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Marilyn Bergman, Oscar-Winning Composer, Dies At Age 93

Oscar-winning lyricist Marilyn Bergman has died at age 93 after a long career in which she teamed with her husband on songs including “The Way We Were."

Watershed Moment In NYC: New Law Allows Noncitizens To Vote

More than 800,000 noncitizens and “Dreamers” in New York City will have access to the ballot box as soon as next year after Mayor Eric Adams allowed legislation approved by the City Council to automatically become law.

Omicron Explosion Spurs Nationwide Breakdown Of Services

The explosion in omicron-fueled coronavirus infections has caused a breakdown in basic functions and services across America.

'Jeopardy!' Champ Hits $1 Million; Talks Fame, Trans Rights

“Jeopardy!” champion Amy Schneider is adding to her list of bragging rights. Already the highest-earning female contestant in the quiz show’s history and woman with the longest winning streak, she is now among only 4 contestants to reach $1 million.

Donations Pouring In For Two Law Enforcement Officers Killed In Line Of Duty

Thousands of dollars have been collected for the families of Trooper John Horton and CMPD officer Mia Goodwin.

Judge Dismisses Sole Criminal Charge Against Andrew Cuomo

A spokesperson for former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he “will not pay one penny in attempts at civil extortion" after a judge dismissed the only criminal charge against him in connection with sexual harassment allegations.

N.C. Harris Teeter Locations To Close Early Starting January 10th

Beginning Monday, most North Carolina Harris Teeter locations will close at 9PM.

CDC: Wait Time For Moderna COVID-19 Booster Shortened To 5 Months

The FDA now authorizes and the CDC recommends individuals who received the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine get a booster dose five months after their last dose.

Arbery Killers Get Life In Prison; No Parole For Father, Son

Three white men who chased and killed Ahmaud Arbery have been sentenced to life in prison, with a judge denying any chance of parole for the father and son who armed themselves and initiated the deadly pursuit of the 25-year-old Black man.

NC Mom Who Took Her Child Into Capitol During Riot Gets Prison

A North Carolina woman who brought her 14-year-old son into the U.S. Capitol during last year’s riot has been sentenced to three months imprisonment.

Oscar Winner And Groundbreaking Star Sidney Poitier Dies

Sidney Poitier, the groundbreaking actor and enduring inspiration who transformed how Black people were portrayed on screen, became the first Black actor to win an Academy Award for best lead performance and the first to be a top box-office draw, has died.

One Year Later: President Biden Decries 'Big Lie' And Blames Donald Trump For Insurrection

President Joe Biden has marked the anniversary of the violent Capitol insurrection by forcefully condemning Donald Trump’s election “big lie” that sparked the deadly breaching of the building and continues to motivate deep national division.

Biden Marks Year Since Attack: 'I Will Stand In This Breach'

President Joe Biden and members of Congress are solemnly marking the first anniversary of the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol insurrection.

Oldest U.S. Veteran Of WWII, Lawrence N. Brooks, Dies At 112

The oldest World War II veteran in the United States has died at the age of 112. Lawrence N. Brooks died Wednesday in New Orleans.

Grammys Postpone Ceremony, Citing Omicron Variant Risks

The upcoming Grammy Awards have been postponed due to what organizers called “too many risks” due to the omicron variant.

13 Dead, Including 7 Children, In Philadelphia House Fire

Officials say a large house fire in Philadelphia has killed 13 people, including seven children, and sent two people to hospitals.

Little Caesars' Hot-N-Ready Pizza No Longer $5

You will now pay more for the Hot-N-Ready Little Caesars' pizza. The company is increasing the cost 11% saying their "new and improved" pizza has 33% more pepperoni and will cost $5.55.

Judge Sets Jan. 28 For 'Tiger King' Joe Exotic Resentencing

A federal judge in Oklahoma has set a Jan. 28 date for the resentencing of “Tiger King" Joe Exotic.

CDC Signs Off On Pfizer Extra Dose Measures

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has signed off on two measures to increase access to additional doses of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine.