US forces Caribbean sea seize 7th oil tanker
US Southern Command seized the seventh sanctioned tanker in the Caribbean Sea. Central Command posted on X: "Through #OpSouthernSpear, the @DeptofWar is unwavering in its mission to crush illicit activity in the Western Hemisphere in partnership with @USCG,@DHSgov and@TheJusticeDept .This morning, U.S. military forces, in support of the Department of Homeland Security, apprehended Motor Vessel Sagitta without incident. The apprehension of another tanker operating in defiance of President Trump’s established quarantine of sanctioned vessels in the Caribbean demonstrates our resolve to ensure that the only oil leaving Venezuela will be oil that is coordinated properly and lawfully. As the joint force operates in the Western Hemisphere, we reaffirm that the security of the American people is paramount, demonstrating our commitment to safety and stability. These operations are backed by the full power our elite joint force team deployed in the Caribbean."
US Southern Command seized the seventh sanctioned tanker in the Caribbean Sea. Central Command posted on X: "Through #OpSouthernSpear, the @DeptofWar is unwavering in its mission to crush illicit activity in the Western Hemisphere in partnership with @USCG,@DHSgov and@TheJusticeDept .This morning, U.S. military forces, in support of the Department of Homeland Security, apprehended Motor Vessel Sagitta without incident. The apprehension of another tanker operating in defiance of President Trump’s established quarantine of sanctioned vessels in the Caribbean demonstrates our resolve to ensure that the only oil leaving Venezuela will be oil that is coordinated properly and lawfully. As the joint force operates in the Western Hemisphere, we reaffirm that the security of the American people is paramount, demonstrating our commitment to safety and stability. These operations are backed by the full power our elite joint force team deployed in the Caribbean."
Trump says Hells Angels support him
At a long White House Press Briefing, President Trump said the infamous motorcycle gang the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club (HAMC) supported him and voted for him and even protected him, while discussing crime and drugs and other gangs.
At a long White House Press Briefing, President Trump said the infamous motorcycle gang the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club (HAMC) supported him and voted for him and even protected him, while discussing crime and drugs and other gangs.
Trump touts immigration crackdown, economy & Venezuela
President Donald Trump marked on year of his second term in the White House. Trump touted his accomplishments of his new term. Trump started the briefing by holding up mugshots of some criminals his administration has arrested in Minnesota: "Many of them murderers... do you want to live with these people?"
President Donald Trump marked on year of his second term in the White House. Trump touted his accomplishments of his new term. Trump started the briefing by holding up mugshots of some criminals his administration has arrested in Minnesota: "Many of them murderers... do you want to live with these people?"
DOJ investigating after ICE protesters storm church
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) said it has opened an investigation after a group of protests disrupted services at a church in St. Paul, Minnesota, where a pastor also serves with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Neighboring churches have express their views on what happened, including Kirk Graham, the executive pastor at River Valley Church in Minneapolis. He joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to share his thoughts on the incident.
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) said it has opened an investigation after a group of protests disrupted services at a church in St. Paul, Minnesota, where a pastor also serves with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Neighboring churches have express their views on what happened, including Kirk Graham, the executive pastor at River Valley Church in Minneapolis. He joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to share his thoughts on the incident.
President Trump set to reveal Board of Peace members
A full list of members of President Donald Trump's new "Board of Peace" is expected to be revealed in the coming days potentially by Trump himself during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
A full list of members of President Donald Trump's new "Board of Peace" is expected to be revealed in the coming days potentially by Trump himself during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
President Trump set to reveal Board of Peace"members
A full list of members of President Donald Trump's new "Board of Peace" is expected to be revealed in the coming days potentially by Trump himself during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
A full list of members of President Donald Trump's new "Board of Peace" is expected to be revealed in the coming days potentially by Trump himself during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Trump takes questions on Greenland
President Trump spoke to reporters before departing for the White House. He was in Miami attending the College Football National Championship. The President congratulated Indiana on their win while also taking questions on Greenland, and touting America's dominance.
President Trump spoke to reporters before departing for the White House. He was in Miami attending the College Football National Championship. The President congratulated Indiana on their win while also taking questions on Greenland, and touting America's dominance.
Trump takes questions on Greenland
President Trump spoke to reporters before departing for the White House. He was in Miami attending the College Football National Championship. The President congratulated Indiana on their win while also taking questions on Greenland, and touting America's dominance.
President Trump spoke to reporters before departing for the White House. He was in Miami attending the College Football National Championship. The President congratulated Indiana on their win while also taking questions on Greenland, and touting America's dominance.
Speaker Johnson addresses UK House of Commons
In a historic speech in the heart of British democracy, House Speaker Mike Johnson marked 250 years of American independence from Britain addressing the UK House of Commons.
In a historic speech in the heart of British democracy, House Speaker Mike Johnson marked 250 years of American independence from Britain addressing the UK House of Commons.
U.S. tariffs mostly paid by American importers and consumers, report suggests
A new report suggests U.S. tariffs are mostly paid by American importers and consumers.
A new report suggests U.S. tariffs are mostly paid by American importers and consumers.
MLK Jr. Day celebrated amid tense political climate
LiveNOW's J Russell and Dr. Toi Thornton discuss the current U.S. political climate and the different protests, rallies and celebrations that happened this Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
LiveNOW's J Russell and Dr. Toi Thornton discuss the current U.S. political climate and the different protests, rallies and celebrations that happened this Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
VA Gov. Spanberger delivers address to State Assembly
Abigail Spanberger has recently made history as the first woman to be elected governor of Virginia. Elected back in November 2025, Gov. Spanberger is now launching her initiative to unite Virginians with her campaign focusing on education, affordability, and public safety. She spoke to the Virginia General Assembly for the first time as the sitting governor on Monday. This comes days after Spanberger’s first day on the job saw her sign a total of 10 executive orders covering a wide swath of policy issues.
Abigail Spanberger has recently made history as the first woman to be elected governor of Virginia. Elected back in November 2025, Gov. Spanberger is now launching her initiative to unite Virginians with her campaign focusing on education, affordability, and public safety. She spoke to the Virginia General Assembly for the first time as the sitting governor on Monday. This comes days after Spanberger’s first day on the job saw her sign a total of 10 executive orders covering a wide swath of policy issues.
Rev. Al Sharpton stands with striking NYC nurses
We are learning more as Rev. Al Sharpton stands with striking New York City nurses on Martin Luther King Day. Rev. Sharpton was joined by the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) where he celebrated King’s legacy while speaking about the ongoing nurse’s strike. The event was held just outside Mount Sinai Morningside in New York. This comes as New York City’s largest nurses strike in history entered another day, with no agreement reached despite renewed negotiations and federal mediation.
We are learning more as Rev. Al Sharpton stands with striking New York City nurses on Martin Luther King Day. Rev. Sharpton was joined by the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) where he celebrated King’s legacy while speaking about the ongoing nurse’s strike. The event was held just outside Mount Sinai Morningside in New York. This comes as New York City’s largest nurses strike in history entered another day, with no agreement reached despite renewed negotiations and federal mediation.
Mayor Mamdani talks housing initiative in NYC
At an event in Manhattan, newly-sworn in New York City Mayor Mamdani talks housing initiative in the city
At an event in Manhattan, newly-sworn in New York City Mayor Mamdani talks housing initiative in the city
Houston-based clothing chain Francesca's closing all stores nationwide: report
Houston-based retailer Francesca's is closing its doors after operating for more than 25 years, according to multiple reports.
Houston-based retailer Francesca's is closing its doors after operating for more than 25 years, according to multiple reports.
Watch: 100+ vehicle I-196 pileup on Michigan's west side; video shows staggering aftermath
Numerous drivers are injured in the large-scale traffic incident on I-196 in Zeeland Township caused by snow squall white-outs. Video shows the sheer scale of the chain of crashes.
Numerous drivers are injured in the large-scale traffic incident on I-196 in Zeeland Township caused by snow squall white-outs. Video shows the sheer scale of the chain of crashes.
MLK Day: Bernice King speaks from Atlanta, GA
Dr. Bernice King delivered remarks on MLK Day from Atlanta, Georgia. King called this time a "moral crisis."
Dr. Bernice King delivered remarks on MLK Day from Atlanta, Georgia. King called this time a "moral crisis."
MLK Day service honors King's lasting legacy, calls for nonviolence when protesting
FOX 5 is partnering with The King Center to livestream the MLK, Jr. Beloved Community Commemorative Service
FOX 5 is partnering with The King Center to livestream the MLK, Jr. Beloved Community Commemorative Service
Trump’s new law sends whole milk back to schools
Last week, President Donald Trump signed the ‘Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act’ into law. President Trump’s newest piece of legislation brings whole milk and 2% milk back into schools with fewer to no restrictions. "With this legislation, schools will finally be able to expand their offerings to include nutritious whole milk," the president said at the White House. "This is the perfect follow-up to the new Real Food pyramid." LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi and POLITICO food and agriculture policy reporter Grace Yarrow are discussing the updated dietary guidelines and how they relate to Trump’s call for more whole milk consumption.
Last week, President Donald Trump signed the ‘Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act’ into law. President Trump’s newest piece of legislation brings whole milk and 2% milk back into schools with fewer to no restrictions. "With this legislation, schools will finally be able to expand their offerings to include nutritious whole milk," the president said at the White House. "This is the perfect follow-up to the new Real Food pyramid." LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi and POLITICO food and agriculture policy reporter Grace Yarrow are discussing the updated dietary guidelines and how they relate to Trump’s call for more whole milk consumption.
NTSB: Boeing warned owners in 2011 about flawed part
We learned more last week about new details related to the deadly UPS plane crash that took place in Kentucky last year. Previously, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said investigators found cracks in some of the parts that held the engine to the wing. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is learning more about the aircraft’s history and how repairs were handled with Aviation Attorney, Ladd Sanger.
We learned more last week about new details related to the deadly UPS plane crash that took place in Kentucky last year. Previously, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said investigators found cracks in some of the parts that held the engine to the wing. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is learning more about the aircraft’s history and how repairs were handled with Aviation Attorney, Ladd Sanger.