A New Orleans deputy was arrested on Jan. 16, 2026, on felony charges related to an inmate beating in December 2025.

Arkansas closes wildlife areas Jan. 19–March 31, 2026, for feral hog control via aerial operations.

Lil Uzi Vert tops Hot Rap Songs with "What You Saying," fueled by streaming and airplay.

Tim Andrews, after 271 days with a pig kidney, received a successful human kidney transplant and is recovering at home.

NBA explores Europe league with PSG, but no decisions made yet.

Olivia Dean named Billboard's 2025 Rookie of the Year for her chart-topping debut album and viral rise.

Vitesse Energy executives sold over $1.4M in stock as the company reported a loss and unsustainable dividend.

Michigan launches state initiative to explore geologic hydrogen as a clean energy source.

Short interest in PIMCO's LONZ and LDUR ETFs rose in December, with JPMorgan increasing its stake in both.

On January 18, 2026, Memphis defeated UTSA 98-91 in a high-scoring AAC game at FedExForum.