Trump pressures journalist to accept doctored photo as real: 'Why don't you just say yes?' Head Start funding cuts threaten MA early childhood program success; FL tomato industry enters new era as U.S.-Mexico trade agreement ends; KY's federal preschool funding faces uncertain future.

5-year-old boy taken by ICE in Minneapolis being held with father at Texas facility; Kentucky parents worried about losing child care assistance; Mental health advocates: NYS must increase youth investments; MN schools elevate Native American teachings with book series; AI growth raises job loss concerns for Black PA workers.

Trump backs off tariffs and threats of invasion with a new framework for a deal on Greenland. A Report finds pros and cons in the US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement and ICE's tactics draw academic interest.

UK holds off joining Trump's Board of Peace over Putin concerns; MA Haitian community braces for TPS ruling, possible deportations; $2M grant expands WI shelter, recovery services; Ohio ethics complaint calls for review of senator s energy ties.

Wall Street posts biggest daily drop in three months, Trump Greenland tariff threat triggers wide selloff' MN doctors, police chiefs call for end to ICE tactics, presence; Planned Parenthood of TX continues to serve patients despite cuts; Midwest professor warns of rising authoritarian tactics in U.S.

Federal prosecutors threaten protestors who disrupted a MN church service, as others rally nationwide to mark MLK Jr. Day and the first year of Trump's second term. Watchdogs raise concerns on NV's ballot initiative process and NV's vote challenges.

Trump says he will '100%' carry out Greenland tariffs threat, as EU vows to protect its interests; EV sales are way down, but industry experts remain optimistic; Report: MD metros rely heavily on immigrants for home construction; WI energy bills rise as Trump marks one year in office.

Rare southern snow and Northeast storm disrupt holiday travel plans across U.S.; MLK day of service highlights health equity and quitting support in GA; MLK Day in PA features justice festival supporting immigrants; Statewide strike encouraged in MN in response to ICE.

Maria Corina Machado says she presented Trump with her Nobel peace prize medal; ME braces for ICE crackdown as Trump threatens Insurrection Act; Calls grow for oversight amid MS prison deaths; AI innovation causes inequity concerns for Black IL residents.

Rural Appalachia is being eyed for massive AI centers, but locals are pushing back, some farmers say government payments meant to ease tariff burdens won't cover their losses and rural communities explore novel ways to support home-based childcare.

Senate blocks measure to restrict Venezuela strikes after Trump flips two Republicans; PA coal mine reclamation funds at risk as bill seeks to repurpose $500M; U.S. political climate makes jobs tougher to find for trans folks; Proposed federal cuts could mean fewer nurses for MO patients.

Political leaders sharpen housing and auto affordability arguments as midterms approach. Democrats work to engage minority voters who have been staying on the sidelines and California watchdogs have their eyes on plans for a new city backed by tech billionaires.

Vance and Rubio to hold meeting on Greenland as Trump faces Venezuela war powers vote; Pro-democracy groups question plans to build new CA city; Experts: EPA's delay of wastewater standards a setback for Ohio River; Nurses say OR hospital is violating safe staffing laws.

Arson suspect targeted Mississippi synagogue for its 'Jewish Ties,' F.B.I. Says; ICE in Minnesota: Rural town waits with worry; Advocates for trans student athletes rally outside SCOTUS; Postal union: Rural OR impacted most by mail slowdown.

Anti-ICE protests sweep the nation, as the Trump administration defends the actions of the agent who shot a Minnesota woman. The SCOTUS is set to debate transgender student athletes rights and Dems wrestle with a 'diploma divide.'

Nearly 15,000 nurses go on strike at major New York City hospitals; Indiana lawmakers push protections during surgery; Kentucky's pension system has improved but funding gaps persist; VA advocates say, 'renovictions' displace residents, harm affordability.

Epstein files: Reps ask judge to appoint monitor to ensure all documents released; US Border agents shoot, wound two people in Portland, city officials say; Under ICE tensions, MN faith leaders lean into community mission; IN death penalty bill stirs controversy, contradictions; Report: Political debates causing more stress, ending friendships.

Debt collectors may soon be knocking on doors in Kentucky over unpaid utility bills, a new Colorado law could help homeowners facing high property insurance due to wildfire risk, and after deadly flooding, Texas plans a new warning system.

Fatal shooting in MN fuels calls for ICE to scale back its presence; New US dietary guidelines urge less sugar, more protein and make a nod to beef tallow; FL dives into national redistricting fight, prompting partisan and legal clash; NYS bill requiring K-12 education of Jan. 6th attack is reintroduced; New USPS postmark rule could affect MT Native voters.

Five years after the January 6th riot, watchdogs warn that disputes over voter data, mail-in ballot rules, could hamper smooth and fair midterms. They say misinformation is still undermining confidence in American elections.

Trump administration freezes billions in social services funding to five Democratic states; House GOP faces internal divisions, challenges on agenda and questions from Trump; Eastern Kentuckians say proposed rate hikes will further hurt region; SD expert helps make sense of U.S. military action in Venezuela; Free or low-cost ways Oregonians can save on heating bills.

Hegseth starts proceedings against Sen. Mark Kelly over his remarks; AR public school enrollment falls as vouchers are available to all; IN coal plants benefit from EPA pause; Vigils outside MA ICE facility attract growing number of activists; Postal changes threaten rural mail-in voters in FL, advocates say.

Americans are reacting to military operations in oil-rich Venezuela, and wondering what comes next. Maryland prepares for a political battle over redistricting and the now former NYC mayor vetoes a bill designed to lower rents.

After Maduro, who's next? Trump spurs speculation about his plans for Greenland, Cuba and Colombia; Michiganders brace for higher health insurance premiums this new year; Report: Second chance hiring has lasting community benefits; Lower drug costs for OR seniors are here.