U.S. Jobless Claims Rise By 23,000 To 230,000
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week to the highest level since mid-November.
US Mint Begins Shipping Quarters Honoring Maya Angelou
The United States Mint said Monday it has begun shipping quarters featuring the image of poet Maya Angelou, the first coins in its American Women Quarters Program.
Army Ups Bonuses For Recruits To $50K, As COVID Takes Toll
The U.S. Army, for the first time, is offering a maximum enlistment bonus of $50,000 to highly skilled recruits who sign up for six years.
Will Smith, Lady Gaga, Ben Affleck Score SAG Nominations
Will Smith, Lady Gaga and Ben Affleck landed individual nominations for the 28th Screen Actors Guild Awards on Wednesday, while the casts of “Belfast” and “CODA” were among those nominated for the guild’s top award, best ensemble.
Trump Slams Politicians Who Won't Say They Got Booster Shots
Former President Donald Trump says politicians who refuse to say whether they’ve received COVID-19 booster shots are “gutless.”
Two Women Arrested For Glitter Attack In Florida
Police say two women are facing felony charges for an incident that included throwing glitter on a man at his apartment in Florida.
NC Governor Backs Beasley As Senate Primary Field Clears
Gov. Roy Cooper has given former North Carolina Chief Justice Cheri Beasley his endorsement for the U.S. Senate.
Bank of America Slashes Fees For Account Overdrafts
Bank of America is slashing the amount it charges customers when they spend more than they have in their accounts and plans to eliminate entirely its fees for bounced checks.
Robert Durst, Real Estate Heir Convicted Of Murder, Dies
Robert Durst, the New York real estate heir sentenced to life in prison for killing his best friend, has died. He was 78.
LA Cops Pull Pilot From Plane Moments Before Train Hits It
Police body-camera video shows a harrowing rescue in California, where a small plane crashed on railroad tracks shortly after takeoff from a suburban Los Angeles airfield.
Tax Season Begins Two Weeks Early Due To Virus, IRS Funding
This year’s tax filing season will begin on Jan. 24, 17 days earlier than last year.
Bob Saget, Beloved TV Dad Of 'Full House,' Dead At 65
Bob Saget, a comedian and actor best known for his role on the sitcom “Full House,” has died. He was 65.
Dozens Injured In Large Bronx Apartment Building Fire
Dozens of people suffered life-threatening injuries in a large apartment fire in the Bronx on Sunday, in what New York City’s fire commissioner said was one of the worst blazes in the city in recent memory.
Golden Globe Awards Carry On, Without Stars Or A Telecast
Even though NBC dropped the 2022 Golden Globe Awards, the embattled Hollywood Foreign Press Association is proceeding with its 79th edition Sunday night without a telecast, nominees, celebrity guests, a red carpet, a host, press or even a livestream.
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.
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