WATCH: Texas troopers, protesters clash outside ICE detention facility

Texas Department of Public Safety troopers fired pepper balls into a crowd of protesters outside an ICE detention facility Wednesday where a 5-year-old boy from the Minneapolis area is being held.

Ex-Illinois deputy sentenced for murder of Sonya Massey

Sean Grayson, the former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy who was convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting Sonya Massey in 2024, was sentenced on Thursday.

U.S. life expectancy reached new high in 2024: Here are the leading causes of death

Life expectancy in the U.S. rose to its highest in American history in 2024 as the COVID-19 pandemic dissipated and lower death rates were reported for all the nation’s top killers.

Why the next full moon is called the 'Snow Moon' — and how to see it

The 2026 'Snow Moon,' February’s full moon, peaks Sunday, Feb. 1. Named for winter’s snowier months, it will be visible at moonrise with easy viewing for skywatchers.

Planters looking for NUTmobile drivers - How to apply

Planters is looking for Peanutters to get behind the wheel of the NUTmobile and take the iconic vehicle on the road across the country visiting festivals, parades, college campuses, community events and more.

Withdrawal of ICE in MN depends on cooperation, Trump's border czar says

White House Border Czar Tom Homan, in his first briefing after taking over Operation Metro Surge, said he is working on a drawdown plan of federal agents in Minnesota, but it depends on cooperation with state and local officials.

ICE in Minnesota: Trump border czar says withdrawal of feds depends on cooperation

Immigration operations continue in Minnesota on Thursday. In White House Border Czar Tom Homan's first briefing after taking over Operation Metro Surge, he said they're working on a drawdown plan for federal agents in Minnesota, but it depends on cooperation with state and local officials. Find live updates on ICE operations in the state here.

Amy Klobuchar is running for Minnesota governor

U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has made it official, and is running for governor of Minnesota after Gov. Tim Walz dropped out of the race earlier this month.

Texas Democrats demand 5-year-old's release from ICE facility in Dilley

Three Texas Democrats visited the Dilley Detention Center demanding the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos. Liam and his father were taken into ICE custody in Minnesota last week.

Lawmakers visit child & father detained by ICE
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A 5-year-old detained by ICE in Minnesota is now being held at a detention center in Dilley, Texas. On Wednesday, hundreds gathered in San Antonio as officials demand his release.

Alex Pretti: Austin nurses gather at vigil to honor man killed by ICE

National Nurses United, the country’s largest union of registered nurses, has mobilized a week of action, hosting vigils to seek justice for Alex Pretti. He was killed by immigration officers in Minnesota.

First Texas execution of 2026 is Houston double murderer

Charles Thompson, who was convicted of murdering of his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend in 1999, was the person executed in Texas this year.

Texas bans popular Chinese apps including Shein, Temu on state-issued devices

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has expanded a ban on Chinese-linked hardware, software, and AI tools, including major brands like Shein and Temu, across all state agencies to protect Texans' data from foreign exploitation.

FBI agents spend hours searching Fulton County election facility

Federal agents carried out a law enforcement action Wednesday at a Fulton County election facility located in Fairburn.