- Patrick Mahomes' father back in jail after alleged probation violation February 3, 2026Patrick Mahomes Sr. was booked into Smith County Jail on Tuesday after allegedly violating his probation by drinking alcohol, according to multiple reports.
- California approves controversial sharpshooter plan to eradicate invasive deer on Catalina Island February 3, 2026A controversial plan has been approved to remove Catalina Island’s invasive deer using ground-based shooters, following backlash against earlier proposals for aerial shooting.
- Washington Post argues there's 'little to gain by raising taxes on the rich,' rates already high enough February 3, 2026The Washington Post editorial board argued on Monday that raising taxes on top earners would be fruitless, citing research showing current federal tax rates are near optimal levels.
- Muslim state senator introduces Virginia bill defining Islamophobia as hate crime in assault cases February 3, 2026Virginia senator introduces bill to criminalize Islamophobia as hate crime, targeting malicious prejudice against Islam and Muslims in assault cases.
- Government shutdown ends as Trump signs bill, but DHS funding deadline looms February 3, 2026President Donald Trump signed legislation ending the partial government shutdown that began Friday, funding most agencies through September.
- GOP senator jabs Jeffries as 'butt hurt' over Trump-Schumer deal February 3, 2026The government funding deal between President Donald Trump and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., passed despite heavy opposition from House Democrats.