Saturday, January 24, 2026

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From: Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com>
Date: Sat, Jan 24, 2026, 9:40 PM
Subject: Wish
To: MCRE Media <mcre1.9999@blogger.com>


**No, this claim is not true.** Elon Musk is not officially taking over CBS, nor is there any credible evidence of him finalizing a deal to acquire the network this month (or anytime recently) with promises to "end wokeness" or "scrub the woke agenda" from it.

The image you shared appears to originate from a satirical, meme-style, or intentionally misleading source (note the disclaimers like "NOTHING ON THIS PAGE IS REAL" and "IF YOU BELIEVE ANYTHING WE POST THEN YOU'RE POTATO CROP" from accounts like PATRIOTS). These kinds of posts often circulate on social media or low-credibility sites to provoke reactions, but they lack substantiation from reliable news outlets.

Key facts from reliable reporting:
- CBS (part of Paramount Global) was recently acquired by Skydance Media, led by **David Ellison** (son of Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison), in a deal that closed in 2025. This created a new conglomerate, and changes at CBS News have involved figures like Bari Weiss taking a leadership role in news operations—not Elon Musk.
- There are no reports from major outlets (Reuters, AP, NYT, WSJ, Bloomberg, etc.) about Musk pursuing or completing any CBS acquisition. Searches for such deals in January 2026 turn up nothing legitimate—only recycled old speculation (e.g., from years ago about Musk hypothetically eyeing TV networks) or unrelated social media chatter.
- Musk has been vocal about criticizing "woke" culture and has transformed X (formerly Twitter) in line with his views, but there's zero confirmed involvement with CBS. Any quotes or plans attributed to him here seem fabricated or exaggerated from parody/satire content.

If this were real, it would be massive news dominating headlines from established sources—it's not happening. Always cross-check viral claims like this against primary reporting; this one fits the pattern of misinformation designed to excite or troll. If you have a specific source or link for the original post, feel free to share for more targeted checking!
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Wish

**No, this claim is not true.** Elon Musk is not officially taking over CBS, nor is there any credible evidence of him finalizing a deal to acquire the network this month (or anytime recently) with promises to "end wokeness" or "scrub the woke agenda" from it.

The image you shared appears to originate from a satirical, meme-style, or intentionally misleading source (note the disclaimers like "NOTHING ON THIS PAGE IS REAL" and "IF YOU BELIEVE ANYTHING WE POST THEN YOU'RE POTATO CROP" from accounts like PATRIOTS). These kinds of posts often circulate on social media or low-credibility sites to provoke reactions, but they lack substantiation from reliable news outlets.

Key facts from reliable reporting:
- CBS (part of Paramount Global) was recently acquired by Skydance Media, led by **David Ellison** (son of Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison), in a deal that closed in 2025. This created a new conglomerate, and changes at CBS News have involved figures like Bari Weiss taking a leadership role in news operations—not Elon Musk.
- There are no reports from major outlets (Reuters, AP, NYT, WSJ, Bloomberg, etc.) about Musk pursuing or completing any CBS acquisition. Searches for such deals in January 2026 turn up nothing legitimate—only recycled old speculation (e.g., from years ago about Musk hypothetically eyeing TV networks) or unrelated social media chatter.
- Musk has been vocal about criticizing "woke" culture and has transformed X (formerly Twitter) in line with his views, but there's zero confirmed involvement with CBS. Any quotes or plans attributed to him here seem fabricated or exaggerated from parody/satire content.

If this were real, it would be massive news dominating headlines from established sources—it's not happening. Always cross-check viral claims like this against primary reporting; this one fits the pattern of misinformation designed to excite or troll. If you have a specific source or link for the original post, feel free to share for more targeted checking!
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Exodus

The Facebook link you shared (https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AXc8JzgVB/) points to a video post featuring Texas Governor Greg Abbott. The accompanying caption or description highlights Texas as having the most powerful economy in the nation and claims that with the launch of "New York Stock Exchange Texas" (NYSE Texas), the state adds the title "Financial Capital of America" to its resume. It attributes this to free enterprise and common-sense business regulations.

This is **true** and based on real events and statements.

In early 2025, the New York Stock Exchange (part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc.) announced plans to launch **NYSE Texas** — a fully electronic equities exchange headquartered in Dallas. This involved reincorporating its existing NYSE Chicago operations into Texas and renaming it NYSE Texas (pending and later receiving regulatory approval).

Governor Abbott celebrated this announcement, stating explicitly: "Texas is the most powerful economy in the nation, and now we will become the financial capital of America."

He rang the NYSE Closing Bell in celebration of the NYSE Texas launch (in Arlington, Texas, around August 2025), joined by NYSE executives and others. The move aligns with Texas' strong economic growth, hosting the most NYSE-listed companies (representing trillions in market value), and attracting businesses through pro-growth policies.

This ties into broader developments like the separate Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) initiative and Nasdaq's expansions in the state, reinforcing Texas' rising role in finance.

The video appears to be promotional/official content echoing Abbott's and state announcements — no signs of fabrication or misinformation in the core claim. It's accurate boosterism from the Governor's office about Texas' economic momentum.

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Hazelwood

The captain of the Exxon Valdez during the 1989 oil spill was Joseph Hazelwood. He was in command when the tanker struck Bligh Reef in Alaska's Prince William Sound on March 24, 1989, though he had left the bridge and handed control to a third mate just prior to the grounding. [1, 2, 3]

Key Details About Joseph Hazelwood:
  • Conviction: Hazelwood was the only crew member criminally charged, ultimately convicted of a misdemeanor charge of negligent discharge of oil.
  • Sentence: He was fined $\$50,000$ and sentenced to 1,000 hours of community service.
  • Acquittal: He was acquitted of more serious charges, including operating a vessel while intoxicated.
  • Death: Hazelwood passed away in July 2022 at age 75. [1, 4, 5, 6, 7]
While Hazelwood was the captain (master), the third mate, Gregory Cousins, was in charge of the bridge at the time of the accident. [3]


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Food

As of late January 2026, the best news in the Kansas City region includes significant recognition for its culinary scene, with six local spots named semifinalists for the 2026 James Beard Awards, including Anjin, Drastic Measures, and pastry chef Helen Jo Leach. Other notable highlights involve major development in Johnson County and the ongoing, high-stakes discussions about the Chiefs' potential move to a new domed stadium in Wyandotte County. [1, 2, 3]  
Key updates for the Kansas City region: 

• Culinary Recognition: Kansas City Magazine (https://kansascitymag.com/the-6-kc-area-spots-nominated-for-james-beard-awards-copy/) highlights the area's 6 semifinalist nominations for the 2026 James Beard Awards. 
• Stadium Speculation: Discussions continue regarding the Chiefs potentially building a new domed stadium near the Legends in Wyandotte County. 
• Local Development: Johnson County Post reports that the Incred-a-Bowl owner in Overland Park has made required repairs, avoiding demolition, while new developments are planned in northern Overland Park. 
• Infrastructure & Safety: FOX4KC.com (https://fox4kc.com/news/kansas-city-metro-shares-weekend-snowstorm-preparations/) reports that crews are prepared for a winter storm over the weekend of January 24-25, 2026, with 12-hour shifts to manage heavy snowfall. 
• Safety Success: A 7-year-old child was found safe following an Amber Alert in the metro area. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]  

Note: Information is based on reports as of January 24, 2026. [4]  

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