Minnesota Gov. Walz and President Trump speak by phone in aftermath of ICE shooting

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz sharply criticized the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement efforts in a Wall Street Journal opinion piece, accusing federal officials of spreading misinformation and escalating unrest across the state. The op-ed, published Monday, came as
Seven killed, one seriously hurt after private jet crashes during takeoff in Maine

Federal officials confirmed that seven people were killed and one crew member was critically injured after a private business jet crashed and burst into flames while taking off from Bangor International Airport in Maine on Sunday evening.
San Francisco Giants sign free-agent center fielder Harrison Bader to two-year, $20.5M deal

The San Francisco Giants have agreed to a two-year contract with free-agent center fielder Harrison Bader, valued at $20.5 million with incentives that could push it slightly higher, according to multiple reports. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal was
Los Angeles Chargers sign defensive lineman Teair Tart to 3-year extension worth up to $37.5M

The Los Angeles Chargers have signed defensive tackle Teair Tart to a three-year contract extension, that can reach $37.5 million and includes $20 million in guaranteed money, sources told ESPN. Tart acknowledged the agreement on social media,
Melissa Etheridge to release new album ‘Rise’

Melissa Etheridge is set to release her new album, Rise, on March 27th – her first studio album in five years. Recorded at Sunset Sound in Los Angeles, the album is co-produced by Etheridge and Grammy-winning producer
Carrie Underwood, Shinedown, and Creed to headline 2026 Velocity Festival at Field of Dreams

Carrie Underwood, Shinedown and Creed will headline the 2026 Velocity Festival, an expanded three-day music event taking place over Labor Day weekend – September 4–6, 2026 — at the historic Field of Dreams Movie Site in Dyersville,