air Force Base closed for four hours over the weekend after mysterious drones were spotted over its airspace.

At least four people were killed and five others were wounded in a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin.

The Los Angeles City Council voted to pass a $30 minimum wage for hotel and airport employees.

President-elect Donald Trump and SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son announced that SoftBank is investing $100 billion in the United States.

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made her Broadway debut over the weekend in a one-night performance in "& Juliet."

House Oversight Chairman Rep. James Comer (R-KY) announced that he supports Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (R-NY) for the committee's ranking member.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s testimony in his corruption trial was postponed on Monday under special circumstances, sparking speculation about critical developments regarding either a hostage deal with Hamas or a potential military strike on Iran.

Chicago experienced another violent weekend, with at least 16 people shot, including four fatalities, under Mayor Brandon Johnson’s leadership. Gun violence continues to plague the city, which has already seen 544 homicides in 2024, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.