Speaking aboard the USS George Washington at the Yokosuka Naval Base in Japan, President Donald J. Trump delivered a thunderous message on combating crime in American cities. “We have cities that are troubled,” Trump declared, his tone equal parts steel and resolve. “And we’re sending in our National Guard — and if we need more than the National Guard, we’ll send more than the National Guard, because we’re gonna have safe cities. We’re not gonna have people killed in our cities. Whether people like that or not, that’s what we’re doing.” In September, Chicago suffered one of the bloodiest Labor Day weekends in its recent history — nearly 60 shot, at least nine killed — under Democratic Mayor Brandon Johnson’s watch. For the thirteenth straight year, Chicago topped the nation in homicides, with 572 murders in 2024 alone. Yet, instead of seeking help, Illinois Democratic Governor J.B. Pritzker continued to defy federal offers of assistance. “Donald Trump is attempting to manufacture a crisis,” Pritzker had claimed, while insisting that “big cities have crime.” But the Trump administration wasn’t buying it. “Despite pleas from residents, city council members, and even MSNBC hosts,” the White House stated, “Governor Pritzker is too blinded by Trump Derangement Syndrome to act in the best interest of his constituents.” Trump put it bluntly: “We’re going in. I didn’t say when we’re going in. This isn’t political — I have an obligation.” Join us now during our exclusive Deal of the Decade. Get everything for $7 a month. Not as fans. As fighters. Go to DailyWire.com/Subscribe to join now. By early October, that obligation took form. The War Department, under Secretary Pete Hegseth, authorized 300 Illinois National Guard troops to protect federal agents and facilities under siege in Chicago. Pritzker immediately dubbed the move “Trump’s Invasion,” railing that “federalized members of the Illinois National Guard” were being deployed “against our wishes.” The administration responded that the troops would defend ICE agents and federal buildings under violent threat — a duty clearly allowed under 10 U.S.C. §12406, which authorizes the president to act when federal law cannot be executed by regular forces. “Everybody knows Chicago is a hellhole right now,” Trump said. “We’re going to straighten it out.” Operation Midway Blitz followed — a sweep that netted hundreds of illegal immigrants with criminal backgrounds, including gang members and murderers. Meanwhile, the Texas National Guard began preparing to bolster the Illinois deployment. Trump didn’t stop there. As riots erupted in Portland, Oregon, he authorized the deployment of 200 California and Oregon National Guard members, describing cities like Portland and Chicago as “burning.” When a federal judge blocked the order, Trump fired back, calling the decision “shameful.” “I believe the politicians are under threat,” Trump said. “There’s no way someone can say things are wonderful in Chicago. We’re going to straighten it out. And I think Pritzker — he’s afraid for his life.” Trump’s message from Japan was unmistakable: under his leadership, law and order will no longer be optional. “We’re gonna have safe cities,” he vowed. “Whether people like that or not.”  

When a person becomes a parent, many things change. Not only will they protect their own children, but they will also do their best to protect any child who needs their help. Kari Thorp is one such mother, Inside Edition reported. She lives with her family just outside Minneapolis, Minnesota, and recently went to pick up her 6-year-old daughter from the bus when she saw something shocking. Unbeknownst to the bus driver, one of the tires was on fire. Kari ran to alert the driver and help get the kids to safety. “I just wanted to get them off as quickly as we can because I didn’t know what was going to happen, and I didn’t know how fast this fire … like if it was going to explode right then and there or what,” the terrified mom told Inside Edition. Kari Thorp Helped Get Nearly Two Dozen Kids Off The Fiery Bus Kari Thorp and the bus driver, identified by People as Rick Gratton, rushed to get all 22 children off the bus and onto Kari’s porch safely. Remarkably, Kari’s doorbell camera captured the entire terrifying ordeal. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but the bus was a total loss. Had it not been for one very observant mom, who knows what could have happened? Many shared their gratitude for Kari Thorpe’s heroics on YouTube. “This mom has eagle vision, & she & the bus driver are both heroes. If that mom hadn’t seen the smoke, the bus driver & most of the kids probably wouldn’t be alive,” someone wrote. “God put that mom where she needed to be.” “That heroic mom didn’t just save her kid but all those kids that’s a true mother,” another person agreed. Kari Thorp’s actions evoked many emotions. “Love the mom truly saving kids. Saved dozens of parents from losing there kids. A real hero. Tearing up seeing her action, as I have a son. She is a real heroine,” a comment reads. This story’s featured image can be found here. The post Doorbell Camera Catches Harrowing Moment Mom Saves Children From Bus Fire appeared first on InspireMore.

Kevin Bacon made us fall in love with his dancing over 40 years ago when he portrayed Ren McCormack in Footloose. Just four years later, he married the love of his life, Kyra Sedgwick. The pair has been happily married since 1988. They have a true love story that’s endured happiness and heartache. They share two children, daughter Sosie Bacon and son Travis Bacon, but they are now happy empty nesters. From the looks of their social media, Kevin and Kyra are having just as much fun on their own. Kyra Sedgwick recently shared a video on Instagram of a sweet dance with Kevin Bacon in their kitchen. Fans just can’t get enough. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kyra (@kyrasedgwickofficial) Kevin Bacon And Kyra Sedgwick Love To Dance This isn’t the first time we’ve seen Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon dance. And we’re sure it won’t be the last. The pair loves a good viral video.   Kyra captioned her video, “‘Cause here we are again in the middle of the night, dancing ‘round the kitchen in the refrigerator light,” and the pair danced along to Lionel Richie’s classic tune, All Night Long. Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick each had their own little dance, then shared an embrace at the end that truly shows how much they absolutely love each other. It’s the kind of chemistry you can’t fake, and their fans see it. “The fact that Kevin Bacon still dances like he’s in Footloose just made my night and Kyra and Kevin are adorable,” someone wrote. “Whenever I get the sads, I’m pulling up this clip to remind me that you two are the key to happiness,” another person shared. This fan had a great idea for Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick’s next dance. “I’d like to see the supermarket dance next! You know you’ve reached a certain age when the supermarket playlist is all your Favorite music,” they wrote. We are all in! This story’s featured image can be found here. The post Kevin Bacon And Kyra Sedgwick Show Off Their Smooth Dance Moves appeared first on InspireMore.

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As a huge Three Dog Night fan since the 1970s, I just can’t get enough of listening to and writing about the band. I have published many articles on Three Dog Night on this site and will continue to write about one of the most loved bands of all time. This was a very special group. Many of us were just young kids in the 60s and 70s when we first started hearing these songs on the radio. For a lot of us, it was one of the first bands that we fell in love with. As we grew older, The post Top 10 Three Dog Night Songs With Chuck Negron On Lead Vocals appeared first on ClassicRockHistory.com.