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Saturday, December 13, 2025
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Good morning! On this day in 1636, Massachusetts organized the first militia regiments in North America to defend the colony, a date now recognized as the founding of the National Guard of the United States.
In our Et Cetera section, we’re happy to report that today is entertainer Dick Van Dyke’s 100th birthday. To celebrate, here’s a link to the song-and-dance video released for Van Dyke’s birthday last year.
When you need gifts people will actually love, The Flyover Christmas Guide is your shortcut.
If you’ve ever wished someone would reinvent wisdom-teeth care the way Invisalign reinvented orthodontics, today’s sponsor, TriAgenics may be the rare early-stage dental breakthrough worth a closer look.
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 Flood Emergency Declared in Washington
Severe flooding throughout western Washington has forced the evacuation of at least one town along the Skagit River floodplain, with officials expecting many thousands more residents to be displaced.
A powerful atmospheric river dumped a foot or more of rain in the Cascade Mountains this week, swelling rivers to record levels. Many residents were stranded on rooftops, and some homes were ripped from their foundations. See storm photos here.
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson said on Friday that President Trump approved an emergency declaration and warned flooding could reach denser areas, with millions of people still under flood watches.
The National Guard has deployed, going door-to-door in some areas to help residents escape danger. More rain is expected starting Sunday, with officials warning it could prolong flooding or trigger new floods.
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Trump Pardon Rejected for State Crime
President Trump announced a pardon for Tina Peters, a former GOP county clerk in Colorado now in state prison for election interference, but Colorado officials say presidential pardons don’t apply to state crimes.
Peters was running for Colorado secretary of state at the time of the indictment, and attracted significant attention over the case. Her campaign website calls her a “political prisoner” and “whistleblower” who has been “silenced for standing for truth.”
Colorado’s position, as Secretary of State Jena Griswold said in a statement, is that Peters will remain in prison: “Tina Peters was convicted by a jury of her peers for state crimes in a state court. Trump has no constitutional authority to pardon her.”
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Army-Navy Game Takes Center Stage
The 126th Army–Navy Game, one of the great traditions of college football, kicks off this afternoon on CBS, with the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy on the line, and President Trump expected to attend in person.
The annual tradition started on Nov. 29, 1890, and it’s been played nearly every year since—a college rivalry that doubles as a celebration of America’s Armed Forces. Navy leads the all-time series 63-55-7, and enters today’s game as the favorite over Army, led by dual-threat quarterback Blake Horvath.
President Trump’s attendance has led to additional security protocols for the game. Federal officials have also set a temporary flight restriction from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and a strict no-drone zone within 2 nautical miles of the stadium.
Kickoff at Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium is set for at 3 p.m. ET. Here’s how to watch.
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The following stories are featured exclusively on The Flyover Podcast—a daily show that gives you the most important headlines in under 15 minutes, straight from the heart of the country. Clicking the link will take you directly to these stories:
➤ The Powerball jackpot has reached the 7th biggest prize ever. (Listen Now)
➤ President Trump is set to honor the legendary 1980 “Miracle on Ice” hockey team at the White House. (Hear Details)
➤ Demand for Disneyland’s Mickey gingerbread cookie has gotten so intense that it’s changing park rules. (Hear Why)
  
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➤ President Trump was sued Friday by preservationists who want his White House ballroom project stopped until it undergoes a full architectural review and receives congressional approval. (See Details)
➤ Adm. Alvin Holsey, head of U.S. Southern Command overseeing military operations focused on Venezuela, left his position Friday with two years left in his tenure. Holsey had announced his retirement in October, saying it was a personal decision and not connected to the military operation. (More)
➤ President Trump is expected to issue an executive order as soon as Monday that would call for the reclassification of marijuana to a less-regulated status, a report that sent cannabis stocks soaring. (See Details)
➤ Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that the White House will pull tens of millions of dollars from New York state if it doesn’t “come into compliance” within 30 days with rules governing the granting of commercial driver’s licenses. (More)
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➤ Former U.S. Olympian Lindsey Vonn took home first in the downhill skiing World Cup yesterday—her first victory since 2018. At 41 years old, she’s the oldest circuit winner ever. (More)
➤ UNC football fired its offensive and special teams coordinators yesterday as fallout continues from Bill Belichick’s unsuccessful first season as the program’s head coach. (More)
➤ Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt will likely miss the team’s game against Miami after being taken to the hospital with a lung issue. (More)
➤ Yesterday’s Results: NBA | NHL | NCAAM | NCAAW | Soccer | Golf
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 Holiday shipping deadlines vary depending on whether you’re using UPS, FedEx, the U.S. Post Office, or some other service. Here’s a schedule of when packages need to ship to arrive by Christmas. (See Deadlines)
Shopping for Christmas decorations? Beware of these seven common mistakes buyers can make. (See Mistakes)
Hard-of-hearing and deaf children in South Dakota will still be able to share in Santa’s Christmas magic thanks to a special event designed just for them. (More)
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 Daily Market Report 12/12/2025
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NASDAQ
National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations |
23,195.17 |
-1.69%
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SPX
S&P 500 |
6,827.41 |
-1.07%
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DJI
Dow Jones Industrial Average |
48,458.05 |
-0.51%
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BTC
Bitcoin |
$90,354.91 |
-2.33%
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GOLD
Per Ounce |
$4,329.80 |
1.03%
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Bitcoin and gold are traded 24 hours a day.
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➤ Legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke turns 100 today as career- and life-spanning retrospectives, including two documentaries and a photo gallery, celebrate his most memorable productions and achievements. (See Photos)
➤ A doorbell camera captured a building explosion in Hayward, California, that injured at least six people after a gas line ruptured, authorities said. (See Explosion)
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Do you own an ugly Christmas sweater?
- Yes
- No
- I have several
- I call mine “festive”
Yesterday’s Results:
What’s your go-to Christmas light style?
- Classic warm white: 31%
- Bright multicolor: 31%
- Cool white/icy tones: 14%
- Other: 13%
- All red & green: 11%
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 Daily Quote
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“We thought a truck hit the house or something, but no, the neighbor’s house exploded.”
— Brittany Maldonado, on a nearby house being suddenly obliterated by a gas leak.
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 Today’s Trivia
Which U.S. state was the first to declare Christmas a legal holiday?
Show me the answer
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