⚠️ A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Alabama and Mississippi until 3 AM CST

A suspected arsonist was arrested in connection to four different fires in Santa Monica. Video by Santa Monica Police Department.

Watch: Press Sec. Karoline Leavitt gives major update on Russia peace talks, AG Bondi suing NY & more.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt joined "Rob Schmitt Tonight" to discuss what's on the Trump administration's agenda, and the Democrat pushback they're fighting.

Rob Schmitt: "We've watched idiots run this place for long enough. The country is never going to be the same after DOGE gets done exposing just how ugly and rotten Washington has gotten."

Deputy injured in shootout with Quincy shooting suspect honored by lawmakers.

Florida: Rounds of applause echoed from friends, family and co-workers for the deputy who was shot while pursuing Dominic Caroway, the man suspected of killing two people and injuring two others Thursday evening at a Mobil gas station.

The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Department recognized Deputy Justin Dalton Monday afternoon.
During a pursuit with law enforcement, Caroway shot Deputy Dalton in the foot and vest. Dalton said the bulletproof vest saved his life.

Read more: https://www.wctv.tv/2025/02/11/deputy-injured-shootout-with-quincy-gas-station-shooting-suspect-honored-by-lawmakers

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco Set To Announce Run For Governor.

‘A debate between Bianco and, say, Harris would be pretty invigorating’

Read more: https://californiaglobe.com/fr/riverside-county-sheriff-chad-bianco-set-to-announce-run-for-governor/

*NEWS INTERRUPTION*

President Trump is committed to ending the Ukraine War and securing a lasting peace. This is why he has sent an economic delegation to meet with Zelensky today to offer the opening phase of a deal to end the war

I have come back to Ukraine

⚠️ WET WEATHER AHEAD!

Whether it's rain, fog, or snow—slow down & stay alert!
Reduce speed & leave space
Use low-beam headlights
Check wipers & tires
Brake & steer smoothly
Never drive through flooded roads
If conditions are severe, delay travel.

CHP Central Los Angeles

"The Justice Department is suing New York State and Gov. Kathy Hochul over immigration policies.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams—who’s not named in the lawsuit—will meet with Border Czar Tom Homan on Thursday to discuss collaboration."

Read more: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/attorney-general-pam-bondi-immigration-enforcement/

Thoughts?

Not suing, charging them with crimes.

ICE arrests fugitive from El Salvador wanted in home country for murder: https://www.ice.gov/news/releases/ice-seattle-arrests-fugitive-el-salvador-wanted-home-country-murder

ERO Seattle

Josephine County Sheriff, OR: "We have no communication with ICE. We don't work with them. They're not allowed in our jail or on our property."

“He says his office will neither stand in the way, nor inhibit federal immigration practices, and he makes it clear that it will not tolerate crime of any sort…….”

Read more: https://kobi5.com/news/josephine-county-sheriffs-office-on-immigration-265682/

Thoughts?

DEVELOPING! A classic atmospheric river is barreling into California tonight and will be the strongest storm of the entire winter statewide.

- 4 to 7 feet of snow along the Sierra Nevada Crest
- Life-threatening flash flooding and mudslides likely on the Eaton and Palisades Fire burn scars
- Wind gusts up to 80 mph along the Bay Area coastline
- Isolated supercells and a possible tornado in the Central Valley
- 5 to 12 inches of rain along the Central Coast mountains and Santa Cruz Mountains
- Waves up to 45 feet along the Bay Area coastline
- Rare Winter Storm Warning for Redding in the Northern Sacramento Valley
- 1.5 to 6 inches of rain in Southern California

⚠️ If possible, stay off the roads on Thursday.

⚠️ If you must drive, please slow down!

LAPD HQ

World War III has been averted

A terrified kayaker documented his ordeal as a great white shark stalked him in waters off the coast of New Zealand. 😰

The kayaker eventually escaped unharmed.

Good night to all! 😴

⚠️ Evacuation warnings have been issued for areas at risk of debris flows in recent burn zones. If you're in one of these areas and a law enforcement officer comes to your door, please follow their instructions to ensure your safety.

Debris flows can be dangerous, and it’s important to take these warnings seriously.

For the latest updates, detailed information, and resources, visit http://lacounty.gov/emergency