The FBI now says the New Orleans truck attacker acted alone in an 'act of terrorism'
The FBI now says the New Orleans truck attack acted alone when he drove a pickup truck into a crowd of New Year’s revelers, killing 15 people.
Man who died in Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas was active-duty US Army and spent time in NC
The person who law enforcement officials believe died in the explosion of a Tesla Cybertruck packed with firework mortars and camp fuel canisters outside President-elect Donald Trump’s Las Vegas hotel was an active duty U.S. Army soldier.
National Institues of Health calling for more action on bird flu
Leaders at the National Institutes of Health are calling for more action on bird flu.
What we know about the deadly New Year's Day attack in New Orleans
The FBI is investigating an early Wednesday attack in which a U.S. Army veteran drove a pickup truck into a crowd of New Year’s revelers in New Orleans, killing 15 people.
Mike Johnson's bid to remain House speaker could be a struggle despite Trump's support
Mike Johnson is fighting for his political life, again. The Louisiana Republican’s hold on the House speaker's gavel and his position as second in line to the presidency will be tested Friday when a new Congress convenes.
Northern lights seen on NYE in Alaska
Northern lights take the place of fireworks to celebrate the new year in Alaska.
What we know about a vehicle attack on pedestrians in New Orleans that killed at least 10
Authorities say a man driving a pickup truck sped through a crowd of pedestrians in New Orleans’ bustling French Quarter district early on New Year’s Day, killing at least 10 people and injuring more than 30.
New Zealand's Auckland is the first major city to welcome 2025 with fireworks and light show
Auckland was the first major city to welcome 2025, with thousands counting down to the new year and cheering at fireworks launched from New Zealand’s tallest structure, Sky Tower.
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt reach divorce settlement after 8 years
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, ending one of the longest and most contentious divorces in Hollywood history. The two filed a court document Monday saying they'd reached a written agreement.
NYPD identifies woman who was burned to death inside subway train
New York City police say they’ve identified the woman who died on Dec. 22 after being set on fire while inside a New York subway train. The victim is a 57-year-old from New Jersey.
'Winter Arc' is replacing New Year's resolutions for some
A new year brings new goals. But studies have shown that most people don’t tend to uphold their New Year’s resolutions much past the first month. So in an attempt to reframe the thinking around new year goal-setting, a new wellness trend has popped up online.
New Year's Rockin' Eve Hosts Ryan Seacrest & Rita Ora
Adam Wurtzel, who is also a Producer on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve, went to Times Square to interview the show's hosts, Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora."
Charlotte native shares memories of friendship with former President Jimmy Carter
Tributes to former President Jimmy Carter are pouring in from his small hometown of Plains, Georgia, and around the world. Carter died Sunday at the age of 100. A Charlotte native was close friends with President Carter, even taking fishing trips with him twice a year.
Honoring Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president
Governor Roy Cooper ordered all U.S. and North Carolina flags at state facilities to half-staff beginning Monday, December 30 until sunset Thursday, January 30, 2025. President Biden schedules Jimmy Carter's state funeral in Washington for Jan. 9, also a National Day of Mourning in US.
Northern lights could be visible in upper fringes of the US this New Year's Eve
There's a chance solar storms may bring northern lights to several northern U.S states just in time for the new year.
Argentine judge charges 5 people over death of former One Direction star Liam Payne
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
The world population will be 8.09 billion on New Year's Day after a 71 million increase in 2024
The world population increased by more than 71 million people in 2024 and will be 8.09 billion people on New Year’s Day. Estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau on Monday show that the world population increased by almost 0.9% in 2024.
Big Lots reaches deal to keep hundreds of US stores open
The discount chain Big Lots, which filed for bankruptcy protection in September, has reached a deal that will keep hundreds of its stores and distribution centers open.
Appeals court upholds $5 million award in sexual abuse verdict against Donald Trump
A federal appeals court has upheld a jury's finding that Donald Trump sexually abused a columnist in an upscale department store dressing room in the mid-1990s.
Up 'n Adam On Tour: Live in Times Square
Adam Wurtzel went to the site of the biggest New Year's Eve party in the world, Times Square in New York City for a preview of the celebration.
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