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FirstFT: California declares state of emergency as wildfires rage

Also in today’s newsletter, Facebook ends third-party fact-checking, and analysts turn on Citi’s chief executive

Financial Times - 10h

Jimmy Carter to Lie in State in Capitol Starting Tuesday

Former President Jimmy Carter, who once banned the playing of “Hail to the Chief,” will lie in state at the Capitol as part of three days of elaborate ceremonies.

The New York Times - 16h

Republicans hold on to Virginia state Senate seat

Republican Luther Cifers defeated Democrat Jack Trammell in the special election for the state Senate's 10th District on Tuesday, according to Decision Desk HQ, maintaining Republicans’ grip on the ...

The Hill - 20h

Jimmy Carter lying in state at U.S. Capitol

Jimmy Carter is lying in state at the U.S. Capitol ahead of his state funeral on Jan. 9. Scott MacFarlane has more on the late former president's journey from Georgia to Washington, D.C.

CBS News - 20h

College Football Playoff predictions, odds: Picks for Ohio State-Texas, Notre Dame-Penn State in semifinals

Trust the Process with picks for the CFP's pair of heavyweight semifinals

CBS Sports - 22h

Panera Brands CEO steps down; CFO to fill in as interim chief

Panera Bread’s parent company announced Tuesday that CEO Jose Dueñas is stepping down, effective immediately.

NBC News - 23h

Panera Brands CEO steps down, CFO to fill in as interim chief

The restaurant company, which also includes Einstein Bros. and Caribou Coffee, has been attempting to go public over the last few years.

CNBC - 1d

Van Jones on Trump pitching Canada as 51st state: 'That would be a huge blue state'

CNN political commentator Van Jones weighed in on President-elect Trump’s idea of pitching Canada to become the 51st state, claiming that if it happens, America’s northern neighbor would be a “huge ...

The Hill - 1d

California sheriff is Trump's blue-state ally

Riverside County, California, Sheriff Chad Bianco says he feels "very good" about President-elect Trump winning the election and calls Democrats' agenda "pro criminal." In the past, Bianco was a ...

NBC News - 1d

North Dakota State wins 10th FCS title with 35-32 triumph over Montana State

The Bison have won those 10 titles over the past 14 seasons.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

FCS title game preview: Can North Dakota State knock off undefeated Montana State?

NDSU looks to reclaim spot atop FCS, while Montana State seeks its first title in 40 years.

ESPN - 1d

How the Islamic State Radicalizes People Today

A man who pledged allegiance to the terrorist group carried out a deadly attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day.

The New York Times - 2d

Can Texas slow down Ohio State? How will Notre Dame fare vs. Penn State? Previewing the semis

How each team can win its semifinal game, plus key players and what we learned from the quarterfinals.

ESPN - 2d

Watch Delaware State Hornets vs. Norfolk State Spartans: TV channel, live stream info, start time

How to watch Delaware State vs. Norfolk State basketball game

CBS Sports - 2d

Courts in ‘State of Disarray’ on Law Disarming Felons

The Supreme Court has repeatedly ducked Second Amendment challenges to the law. Starkly differing decisions from federal appeals courts last month may change that.

The New York Times - 2d

What we learned as Monk, Sabonis fuel Kings' demolition of Warriors

Malik Monk and Domantas Sabonis led the charge as the Sacramento Kings entered Chase Center and absolutely walloped the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

GM: Bears to interview interim Brown for HC job

The Bears will interview interim coach Thomas Brown for the team's head coaching vacancy, general manager Ryan Poles said.

ESPN - 3d

Austrian People’s Party nominates Christian Stocker as interim leader after Nehammer resigns

Austrian People’s Party has nominated its General Secretary Christian Stocker as interim leader after the expected resignation of Chancellor Karl Nehammer

ABC News - 3d

Monk states interim coach Christie has ‘simplified' things for Kings

Malik Monk explained on NBC Sports Californa's "Kings Postgame Live" how interim head coach Doug Christie has "simplified" things for Sacramento.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

San Diego State vs. Boise State live stream, where to watch, TV channel, odds, spread, prediction, pick

The Broncos host the Aztecs on CBS Saturday

CBS Sports - 4d

State funeral of Jimmy Carter begins

America's goodbye to its 39th president officially begins today, as the nearly week-long state funeral of Jimmy Carter begins. The funeral will include stops throughout his home state of Georgia, ...

CBS News - 4d

Watch Kennesaw State Owls vs. Jax. State Gamecocks: TV channel, live stream info, start time

How to watch Kennesaw State vs. Jacksonville State basketball game

CBS Sports - 4d

Monk scores 31 points in the Sacramento Kings 138-133 win over the Grizzlies

Malik Monk scored 31 points, DeMar DeRozan added 29 and the Sacramento Kings beat the Memphis Grizzlies 138-130

ABC News - 4d

Zapala scores season-high 15 points as No. 18 Michigan State holds off Ohio State 69-62

Zapala fueled a 12-0 run to build a 14-point lead for the Spartans.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

What we learned as Monk scores 31 in Kings' win vs. Grizzlies

Malik Monk made sure Devin Carter's NBA debut ended on a high note in the Sacramento Kings' win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

College Football Playoff: What's next for Georgia, Oregon, Arizona State, Boise State after quarterfinal exits

Looking ahead for the teams that were sent home early in the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff

CBS Sports - 5d

The Best Team in the Country? It’s Clearly Ohio State.

If the Buckeyes keep playing like this, they will be nearly impossible to beat, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 5d

Jimmy Carter's body will lie in state at U.S. Capitol

Memorial services honoring former President Jimmy Carter begin this weekend. His body will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol starting Tuesday following a public viewing in Atlanta, Georgia. CBS ...

CBS News - 5d

CFP quarterfinal reactions: Ohio State blows out Oregon & Texas survives Arizona State | College Football Power Hour

Caroline Fenton, Jason Fitz & Adam Breneman react to the thrilling, double-overtime victory for Texas vs. Arizona State and Ohio State’s total thrashing of Oregon.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Does the United States need a debt limit?

The federal debt limit has no practical value. This suggests that ending it would be a good idea. Yet the laws of unintended consequences suggest that there are unforeseen effects that may be worse ...

The Hill - 6d

Fears Grow of Islamic State's Re-Emergence in Syria

The group is looking to exploit Syria’s uncertain future to rebuild its influence—half a decade after U.S.-led forces broke its hold on swaths of territory and millions of people.

The Wall Street Journal - 6d

Broccoli sold at Walmart recalled in 20 states

Broccoli sold at Walmart stores in 20 states has been recalled. Braga Fresh last week issued a voluntary and precautionary advisory for 12-ounce bags of Marketside Broccoli Florets that may be ...

The Hill - Jan. 1

Penn State Reaches the Playoff Semifinals After Defeating Boise State 31-14

The Nittany Lions will face the winner of Notre Dame-Georgia in the Sugar Bowl.

The New York Times - Jan. 1

Republican-run states see opportunity to push extreme policies under Trump

Emboldened red states could advocate for rightwing reforms from steep tax cuts to slashes to education. Republican state lawmakers and conservative leaders around the United States see Donald ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1