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01/09/2021

Videos Show Fatal Shooting During Rampage at the Capitol

The Air Force veteran killed during the storming of the Capitol was shot as she began to climb through the broken part of a door leading into an area known as the Speaker's Lobby, videos posted online show
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The Air Force veteran killed during the storming of the Capitol was shot as she began to climb through a broken part of a door leading into an area known as the Speaker’s Lobby, videos posted online show

01/09/2021

Digging for Clues at Historic Home to Shed Light on Black Experience in 1800s Long Island

A Huntington house with a rich history sits in disrepair, but archaeologists believe that the dirt itself contains clues to the African-American experience on Long Island from long ago.

01/09/2021

More Positive Cases of UK Strain Found in New York; 1 on Long Island Not Linked to Saratoga

BREAKING: Cuomo confirms 3 new cases of highly-contagious U.K. strain of virus; 1 found on Long Island not linked to first Saratoga Springs case.

01/09/2021

Owners of Prince Street Pizza Stepping Down After Racist Online Comments Resurface

The owners of Prince Street Pizza in Manhattan will no longer have any involvement with the business after insensitive or racist comments regarding the Black Lives Matter movement and Asians resurfaced online.

01/09/2021

Mayor de Blasio Gives Briefing

NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio calls for the impeachment of President Donald Trump.

01/09/2021

Sentimental Video Tribute Closes Trebek's Final “Jeopardy!”

The 90-second montage is a lighthearted and laughter-filled remembrance showing Trebek’s changing look through his 36 years as host.

More than two months after Alex Trebek’s death, fans of “Jeopardy!”

01/09/2021

Man Seen Carrying Lectern During Capitol Riot Arrested in Florida

A Florida man caught on camera carrying a lectern through the United States Capitol during Wednesday’s riot has been arrested.

01/09/2021

Doctor Wipes Out $650,000 in Bills for Cancer Patients, Feels ‘Blessed' to Do it

Two hundred people who were treated for cancer at an Arkansas clinic opened a holiday card to find out they had their medical bills forgiven, about $650,000 in all.

Dr. Omar Atiq made the announcement in holiday cards mailed to his patients in December.

01/09/2021

Thousands Head to Bills Stadium for Playoff Game, Test of Mass Tracing Operation

Fans return to Bills Stadium Saturday afternoon for the first time since the start of the pandemic.

01/09/2021

How the $600 Stimulus Checks Could Affect Your Tax Refund This Year

If you’re missing a stimulus check, you can claim it as a credit on your upcoming tax return — but that doesn’t necessarily mean you will get a bigger refund.

01/09/2021

2 Florida Men Accused of Robbing Graves for Religious Ritual

Two central Florida men are accused of stealing skulls from a cemetery and using them for “religious practices.”

01/09/2021

Woman Pictured Carrying Electoral Votes at the Capitol Shares Story Behind Photo

A 19-year-old chamber assistant clarified the story behind a photo of her carrying electoral votes in the Capitol before a violent mob stormed the building.

01/09/2021

What Is Rime Ice? See the Cool Formations Popping Up in the Midwest

Rime ice is kind of similar in appearance to the spiky fuzz you might find on caterpillars or a cartoon monster, and it comes across as more cute than dangerous.

01/09/2021

IRS: Stimulus Payments Sent to Wrong Accounts Are Being Redirected, Will Be Deposited in Coming Days

Millions of stimulus payments that were erroneously sent by the IRS to closed bank accounts are being redirected to the correct accounts “in the coming days.”

01/09/2021

N. Korea Threatens to Build More Nukes, Cites US Hostility

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has threatened to expand his nuclear arsenal and develop more sophisticated weapons systems in response to what he calls hostile American policy.

01/09/2021

Meet Chloe V. Mitchell: One of the First College Athletes to Make Money From Her Likeness

A freshman volleyball player at Aquinas College in Michigan is believed to be the first college athlete to take advantage of new policy changes — but NCAA still lags behind.

01/09/2021

The Jobs Picture Looks Negative and Could Continue to Be, But Economists See Underlying Strength

About 500,000 jobs were lost in December in businesses most impacted by the pandemic, but there were encouraging gains in other areas.

01/09/2021

WHO Warns Countries Are Helping Covid Thrive Through Inequitable Vaccine Distribution

There are 42 countries, most of which being high-income nations, now rolling out their initial doses of COVID-19 vaccines — none of which are low-income countries, presenting a major problem in the battle against the virus, the head of the World Health Organization said.

01/09/2021

Man Photographed With Foot on Pelosi's Desk During U.S. Capitol Riot Arrested

Richard Barnett was arrested in Arkansas and charged with entering and remaining on restricted grounds, violent entry, and theft of public property.

01/09/2021

Here's How Much You'll Make If You Invest Your $600 Stimulus Check for Up to 40 Years

If you already have a healthy rainy day fund, and a lot of patience, you could invest the check and watch your money grow exponentially using the power of compound interest.

01/09/2021

Hallucinating Man Shot by Police in Queens After Lunging At Them With Large Knife: NYPD

Police in Queens tased and shot a man after officers said he lunged at them with a large knife while he was believed to be hallucinating under the influence of crystal meth, the NYPD said.

01/09/2021

Lehigh University Rescinds Trump's Honorary Degree

Lehigh University rescinded and revoked the honorary degree it issued to President Donald Trump in 1988 as more groups and people try to distance themselves from him after a mob of his supporters rioted at the U.S. Capitol.

01/09/2021

Woman Attacked at LA Trump Protest; Says Man Vilified on Social Media Actually Saved Her

A man photographed bear-hugging a Black woman during a pro-Trump rally in downtown Los Angeles was vilified on social media — but police and the woman say it appears he was actually shielding her from others.

01/09/2021

Covid-19 Accelerated Retirement Moves as People Fled These High-Tax States During 2020

New Jersey may have taken top "honors" as the state with the most outbound moves in 2020, according United Van Lines, but New York and Connecticut weren't far behind at all.

01/09/2021

NY Officers Cleared in Death of Woman Who Died While Resisting Arrest, State AG Says

The investigation concluded that the death of Tina Davis, who had a heart condition when she was tased by officers in Jan. 2020, was the result of a combination of cocaine and alcohol in her system, and a seizure she suffered before resisting arrest.

01/09/2021

I-Team: Amazon, eBay Host Ads for Bogus COVID Product

Despite clear language from the EPA banning the sale of so-called Virus Shut Out cards — which claim to disinfect the air around the wearer’s neck — the I-Team found the cards openly sold on Amazon and eBay.

01/09/2021

Girl Scout Cookie Season Has Begun, and You Can Buy the Cookies Online

Start dates vary by location, but many Girl Scouts of USA councils launched their annual cookie sales on Jan. 8, with others beginning later this month.

It’s Girl Scout Cookie time! Thin Mints, Tagalogs and other scrumptious Girl Scout Cookie varieties are now for sale in many parts of the country as the 2021 Girl Scout Cookie season kicks off. Start dates vary by location, but many Girl Scouts of USA councils launched their annual cookie sales on...

01/09/2021

What is King Cake? The Story Behind the Famous Mardi Gras Dessert

And what's the deal with that little plastic baby hidden inside?

There may not be any big, boisterous crowds on Bourbon Street in New Orleans this year, but one thing is certain: Even during this odder-than-ever Mardi Gras season, there will still be king cake. While king cakes have a long history and come in many forms, most people in the U.S. know them as dough...

01/09/2021

White House Covid Task Force Warns of Possible New ‘USA Variant' Driving Spread

The White House coronavirus task force said there could be a new variant of the virus that evolved in the U.S. and is driving spread, a document obtained by NBC News said.

01/09/2021

Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Are Climbing — Here Are the 5 Biggest US Lottery Prizes Ever

Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots are currently worth around half a billion dollars each — do they rank among the biggest U.S. lottery prizes ever?

01/09/2021

FBI Says There Is ‘No Indication' That Antifa Took Part in U.S. Capitol Riot

Earlier this week, GOP Reps. Matt Gaetz, Mo Brooks and Paul Gosar claimed the left-wing extremist group was responsible for the chaos on Capitol Hill, but the FBI said Friday there was no indication individuals associated with antifa disguised themselves among pro-Trump supporters.

01/09/2021

Oreo Is Releasing a Strawberry Frosted Donut Flavor in March

There’s no denying that the world could use a bit of brightness right now, and "milk's favorite cookie" is bringing on all the sprinkles for spring.

The cookie brand is bringing all the sprinkles for spring.

01/09/2021

MTA Suspends Metro-North Worker for Calling Out Sick to Attend Capitol Riot

An MTA employee who allegedly called out sick from work on Wednesday to attend the pro-Trump mob that charged the U.S. Capitol has been suspended by the transit agency.
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01/09/2021

Ken Jennings? LeVar Burton? Steve Kornacki? As ‘Jeopardy!' Airs Alex Trebek's Final Show, a Look at Who Could Succeed the Legendary Host

It appeared at one time that Ken Jennings was the consensus choice among "Jeopardy!" viewers, but a few bumps in the road in recent months has caused some to look elsewhere for a successor to Alex Trebek — with possibilities coming from morning shows, "Reading Rainbow," or even outer space (sort of).

Friday evening marks the final posthumous “Jeopardy!” episode for beloved host Alex Trebek. Trebek died on Nov. 8 after being diagnosed and treated for pancreatic cancer. A permanent “Jeopardy!” successor hasn’t been named. Longtime “Jeopardy!” champion Ken Jennings will be the first o...

01/08/2021

West Virginia Delegate Who Recorded Himself Storming US Capitol Facing Federal Charge

A West Virginia lawmaker who posted video of himself and other supporters of President Trump rushing into the U.S. Capitol is facing a federal charge for taking part in the siege.