Richmond VA -- A police officer just stopped a few Proud Boys from walking through the Black Panthers/Fred Hampton members. “Ya’ll be safe tonight,” one of the PB said as they walked by.

Katie Couric: "How are we going to really, almost deprogram these people who have signed up for the cult of Trump?"

The older she gets the more she’s starting to look like Hillary Clinton. Menopause must be a bitch.

The Javits Center at 3pm where they claim they are trying to inoculate 1,000 people an hour. . . That would appear to be a lie.

The Los Angeles Police Department is significantly ramping up patrols at areas across the city as authorities brace for potentially violent demonstrations leading up to the inauguration of Joe Biden. The potential for civic unrest has prompted LAPD to increase security measures to protect businesses and government buildings. "We'll have added staffing in substantial numbers around our downtown business core, around our Civic Center as well as other critical spots around the L.A. region as we approach the inauguration and on the day itself and into the evenings each night," said LAPD Chief Michel Moore. L.A. City Council President Nury Martinez canceled Wednesday's scheduled City Council meeting and urged City Hall staff to work remotely amid threats of violence

Meanwhile, in DC -- A view behind the fencing: National Guard troops stand by military vehicles used as road blocks.

Iraq -- A F-16 operated by the USAF was spotted on radar above the strike zone. New footage shows deadly strike.

Migrant invaders at the border in Vado Hondo, Guatemala with heavy guard response.

LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva: Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As Sheriff, my hope is that we can all aspire to demonstrate in our life Dr. King’s level of greatness and courage in the face of great adversity. Thank you Dr. Martin Luther King Jr! Wishing County of LA residents a safe holiday.

A 30-year-old police assistant with the South Pasadena Police Department died over the weekend from complications due to COVID-19, the department announced Monday. "Bayron made a lasting impression on all that met him," said South Pasadena Deputy Chief Brian Solinsky. "He was a consummate professional who had a bright career ahead of him. Bayron was a man who deeply cared about his family and always brought a joyful smile wherever he went. He will be deeply missed." Thank you for your service. 💙 #RIP

Richmond VA -- Guy showing off his 3D printed gun points it directly at a photojournalist while trying to unclip it from his rig.

A few groups have met outside the Capitol in Salem, but no big protests. There are a few people holding Black Lives Matter signs, some people wrestling in a group called Grapple at the Capitol and a few street preachers.