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Washington, President Donald Trump ordered a review this week of asylum approvals and Green Cards after a shooting that wounded two National Guard members, one of whom later died. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services suspended Afghan immigration requests and issued guidance to reexamine cases from 19 countries. Officials said the suspect entered the United States in 2021 under a resettlement program. USCIS director Joseph Edlow cited new country-specific vetting factors and implemented the policy effective Nov 27. Prompting reviews. The administration also announced broader migration pauses and deportation intentions on social platforms. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

BALTIMORE — The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Baltimore Ravens 32-14 on Thanksgiving after Joe Burrow returned from turf-toe surgery and threw two second-half touchdown passes. Baltimore committed five turnovers, including two fumbles by Lamar Jackson and an interception, and penalties shifted field position. Ja'Marr Chase returned from a one-game suspension; Cincinnati promoted two practice-squad players and activated Burrow from injured reserve. The outcome ended Baltimore’s five-game winning streak and altered AFC North standings heading into the final weeks of the regular season. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

DETROIT. The Detroit Lions lost All-Pro wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown to an ankle injury during their Thanksgiving Day Week 13 game against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday, Nov. 27. Team medical staff ruled him out in the third quarter after he was rolled up while blocking on a 6:19 first-quarter run. Coach Dan Campbell said after the game he expects St. Brown to miss at least a game or two. His streak of 70 consecutive games with a reception ended and the Packers won 31-24. Team officials provided updates Friday. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington — President Donald Trump announced this week a permanent pause on migration from what he called “third world” countries and ordered a review of green cards issued to people from 19 nations after a Washington shooting allegedly involving an Afghan national. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Joseph Edlow said agency guidance will add country-specific vetting factors. The shooting left Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom dead and another Guardsman critically injured. Local nonprofits and some officials warned against broad blame of refugees. The measures follow Operation Allies Welcome evacuations after the 2021 U.S. withdrawal. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington — Federal authorities say two West Virginia National Guard members were ambushed and critically wounded Wednesday near the White House; investigators arrested 29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national who reportedly drove from Washington state and used a .357 revolver. Officials searched properties in Washington state and San Diego, seizing electronic devices as part of a terrorism probe; the victims, Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, and Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, 24, underwent surgery and remained in critical condition, while Lakanwal faces assault and weapons charges. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

California, Governor Gavin Newsom’s housing production has fallen short of pledged targets, with state figures showing 737,295 privately owned housing units built under the 3.5 million-by-2025 pledge, roughly one-fifth of the goal. Newsom revised the objective to 2.5 million by 2030 in 2022; production slowed further in early 2025, with the first eight months yielding nearly 16,000 fewer units than in 2022. State officials cited permitting delays and costs. Analysts cite regulatory hurdles and inadequate incentives. Separately, New Jersey announced more than $35 million in FY2026 affordable housing awards funding 23 developments and $10 million to Habitat for Humanity. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Grand Junction, Colorado — National Weather Service forecasts and local meteorologists reported incoming mountain snow, strong winds and plunging temperatures across Colorado, Wyoming and metro Atlanta this holiday week. Friday night systems are expected to produce 1–10 inches in mountain zones, 1–3 inches in some plains areas, and gusts up to 45 mph, with overnight lows falling into single digits in parts of Wyoming. Winter Weather Advisories covered multiple Colorado mountain ranges and Campbell County, Wyoming, with hazardous travel possible during peak snow and blowing snow periods on Friday night and early Saturday. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington. An Afghan national allegedly shot two West Virginia National Guard members near the White House on Wednesday, killing Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and critically wounding Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe. Authorities arrested suspect Rahmanullah Lakanwal and charged him with assault with intent to kill and firearm offenses; prosecutors said charges could be upgraded. President Donald Trump announced a pause on migration from “third world” countries and ordered a reexamination of green cards from 19 countries, while USCIS issued review guidance. The administration halted asylum decisions, paused visas, sent National Guard troops to Washington. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

KISSIMMEE, Fla. BYU defeated Miami 72-62 Thursday at the ESPN Events Invitational, extending the Cougars' early-season momentum. Kennard Davis Jr. scored 18 points after returning from a two-game suspension, while AJ Dybantsa added 16 points and eight rebounds. Robert Wright III contributed 17 points and Keba Keita recorded seven blocks that shifted the game's momentum. The Cougars trailed by four at halftime but built a 59-45 lead in the second half on multiple scoring runs. Miami's Malik Reneau led the Hurricanes with 14 points. BYU improved to 5-1 overall after the victory. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Lexington, Ky. No. 19 Kentucky beat Tennessee Tech 104-54 Wednesday night at Rupp Arena, with five Wildcats scoring in double figures. Trent Noah scored a career-high 16, Denzel Aberdeen and Otega Oweh each scored 16, Collin Chandler had 14, and Malachi Moreno posted 13 points and 11 rebounds. Kentucky made 15 of 30 three-pointers, including 12 of 17 in the second half, and scored 48 points in the paint. The Wildcats improved to 5-2 without injured starters Jaland Lowe and Mouhamed Dioubate, while Tennessee Tech fell to 3-4. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.