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Massive Wildfires Devastate Los Angeles Area: 80,000 Evacuated, 2 Dead

Massive wildfires ravaged the Los Angeles area early Wednesday, destroying over 1,000 structures and claiming at least two lives.

FDA Adds Warning to Two RSV Vaccines

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccines from GSK and Pfizer will carry warnings for an increased risk of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), the U.S. Food Drug Administration (FDA) said.

Michigan Lawmakers Take Oath as Republicans Regain Control of State House

Michigan’s newly elected lawmakers will be sworn in Wednesday in Lansing, officially kicking off the 2025 legislative session. The day marks a shift in state politics as Republicans reclaim control of the Michigan House of Representatives after two years of Democratic leadership.

Florida Grand Jury Finds ‘Profound and Serious Issues’ with COVID Vaccine Development

A statewide grand jury that convened in 2022 upon the request of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) concluded that there is no evidence of criminal activity linked to the COVID-19 vaccines.

Meta Ends Controversial Fact-Checking Program, Shifts Toward Community-Driven Moderation

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced Tuesday that the company is ending its third-party fact-checking initiative, replacing it with a user-driven “Community Notes” model. The decision comes after years of criticism over the program’s alleged suppression of conservative voices and promotion of left-leaning agendas.

West Hollywood Fire Contained Amid Windstorm Chaos

Firefighters contained a blaze in West Hollywood on Tuesday morning near Sunset Boulevard, as powerful winds created dangerous fire conditions across Southern California. The fire, reported at 10:10 a.m. near Sunset and La Cienega boulevards, prompted a swift response from crews.

Parents of Teen Killed in 2010 Plead with Governor Newsom to Block Parole of Convicted Driver

The parents of Emily Shane, a 13-year-old girl tragically killed in 2010 by a suicidal driver on the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), are urging California Governor Gavin Newsom to reverse a parole board's decision to release the felon responsible for her death.

7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Near Mount Everest Kills at Least 126 in Tibet

A powerful earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale struck near Mount Everest on Tuesday, leaving at least 126 people dead and 188 injured in Tibet, according to reports from China's state media.

Gov. Abbott Increases Anti-Terrorism Resources

Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) announced that he has directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to bolster the state's Anti-Terrorism Task Force resources. The announcement follows the terror attack in New Orleans.

Kentucky Mayor Declares ‘Snow Emergency’ Over Town

Mayor Linda Gorton declared a snow emergency in Lexington, Kentucky this week as the city continues to experience heavy snowfall, with more expected in the coming days.

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