The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center has issued a rare "high risk" Level 5 out of 5 alert for parts of the Midwest and Mid-South, impacting nearly 3 million people. Severe weather in the form of damaging wind gusts, large hail, and several tornadoes are expected, with hail reaching up to apple size and wind gusts reaching up to 70 mph. People in the affected areas should take the necessary precautions and stay alert for further updates.
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Mike Pence has signaled that he may drop efforts to avoid testifying in the Justice Department's criminal probe into former President Donald Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election. A federal judge ruled that Pence must comply with a subpoena and testify before the federal grand jury, and Pence has stated that he will obey the law. His testimony could provide important insight into the events of Jan. 6.
Republican senators have proposed a resolution to revoke President Joe Biden's executive action to forgive some federal student loan debt, arguing that it is unfair to those who have made responsible financial decisions. The resolution, led by Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, has 35 GOP co-sponsors and is currently under review. Opponents of the resolution argue that forgiving student loan debt will help stimulate the economy and provide much needed relief to those struggling to pay off their loans.
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed a bill into law that prohibits transgender students from using restrooms that do not align with the sex listed on their birth certificate. The bill applies to pre-K through 12th grade public and charter schools, and those who do not comply with the law can be fined a minimum of $1,000. This is part of a larger trend of GOP-led legislative efforts to restrict LGBTQ rights in schools, and the bill has been met with criticism from LGBTQ rights groups.
Arkansas' eighth-seeded Razorbacks pulled off a stunning upset of top seed and defending national champion Kansas on Saturday, with Ricky Council IV's five free throws in the closing seconds sealing the 72-71 victory. Coach Eric Musselman celebrated in style, jumping onto the press table and ripping off his shirt, while his players rushed across the floor to join in the jubilation. The win follows No. 16 seed Fairleigh Dickinson's historic upset of No. 1 Purdue on Friday night, setting the stage for more thrilling upsets in the NCAA Tournament.
Two Iowa residents, Megan K. Staude, 25, and her father Rodney A. Staude, 64, have been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of a newborn baby. The baby was found in a ditch near Norwalk on March 1st, and an autopsy is being conducted to determine the cause of death. If convicted, the Staudes could face life in prison, and the case has sparked a conversation about the importance of providing resources for pregnant women and new mothers.
At a rally in Iowa, former President Donald Trump took aim at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, calling him "DeSanctus" and saying he probably shouldn't have endorsed him in his bid for the governor's mansion. Trump also compared DeSantis to 2012 GOP nominee Mitt Romney, and said he will "protect Iowa ethanol from anyone who wishes to destroy it." The former president said he last spoke to DeSantis "a couple of days ago," but did not elaborate on the conversation.
Key takeaways: Governor Ron DeSantis made his first stop in Iowa, speaking to an audience of more than 1,000 DeSantis’ speech focused on his opposition…