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Washington's NFL Team Unveils New Name As Commanders

Washington’s NFL team is now known as the Commanders.

477.2-Mile-Long Lightning Flash Has Set A New World Record

The longest distance single flash of lightning occurred here in the United States and has set a new world record.

New York Times Buys Viral Word Game Wordle

The New York Times has bought Wordle, the free online word game that has exploded in popularity and, for some, become a daily obsession.

US Road Deaths Rise At Record Pace As Risky Driving Persists

The government has reported that U.S. traffic deaths surged in the first nine months of 2021 to 31,720, keeping up a record pace of increased dangerous driving during the pandemic.

Tom Brady Has Retired After 22 Seasons, 7 Super Bowl Titles

Tom Brady has retired after winning seven Super Bowls and setting numerous passing records in an unprecedented 22-year-career.

AP Source: US Urges Pfizer To Apply For Under-5 COVID Shots

U.S. regulators are urging drugmaker Pfizer to apply for emergency authorization for a two-dose regimen of its COVID-19 vaccine for children 6 months to 5 years old.

Mahomes' Fiancée Plays Defense After Celebration Backlash

Patrick Mahomes' fiancée Brittany Matthews is finding herself playing defense after being criticized for how she celebrated the Kansas City Chiefs playoff win.

Halsey's Love And Power Tour Coming To Charlotte In May

Multi-platinum, genre-bending artist Halsey announced their Love and Power Tour will be making a stop in Charlotte this summer.

Rihanna Is Pregnant, Debuts Bump On Stroll With A$AP Rocky

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky took an epic stroll over the weekend in snowy New York to reveal she’s pregnant with her first child.

Moderna Announces Full US Approval For Its COVID-19 Vaccine

Moderna says U.S. health regulators have given full approval to its COVID-19 vaccine after reviewing additional data on its safety and effectiveness.

NFL Foundation Helping Build Or Refurbish Football Fields

The NFL Foundation is awarding a variety of organizations in 30 locales with a total of $6 million to build or refurbish neighborhood football fields.

AP Sources: Despite Reports, Tom Brady Hasn't Made Up Mind

Despite reports that he is retiring, Tom Brady has told the Tampa Bay Buccaneers he hasn’t made up his mind, two people familiar with the details told The Associated Press.

Pittsburgh Bridge Collapse Brings Light To Infrastructure Concerns Across The Country

Four people were injured after a bridge in Pittsburgh collapsed and took a city bus down with it Friday morning. This collapse brings light to infrastructure concerns across the country including the WCCB viewing area.

‘Tiger King’ Joe Exotic Resentenced To 21 Years In Prison

A federal judge has resentenced “Tiger King” Joe Exotic to 21 years in prison.

How Many Times Can I Reuse My N95 Mask?

Experts say how often you can safely wear an N95 or KN95 mask will vary depending on how it’s used.

Here, Kitty: Bidens Welcome Cat Named Willow To White House

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden have added a cat to their pet family.

Community Rallies For A Local Couple After Their Twenty Two Month Old Son Is Killed In A Driveway Accident

A life that was cut too short but made a huge impact. 22-month-old SJ loved animals, and was full of life, says family friend Madison Clodfelter.

Anti-Mask Anger Forces Colorado Children's Museum To Close

A Colorado children’s museum is the latest casualty of harassment by people angry over mask mandates designed to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

What is a Nor'easter?

A strong nor'easter is poised to bring multiple feet of snow to the Northeast this weekend... but what exactly *is* a nor'easter?

Biden: 1st Black Woman Justice On High Court 'Long Overdue'

President Joe Biden on Thursday reiterated his pledge to nominate the first Black woman to the U.S. Supreme Court, saying it was “long overdue,” as he praised retiring Justice Stephen Breyer as a model public servant.