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Over 1,000 people ordered to evacuate after fire erupts in California battery storage plant

Around 1,500 people were instructed to leave Moss Landing and the Elkhorn Slough area.
Fire at the site of Vistra Corp's Moss Landing power plant
Fire at the site of Vistra Corp's Moss Landing power plant

Marcus Freeman starred at Ohio State. Now Notre Dame's coach is its biggest foe.

The former All-Big Ten linebacker will look to prevent the Buckeyes from winning a national title Monday night.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish  v University of Southern California
Notre Dame Fighting Irish  v University of Southern California
8h ago

Louisiana State Police used excessive force for years, scathing DOJ report finds

A broad civil rights inquiry found troopers’ use of stun guns “particularly concerning,” and said troopers used force on people who “do not pose a threat or a flight risk.”
From left, Lumumba Lutalo, Angela "Mama Ghost" Green and Antonia Mar, of New Orleans for Community Oversight of Police
From left, Lumumba Lutalo, Angela "Mama Ghost" Green and Antonia Mar, of New Orleans for Community Oversight of Police

What we know about the victims killed in the California wildfires

More than 20 people have died across the Los Angeles area. Officials have said the true death toll isn't known as the fires continue to burn.
From left, Erliene Louise Kelley, Victor Shaw and Rodney Nickerson.
From left, Erliene Louise Kelley, Victor Shaw and Rodney Nickerson.

Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Rod Stewart among artists to play at FireAid benefit concert

The concert that will be held Jan. 30 will raise money to help in the relief and recovery efforts after the devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
celebrity singers rod stewart billie eilish
celebrity singers rod stewart billie eilish

Medicare announces weight-loss drugs, including Ozempic, will be up for price negotiations

Ozempic has faced public backlash over its high price, fueling demand for cheaper alternatives.
Hands hold a pen of Ozempic
Hands hold a pen of Ozempic
10h ago

Miami Dolphins named designated home team for NFL's first game in Madrid

The game will be held at the iconic Bernabéu Stadium, home to Spanish soccer powerhouse Real Madrid.
Tua Tagovailoa
Tua Tagovailoa
10h ago

Pittsburgh Penguins star Evgeni Malkin finds Stanely Cup rings, first feared stolen

Yet another major pro athlete was hit with a break-in after robberies at the homes of Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Luka Dončić and others.
Evgeni Malkin
Evgeni Malkin
12h ago

Joan Plowright, Tony-winning actor and widow of Laurence Olivier, dies at 95

Part of a generation of British actors, including Judi Dench, Vanessa Redgrave, Eileen Atkins and Maggie Smith, Plowright won a Tony Award, two Golden Globes and nominations for an Oscar and an Emmy.
The Return of the Native
The Return of the Native

College students appear in court in case stemming from 'Catch a Predator' fad on TikTok

The target — a 22-year-old active-duty military service member — told police he was in town for his grandmother’s funeral and “just wanted to be around people that were happy."
Kevin Carroll
Kevin Carroll
20h ago

Everything we know about the fires and how many people are affected

Fueled by powerful winds and dry conditions, a series of ferocious wildfires erupted last week and roared across the Los Angeles area.
A firefighter battles the Palisades Fire in Mandeville Canyon Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Los Angeles.
A firefighter battles the Palisades Fire in Mandeville Canyon Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Los Angeles.