For those who have it, a standard homeowners’ insurance policy does cover destruction caused by fire, including wildfires. Source

In Dry January​, people choose to give up alcohol for the month, but what happens if they have a drink? Here’s what an expert says. Source

Aides to Maria Corina Machado emerged from months of hiding earlier Thursday to reappear in public. Source

HELOC interest rates dropped again this week. Here are three reasons why you should open the line of credit now. Source

The IRS may be known for taking a hard stance on tax debt repayment, but that isn’t always the case. Source

Keith, who has been the radio voice of the Titans for nearly three decades, is returning to his alma mater to call Tennessee Volunteers football and basketball. Source

Thousands of doctors are calling on the Senate to reject Trump’s nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., saying he is “actively dangerous.” Source

The Senate appears poised to advance a bill aimed at addressing illegal immigration Thursday as the issue comes front and center under the new Congress. Source

Some businesses are offering free emergency shelter and other services to residents who have been displaced by the Los Angeles fires. Source

President Biden plans to speak Thursday after being briefed at the White House about the wildfires destroying neighborhoods in the Los Angeles area. Source