U.S. Senate Passes The "Sunshine Protection Act"
The Senate has passed the "Sunshine Protection Act", which would make Daylight Saving Time permanent. If passed by the House, it then goes to the President's desk to be signed.
AP Source: Pfizer Seeking OK For 4th COVID Dose For Seniors
Drugmaker Pfizer is expected to request authorization this week for an additional COVID-19 booster dose for seniors.
White House: Biden Will Travel To Europe For Ukraine Talks
President Joe Biden will travel to Europe next week for face-to-face talks with European leaders about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, White House press secretary Jen Psaki announced Tuesday.
The Big Sneeze: Climate Change To Make Pollen Season Nastier
Climate change will continue to make allergy season longer and more intense.
Poodles Pop In Popularity, But Labs Still No. 1 US Dog Breed
Labrador retrievers are still tugging hardest on U.S. dog lovers’ heartstrings, but poodles just strutted back into the American Kennel Club’s top five most popular dog breeds for the first time since 1997.
Edge On The Clock: Renee Zellweger Reveals She Walked To The Oscars In 2020
Renee Zellweger takes the scenic route to the Oscars, Elon Musk welcomes baby number two, and young Steph Curry fan gets a memorable birthday girl - all on Edge on the Clock.
Pete Davidson Headed To Space On Blue Origin Craft
Pete Davidson is heading to space. The “Saturday Night Live” star will be among the six passengers on the next launch of Jeff Bezo’s space travel venture, Blue Origin.
US Black Population: The Biggest Growth Is In Smaller Cities Like Charlotte
The largest African American growth in pure numbers over the past decade didn’t take place in traditional hubs of Black life such as Atlanta or Houston, but rather in smaller cities with lower profiles.
Former President Obama Tests Positive For COVID-19, Says He's 'Feeling Fine'
Former President Barack Obama says he tested positive for the coronavirus.
Acclaimed Filmmaker Brent Renaud Shot, Killed In Ukraine
American journalist Brent Renaud has been killed in Ukraine while gathering material for a report about refugees.
Tom Brady Is Returning To Tampa To Play 23rd Season In NFL
Tom Brady’s retirement lasted 40 days. Brady said Sunday he’s returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for his 23rd season in the NFL.
Average US Gas Price Rises 22% In Two Weeks To Record $4.43
The average U.S. price of regular-grade gasoline shot up a whopping 79 cents over the past two weeks to $4.43 per gallon.
Russia Strikes Near Ukrainian Capital; Port City Under Siege
Russian forces are pounding the port city of Mariupol, shelling its downtown as residents hide. Fighting also raged Saturday in the outskirts of Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, as Russia kept up its bombardment of resisting cities.
Texas Clinics’ Lawsuit Over Abortion Ban ‘Effectively Over’
Texas abortion providers say their best hope of stopping the nation’s most restrictive abortion law is all but over. It comes after the Texas Supreme Court on Friday ended what little path forward clinics had under a federal lawsuit to stop the law known as Senate Bill 8.
US Slashes Russia Trade Status, Bans Its Alcohol And Seafood
President Joe Biden announced Friday that along with the European Union and the Group of Seven countries, the U.S. will revoke “most favored nation” trade status for Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
Jussie Smollett Sentenced To 150 Days In Jail In Fake Attack
Jussie Smollett has been sentenced to 150 days in jail for lying to police in a racist and homophobic attack that he staged himself.
Soaring Gas Prices Are Impacting Local Businesses, Including Popular Rideshare Services
Kenny still is frustrated. He drives for Uber and Lyft, and every time he fills up his tank it's about $75. Still questions if he wants to drive for the ride-sharing companies anymore.
Giant Joro Spiders Are Expected To Invade The East Coast
The giant Joro spider is expected to invade the East Coast this spring.
Play Ball! MLB Players Reach Deal, Salvage 162-Game Season
Major League Baseball’s acrimonious players and owners ended their most bitter money fight in a quarter-century when a divided players’ association accepted management’s offer to salvage a 162-game season that will start April 7.
US Extends Mask Rule For Travel While Weighing New Approach
Federal officials are extending the requirement for masks on planes and public transportation through mid-April while taking steps that could lead to lifting the rule.
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