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Trump Administration Urges Continuation of White House Ballroom Amid Historic Preservation Lawsuit

Ethan R. Coleman December 16, 2025

In a surprising move, the Trump administration filed a court document on Monday insisting that the White House ballroom project must proceed, citing...

Shelley Martin holds a Bible with solemn expression and Darryl praying in a dim church pew

Crime News Local News

Religious Leaders Arrested in 2010 Child Murder and 2023 Disappearance Case

Ethan R. Coleman December 16, 2025

Case 1: 2010 Child Murder Darryl and Shelley Martin, who headed the Hemet‑based "His Way Spirit Led Assemblies," were arrested in connection with...

Blurry Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama leap with glowing orange fists and basketballs T‑Mobile Arena Las Vegas cityscape

NBA News Sports News

Knicks Face Spurs in 2025 NBA Cup Final on Dec. 16

Ethan R. Coleman December 16, 2025

On Tuesday, December 16, the NBA Cup Final will pit the New York Knicks against the San Antonio Spurs at T‑Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, a neutral venue...

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Government News Military News Safety

Navy Report Exposes Growing Risks in V‑22 Osprey, Calls for Urgent Fixes

Ethan R. Coleman December 16, 2025

Twenty service members have died in V‑22 Osprey accidents over the last four years, a death toll that has prompted a Navy report that calls the...

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San Diego Zoo Welcomes 12-Year-Old Giant Anteater Laura Garcia, Announces Genetic Breakthrough

Ethan R. Coleman December 16, 2025

San Diego Zoo & Wildlife Alliance has just added a new ambassador to its collection, a 12‑year‑old female giant anteater named Laura Garcia, who...

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Entertainment News News Report

Anthony Geary, Iconic ‘General Hospital’ Actor, Dies at 78

Ethan R. Coleman December 16, 2025

Anthony Geary, the actor who brought Luke Spencer to life on "General Hospital," has died at 78, a loss felt across the soap opera...

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Michael Bradley Takes the Helm of the New York Red Bulls, Following in His Father’s Footsteps

Ethan R. Coleman December 16, 2025

Michael Bradley, the former U.S. captain who once dazzled fans across the globe, has stepped into a familiar role for the New York Red Bulls. On...

Diego Pavia sits atop his football helmet with stadium lights behind him reflecting a football field

College Football Sports News

Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia Apologizes After Heisman Runner‑Up Controversy

Ethan R. Coleman December 16, 2025

Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt’s quarterback, apologized after finishing second in the Heisman Trophy voting, following a series of controversial posts that...

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Legal News Local News

LA City Faces New Lawsuit Over Failure to Contain Lachman Fire, Fueling Palisades Blaze

Ethan R. Coleman December 16, 2025

A new lawsuit filed last Friday has added to a growing list of legal actions against Los Angeles city and county officials, accusing them of...

Philip Rivers stands at Lucas Oil Stadium with neon lights on his helmet behind the sky.

NFL Sports News

Philip Rivers Returns from Retirement to Face 49ers in Week 16 Monday Night Football

Ethan R. Coleman December 16, 2025

In a stunning comeback from retirement, Philip Rivers is set to face the San Francisco 49ers again on Monday Night Football at Lucas Oil Stadium in...