- Federal court clears California’s new House map boosting Democrats ahead of 2026 midterms January 15, 2026Federal court approves California House map that could boost Democrats in 2026 midterms, rejecting Republican GOP challenge to the redistricting process.
- Protesters clash with federal officers after another ICE shooting in Minneapolis January 15, 2026Protesters clashed with federal agents in Minneapolis after a second ICE shooting, with tear gas and pepper balls deployed as demonstrators demand the agency leave the city.
- Giants working to finalize deal to make John Harbaugh next head coach: reports January 15, 2026John Harbaugh reportedly nearing deal to become New York Giants head coach after extensive interview process. Former Ravens coach expected to land the job.
- Hochul endorses legislation to allow New Yorkers to sue ICE agents: 'Power does not justify abuse' January 15, 2026New York Gov. Kathy Hochul backed legislation to allow residents to sue ICE agents for alleged constitutional violations as part of new guardrails for immigration enforcement.
- Mamdani housing czar called ‘White, middle-class homeowners’ a ‘huge problem' during 2021 podcast appearance January 15, 2026NYC's new tenant protection chief Cea Weaver previously called "White, middle-class homeowners' a 'huge problem' for renters and urged undermining homeownership in 2021 remarks.
- Parents erupt into massive brawl during Catholic youth basketball game in Staten Island January 15, 2026Shocking footage shows parents erupting into violent brawl during Catholic youth basketball game in Staten Island, prompting new spectator rules.