01 // AI Speed Cameras Live
As of this morning (Jan 14), AI-powered speed safety cameras are live in the Bay Area (Oakland) under AB645. It's a pilot program: warnings for 60 days, tickets start in March.
The Left Narrative
It's about safety. Record pedestrian deaths demand action. Drivers can't self-regulate, and we don't have enough police. This is an unbiased way to stop reckless driving in school zones.
The Right Narrative
Unconstitutional surveillance. We are moving toward a police state where a robot acts as judge and jury. It's not about safety; it's a revenue scam for cities that mismanaged their budgets.
TICKET WHISPERER INTEL
The "Education" Myth: As a former motor cop, I can tell you there is a visceral reaction when a human officer pulls you over with lights and sirens. Everyone passing by slows down. Getting a ticket in the mail 2 weeks later? That's just a bill. It doesn't change behavior; it just drains wallets.
Also, watch for front license plate enforcement ticking up—the cameras need a clear shot.
02 // Golden Globes Fallout
The 83rd Golden Globes are trending not for the awards, but the speeches. A satire film won, but the acceptance speeches were spicy.
The Left Narrative
Art challenges power. Winners should use the platform to highlight social injustice and climate crisis. Silence is complicity.
The Right Narrative
Hollywood is broken. 3 hours of elitist lecturing from gated communities. The average American just wants to be entertained, not preached at.
Connor's Note: Interesting how the "climate crisis" narrative shifts now that AI data centers need massive power and water. Suddenly, the tune changes.
03 // USMCA Showdown
White House signals the upcoming July trade review won't be a rubber stamp. Demanding stricter labor enforcement from Mexico or facing new tariffs.
The Left Narrative
Tariffs are taxes on families. Avocados and electronics will skyrocket. We need bridges, not trade wars.
The Right Narrative
America First. Mexico benefits from our economy while failing to stop Fentanyl. No security, no deal.
04 // Olympic Jitters (Milan 2026)
23 days to the Winter Olympics. Intelligence agencies warn of cyber attacks on the power grid.
The Real Threat: It's not always the organized crime syndicate or "SPECTRE." It's the lone actor—the quiet guy at the water cooler—who snaps. That is the hardest threat to track and stop.
05 // CES Hangover: VR is Dead
The Metaverse is out. "Ambient AI" is in. Tech isn't something you wear on your face; it's embedded in your mirror, your fridge, and your walls.
The Narrative
Tech is becoming invisible. But if AI is in your mirror, are you being monitored 24/7?
The Reality
Privacy is already gone. Try this experiment: Talk about "toilet paper" near your phone and Smart TV. Watch your ad feed change. You already agreed to the Terms of Service.
06 // Triple Demic Peak
Flu, COVID, and RSV hospitalizations have surpassed the 2024 peak. ERs in the Northeast are on diversion.
The Left Narrative
We abandoned public health measures. We need paid sick leave so people stop bringing viruses to work.
The Right Narrative
Stop the panic. It's winter; people get sick. The system is strained by administrative bloat, not the flu.
07 // Digital Dollar Pilot
Fed announces a pilot for CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency).
The Left Narrative
Modernization. Eliminates overdraft fees and helps the unbanked access the economy.
The Right Narrative
End of financial privacy. Programmable money allows the government to turn off your funds if they don't like your politics.
SYSTEM LOG: 01.14.2026 // AUDIO TRANSCRIPTION
[00:00] Good day everybody, this is Honor News Now, or Honor News Snow. Today is going to be the 14th of January, 2026.
[00:06] I'm going to cover both ends of the news. I'm going to cover the headlines. We're going to go into what the right says, what the left says...
[01:44] The speed trap goes live today. This is interesting. And it kind of relies on my past experience being a cop. So if you're driving in the Bay area, specifically Oakland, lift your foot.
[02:32] I don't think there's a lot of honor in that. But, you know, it happened. I saw there was a lot of cats at Valley Traffic Division that were doing that.
[05:46] The right says this is unconstitutional surveillance. We're moving towards a police state where a robot acts as judge, jury, and executioner.
[16:23] CES wrapped up in Vegas last week. Verdict is virtual reality headsets are collecting dust. The focus has shifted entirely to ambient AI.
[24:25] Here's your update for Santa Clarita Artificial Intelligence.com. Biggest takeaway from early 2026. Apps are dying. You shouldn't be downloading diet app or budget. You should have your personal AI agent.
[28:07] The ADU is an accessory dwelling unit in the Santa Clarita rental market, seeing a massive spike hitting the rental market this month.
[28:55] All right, everybody, be well. I'll see you in the next one. I'm Connor with honor. Over and out.