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Washington Post Announces Layoffs, Scales Back Coverage
The Washington Post announced Wednesday it is laying off a third of its workers across all departments and significantly scaling back news coverage, according to CBS News. Executive Editor Matt Murray announced the restructuring during a Zoom call with employees, outlining plans to restructure the local news department and editing staff, close its books department, and reduce the number of journalists stationed overseas.
Barry Svrluga, a sports columnist at the Post, stated on social media that the media outlet would also close its sports department in its "current form," citing comments made by Murray during the call, CBS News reported. In a letter to the newsroom shared with CBS News, Murray stated that the restructuring plans are intended to "place The Washington Post on a stronger footing" and improve its future prospects.
Search Continues for Savannah Guthrie's Mother
In Arizona, the Pima County Sheriff's Department continued its search for Nancy Guthrie, 84, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, CBS News reported Wednesday. Nancy Guthrie was reported missing Sunday after family members went to her Tucson home when she missed church. According to CBS News, the case is being investigated as a crime, but authorities have not identified a suspect or person of interest. "Detectives continue to speak with anyone who may have had contact with Mrs. Guthrie," the sheriff's department said in a statement, according to CBS News. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told CBS News that detectives were working closely with Guthrie's family.
Prince Andrew Moves to Sandringham Amid Epstein File Release
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, has moved out of his Royal Lodge home in Windsor and is now residing at Sandringham, King Charles' private estate in Norfolk, eastern England, CBS News reported Wednesday. Buckingham Palace announced the move in October, with the expectation that it would occur in early 2026. CBS News understands that Mountbatten-Windsor was living in Sandringham as of Wednesday morning. The move came days after the U.S. Department of Justice released 3 million documents and photos relating to Jeffrey Epstein, some of which reveal previously undisclosed details about Mountbatten-Windsor's relationship with the convicted sex offender, according to CBS News.
Minneapolis Sees Federal Agent Drawdown After Shootings
In Minneapolis, the number of federal agents is being reduced by 700, leaving 2,000 agents in the state, ABC News reported. The announcement followed the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens by federal agents in January. Alex Pretti, 37, an ICU nurse, was shot and killed on Jan. 24, and his death was ruled a homicide, according to ABC News. The shooting of Pretti followed the fatal shooting of Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother, on Jan. 7, ABC News reported. The incidents led to increased tensions, with protesters clashing with law enforcement. Meredith Deliso and Ivan Pereira of ABC News reported that the latest updates were provided on February 4, 2026.
Judge Questions Pentagon's Attempt to Punish Sen. Mark Kelly
A federal judge questioned Justice Department lawyers on Tuesday about the legal precedent for the Defense Department's attempt to punish Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly, ABC News reported. Kelly, a retired Navy captain and former astronaut, is seeking an injunction against the Pentagon for threatening to demote him in rank and reduce his military retirement benefits because of a video he made with other Democratic members of Congress who had served in the military or national security, urging troops not to support President Donald Trump, according to ABC News. Anne Flaherty, Tierra Cunningham, and Briana Stewart of ABC News reported that Kelly seeks to block Hegseth from reducing his rank and retirement benefits.
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