Posts by Sophie Clearwater
Steny Hoyer, longest-serving House Democrat, to retire from Congress
Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-Md.), the longest serving House Democrat, will not seek re-election in 2026 and retire after serving more than 44 years in Congress. Representative Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) is the longest-serving House Democrat. Bloomberg via Getty Images “I did not want to be one of those members who clearly stayed, outstayed his or her…
Read MoreICE officer kills a Minneapolis driver in a deadly start to Trump's latest immigration operation
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed a Minneapolis driver on Wednesday during the Trump administration’s latest immigration crackdown on a major American city — a shooting that federal officials said was an act of self-defense but that the mayor described as reckless and unnecessary. The 37-year-old woman was shot…
Read MoreCyclist dies at hospital days after south Austin crash
The incident happened on Dec. 23, 2025 around 10:12 a.m. Source link
Read MoreUnsettling details emerge as Kentucky cold case is finally solved
After nearly three decades, the Lexington Police Department has identified Robert Eugene Brashers as the serial killer responsible for the 1998 murder of Linda Rutledge, after matching DNA evidence from the crime scene to shell casings and a gun used in the 1991 “Yogurt Shop Murders” case in Austin, Texas. Source link
Read MoreFaux-Fur Is Fabulous: The Coats, Shoes, and Accessories You Need to Look Chic and Stay Warm
Brr! It’s cold outside—but your winter wardrobe is about to get a serious upgrade. From faux-fur coats and jackets to shoes, bags, and accessories, these stylish pieces will keep you warm while adding instant polish to any outfit. Not only is faux fur a chic alternative to real fur, it’s also one of the easiest…
Read MoreWho Are Milo Manheim and Teagan Croft? Meet Tangled’s Live Action Stars
Milo Manheim and Teagan Croft get to see the floating lanterns gleam. Disney officially announced that the Zombies actor and Titans alum will be taking on the roles of Flynn Rider and Rapunzel—originally voiced by Zachary Levi and Mandy Moore in Tangled—for the studio’s upcoming live action adaptation of the 2010 animated movie. The studio…
Read MoreCommunity gathering planned to support Jordan Shipley after accident
Following a tragic accident that hospitalized a Burnet native and former Texas Longhorns, the Burnet community is rallying around one of their own. Source link
Read MoreShawn Mendes Confirms Romance With Bruna Marquezine During PDA-Filled L.A. Outing
Shawn Mendes Confirms Romance With Bruna Marquezine During PDA-Filled L.A. Outing There’s nothing holding Shawn Mendes back from his new romance. Indeed, the “Stitches” singer was all smiles as he and Brazilian actress Bruna Marquezine wrapped each other in their arms while shopping at a Los Angeles grocery store Jan. 7. In photos from the…
Read MoreVenezuelan woman seeking asylum detained by ICE
A Venezuelan woman seeking asylum was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), a move her husband calls confusing and distressing. Source link
Read MoreWe Found the Cutest 2026 Planners & Calendars for Your Most Organized Year Ever, Starting at $10
If getting your life in order once and for all is high on your 2026 resolutions list, take this as your sign to get serious about getting organized this year with a planner or calendar. Physical planners and calendars can be a great way to keep track of your daily schedule, tasks, goals, important dates…
Read MoreAs Chinese Tech Retreats From CES, Lenovo Claims Center Stage at the Vegas Sphere
A lavish Tech World production at the Sphere signaled Lenovo’s determination to stand out at CES. Lenovo Group Since the abrupt halt brought on by Covid-19, most Chinese companies that once dominated CES have retreated amid extended travel restrictions and rising geopolitical tensions. But Lenovo, the world’s largest PC maker, stands out as a notable…
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