By Kara Scannell, Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN

(CNN) — Journalist Don Lemon was taken into custody on Thursday night, according to his attorney.

Lemon was with dozens of anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement protesters as they rushed into Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, earlier this month, interrupting a church service and leading to tense confrontations.

“Don Lemon was taken into custody by federal agents last night in Los Angeles, where he was covering the Grammy awards,” his attorney Abbe Lowell said in a statement early Friday. “Don has been a journalist for 30 years, and his constitutionally protected work in Minneapolis was no different than what he has always done. The First Amendment exists to protect journalists whose role it is to shine light on the truth and hold those in power accountable.”

“Instead of investigating the federal agents who killed two peaceful Minnesota protesters, the Trump Justice Department is devoting its time, attention and resources to this arrest, and that is the real indictment of wrongdoing in this case,” Lowell added. “This unprecedented attack on the First Amendment and transparent attempt to distract attention from the many crises facing this administration will not stand. Don will fight these charges vigorously and thoroughly in court.”

Lemon, a former CNN anchor, has said that he was present at the demonstration as a journalist and not as a protester. In a video of the episode that he posted on YouTube, Lemon says “I’m just here photographing, I’m not part of the group… I’m a journalist.”

Still, senior Justice Department officials immediately and publicly asserted that Lemon would face charges. Lemon did not have a right to be on the church’s private property, they’ve said, and interrupting a church service may have impeded in the churchgoers’ constitutional rights to express their religion.

Attorney General Pam Bondi denounced the protest during a visit to Minneapolis, saying in a Fox News interview that the scene was “horrific.” She did not reference Lemon specifically.

CNN has reached out to the Department of Justice for for information.

This story is breaking and will be updated.

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By Oren Liebermann and Ibrahim Dahman

(CNN) — The Israeli military has acknowledged in a briefing to Israeli journalists that approximately 70,000 Palestinians were killed during the war in Gaza and that the figures from the health ministry in the enclave are largely accurate, local media reports.

Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth quoted military officials Thursday as saying, “We estimate that about 70,000 Gazans were killed in the war, not including the missing.” Kan 11, the country’s public broadcaster, attributed the information to the Coordinator of Government Affairs in the Territories (COGAT) and said there is now an effort to analyze how many of those killed were civilian or militant.

On Wednesday, the Palestinian Ministry of Health said a total of 71,667 Palestinians were killed in Gaza since the start of the war, as well as 171,343 injured. That number includes 492 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes since the ceasefire began in mid-October. The ministry, which does not differentiate between civilians and militants, has routinely published lists of those killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza.

Early in the war, Israel had cast doubt on the number of Palestinians the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) had killed in its attacks, repeatedly accusing the health ministry, which it says is controlled by Hamas, of inflating the figures.

An IDF spokesperson would not confirm the information provided to Israeli journalists.

“The IDF clarifies that the details published do not reflect official IDF data,” the spokesperson said. “Any publication or report on this matter will be released through official and orderly channels.” The spokesperson did not answer if the IDF held data about the number of Palestinians killed in Gaza or if such information would ever be released.

“We don’t have any further comment beyond the information we already gave.”

Although the IDF has never publicly acknowledged the number killed in Gaza, senior officials have referenced the death toll in private conversations. Last August, in an audio recording released by Israel’s Channel 12 news, former IDF intel chief Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva said, “The fact that there are already 50,000 dead in Gaza is necessary and required for future generations.” It was unclear when Haliva was speaking, but the number killed in Gaza surpassed 50,000 in March 2025.

In September, former IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi said, “There are 2.2 million people in Gaza. There are in Gaza today more than 10% who were killed or injured, more than 200,000. This is not a gentle war.” The number closely aligned with the casualty figures from the health ministry at the time, which said that Israeli forces had killed nearly 65,000 Palestinians and injured more than 164,000.

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SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Catholic schools across Central and Southern California are celebrating National Catholic Schools Week, a nationwide event that highlights faith-based education, community, and service. This year marks the 52nd anniversary of the annual celebration.

On Tuesday, Catholic students from across the Central Coast gathered at Bishop Garcia Diego High School for a day centered on connection, worship, and community. The week’s theme, “Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community,” was reflected throughout the events and activities.

Schools celebrated all week long with a variety of events designed to bring students, families, and educators together. Activities included a K-12 Mass, a community barbecue, a motivational talk by TEDx and teen mindset speaker Tanner Clark, and a special celebration honoring grandparents.

Gabriel Villa, a senior and ASB president at Bishop Garcia Diego High School, says the week is an important opportunity for students to connect with one another and the wider community.

“It means a lot,” Villa said. “It’s a way we can connect with the community here in Santa Barbara. It’s also a good time to set an example for the younger kids.”

Several Catholic schools participated in the celebrations, including Bishop Garcia Diego High School, Mount Carmel, St. Raphael, Notre Dame, and St. Therese.

National Catholic Schools Week wraps up today, concluding with the grandparents’ celebration, but school leaders say the message of faith, unity, and community extends far beyond this week.

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Every new parent faces the difficult decision of choosing the perfect name for a newborn. First names rarely get changed after being assigned and carry with them a wide range of meanings and associations. This creates a lot of pressure on expectant parents to pick the perfect moniker for their little ones.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, many parents end up choosing the same names over and over. Research suggests that we pick specific names implying desired characteristics about our children, selecting names for boys and girls intended to shape them. Male monikers are commonly inspired by political, cultural, and personal influences that suggest good, masculine, and well-rounded people.

The 1960s are commonly associated with tie-dye-clad hippies, psychedelic experimentation, and rock ‘n’ roll icons like the Beatles and Jimi Hendrix. But underneath the flower power, free love exterior, the ’60s were a period of radical social and political change—not only in the United States but around the world. The decade was one characterized by a host of juxtapositions; anger and fear over injustice and uneasy political conditions lived alongside notions of musical awakening and pacifist harmony.

Stacker compiled a list of the most popular baby names for boys in the ’60s in California using data from the Social Security Administration. Names are ranked by number of babies born from 1960 to 1969. The names in this list represent the distinct intersection of Baby Boomer and Gen X and a reflection of some of the most well-known celebrities, musicians, and trends of the time. Keep reading to see if your name was among the most popular in the ’60s in your home state.

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#30. Matthew

Matthew is a name of Hebrew origin meaning “Gift of Yahweh”.

California
– Babies from 1960 to 1969: 11,907
– Babies from 2015 to 2024: 16,007 (#10 most common name, +34.4% compared to the 60s)

National:
– Babies from 1960 to 1969: 105,943 (#36 most common name)

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#29. Stephen

Stephen is a name of Greek origin meaning “wreath, crown”.

California
– Babies from 1960 to 1969: 12,218
– Babies from 2015 to 2024: 1,042 (#360 most common name, -91.5% compared to the 60s)

National:
– Babies from 1960 to 1969: 152,231 (#27 most common name)

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#28. Edwa

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Way compiled a look at the affordability of attending San Diego FC games. Ticket rates were aggregated from official primary ticketing partners (Ticketmaster, SeatGeek, AXS) and major resale marketplaces (Vivid Seats, SeatPick) based on availability as of January 12, 2026. Ticket prices and concession costs are estimates subject to change and may fluctuate significantly based on dynamic pricing, demand, and opponent.

The cost of grabbing a bite or drink at an MLS game varies widely depending on where you’re watching. Fans pay the steepest prices in Los Angeles and Miami, where a beer can run up to $16 at LAFC’s BMO Stadium and $15 at Inter Miami CF’s Freedom Park, while hot dogs and sodas reach $10 and $8 respectively in those venues. On the other end, Atlanta United offers some of the league’s most affordable concessions — just $5 for a beer, $2 for a hot dog, and $2 for a soda at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

How much it costs to attend San Diego FC games
– 2026 Stadium: Snapdragon Stadium
– Ticket prices: $75 (6th highest)
– Concession total: $33.00 (1st highest)
— Beer (16oz): $15.00
— Hot Dog: $10.00
— Soda: $8.00
– Average parking price: $10.40

MLS teams with the highest ticket prices
#1. Inter Miami CF ($165)
#2. LAFC ($95)
#3. St. Louis CITY SC ($90)
#4. Columbus Crew ($82)
#5. Austin FC ($78)

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