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Federal appeals court blocks release of immigrants detained in Chicago crackdown, upholds agreement allowing warrantless arrests.

The End of an Era documentary series on Disney Plus reveals Taylor Swift and Travis Kelces relationship, starting with their first phone call before a London concert. They bond over their high-pressure careers, with Swift likening her song memorization to Kelces play memorization. Later, they share affectionate words after Swifts performance. The series also explores how Kelces interest in Swift blossomed during her Eras Tour, leading to their romance. Swift and Kelce traveled together during her international tour dates, fulfilling Kelces dreams of exploring Europe, Australia, and Asia.

New details emerge in fatal Raleigh shooting: A man, identified as Vincent Dasani Wesley, is charged with murder after an argument escalated into a shooting, leaving the victim dead. Witnesses and surveillance footage link Wesley to the crime, despite being a convicted felon and prohibited from possessing firearms. He faces additional charges for illegal firearm possession, with a history of such convictions.

The states Child Fatality Task Force is now addressing the impact of artificial intelligence on young people, in addition to their ongoing concerns about social media. Theyve voted to support legislation that would limit the use of addictive algorithms in social media and study the effects of AI chatbots and companions on youth. The group emphasizes the need for improved local resources and regulation of chat designs to reduce harm.

Under the Dome explores early voting controversies in North Carolina, where county boards disagree on college campus polling sites and Sunday voting. With a new Republican-controlled State Board of Elections, the resolution of these disputes could significantly impact voting access for North Carolinians in the upcoming March primary.

Duke Universitys new research uncovers the staggering cost of plastic litter, estimating it drains between $400 million and $1 trillion from society annually. This isnt just about cleanup; it accounts for public health issues, environmental damage, and economic losses. The study looks at long-term, downstream effects across various sectors, with a significant portion, potentially up to $900 billion annually, coming from health effects. Microplastics are linked to issues like inflammatory bowel disease and hormone disruption, and even nanoplastics to conditions like Parkinsons disease. Litter removal alone cost taxpayers over $56 million in North Carolina in one year. The challenge now is not just cleaning up, but preventing litter in the first place, requiring better infrastructure and a change in human behavior.

NFL player Braxton Berrios addresses criticism for not attending ex-girlfriend Alix Earles Dancing With the Stars performances, explaining his NFL schedule prevented attendance. Earle denies rumors of messages from another athlete, Jaxson Dart, and confirms their split due to long-distance relationship challenges.

Torrential rain in Washington state causes historic flooding, leaving families stranded and homes destroyed. Two houses collapse into the Nooksack River due to erosion. Governor Bob Ferguson declares state of emergency, ordering evacuations for tens of thousands. Major roads and bridges submerged, disrupting travel. Cities near U.S.-Canada border evacuated, Amtrak suspends Seattle-Vancouver services. Another storm system expected to bring more rain, potentially worsening the situation.