Two students were killed in a school shooting at Antioch High School in Nashville, carried out by a 17-year-old shooter who then took his own life. The incident has left the community in grief and reignited the debate on implementing gun safety measures to protect students and communities from gun violence. (UPI)
The House approved the Laken Riley Act, expanding the federal government's mandate to detain immigrants in the country illegally. The legislation, named after a victim of a crime committed by an undocumented immigrant, passed with a 263 to 156 vote and is expected to be the first bill signed by President Trump in his new term. (CBS News)
Fire crews are battling the rapidly spreading Hughes Fire near Castaic, burning over 5,000 acres in two hours and prompting mandatory evacuations for residents near Castaic Lake. With 0% containment, strong winds and dry conditions are fueling the blaze, pushing it towards the southwest and posing a threat to the town of Castaic. (CNN)
Netflix is raising subscription prices for plans in the United States and other territories, with increases ranging from one to two dollars. The price adjustments will take effect during the next billing cycle for subscribers. A standard monthly subscription with ads will increase to $7.99, while the ad-free tier will jump to $17.99 from $15.49. (UPI)
In western India, at least 12 train passengers were killed and six others injured when they jumped off a train to escape a rumored fire incident and were hit by another express train on an adjacent track. The tragic accident occurred in Maharashtra State, highlighting ongoing safety challenges despite efforts to improve the railway. (ABC News)
