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USA Herald January 12, 2021

Mitch McConnell Rumored to Back Trump Impeachment

Almost one week ago, supporters of President Donald Trump ransacked the U.S. Capitol in a shocking onslaught. The chaos on January 6 prompted extensive property damage and lawmakers having to…

By Gabrielle Seunagal Gabrielle Seunagal is a full-time freelance writer, editor, and voice actor, who worked with USA Herald from June 2017 to November 2024. She is passionate about fitness, travel, and combating human rights abuses like human trafficking and child marriage.
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USA Herald January 12, 2021
BREAKING: Visa, Plaid abandon $5.3B merger deal after DOJ antitrust lawsuit

Visa Inc. (NYSE: V) and Plaid mutually decided to abandon their $5.3 billion merger agreement after the U.S.…

By Marivic Cabural Summers Marivic has been a freelance writer/journalist for nearly 20 years. She strictly adheres to the ethical standards in journalism. For her, integrity is everything. Readers deserve to know that real story. She previously worked as research analyst and editor at Lombardi Financial and has written for various websites including The Motley Fool, ValueWalk, IcannWiki and was a news writer/radio program producer at Nation Broadcasting Corporation. Marivic holds a BA in Mass Communications.
USA Herald January 12, 2021
Billionaire Chamath Palihapitiya invests big in climate change

Billionaire investor Chamath Palihapitiya announced on Tuesday that he just made his “biggest investment in climate change.” In…

By Rochdi Rais Rochdi Rais is the Fractional Head of Growth and financial and legal writer at USA Herald. He has been writing and editing financial, legal and U.S. news for years with over +4000 articles published during his career.
USA Herald January 12, 2021
Gov. Cuomo faces lawsuit over New York’s controversial abortion law

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is facing a class-action lawsuit filed by domestic violence victims who are questioning…

By Marivic Cabural Summers Marivic has been a freelance writer/journalist for nearly 20 years. She strictly adheres to the ethical standards in journalism. For her, integrity is everything. Readers deserve to know that real story. She previously worked as research analyst and editor at Lombardi Financial and has written for various websites including The Motley Fool, ValueWalk, IcannWiki and was a news writer/radio program producer at Nation Broadcasting Corporation. Marivic holds a BA in Mass Communications.
USA Herald January 12, 2021
New York Economy Reopening As Trump Leaves Office

The debate over reopening the economy is almost inextricably connected to partisanship. Since the inception of shutdowns, Republicans and…

By Gabrielle Seunagal Gabrielle Seunagal is a full-time freelance writer, editor, and voice actor, who worked with USA Herald from June 2017 to November 2024. She is passionate about fitness, travel, and combating human rights abuses like human trafficking and child marriage.
USA Herald January 12, 2021
Germany’s Chancellor Merkel slams Twitter ban on Trump as “problematic”

German Chancellor Angela Merkel railed against social media giant Twitter for permanently banning outgoing U.S. President Donald Trump…

By Dee Dulfo Dee is a journalist and a news anchor. He enjoys traveling the world with just a backpack.
USA Herald January 12, 2021
Twilio CEO Jeff Lawson urges U.S. gov’t to regulate social media algorithms

In a bid to scale up efforts to combat disinformation, Twilio CEO Jeff Lawson urged the United States…

By Dee Dulfo Dee is a journalist and a news anchor. He enjoys traveling the world with just a backpack.
USA Herald January 12, 2021
BREAKING: Trump Announces His Future Plans As President

President Donald Trump headed to the Alamo on Tuesday to inspect a portion of the border wall. As…

By Jennifer Garcia Jennifer is an Education Supervisor, English Major, and Journalist. She has two bachelors and three MAeDs, with specialties in working with students and families with Special Needs. She continues to coordinate community literacy programs and perform outreach for vulnerable groups through her church.
USA Herald January 12, 2021
YouTube competitor Rumble sues Google, seeks $2 billion damages

A YouTube competitor, Rumble filed a lawsuit against Google alleging that the tech giant violated antitrust laws by…

By Rochdi Rais Rochdi Rais is the Fractional Head of Growth and financial and legal writer at USA Herald. He has been writing and editing financial, legal and U.S. news for years with over +4000 articles published during his career.
USA Herald January 12, 2021
WHO granted entry to China for COVID-19 origin investigation

The World Health Organization (WHO) has been allowed entry into China after a long delay in order to…

By Colby McCoy Colby is a full-time freelance writer based in Seattle, Washington. He grew up in the Southeastern U.S. and loves books, politics, and spending time with his two dogs hiking.
USA Herald January 11, 2021
Amazon warns employees about far-right threats to blow-up its data centers

Amazon.com (NASDAQ: AMZN) warned its employees that far-right activists threatened to blow-up its data centers after its decision…

By Marivic Cabural Summers Marivic has been a freelance writer/journalist for nearly 20 years. She strictly adheres to the ethical standards in journalism. For her, integrity is everything. Readers deserve to know that real story. She previously worked as research analyst and editor at Lombardi Financial and has written for various websites including The Motley Fool, ValueWalk, IcannWiki and was a news writer/radio program producer at Nation Broadcasting Corporation. Marivic holds a BA in Mass Communications.
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Line of armed police standing across a crosswalk at night, blocking a street; protesters and bystanders in background.
USA Herald July 5, 2026
California Chaos: Fourth of July Celebrations Marred by Crowd Violence, Looting, Fireworks Injuries and Multiple Fires California Chaos unfolded across parts of Southern California during the Fourth of July holiday as celebrations in several communities were overshadowed by violent confrontations with police, reported looting, dangerous fireworks incidents and multiple structure fires. While hundreds of thousands of people attended parades, concerts and fireworks displays without incident, authorities were forced to respond to several serious public safety emergencies throughout the weekend. In Newport Beach, officers in riot gear confronted large crowds after disturbances escalated into assaults on law enforcement, fights among attendees and reports of looting. Elsewhere, firefighters battled multiple blazes believed to have been sparked by fireworks, while several people were injured in a fireworks explosion in Chino. Police Confront Large Crowd in Newport Beach One of the most serious incidents occurred in Newport Beach, where police officers were confronted by a crowd estimated to number in the hundreds. Authorities said people in the crowd threw bottles and other objects at officers as law enforcement attempted to restore order. Video from the scene showed police forming defensive lines while wearing helmets and protective equipment as projectiles were reportedly thrown in their direction. As tensions increased, portions of the crowd reportedly began fighting among themselves, creating additional hazards for officers attempting to make arrests and disperse the gathering. Mounted police officers on horseback were eventually deployed to move people out of the area, creating space for additional officers to enter safely and detain individuals suspected of participating in the unrest. Mounted units are commonly used during large public gatherings because horses provide officers with greater visibility and can help move crowds while minimizing the need for more forceful crowd-control tactics. Looting Reported During the Unrest Video circulating online appeared to show the aftermath of reported looting at a Pavilions grocery store in Newport Beach. Merchandise was scattered throughout the parking lot, while groups of people remained outside the business after the incident. Some individuals were seen standing nearby, laughing and recording the aftermath on their phones. Authorities have not publicly announced how many people may have participated in the reported looting or whether arrests related to the incident have been made. Officials also indicated that many individuals involved in the disturbances did not appear to be local residents, though investigators continue reviewing evidence and surveillance footage. Fireworks Lead to Injuries and Fires Elsewhere across Southern California, emergency crews responded to multiple incidents involving illegal or improperly handled fireworks. In Chino, several people were injured after fireworks reportedly exploded close to the ground rather than launching safely into the air. Emergency responders treated multiple victims at the scene before transporting some to local hospitals. Around Los Angeles, firefighters spent much of Saturday night battling separate fires that broke out in different neighborhoods. More than 60 firefighters responded to a commercial building fire in the Harbor Gateway area after flames erupted shortly before 10 p.m. A second blaze ignited in Mission Hills, where several cypress trees caught fire before flames spread to two nearby vehicles. Firefighters successfully prevented the fire from reaching surrounding homes, and no injuries were reported. Officials continue investigating both fires and have not ruled out fireworks as a possible cause. Huntington Beach Celebration Draws Massive Crowds Despite the isolated incidents elsewhere, Huntington Beach hosted one of California’s largest Independence Day celebrations. Hundreds of thousands of spectators filled the city’s streets and beaches for the annual festivities, which included the 122nd Annual Fourth of July Parade, widely recognized as the largest Independence Day parade west of the Mississippi River. American flags lined the parade route as marching bands, military veterans, horseback riders, community organizations and classic automobiles made their way along Pacific Coast Highway. Families gathered in lawn chairs throughout the day before the celebration concluded with a large fireworks display launched from the Huntington Beach Pier. Although the event generates significant tourism revenue for local businesses, city officials have noted that the operational costs of providing security, sanitation and emergency services often exceed direct municipal revenue generated by the celebration. Residents praised the annual tradition despite the challenges. “It’s amazing. Huntington Beach, Fourth of July, there’s nothing like it,” attendee Katie Jarrett told The California Post. Another visitor, Carolyn Jesse, described the celebration as a meaningful expression of patriotism and community pride. Investigation Continues Law enforcement agencies continue reviewing video footage, interviewing witnesses and assessing evidence related to the Newport Beach disturbances. Officials have urged anyone with information regarding assaults on officers, acts of vandalism or reported looting to contact investigators. Authorities also reminded residents that illegal fireworks remain prohibited in many California communities because of the significant wildfire and public safety risks they present. Relevant Links Newport Beach Police Department: https://www.newportbeachca.gov/government/departments/police Los Angeles Fire Department: https://www.lafd.org/ Huntington Beach Official Website: https://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/ California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE): https://www.fire.ca.gov/ California Office of Emergency Services: https://www.caloes.ca.gov/ Keywords: California Chaos, Newport Beach, Fourth of July, riot police, mounted police, crowd violence, looting, Pavilions grocery store, Huntington Beach, Chino fireworks explosion, Los Angeles fires, Harbor Gateway fire, Mission Hills fire, CAL FIRE, Independence Day celebration, California news.
Smiling elderly couple dressed for a formal event; woman in a light-colored outfit with earrings, man in a black tuxedo and bow tie.
USA Herald July 5, 2026
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lightning strike at Fort Myers Beach
USA Herald July 4, 2026
Man Killed, Three Family Members Injured in Lightning Strike at Popular Florida Beach
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USA Herald July 4, 2026
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heat cancels National Independence Day
USA Herald July 4, 2026
Independence Day Parade in Washington DC Abruptly Canceled Due to Extreme Heat
Pedestrians stroll along a sunny boardwalk lined with waving American flags along the railing.
USA Herald July 4, 2026
Beach Closures Expand Across Long Island as Shark Sightings and Bacteria Warnings Disrupt Fourth of July Weekend

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