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February 16

California surfer murdered in apparent robbery at his home in Costa Rica: reports

An expat hotel owner was killed at his home in Costa Rica over the weekend. Local reports say that two suspects fled after reportedly stealing valuables.

February 16

Montana governor launches sanctuary crackdown, probes capital city over ICE limits

Montana governor launches investigation into Helena for allegedly violating statewide sanctuary city ban, promising penalties for violations of state law.

February 15

California mom convicted after son dies in hot car while mother got lip fillers: 'Defendant chose her looks'

California mom Maya Hernandez pleads guilty in hot car death of 1-year-old son after reportedly leaving children for cosmetic procedure in lethal heat.

February 15

Department of War transports next-generation reactor in nuclear energy milestone

Department of War airlifts nuclear reactor via C-17 aircraft from California to Utah, advancing Trump's nuclear energy executive order for military use.

February 15

Mystery solved? 150-year-old alcohol found in Utah may not be beer after all

Distillery experts taste-tested a mysterious 150-year-old bottle discovered at a Utah archaeological site. Lab results suggest it may contain apple cider with fruity, aged flavors.

February 14

Amtrak adding over 80 new trains in massive overhaul of fleet; travelers react

Amtrak will unveil new Airo trains this summer, marking the largest fleet replacement since 1971. The $8 billion modernization brings significant upgrades, and travelers weighed in.

February 14

San Francisco residents band together to shut down reparations fund, claiming it’s ‘dividing’ the city

San Francisco faces a lawsuit over a reparations fund that allegedly discriminates based on race. The Pacific Legal Foundation is challenging an ordinance that benefits Black residents.

February 14

Popular cruise company abruptly shuts down, disrupting upcoming vacations

A beloved cruise ship company abruptly closed after 15 years, shocking customers. Vacation plans have been disrupted. Passengers will receive refunds, the cruise line said.

February 14

Hawaii cruise thrown into chaos after emergency at sea forces port change

An Emerald Princess cruise ship harbor pilot fell into the water near Kauai after slipping from a rope ladder amid rough seas. The crew quickly rescued the pilot, who was uninjured.

February 14

Cal State prof warns scrapping SAT in name of ‘inclusivity’ is leaving students unprepared

California professor warns scrapping standardized testing for "inclusivity" harms students, leaving them unprepared for college coursework and struggling.