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Elizabeth Smart reveals her kidnapper tried to abduct her teen cousin as his ‘next wife’
Elizabeth Smart’s captor was already planning his next crime — abducting her teen cousin and declaring her his new “wife.” “I remember he said to me, ‘She’s supposed to be the next wife,’” Smart, 38, told Fox News Digital. “He had a whole plan to kidnap seven young girls, and…
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Border Patrol-involved shooting reported in Minneapolis
A Border Patrol-involved shooting has reportedly taken place in Minneapolis, Minn., at the intersection of East 26th Street and Nicollet Ave., law enforcement sources tell Fox News. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) told Fox News that the suspect was armed with a gun and two magazines. “We are aware…
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Parents’ relentless hunt for missing daughter heats up as new tech breathes life into case
Two decades after Jennifer Kesse mysteriously disappeared, her parents say they continue to search for their daughter every day as emerging technology gives them a sense of optimism. Jennifer Kesse was 24 years old when she vanished on January 24, 2006, after failing to show up for work in Orlando,…
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Campus Radicals: Union member tell-all, Dems back to DEI ways, more violent leftist threats on campus
Teachers unions largely stole the Campus Radicals show last week, dominating coverage in Fox News Digital’s investigative series, which included a whistleblower tell-all from a current National Education Association (NEA) member. In other news, one blue state moved to reinstate DEI into the classroom, while a college Republican was threatened…
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More than 15,000 US flights have now been disrupted by America’s massive winter storm
The massive winter storm set to hit states across the country has caused more than 15,000 flight disruptions as Americans brace for snow, ice and low temperatures. As of 5:40 a.m. on Saturday, the website FlightAware.com, which provides real-time data on flight disruptions, noted that nearly 10,000 flights had been…
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Virginia Democrats blasted for threatening historic military college VMI with funding threat over DEI concerns
Virginia Democrats in the state’s House of Delegates introduced a resolution on Tuesday that would establish a task force to investigate the Virginia Military Institute and determine if the historic military college should continue to receive funding. The move is the latest of Virginia Democrats’ efforts to reinvigorate Diversity, Equity…
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Virginia Democrats frustrate law enforcement with bill axing prison time for violent crime, expert warns
A new bill proposed by Democrats in the Virginia state legislature is raising concerns regarding the removal of minimum prison sentences for various violent felony crimes. Within days of Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger being sworn in, members of her party introduced a flurry of amendments looking to end mandatory minimum…
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Man who allegedly threatened to shoot ICE agents had rifles, body armor and ammo cache, feds say
A Columbus, Ohio, man who allegedly posted threats to “shoot” and “blast” federal immigration agents on social media has been federally charged after agents later found rifles, ammunition and body armor inside his home, prosecutors said. Justin Mesael Novoa, 21, was charged with making threatening interstate communications, including threats to…
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Thousands march through Minneapolis, swarm Target Center demanding ICE removal from Minnesota
Anti-ICE agitators, including activists and clergy, swarmed outside the entrance of the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis Friday, rallying to halt federal immigration enforcement in the blue city following the “ICE Out of MN: Day of Truth and Freedom” march. Thousands of people marched Friday from The Commons in downtown…
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Former special counsel Jack Smith testifies at House hearing regarding Trump investigations
Former special counsel Jack Smith appeared publicly before the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday for the first time, forcefully defending his investigations into Donald Trump and warning that the rule of law in the United States must not be taken for granted. Smith oversaw two federal probes that led to…
First trilateral talks between US/Russia/Ukraine to be held in UAE
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced Thursday that representatives from Ukraine, Russia and the United States will hold their first-ever trilateral talks in the United Arab Emirates this week, marking a potentially significant step in efforts to end the nearly four-year war. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland,…
House Oversight Committee to depose Ghislaine Maxwell on Feb. 9
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee plans to depose Ghislaine Maxwell on Feb. 9 as part of its ongoing investigation into the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. According to a source familiar with the planning, the deposition will be conducted virtually. Maxwell was convicted in 2022 of helping…
E.U. halts approval of U.S. trade deal after Trump escalates Greenland tariff threats
European lawmakers have indefinitely suspended work on a long-negotiated trade agreement with the United States, deepening tensions after President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs tied to his push for U.S. control of Greenland. The decision was made Wednesday by senior members of the European Parliament handling the agreement, halting the…
Justice Department issues subpoenas to Walz, Frey, other Minnesota Leaders as immigration dispute deepens
The Justice Department has issued a series of grand jury subpoenas to top Minnesota officials, dramatically escalating a federal investigation into whether state and local leaders interfered with immigration enforcement during a sweeping federal operation in the Twin Cities. According to documents and multiple people familiar with the matter, subpoenas…
Surge of measles cases in South Carolina raises alarm over elimination status
South Carolina’s measles outbreak continues to intensify, with state health officials confirming 88 additional infections this week, pushing the total to 646 cases since October. The South Carolina Department of Public Health said the vast majority of cases remain concentrated in the Upstate region, particularly Spartanburg County near the North…
Frozen chicken breast sold in 7 states recalled due to potential listeria risk
Federal officials announced that a Georgia-based food producer has recalled nearly 14,000 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken after testing indicated a potential contamination with listeria. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), Suzanna’s Kitchen, headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, is voluntarily recalling approximately 13,720 pounds of…
Luxury fashion designer Valentino Garavani dies at age 93
Italian fashion icon Valentino Garavani, whose name became synonymous with timeless glamour and impeccable elegance, has died at the age of 93, according to an announcement from his foundation on Monday. He passed away at his home in Rome, surrounded by loved ones. The cause of death was not immediately…
Pentagon readies 1,500 troops for potential deployment to Minnesota
The U.S. military has directed roughly 1,500 active-duty Army personnel to be ready for a potential mission to Minnesota, according to U.S. defense officials, as tensions rise following large demonstrations tied to federal immigration enforcement efforts. Citing unnamed defense officials, The Washington Post reported that the army placed the units…
National Sports
Christian McCaffrey, Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford among finalists for 2025 NFL MVP award
The NFL on Thursday unveiled the full slate of finalists for its eight major Associated Press awards, setting the stage for the annual NFL Honors ceremony on Feb. 5 in San Francisco. The event, hosted by Jon Hamm, will celebrate the league’s top performers from the 2025 regular season, with…
Lindsey Vonn, Mikaela Shiffrin and Chloe Kim lead Winter Olympic Ski & Snowboard Team
U.S. Ski & Snowboard on Thursday announced a 97-member roster that will represent the United States at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The team includes 73 skiers and 24 snowboarders who will compete from Feb. 6–22 across venues in Milan, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Bormio, Livigno, Val di Fiemme and Valtellina,…
New York Mets acquire outfielder Luis Robert Jr. in trade with Chicago White Sox
The New York Mets have acquired center fielder Luis Robert Jr. from the Chicago White Sox, sending infielder Luisangel Acuña and right-handed pitching prospect Truman Pauley to Chicago. Robert, 28, debuted with Chicago in 2020, winning a Gold Glove and finishing second in AL Rookie of the Year voting. He…
Bills QB Josh Allen may require procedure on injured foot; will not impact OTAs in offseason
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen may require an offseason procedure to address an injured right foot – however, team officials believe it will not interfere with his spring schedule. General manager Brandon Beane said that while the issue could require medical attention, he emphasized that Allen is expected to be…
Golden State Warriors’ Jimmy Butler to miss remainder of season with ACL tear
The Golden State Warriors’ recent surge came to an abrupt stop Monday night, as forward Jimmy Butler suffered a torn right ACL that will sideline him for the remainder of the season, a crushing blow to a team that had regained momentum in the Western Conference playoff race. Butler’s agent,…
Tennessee Titans to hire Robert Saleh as new head coach
The Tennessee Titans have selected San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh as their next head coach, finalizing their search late Monday, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Saleh is expected to sign a five-year deal, meeting in person with Titans officials in Nashville on Monday after what was initially planned…
Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet to miss remainder of season after suffering torn ACL
The Seattle Seahawks will have to continue their postseason run without running back Zach Charbonnet after he suffered a serious knee injury that will sideline him for the remainder of the playoffs, head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed Monday. “He’s got a significant knee injury unfortunately,” Macdonald said. “Breaks your heart.…
Buffalo Bills fire head coach Sean McDermott after 9 seasons
The Buffalo Bills announced Monday they have fired head coach Sean McDermott, ending his nine-season tenure after the franchise once again fell short of reaching the Super Bowl. The decision came two days after the Bills’ season ended with a dramatic 33-30 overtime loss to the Denver Broncos in the…
Rams beat Bears 20-17 in overtime to advance to NFC Championship Game
The Los Angeles Rams defeated the Chicago Bears 20-17 in overtime on Sunday at Soldier Field, and will now head to Seattle for the NFC Championship Game next week – for the first time since they won Super Bowl LVI during the 2021 season. The Bears tied the game with…
Entertainment Headlines
2026 Oscar nominees: ‘Sinners’ breaks record with 16 nominations
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, with Danielle Brooks (“The Color Purple”) and Lewis Pullman (“Thunderbolts*”) revealing the list of nominees from the Samuel Goldwyn Theater at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences headquarters in Beverly Hills, Calif. Director Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ leads…
Teyana Taylor, Alexander Skarsgård to host, Cardi B as musical guest for upcoming ‘SNL’ episodes
Saturday Night Live will feature a star-studded lineup of hosts and musical guests for its last two episodes in January. One Battle After Another star Teyana Taylor will make her debut as guest host on Jan. 24, with hipster indie rock band Geese as musical guest for the first time;…
Professor X, Magneto, and Cyclops return in new ‘Avengers: Doomsday” teaser
The X-Men are officially back, with Patrick Stewart’s Professor Charles Xavier and Ian McKellan’s Magneto returning in a new teaser for Avengers: Doomsday, which also features James Marsden’s Cyclops. It was also previously confirmed that a number of X-Men characters will return, played by their original actors; including: Kelsey Grammer (Beast),…
Meghan Trainor and husband Daryl Sabara welcome third baby together via surrogate
Singer Meghan Trainor, 32, and her husband, actor Daryl Sabara, 33, announced they welcomed their third child via surrogate on Jan. 18. Trainor shared an Instagram post about her new daughter’s arrival, writing: “Our baby girl Mikey Moon Trainor has finally made it to the world thanks to our incredible,…
Green Day opening Super Bowl LX with anniversary ceremony
The NFL has announced that Green Day will open Super Bowl LX with a ceremony celebrating the Super Bowl’s 60th anniversary on Sunday, February 8th at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Green Day previously announced plans to be in San Francisco during Super Bowl weekend with February 6 gig…
Trevor Noah returning to host 2026 Grammy Awards
Trevor Noah will return for the sixth – and final – time as host of the 2026 Grammy Awards, taking place on Sunday, February 1st from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Noah, who will also serve as an executive producer, has hosted the Grammys since 2020. The comedian, 41,…
Luxury fashion designer Valentino Garavani dies at age 93
Italian fashion icon Valentino Garavani, whose name became synonymous with timeless glamour and impeccable elegance, has died at the age of 93, according to an announcement from his foundation on Monday. He passed away at his home in Rome, surrounded by loved ones. The cause of death was not immediately…
’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ falls short with $15M opening weekend behind ‘Avatar 3’
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple opened with a disappointing $15 million over the MLK weekend, falling short of $20 million projections and losing the box office crown to the holdover hit ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ which took in around $17.2 million. Now in its fifth weekend, Avatar 3 has…
Michael J. Fox joins Harrison Ford in Season 3 trailer for ‘Shrinking’ on Apple TV+
Season 3 of the Apple TV+ series Shrinking will feature Michael J. Fox in a guest starring appearance, which also marks his return to acting. Fox stepped away from his career in 2020 due to speech issues associated with his Parkinson’s diagnosis. A trailer for the series showed Fox in…