By Jessica DuLong, CNN (CNN) — Back-to-back celebrations with family and friends this December and into January — typically considered “the most wonderful time of the year,” as the classic song goes — can bring acute reminders of who’s missing from our holiday tables. As a trauma therapist in Washington, DC, specializing in grief and
Continue ReadingBy Tolly Taylor Click here for updates on this story BALTIMORE, Maryland (WBAL) — The Department of Justice seized more than $1 million from a COVID-19 test company, alleging the company defrauded Medicare of at least $43 million, including some victims from Maryland, court documents obtained by 11 News Investigates show. In May, the first
Continue ReadingBy T.J. Wilham Click here for updates on this story ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico (KOAT) — Dozens of New Mexico teachers who answered the call to come back to work and help with the state’s teacher shortage are now being asked to repay thousands of dollars back to their retirement fund. Last year, Gov. Michelle Lujan
Continue ReadingBy Nicole Goodkind and Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN New York (CNN) — Wall Street hit record high after record high in 2023, a year investors had feared would be a washout as elevated interest rates threatened to grind the economy to a halt. But a resilient job market, robust consumer spending and easing inflation kept investor confidence high — helping
Continue ReadingBy Web Staff Click here for updates on this story ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico (KOAT) — What was described as a “disturbance” at the county Juvenile Detention Center (also known as the Youth Services Center), was resolved as of 8:50 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 25, a Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson stated in a news release.
Continue ReadingCNN, KCAL, KCBS, KABC By Mike Valerio and Amber Sumpter, CNN Los Angeles (CNN) — Dividing time between his parish and his police family in the City of Angels, there’s a monsignor with a motorcycle, a man who’s both devoted to God – and a devotee of Harleys. Monsignor Frank Hicks revs the engine of
Continue ReadingBy Jatara McGee Click here for updates on this story CINCINNATI, Ohio (WLWT) — Two local veterans who are former middle school teammates are sharing their story of a rekindled friendship. It led to a bond between men that feels more like a brotherhood. In January 2022, WLWT featured a story on Harock Lockett, a
Continue ReadingBy Kilee Thomas Click here for updates on this story OKLAHOMA CITY (KOCO) — This New Year’s Eve will be a once in a lifetime. The unique wedding date 12-31-23 is enticing couples to tie the knot and make their wedding day one to remember. New Year’s Eve weddings are always popular, but this year’s
Continue ReadingBy Anna Cooban, CNN London (CNN) — There was one conspicuous no-show at this year’s global stock market party: China. While 2023 has been the best year for global stocks since before the pandemic, with markets in the United States, Europe, Japan and India enjoying strong rallies, investors have soured on China. A string of
Continue ReadingBy Josie Heart Click here for updates on this story STOCKTON, California (KCRA) — King Gammage of Stockton is used to running and playing on the football field with his team. But at just 5 years old, he is now relying on a walker after being struck by a bullet while shopping with his father
Continue ReadingBy Russ Reed Click here for updates on this story RANDOLPH, Massachusetts (WCVB) — The Randolph Police Department confirms it is investigating the robbery of a United States Postal Service mail carrier in the Massachusetts town. According to police, they received a 911 call at about 12:30 p.m. Wednesday from the postal worker, who said
Continue ReadingWEAU By Melissa Alonso, CNN (CNN) — The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System has terminated a 63-year-old university chancellor from his position after “discovering sexually explicit videos” he made with his wife, according to statements from officials and reporting from major media outlets that interviewed the ex-chancellor. Announcing the termination of Joe Gow, University of Wisconsin System President Jay Rothman said, “In
Continue ReadingBy Melissa Alonso and Sara Smart, CNN (CNN) — The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System has terminated a 63-year-old university chancellor from his position after discovering sexually explicit videos he made with his wife, according to the ex-chancellor. Announcing the termination of Joe Gow, University of Wisconsin System President Jay Rothman said the university had “learned of
Continue ReadingBy Russ Reed Click here for updates on this story BOSTON, Massachusetts (WCVB) — A man who was rescued from a burning home when he was a young boy got to thank the Boston firefighter who saved his life for the first time in a reunion that was decades in the making. On Dec. 26,
Continue ReadingThis week Eric visited Alpenglow Park! With an off-leash dog area and a first-of-its-kind bouldering playground, as well as an extensive trail system, it is easy to see how it has become so popular.
Continue ReadingBy Matt Egan, CNN New York (CNN) — The Harvard brand, one of the most prestigious among all universities, took nearly 400 years to build. But it’s taken just three months to call that brand very much into question. The university’s initial response to the October 7 terror attack on Israel was criticized, even by
Continue ReadingSol Amaya (CNN Español) — El presidente de Guyana, Irfaan Ali, reiteró este jueves mediante una publicación en su cuenta de X, antes Twitter, que su país sigue comprometido con la paz y afirmó que Venezuela no debe temer de “las actividades dentro del territorio o aguas soberanas de Guyana”. La declaración del mandatario sigue
Continue ReadingBy Christl Dabu / CTVNews.ca National Affairs Writer Click here for updates on this story Toronto, Ontario (CTV Network) — Can pets help prevent cognitive decline as we age? Researchers explored that question using data from the United Kingdom. For most people, cognitive abilities start to diminish as they grow older. But a new study
Continue ReadingBy Avis Favaro / CTV National News Medical Correspondent Click here for updates on this story Toronto, Ontario (CTV Network) — At 48, Steven Iseman’s life changed when he received a devastating diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. But he is now leading scientists on a path that may help others with the disease after helping confirm
Continue ReadingBy ASHOK SHARMA and WASBIR HUSSAIN Associated Press NEW DELHI (AP) — A rebel group that fought for decades to free India’s northeastern state of Assam from New Delhi’s rule has signed a peace accord with the government pledging to end the insurgency in the region. The United Liberation Front of Asom, or ULFA, led by Arabinda Rajkhowa, concluded
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