WASHINGTON – Trump Rejects Iran Peace Framework: At 7:00 AM today, the White House formally dismissed a 14-point proposal from Tehran. Trump characterized the U.S. blockade as "profitable leverage" that would not be lifted.
FLORIDA – Spirit Airlines Ceases Operations: After 34 years, Spirit Airlines grounded all flights at 3:00 AM today. A "wind-down" notice was posted on its site, citing the inability to manage $120-per-barrel oil prices.
WASHINGTON – Hegseth Tightens Control at Pentagon: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued new directives at 8:00 AM today consolidating civilian oversight of Special Operations, signaling a major shift in command structure.
TAMPA – Lightning Fire at USF Lab: A two-alarm fire broke out at the University of South Florida’s Marine Science Lab at 5:20 AM today during a storm. No injuries were reported, but the building was evacuated.
NEW JERSEY – Four Foreigners Charged with Illegal Voting: Federal prosecutors in New Jersey announced charges at 9:15 AM today against four green card holders for allegedly voting in federal elections.
GEORGIA – $300,000 Fraud Lawsuit Filed Against Contractor: A lawsuit filed at 10:00 AM today alleges a Georgia resident used a "phony office" to secure millions in D.C. municipal contracts over the last year.
NEW YORK – $14 Million in Antiquities Returned to India: U.S. Customs officials finalized the repatriation of 657 stolen artifacts at a 9:30 AM ceremony today, including rare 11th-century Chola sculptures.
TEXAS – Small Plane Crash Kills Five: Local authorities confirmed at 6:45 AM today that all five passengers on a private flight to a pickleball tournament died when their aircraft crashed in the Hill Country.
