The Austin City Council is preparing to vote on a proposed $2 million contract for artificial intelligence-powered surveillance in city parks, while also considering new rules intended to strengthen oversight of such technology.
More than 100 sea turtles rescued after a winter storm were released into the Gulf of Mexico on Thursday, drawing crowds of families, volunteers and spectators along the shoreline.
Former federal prosecutors who worked on January 6 Capitol riot cases have drafted a memo giving Congress a detailed strategy to investigate alleged excessive force and potential violations by ICE agents in Minneapolis. The document urges Congressional committees to seek records, compel testimony, review use-of-force policies, and hold public and closed hearings. It outlines possible subpoenas, evidence-handling procedures, and engagement with local groups and experts. The memo does not reach conclusions on the allegations and serves as a roadmap for potential oversight.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy Awards acceptance speech to criticize U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, declaring “ICE out” and stating “we’re not aliens.” The Puerto Rican artist addressed immigration enforcement and the treatment of immigrants during the live broadcast, drawing social media reaction and renewed attention to ICE’s role in U.S. immigration policy. The moment added immigration to a list of social and political issues raised on the Grammy stage by high-profile performers.
Federal immigration authorities released five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody on Sunday, one day after a federal court ordered their release. The case highlights judicial oversight of immigration detention involving minors. Public records show the judge directed ICE to free both child and parent, and the agency complied without delay. Officials did not disclose further details about the family’s case or immigration status.
Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on Saturday killed at least 23 Palestinians, including women and children, marking one of the deadliest days since the October ceasefire aimed at halting fighting in the territory.
Elena Rybakina claimed her second Grand Slam title on Saturday, defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in the Australian Open women’s singles final.
Posting on Instagram, Vasquez wrote, “Sharing you some of my childhood with so much pride and full heart. This is the very home where I started to dream.”
San Miguel Beer star and PBA Philippine Cup Best Player of the Conference June Mar Fajardo reassured fans that his right knee injury is minor after a scare in Game 5 of the Finals against TNT.
The Department of Tourism (DOT) said Friday that the report underscores the sector’s role in driving economic growth and resilience.