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Americans love football. Last weekend's Super Bowl was the third-most-watched television event of all time. But despite its popularity, statistics show youth participation in tackle football has trended down in recent years. Some parents don't want to let their kids play because of safety concerns but America is divided on this issue. Even the American Academy of Pediatrics is still debating what...

The news to know for Friday, February 17, 2023! We'll update you about a grand jury out of Georgia that's been investigating former President Trump and his allies: what criminal charges it's now recommending. Also, what federal officials are now saying about a toxic train derailment in Ohio as lawsuits start piling up. Plus, where there's a new law giving women time off work for period pain, the o...

The news to know for Thursday, February 16, 2023! We'll tell you about more unusual weather that brought snow to the desert and could bring tornadoes to the south today. Also, in the aftermath of a devastating earthquake, some people survived for more than a week under rubble.  Plus, what's being hyped as a possible solution to an overdose crisis, which social media platform is becoming more marij...

The news to know for Wednesday, February 15, 2023! We'll update you about the deadly mass shooting on a college campus. There are new details about the victims, the gunman, and survivors who have now lived through two mass shootings. Also, Former President Trump has his first official competitor. We'll tell you who just launched a presidential campaign. Plus, what new research found about using an...

The news to know for Tuesday, February 14, 2023! We'll tell you about a shooting on a college campus and what's being called unprecedented data about teen girls. The CDC says it's an urgent call to take action. Plus, tensions with China aren't stopping big business in Michigan, Amazon is moving self-driving cars forward, Barney is coming back, and there are a few Valentine's Day deals. Those stori...

The news to know for Monday, February 13, 2023! We'll tell you what's known so far about more flying objects the U.S. military shot down over the weekend. And more classified documents were found where they don't belong and handed over.  Plus, we're talking all about the Super Bowl: from the championship team to the halftime show's big reveal to the commercials. Those stories and more news to know...

With Valentine's Day in just a few days, we are focusing on love, relationships, and dating in 2023. What does it take to sustain a healthy romantic relationship? You'll hear the top dos and don'ts from Shane Birkel , a licensed marriage and family therapist and host of the Couples Therapist Couch podcast, who has become popular on TikTok with his helpful advice for couples. But first, what is new...

The news to know for Friday, February 10, 2023! We'll tell you new information about that spy balloon shot down off the coast of the U.S. and explain why things got pretty tense on Capitol Hill over the ordeal. Plus, new promises from Southwest Airlines, how ChatGPT is being used in a popular dating app, and what makes this weekend's Super Bowl one for the history books. Those stories and more new...

The news to know for Thursday, February 9, 2023! We'll tell you about ongoing relief efforts in Turkey and Syria in the aftermath of what's become one of the deadliest earthquakes in a century. Also, the problem at the southern border might be moving to the northern border. Plus, what to know about the latest virus outbreaks, which late-night talk show is ending for good, and how much Americans ar...

The news to know for Wednesday, February 8, 2023! We're breaking down the key announcements from President Biden's State of the Union and the reaction from Republicans.  Also, there is heartbreak and hope overseas as rescue teams pull more people from the wreckage of an enormous earthquake. Plus, close calls at American airports are getting lawmakers' attention; we'll explain how AI is changing se...

The news to know for Tuesday, February 7, 2023! What to expect from President Biden's State of the Union tonight and the Republicans' rebuttal. Also, we'll tell you about the world coming together to respond to one of the deadliest earthquakes of the decade. Plus, how a notorious tabloid is looking to expand its business, why you'll have to pay more for certain movie theater tickets, and which com...

The news to know for Monday, February 6, 2023! We're talking about the U.S. military shooting down what it believes was a Chinese spy balloon and what the government is hoping to learn from the debris. Also, a big change will impact the 2024 election. Plus, a possible vaccine for the deadliest drug in the nation, how Google is getting into the world of artificial intelligence, and the most talked-...

It's that time of year when many of you may be thinking about your spring break and summer vacations. So we want to help you out with everything from how to get the best deals and book your flights at the right time – to how many flight cancellations to expect in 2023 and what legal rights you have that the airlines might not want you to know. For all that and more, renowned travel expert Scott Ke...

The news to know for Friday, February 3, 2023! We'll tell you about what could be a record-breaking cold snap in the Northeast.  Also, what to know about a Chinese spy balloon over the United States: where it was spotted and why the U.S. won't shoot it down. Plus, we'll tell you which state now has the largest workforce in America, what new features are coming to TikTok, and how Ticketmaster is tr...

The news to know for Thursday, February 2, 2023! What to know about the Fed's latest move to get inflation under control, another one of President Biden's homes being searched by the FBI, and outrage over a high school AP course being offered around the country. Plus, we're talking about the latest study about toddlers and screen time, the new tech Samsung unveiled, and the legendary quarterback w...

The news to know for Wednesday, February 1, 2023! We have an update about an ice storm stretching from Texas to Kentucky. Also, the newest House hearings and investigations begin on Capitol Hill. We'll tell you the first topic lawmakers are focusing on and what to expect from a meeting between the top Republican and top Democrat in the country. Plus, how the FDA is changing to address food safety,...

The news to know for Tuesday, January 31, 2023! We're talking about who else is losing their jobs over a violent arrest in Memphis and what the ex-officers are now saying about it all. Also, the Biden administration has new plans for Covid-19 and birth control. Plus, what is going on at the Dallas Zoo? Monkeys are the latest animals to go missing, two streaming services are joining forces, and sci...

The news to know for Monday, January 30, 2023! We're talking about protesters taking to the streets around the country in response to newly-released video of a violent arrest. We'll explain what they're demanding and how police are responding. Also, we'll tell you where Americans are bracing for a week of brutal weather and where winter is getting such a late start that it's making history. Plus,...

Perhaps you're enjoying a new smart device you got over the holidays, or maybe you're trying to cut back on how much time you spend scrolling on social media. Some of you are probably trying to figure out a way to keep working from home, at least some of the time. No matter what, my guess is that your use of technology has gone up one way or another since the start of the pandemic. So what does it...

The news to know for Friday, January 27, 2023! We'll tell you about the new police video coming out today that even the police chief says will cause more outrage. Five officers have already been arrested over it. Also, the U.S. took down a top ISIS leader and a major ransomware gang this week. Plus, what the FDA is now saying about the safety of CBD, it will cost you more than ever to go to an NFL...

The news to know for Thursday, January 26, 2023! We'll tell you about America's new, strong commitment to Ukraine: what President Biden just promised. Also, a new report from the Secret Service outlines what the U.S. needs to do to prevent the next mass shooting.  Plus, the government is warning about a popular Spring Break destination, President Trump is allowed back on Facebook and Instagram, an...

The news to know for Wednesday, January 25, 2023! We'll tell you about more secret government documents found, this time at the home of former Vice President Mike Pence.  Also, what do Taylor Swift fans and Senators on both sides of the aisle have in common? They all want answers from Ticketmaster. We have highlights from a hearing on Capitol Hill. Plus, a federal plan to make baby food safer, the...

The news to know for Tuesday, January 24, 2023! We have new details about two shooting rampages in California in a matter of days as authorities try to figure out what motivated the gunmen. Also, a man who once had one of the most important anti-spy jobs in the U.S. government was arrested. We'll tell you who he was accused of working with while working with the FBI. Plus, a new vaccine strategy f...

The news to know for Monday, January 23, 2023! We're talking about a mass shooting in California and how what could have been a second shooting was stopped nearby. Also, we'll tell you what the FBI found in a 12-hour search at President Biden's home and why economists say laid-off workers won't stay unemployed for long after thousands more job cuts. Plus, millions of Americans get ready for anothe...

Two separate presidents – and two separate allegations of mishandling classified documents. Today, we're taking a look at the investigations into President Biden and former President Trump. First, I'm joined by well-known criminal defense attorney Randy Zelin . He'll compare the Biden and Trump cases from a legal perspective – what's the same, what's different, how prosecutors might move forward,...