An internal draft memo obtained by The Times shows the California Department of Social Services is considering building regional hubs to coordinate support for undocumented immigrants. LA Times

VOA VIEW: Dumb sanctuary stupidity.

City officials say Gotham is still on high alert after Hamas’s surprise Oct. 7, 2023 attack on Israel that killed 1,200 people and led to the seizure of hundreds of hostages. New York Post

For much of the period since Election Day, the billionaire has been staying at a $2,000-a-night cottage at Mar-a-Lago, giving him easy access to the president-elect. New York Times

VOA VIEW: Money talks.

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The department notified lawmakers of the episode, which it said was linked to a state-sponsored actor in China. New York Times

VOA VIEW: It's time for payback.

Exchanges have taken place before, but this deal, involving big numbers on both sides, comes as Trump prepares to take over in Washington, potentially endangering American aid to Kyiv. New York Times

VOA VIEW: Time will tell what happens.

South Korean law enforcement officials requested a court issued warrant on Monday for impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, in an attempt to detain the former president while investigating whether his December 3rd martial law decree was an abuse of authority -- amounting to rebellion. OANN

VOA VIEW: The madness never ends.

The crew of a tugboat was quickly rescued when their vessel sank into the Mississippi River following a collision with a tanker ship in Louisiana. The U.S. Coast Guard said Monday that it is investigating the crash and that the river remains open. Washington Times

Officials assessed the damage on Sunday after a strong storm system moved across the southern U.S. over the weekend, spawning tornadoes and killing at least four people. Washington Times

Costco says it's keeping its diversity, equity and inclusion practice despite pressure from an outside group amid a wave that sees other companies rolling back the policy in recent months. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: They are making a mistake.

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A new year means new laws are taking effect across America, with state-by-state plans to raise the minimum wage, improve the quality of life in city centers and slash taxes and regulations. Washington Times

President-elect Donald Trump said Johnson has his "complete and total endorsement." CBS

VOA VIEW: This should end media speculation.

The state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter will be held in Washington on Jan. 9, 2025, according to a presidential declaration by President Biden. CBS

Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies. CBS

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The federal minimum has held at $7.25 an hour since 2009, but an increasing number of states are upping their base pay for workers. CBS

It is customary for the NYSE to close trading to honor the passing of a president. CNBC

Accident investigators are trying to find the cause of a Jeju Air fatal crash landing that killed 179 of the 181 on board the flight. CNBC

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"Noctourism" focuses on nighttime travel experiences. Proponents say it's a way to avoid heat and crowds, while seeing a destination in a different light. CNBC

VOA VIEW: Time will tell.

A Louisiana hunter was cited for two violations after accidentally shooting another hunter, who he mistook for a deer, while they were both on the same "small" property. FOX News

A new Florida law will keep first responders safe by prohibiting a person from approaching any police, fire or EMS personnel while working on a call. FOX News

VOA VIEW: Good!

The United States on Monday announced nearly $6 billion in funding for Ukraine as it continues to fend off the Russian invasion that is now approaching its third year. UPI

Russia launched more than 40 attack drones across the Azov Sea into eastern and central Ukraine overnight, damaging houses in Kharkiv and Odessa, the Ukrainian military said. UPI

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Two people were killed and six others injured as a vicious wintertime storm barreled across Texas and Mississippi, where it blew the roof off the Limestone County Courthouse in Athens, Alabama, early Sunday. UPI

Chinese hackers called Salt Typhoon have infiltrated a ninth telecommunications firm, gaining access to information about millions of people, U.S. cybersecurity officials say. UPI

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