Bexar County opens five warming centers in response to forecasted cold weather, providing residents a safe haven. The centers offer warmth and safety, urging visitors to bring personal supplies. Community efforts focus on disseminating information and ensuring transportation accessibility.
Due to a weather forecast predicting dangerously low temperatures, Donald Trump’s 2017 inauguration ceremony was moved indoors to the Capitol Rotunda. Despite this change, safety measures were prioritized, logistics were coordinated meticulously, and the ceremony went ahead, signifying a transition of power.
The AMBER Alert for Tess Mavligit and Mackenzie June from Ingram has been canceled after they were found safely. The alert highlighted the community’s swift response and law enforcement’s effective use of the AMBER Alert system to ensure child safety.
The Supreme Court has upheld a law potentially banning TikTok in the U.S., amid concerns over data privacy and national security. Lawmakers argue the app poses risks due to its Chinese ownership. TikTok voices disappointment, highlighting its U.S. compliance efforts. The decision fuels ongoing debates about technology, privacy, and international relations.
The FTC has filed a lawsuit against PepsiCo, alleging price discrimination favoring Walmart over smaller stores. The case, based on the Robinson-Patman Act, accuses PepsiCo of giving Walmart pricing benefits not available to other retailers. The outcome could impact retail pricing practices.
The FDA has banned Red Dye No. 3 due to health concerns, affecting 3,000 products. This decision follows years of scientific research and pressure from consumer advocacy groups.
Hilary Duff and husband Matthew Koma offered shelter to Mandy Moore’s family after their home was destroyed by California wildfires. The couple’s act highlights community support amid ongoing crisis, with many families displaced and seeking aid.
The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing Texas’s age-verification law for porn websites, part of a broader state trend impacting privacy and digital regulation. This legal debate addresses how to protect minors online while considering privacy and freedom concerns.
President Biden’s directive to fly flags at half-staff in tribute to former President Jimmy Carter applies only to federal properties, not state ones. States like Texas and Alabama have chosen not to lower flags on state properties, reflecting their autonomy.
Speaker Mike Johnson orders U.S. Capitol flags raised to full height for Trump’s inauguration, echoing recent actions by Republican governors. This decision, aligning with flag protocol discussions, reflects the significance of the event and political dynamics.