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Tylenol during pregnancy is safe without increased risk of autism, ADHD, or intellectual disability of offspring
A new review of the evidence just out
www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
A new review of the evidence just out
www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
January 16, 2026 at 11:43 PM
Tylenol during pregnancy is safe without increased risk of autism, ADHD, or intellectual disability of offspring
A new review of the evidence just out
www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
A new review of the evidence just out
www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
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Greetings! There’s a group of about 60 protesters here at the Federal Building on Los Angeles Street in downtown Los Angeles. Size is growing noticeably.
January 16, 2026 at 10:25 PM
Greetings! There’s a group of about 60 protesters here at the Federal Building on Los Angeles Street in downtown Los Angeles. Size is growing noticeably.
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Two days ago it was Elissa Slotkin. Last week it was Jerome Powell. Before that, Mark Kelly. Weaponizing the justice system against your opponents is an authoritarian tactic.
The only person not being investigated for the shooting of Renee Good is the federal agent who shot her.
The only person not being investigated for the shooting of Renee Good is the federal agent who shot her.
Breaking news: The Justice Department has issued subpoenas for Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey as part of an investigation alleging that they are impeding federal law enforcement officers’ abilities to do their jobs in the state.
Justice Dept. launches criminal investigation of Minnesota governor
The Justice Department has issued subpoenas for Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey as part of an investigation into impeding law enforcement.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 16, 2026 at 11:46 PM
Two days ago it was Elissa Slotkin. Last week it was Jerome Powell. Before that, Mark Kelly. Weaponizing the justice system against your opponents is an authoritarian tactic.
The only person not being investigated for the shooting of Renee Good is the federal agent who shot her.
The only person not being investigated for the shooting of Renee Good is the federal agent who shot her.
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Go Metro to the Kingdom Day Parade! 🎉
🚊 Take the K Line to MLK Jr. or Leimert Park stations, both on the parade route
🎟️ Fares: $1.75 one way/$3.50 RT
📱 Plan your trip: https://bit.ly/45r32UT
Buses & trains running regular Monday service on MLK Day.
https://bit.ly/3LPF6Vh
🚊 Take the K Line to MLK Jr. or Leimert Park stations, both on the parade route
🎟️ Fares: $1.75 one way/$3.50 RT
📱 Plan your trip: https://bit.ly/45r32UT
Buses & trains running regular Monday service on MLK Day.
https://bit.ly/3LPF6Vh
January 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Go Metro to the Kingdom Day Parade! 🎉
🚊 Take the K Line to MLK Jr. or Leimert Park stations, both on the parade route
🎟️ Fares: $1.75 one way/$3.50 RT
📱 Plan your trip: https://bit.ly/45r32UT
Buses & trains running regular Monday service on MLK Day.
https://bit.ly/3LPF6Vh
🚊 Take the K Line to MLK Jr. or Leimert Park stations, both on the parade route
🎟️ Fares: $1.75 one way/$3.50 RT
📱 Plan your trip: https://bit.ly/45r32UT
Buses & trains running regular Monday service on MLK Day.
https://bit.ly/3LPF6Vh
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GOOD:
"Progressive effort to primary Sen. John Fetterman ramps up:
The Working Families Party launched a website where, among other efforts, voters can request refunds from Fetterman’s campaign."
"Progressive effort to primary Sen. John Fetterman ramps up:
The Working Families Party launched a website where, among other efforts, voters can request refunds from Fetterman’s campaign."
Progressive effort to primary Sen. John Fetterman ramps up
The Working Families Party launched a website where, among other efforts, voters can request refunds from Fetterman’s campaign.
www.nbcnews.com
January 16, 2026 at 4:40 PM
GOOD:
"Progressive effort to primary Sen. John Fetterman ramps up:
The Working Families Party launched a website where, among other efforts, voters can request refunds from Fetterman’s campaign."
"Progressive effort to primary Sen. John Fetterman ramps up:
The Working Families Party launched a website where, among other efforts, voters can request refunds from Fetterman’s campaign."
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If Virginia voters approve this amendment this spring, Democrats could redraw the congressional map in response to mid-decade Republican gerrymanders elsewhere.
Here’s an example of how Democrats could target 4 GOP seats to gain a 10-1 majority in November davesredistricting.org/join/5429402...
Here’s an example of how Democrats could target 4 GOP seats to gain a 10-1 majority in November davesredistricting.org/join/5429402...
January 16, 2026 at 6:13 PM
If Virginia voters approve this amendment this spring, Democrats could redraw the congressional map in response to mid-decade Republican gerrymanders elsewhere.
Here’s an example of how Democrats could target 4 GOP seats to gain a 10-1 majority in November davesredistricting.org/join/5429402...
Here’s an example of how Democrats could target 4 GOP seats to gain a 10-1 majority in November davesredistricting.org/join/5429402...
Virginia Dems getting right to work
MORE: The Virginia Senate has also approved a constitutional amendment to repeal the ban on same-sex marriage.
The Virginia House also already did this on Wednesday.
There'll be anther referendum later this year on the issue.
The Virginia House also already did this on Wednesday.
There'll be anther referendum later this year on the issue.
January 16, 2026 at 6:27 PM
Virginia Dems getting right to work
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JUST IN: The Virginia Senate has approved a constitutional amendment to enshrine abortion rights.
The Virginia House already did this on Wednesday.
It's official: there'll be a referendum later this year on the issue.
The Virginia House already did this on Wednesday.
It's official: there'll be a referendum later this year on the issue.
January 16, 2026 at 5:05 PM
JUST IN: The Virginia Senate has approved a constitutional amendment to enshrine abortion rights.
The Virginia House already did this on Wednesday.
It's official: there'll be a referendum later this year on the issue.
The Virginia House already did this on Wednesday.
It's official: there'll be a referendum later this year on the issue.
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JUST IN: The Virginia Senate has passed the constitutional amendment to basically allow Democrats to gerrymander the state, joining the state House.
Next up: voters would have to approve this in a spring referendum for a new map to go into effect.
Next up: voters would have to approve this in a spring referendum for a new map to go into effect.
January 16, 2026 at 5:58 PM
JUST IN: The Virginia Senate has passed the constitutional amendment to basically allow Democrats to gerrymander the state, joining the state House.
Next up: voters would have to approve this in a spring referendum for a new map to go into effect.
Next up: voters would have to approve this in a spring referendum for a new map to go into effect.
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JUST IN: Virginia's legislature just adopted a constitutional amendment that would end Virginia's rules that ban people from voting for life.
Virginia currently is the only state that strips people of voting rights for life for any felony. Youngkin rolled back reforms.
Now going to a referendum.
Virginia currently is the only state that strips people of voting rights for life for any felony. Youngkin rolled back reforms.
Now going to a referendum.
Virginia Lawmakers Ask Voters to Repeal a Jim Crow-Era Lifetime Ban on Voting - Bolts
Voters will decide this year whether to end Virginia’s uniquely harsh felony disenfranchisement rules. They'll also vote on abortion, gay marriage, and redistricting.
boltsmag.org
January 16, 2026 at 6:21 PM
JUST IN: Virginia's legislature just adopted a constitutional amendment that would end Virginia's rules that ban people from voting for life.
Virginia currently is the only state that strips people of voting rights for life for any felony. Youngkin rolled back reforms.
Now going to a referendum.
Virginia currently is the only state that strips people of voting rights for life for any felony. Youngkin rolled back reforms.
Now going to a referendum.
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One reason why no one has used the Insurrection Act since 1992 may be because Marines shot up a house, when the police asked them to "provide cover."
www.reddit.com/r/todayilear...
www.reddit.com/r/todayilear...
From the todayilearned community on Reddit: TIL during the 1992 L.A. riots, police officers asked the accompanying U.S. Marines to cover them while searching a house for a suspect that held his wife a...
Posted by TrendWarrior101 - 50,090 votes and 2,668 comments
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January 16, 2026 at 3:27 PM
One reason why no one has used the Insurrection Act since 1992 may be because Marines shot up a house, when the police asked them to "provide cover."
www.reddit.com/r/todayilear...
www.reddit.com/r/todayilear...
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Federal agents left a Mexican restaurant in St. Paul on Jan. 11 as patrons shouted at them, saying they weren't welcome and needed a judicial warrant.
In a post on Facebook, the restaurant thanked customers who "stood strong and protected our community."
Video by Aldora Gutierrez via Storyful.
In a post on Facebook, the restaurant thanked customers who "stood strong and protected our community."
Video by Aldora Gutierrez via Storyful.
January 15, 2026 at 9:49 PM
Federal agents left a Mexican restaurant in St. Paul on Jan. 11 as patrons shouted at them, saying they weren't welcome and needed a judicial warrant.
In a post on Facebook, the restaurant thanked customers who "stood strong and protected our community."
Video by Aldora Gutierrez via Storyful.
In a post on Facebook, the restaurant thanked customers who "stood strong and protected our community."
Video by Aldora Gutierrez via Storyful.
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New poll from Navigator also with an incredible result; the largest drop in support for ICE since June was actually among *Republicans*, 25% of which now say they have an unfavorable opinion of the agency.
January 15, 2026 at 10:31 PM
New poll from Navigator also with an incredible result; the largest drop in support for ICE since June was actually among *Republicans*, 25% of which now say they have an unfavorable opinion of the agency.
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Supervisor Hahn points out that opposing the clean-up bill (SB677) kinda results in supporting the original bill (SB79). Calls Metro proposed SB79 amendments "way out there." Metro staff keep saying that SB79 makes people oppose Metro projects.
January 15, 2026 at 8:36 PM
Supervisor Hahn points out that opposing the clean-up bill (SB677) kinda results in supporting the original bill (SB79). Calls Metro proposed SB79 amendments "way out there." Metro staff keep saying that SB79 makes people oppose Metro projects.
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Santa Monica announces it will soon use AI cameras to ticket drivers parked in bike lanes (same vendor as on-bus-camera bus lane enforcement) santamonicanext.org/2026/01/hayd...
Hayden AI to Deploy on Parking Enforcement Vehicles for the First Time (Not Just Buses) - Santa Monica Next
(Image: Santa Monica “yellow flag” bike lane violation (cars parked partially encroaching into bike lane) spotted by AI camera. Image via City of Santa Monica.) Hayden AI is expanding the use of its a...
santamonicanext.org
January 15, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Santa Monica announces it will soon use AI cameras to ticket drivers parked in bike lanes (same vendor as on-bus-camera bus lane enforcement) santamonicanext.org/2026/01/hayd...
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January 15, 2026 at 4:19 PM
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Already heard from folks nearby that, even with windows and doors closed, tear gas is getting into nearby homes.
Our fed govt is making our city less safe.
Our fed govt is making our city less safe.
Tear gas and smoke filling north and northeast Minneapolis tonight on is a perfectly clear winter night in the city.
Keep your windows closed.
Keep your windows closed.
January 15, 2026 at 5:22 AM
Already heard from folks nearby that, even with windows and doors closed, tear gas is getting into nearby homes.
Our fed govt is making our city less safe.
Our fed govt is making our city less safe.
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After ICE agents shot people in Minneapolis tonight, a crowd faced them down and eventually chased them away, despite federal mercenaries and police shooting a tremendous amount of tear gas.
ICE agents abandoned vehicles in the area, containing IDs, paperwork, license plates, and operational plans.
ICE agents abandoned vehicles in the area, containing IDs, paperwork, license plates, and operational plans.
January 15, 2026 at 5:11 AM
After ICE agents shot people in Minneapolis tonight, a crowd faced them down and eventually chased them away, despite federal mercenaries and police shooting a tremendous amount of tear gas.
ICE agents abandoned vehicles in the area, containing IDs, paperwork, license plates, and operational plans.
ICE agents abandoned vehicles in the area, containing IDs, paperwork, license plates, and operational plans.
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ICE car was raided in Minneapolis,
documents were found that reveal their ENTIRE plan,
those involved,
judges, maps,
their immigrant targets plan of attack (yes they call them targets),
names,
numbers,
emails, hotels,
hotel phone numbers & more !
#ICE #MN #Minneapolis
documents were found that reveal their ENTIRE plan,
those involved,
judges, maps,
their immigrant targets plan of attack (yes they call them targets),
names,
numbers,
emails, hotels,
hotel phone numbers & more !
#ICE #MN #Minneapolis
January 15, 2026 at 5:29 AM
ICE car was raided in Minneapolis,
documents were found that reveal their ENTIRE plan,
those involved,
judges, maps,
their immigrant targets plan of attack (yes they call them targets),
names,
numbers,
emails, hotels,
hotel phone numbers & more !
#ICE #MN #Minneapolis
documents were found that reveal their ENTIRE plan,
those involved,
judges, maps,
their immigrant targets plan of attack (yes they call them targets),
names,
numbers,
emails, hotels,
hotel phone numbers & more !
#ICE #MN #Minneapolis
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Metro Construction chief Lindholm says D Line testing hit a big snag. Testing in late November found "traction power issues" which basically canceled December testing. Problem was fixed yesterday. Testing resuming, but 1 & a 1/2 months behind schedule.
January 14, 2026 at 10:18 PM
Metro Construction chief Lindholm says D Line testing hit a big snag. Testing in late November found "traction power issues" which basically canceled December testing. Problem was fixed yesterday. Testing resuming, but 1 & a 1/2 months behind schedule.
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Like my colleagues, I was contacted by federal prosecutors who are investigating me for making a video reminding servicemembers not to follow illegal orders. The six of us are being targeted not because we said something untrue,
January 14, 2026 at 9:22 PM
Like my colleagues, I was contacted by federal prosecutors who are investigating me for making a video reminding servicemembers not to follow illegal orders. The six of us are being targeted not because we said something untrue,
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She's gotta go
January 14, 2026 at 9:19 PM
She's gotta go
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Kristi Noem has been a complete and total failure at her job. She has violated her oath and has allowed ICE agents to terrorize our communities.
That’s why I’m joining @robinkelly.house.gov in calling for her impeachment.
We deserve better, she’s gotta go.
That’s why I’m joining @robinkelly.house.gov in calling for her impeachment.
We deserve better, she’s gotta go.
January 14, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Kristi Noem has been a complete and total failure at her job. She has violated her oath and has allowed ICE agents to terrorize our communities.
That’s why I’m joining @robinkelly.house.gov in calling for her impeachment.
We deserve better, she’s gotta go.
That’s why I’m joining @robinkelly.house.gov in calling for her impeachment.
We deserve better, she’s gotta go.
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Committee chair Dupont-Walker proposes moving Torrance K Line item to full board with no position (no committee approval). Committee approves moving Torrance item to full board meeting decision - next week Thurs 1/22.
January 14, 2026 at 9:43 PM
Committee chair Dupont-Walker proposes moving Torrance K Line item to full board with no position (no committee approval). Committee approves moving Torrance item to full board meeting decision - next week Thurs 1/22.