A brown pelican 'feeding frenzy' is an encouraging sign for the often-struggling large seabirds

In Central California, brown pelicans have been observed engaging in a 'feeding frenzy' as they gather on rock promontories and take flight to feed on a large school of fish, including northern anchovies, Pacific sardines, and mackerel, just offshore. This behavior indicates a significant moment for these seabirds, which have faced challenges in recent years.

Florida has initiated discussions on redistricting as it prepares for the upcoming midterm elections, reflecting a nationwide trend among states to reshape congressional voting districts. This process is expected to be contentious as political parties seek to gain an advantage in the House of Representatives.

Honolulu's city council has approved a $1 million settlement for the family of a 16-year-old Micronesian boy who was shot and killed by police in 2021. This decision comes amid ongoing discussions about police conduct and accountability in the city.

Venmo has announced that it is 'back up and running' after resolving a widespread service outage that affected users' ability to send and receive money. The payment service experienced significant disruptions, prompting user complaints regarding transaction failures.

Connecticut police discovered a decomposed body and multiple explosives inside a residence following a standoff with a man who had barricaded himself and exchanged gunfire with officers. The incident highlights the dangers law enforcement faces during confrontations with armed individuals.

The Trump administration has announced plans to withhold funds intended for managing the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) from states that fail to provide information on individual recipients. This decision is part of a broader strategy to enforce compliance with federal data requests, particularly targeting Democratic-led states.

The winning numbers drawn in Tuesday evening's Mega Millions drawing were 17-25-26-53-60, with the Mega Ball being 16. This announcement comes as players eagerly await the results of the popular lottery game, which continues to attract participants across the United States.

A man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for the murder of Jay Lee, a graduate student at the University of Mississippi, with 10 years of the sentence suspended. This decision was made following the man's guilty plea to the charges on Tuesday.