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Elections January 27

New York, California projected to lose 6 House seats to red states after 2030, census analysis shows

Blue states like New York and California are projected to lose six congressional seats to Republican states by 2030. Texas and Florida are expected to gain eight.

Wild Nature January 27

America’s national bird lays second egg at famed California nest as nesting season continues

Jackie the bald eagle laid a second egg three days after first of the season as Friends of Big Bear Valley nonprofit captures precise timing on livestream.

Utah January 27

Utah children’s author Kouri Richins says state threatened witnesses ahead of trial in husband’s poisoning

Utah mother accused of poisoning husband faces witness intimidation claims before murder trial. Defense alleges prosecution threatened witnesses.

California January 27

Trump aims to fast-track LA rebuild with executive order to bypass California red tape

President Donald Trump signed an executive order to bypass California permits to rebuild homes destroyed in last year's wildfires in Los Angeles.

California January 27

California toddler falls out of moving car, mother charged

Police in California, arrested a mother on felony child abuse charges after viral video showed a 19-month-old child falling from a moving SUV.

Politics January 27

Federal judge blocks Trump DOJ access to Oregon voter rolls

A federal judge in Oregon blocked the Trump administration's request for access to the state's unredacted voter rolls on Monday.

Media January 26

California progressives think Newsom courting conservatives on his podcast is a 'tough swallow'

Gov. Gavin Newsom faced backlash from California progressives over hosting conservative guests on his podcast as he potentially launches a 2028 presidential bid.

NBA January 26

Former Trail Blazers center Chris Dudley makes second run for governor of Oregon

Former NBA player Chris Dudley announced his governor run in Oregon for 2026, joining a crowded Republican field to challenge Gov. Tina Kotek.

Bryan Kohberger January 26

Unsealed records in Idaho student murders detail victims' injuries, final movements

A forensic account of the 2022 University of Idaho slayings revealed specific injury counts and new analysis regarding the students' final movements.

Washington January 26

Knife-wielding nut allegedly asked Christian his religion – then stabbed him and dog before police shot him

Armed Washington suspect died after police shooting following alleged stabbing attack on man and dog that occurred after asking victim about Christian faith in Parkland on Sunday.

Crime January 26

'Starry Night Murderer' allegedly terrorizing people after early prison release, parole violations

Larry Hurwitz, convicted in 1990 murder case, allegedly violated parole and faces new domestic violence charges in Clackamas County with $500,000 bail set.