President Trump pardons ex-Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich 5 years after commuting his sentence

The Republican president signed the pardon on Monday and called the Democratic former governor “a very fine person” who “was set up by a lot of bad people.”
Trump steps up his 2018 tariffs on steel and aluminum, risking inflation on promise of more jobs

President Donald Trump on Monday removed the exceptions and exemptions from his 2018 tariffs on steel, meaning that all steel imports will be taxed at a minimum of 25%
Jim Tressel joins a long list of sports figures who've moved into politics

Former Ohio State University coach Jim Tressel is being nominated to be the state’s next lieutenant governor.
Eagles' Jalen Hurts celebrates Super Bowl win with Disney World parade

“I’m Going to Disney World!”
Top Justice Department official orders prosecutors to drop charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams

The development comes after months of speculation that President Donald Trump would take steps to end the criminal case against Adams, who was accused of accepting bribes of free or discounted travel and illegal campaign contributions.
Private jets collide at Scottsdale Airport in Arizona, killing at least 1 person, authorities say

Authorities say at least one person has died and others were injured after private jets collided Monday at the Scottsdale Airport in Arizona
Hawaii court rules against insurance companies in Maui wildfire, allowing $4B settlement to proceed

Hawaii’s Supreme Court ruled Monday that insurance companies can’t bring their own legal actions against those blamed for Maui’s catastrophic 2023 wildfire, allowing a $4 billion settlement that was on the verge of collapse to proceed.
Savannah police gives advice how to protect your home from burglary
A month after a Savannah man’s home was invaded by two people dressed as Amazon delivery workers, SPD’s Community Engagement Office advises how to not fall for any tricks
Georgia House approves major funding boost for Hurricane Helene relief

Georgia representatives passed an amended version of the state’s current budget last week. It now heads to the Senate.
Why was Taylor Swift booed at the Super Bowl?

There was no on-field celebration for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce after this Super Bowl. Only consolation far away from the prying TV cameras.