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Lynnwood ends Flock ALPR contract amid privacy concerns
Lynnwood’s City Council voted 7-0 to cancel its two-year, $171,000 contract with Flock Safety for 25 automated license-plate readers after public privacy concerns and a UW report showing out-of-state agencies accessed the city’s network, including immigration-enforcement lookups; Lynnwood becomes one of the first WA cities to end Flock ALPR use, while others pause or reconsider the program as lawmakers weigh new regulation. The financial impact of the cancellation is not yet clear.
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Dusty winds trigger deadly 30-vehicle crash on I-25 near Pueblo
A major pile-up on southbound I-25 near Pueblo, Colorado, involved more than 30 vehicles in heavy wind and blowing dust, leaving at least four dead; I-25 was shut in both directions and the crash is under investigation as weather advisories warn of significant blowing dust with gusts to 65 mph on the plains.
Upstate Walmart measles exposure prompts public health alert
Public health officials are investigating a potential measles exposure at a Powdersville Walmart amid South Carolina's ongoing Upstate outbreak, which has reached 962 cases. As of Tuesday, 127 people remain in quarantine and eight in isolation, with quarantine ending March 11. In response, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control will operate a Mobile Health Unit to offer free measles–mumps–rubella vaccinations on March 3 at Grace Community Church in Spartanburg. Vaccination remains the best defense, and updates are available on the Measles Dashboard.
Providence releases day-of video from Brown University shooting
Providence police released new body-camera footage from the day of the fatal Brown University shooting, showing officers arriving at the scene. The December 13, 2025 incident killed two students, MukhammadAziz Umurzokov and Ella Cook, with memorials later appearing near the campus as investigators continue to probe the circumstances.
Eno Valley mail delays linger as winter storms calm, USPS under scrutiny
Residents of Durham's Eno Valley have faced about a two-week gap in mail delivery after back-to-back winter storms, with essential items like medications and bills affected; USPS says routes are resuming but some Triangle-area deliveries remain disrupted, prompting residents to call for clearer communication and a formal inquiry by Congresswoman Valerie Foushee's office.
Gavin McKenna: Felony Assault Charge Withdrawn, Now Facing Only Misdemeanor Charges
Centre County DA Bernie Cantorna withdrew the felony aggravated assault charge against Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna after reviewing video evidence, leaving him with misdemeanor simple assault and related offenses; a preliminary hearing is set for Feb. 11, bail remains $20,000 unsecured, and the incident occurred in downtown State College following a Penn State hockey event, with the victim suffering a fractured jaw.
Wisconsin BK Franchise Faces Over 1,600 Child-Labor Violations
MADISON, Wis.—Cave Enterprises Operations LLC, which runs 105 Wisconsin Burger King franchises, is accused of more than 1,600 child-labor and wage-violation findings affecting over 600 minors between 2020 and January 2025. Violations include 14- and 15-year-olds working without proper permits and minors working six hours or more without mandated meal breaks. The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development ordered payment of more than $230,000 in unpaid wages and overtime plus an $828,000 fine, with the Wisconsin DOJ pursuing enforcement if penalties are not paid.
Minnesota Student Freed From ICE Detention After Advocacy Push
Elizabeth Zuna Caisaguano, a 10-year-old Columbia Heights fourth-grader, and her mother were released from Texas’ Dilley ICE detention center after nearly a month, following calls from school officials and Minnesota Gov. Walz; they’re now in a Texas shelter awaiting a possible return to Minnesota as a habeas corpus case proceeds, while other Minnesota students remain detained.
New York City's Relentless Winter Lingers as Snow Stays Dirty and Streets Turn Icebound
A week after a punishing storm, New York City continues to contend with dirty, rock-solid snow and icy sidewalks. Temperatures hover around freezing, keeping melt at bay and forcing cautious commutes for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers as the city endures a stubborn, lingering winter.
13-year-old hero swims four hours to rescue family off WA coast
In Western Australia, 13-year-old Austin Appelbee swam about 4 km through rough seas to reach shore and call emergency services after his mother and younger siblings were swept out to sea. The family drifted roughly 14 km offshore before being found; Austin later sprinted 2 km to reach a phone. All were rescued with minor injuries and are recovering.
MCPS Eyes Monday Two-Hour Delay Amid Snow Cleanup
MCPS anticipates a two-hour delay for Monday, Feb. 2 due to ongoing snow and ice, with updates on Sunday, Feb. 1 after 4 p.m.; openings depend on bus-accessible roads, safe sidewalks, and clear entrances, and not all county roads are clear yet. Nearby jurisdictions have varied responses, and while a full closure is possible, a delay remains the most likely outcome as conditions persist.