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Report: World's 10 Richest People $500 Billion Richer Since Coronavirus Began
By Katherine Rodriguez |
The world's ten richest people, including Bill Gates, Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos, have seen their collective wealth grow by $500 billion since the beginning of the coronavirus, according to a report.
VIDEO: 8-Year-Old Opens Hot Cocoa Stand to Raise Money for Family of Fallen Officer
By Katherine Rodriguez |
An eight-year-old boy opened a hot cocoa stand in front of his West Toledo, Ohio, home this weekend to raise money for a fallen Toledo Police officer.
Customer Leaves $1,400 Tip, 'COVID Sucks,' Message at Colorado Bakery
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A customer who spent $20 at a Colorado bakery left a generous tip of $1,400 along with a note saying, "COVID sucks!"
VIDEO: Dozens of Suspects Wanted in Violent Attack on 26-Year-Old
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Police in New York City are looking for dozens of suspects linked to a violent attack on a 26-year-old who was beaten, had his clothes removed, and was cut with a sharp object.
New York Times Slammed for Labeling Joe Biden as 'Most Religious' President
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Conservatives slammed the New York Times for labeling President Joe Biden"perhaps the most religiously observant commander in chief" in 50 years in a story published Saturday.
Two Anonymous Donors Pay Off $95,000 in Medical Bills in Kansas
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Two anonymous donors paid off $95,000 in medical bills for more than 400 patients at a hospital in Kansas.
Chicago Reopens for Limited Indoor Dining
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Indoor dining will return on a limited basis in Chicago and suburban Cook County for the first time since last fall.
Report: Katie Couric Jeopardy! Gig Under Threat After Anti-GOP Comments
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Jeopardy! producers are reportedly alarmed about veteran journalist Katie Couric's anti-GOP comments ahead of her guest-hosting duties on the long-running game show.
Coronavirus Positivity Rate Passes Ten Percent in 54 NYC Zip Codes
By Katherine Rodriguez |
The rates of people testing positive for the coronavirus in some areas of New York City have reached ten percent or more, according to data provided by the city Friday.
Three Teens Allegedly Attack Woman with Glass Bottle, Steal Her iPhone in NYC
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Three teenagers allegedly struck a woman with a glass bottle and stole her iPhone in New York City's Greenwich Village this week.
Joe Biden Maskless on Federal Property Hours After Signing Mask Mandate
By Katherine Rodriguez |
President Joe Biden faced backlash for removing his mask while visiting the Lincoln Memorial Wednesday evening, hours after signing a mandate requiring masks on federal property to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
More than 50 Bay Area Restaurateurs Sue Gov. Gavin Newsom over Dining Ban
By Katherine Rodriguez |
More than 50 restaurateurs in the San Francisco Bay Area are suing California Democrat Gov. Gavin Newsom over his ban on in-person dining.
More than 50 Bay Area Restauranteurs Sue Gov. Gavin Newsom over Dining Ban
By Katherine Rodriguez |
More than 50 restauranteurs in the San Francisco Bay Area are suing California Democrat Gov. Gavin Newsom over his ban on in-person dining.
Mark Ruffalo Sends Off 'Turd' Donald Trump: 'The Golden Toilet Presidency Is Over'
By Katherine Rodriguez |
It was Marvel movie starMark Ruffalo, a vocal Trump critic, whocalled Trump a "turd" and proclaimed that "the golden toilet presidency is finally over."
Nancy Pelosi: Donald Trump Could Be 'Accessory to Murder' After Capitol Riots
By Katherine Rodriguez |
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said former President Donald Trump might be an "accessory to murder" in conjunction with the riots at the U.S. Capitol this month.
Supporters Line Mar-a-Lago Streets to 'Welcome Home' Donald Trump
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Supporters of former President Donald Trump lined the streets of Mar-a-Lago, Florida, Wednesday to welcome Trump to where he will be spending his time post-presidency.
Report: Joe Biden Calls for DOJ to Resume Obama-Era 'Slush Fund' Payouts to Left-Wing Groups
By Katherine Rodriguez |
President Joe Biden is giving the go-ahead for the Justice Department to reinstate a controversial Obama-era practice that allowed prosecutors to make settlement agreements where defendants paid outside groups instead of the government or victims.
Cori Bush Sympathizes with Murderers in Anti-Death Penalty Tweet: 'Say Their Names'
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Freshman Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO) is receiving backlash from her supporters after urging them to "say the names" of 13 inmates executed during President Donald Trump's four years in office, including a white supremacist convicted of murdering an Arkansas family in 1996.
Alleged Car Thief Returns Oregon Woman's Car, Scolds Her for Leaving Child Inside
By Katherine Rodriguez |
An Oregon mother has her child back after a suspected thief drove away with her car while her four-year-old son was inside.
Kirsten Gillibrand: 'I Don't Think' Anyone Could Unite America like Chuck Schumer
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) said Sunday in a press conference that she does not think that there is "a human being alive" who could unite the country like Sen.
PETA: President Trump's 'Pardoned' Turkeys Are Suffering
By Katherine Rodriguez |
The animal activist group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) announced Sunday that President Donald Trump's pardoned turkeys are living in squalid conditions at Virginia Tech.
Off-Duty Firefighter, 7-Year-Old Save Two from House Fire
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A seven-year-old boy and an off-duty firefighter saved two people from a house fire Thursday in Delaware.
VIDEO: Dad Surprises Children at School After Coming Home from Deployment
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Three children in Moore, Oklahoma, got the biggest surprise while at school in the middle of the day when their father walked by, returning home from deployment.
FBI Looking for Armored Military Humvee Stolen from National Guard Facility
By Katherine Rodriguez |
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced Saturday that it is looking for an armored combat vehicle stolen from a California National Guard facility Friday.
Blind Veteran Adopts San Diego Rescue Dog Without Eyes
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A blind three-year-old Lab/Shepherd who had his eyesremoved is going to a loving family, including a blind veteran.
Disabled Pennsylvania Veteran Receives Roof for Damaged Home
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A disabledPennsylvania veteran received a roof for his damaged home after a local roofing company reachedout to help.
Donald G. Tober, Head of Sweet'N Low and Sugar Foods, Dies by Suicide
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Donald G. Tober, who became famous for putting Sweet'N Low packets on millions of tables, died Friday by suicide.
NYC Woman Accused of Stealing Mail Truck, Crashing into More than Ten Cars
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A woman was arrested after she allegedly stole a mail truck in New York City and slammed it into at least ten cars Friday night.
Muggers Allegedly Pummel Victim, Fracture His Jaw in Broad Daylight in NYC
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Several muggers allegedly punched a victim so hard that they fractured his jaw in an attack that took place in broad daylight in New York City.
NY Attorney General Sues NYPD over 'Excessive Force'; Wants Police Monitor
By Katherine Rodriguez |
New York Attorney General Letitia James sued the city of New York, Mayor Bill de Blasio, and Police Commissioner Dermot Shea on Thursday to put a monitor in place for the police department.
Jaime Harrison Expected to Become Next DNC Head
By Katherine Rodriguez |
President-elect Joe Biden is expected to name Jaime Harrison, who challenged Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) in the 2020 elections, as the next Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair.
VIDEO: Los Angeles Superspreader 'Swingers' Party Shut Down
By Katherine Rodriguez |
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's department shut down a "swingers" party as part of a crackdown on superspreader events as coronavirus cases soar.
Eric Trump: Family Business Cancellations Part of 'Cancel Culture'
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Eric Trump blamed businesses that cut ties with the Trump Organization after the attacks on Capitol Hill last week on "cancel culture."
Veteran Gets Mortgage-Free Home from Operation Finally Home
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A Florida veteran received a mortgage-free home from the nonprofit organization Operation Finally Home to recognize his eight years of service.
FDA: Midwestern Pet Foods Expands Recall After 70 Dogs Die
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Midwestern Pet Foods expanded its recall voluntarily after more than 70 dogs died and 80 dogs were sickened from consuming their pet food products, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Monday.
New York State Bar Association Launches Inquiry into Removing Rudy Giuliani from Membership
By Katherine Rodriguez |
The New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) wrote in a scathing letter Monday it had launched an inquiry into removing President Donald Trump's personal attorney, Rudy Giuliani, from its membership.
Man Who Allegedly Shot at Portland Federal Courthouse Arrested Earlier at Salem 'Stop the Steal' Rally
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A man who allegedly fired five shots into a Portland, Oregon, federal courthouse was arrested two days earlier at a Salem, Oregon, "Stop the Steal" rally, court documents filed Sunday stated.
12-Year-Old Raises $42,000 for Homeless Man Who Returned Grandma's Wallet
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A 12-year-old girl is helping out a homeless man who returned her grandmother's lost wallet by creating a GoFundMe page that has raised more than $42,000 for him and others in his situation.
Four Police Officers Placed on Leave for Allegedly Attending Capitol Riots
By Katherine Rodriguez |
At least four police officers from across the country were placed on administrative leave for allegedly attending the U.S. Capitol riots on Wednesday.
Nancy Pelosi Accuses Rioters of Choosing 'Whiteness over Democracy'
By Katherine Rodriguez |
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is accusing the rioters who stormed the U.S. Capitol this week of choosing "whiteness over democracy."
Facial Recognition App Clearview Sees Surge in Use After Capitol Riot
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Clearview AI, a facial-recognition app law enforcement uses to track down criminals, has seen a surge in use since the Capitol Hill riots on Wednesday, according to the company's CEO.
Firefighters Rescue Florida Woman from 40-Foot Sinkhole 11 Hours After Car Fell In
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Firefighters rescued a woman trapped in a 40-foot sinkhole in Florida for 11 hours after her car fell inside.
Police: MS-13 Gang Member Captured on Video Killing Ex-Girlfriend in Front of Daughter
By Katherine Rodriguez |
California authorities are looking for a suspected MS-13 gang member who was captured on surveillance camera killing his ex-girlfriend in front of her three-year-old daughter, police said.
Democrat Gov. Tom Wolf: Capitol Riots Were 'Traumatic' for 'All of Us'
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Pennsylvania Democrat Gov. Tom Wolf on Friday addressed the U.S. Capitol riots during a press conference about the coronavirus, saying the "assault" on the Capitol was "traumatic.
Twitch Suspends Donald Trump's Account Indefinitely
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Twitch has locked President Donald Trump's account indefinitely following the riots that took place on Capitol Hill on Wednesday.
Lindsey Graham: 'All Options on the Table' for 25th Amendment 'If Something Else Happens'
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) weighed in on invoking the 25th Amendment against President Donald Trump Thursday, saying he does not think it is "appropriate" at this point but did not rule it out for future incidents.
8 Men Charged with Allegedly Raping, Killing Flight Attendant in Philippines
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A Philippine Airlines flight attendant was killed after being raped at a New Year's Eve party, and eight men were charged in connection with the incident.
GRAPHIC VIDEO: Woman Shot in the Neck Inside Capitol Building
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A woman was shot in the neck inside the Capitol building, according to videos and photos shared to social media Wednesday afternoon.
DeKalb County to Manually Scan 19,000 Ballots After 'Technical Issues' Arise
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Poll workers in DeKalb County, Georgia, are resorting to hand-scanning some 19,000 ballots after technical difficulties arose at the polling site, election officials said Wednesday.
Dr. Dre Suffers Brain Aneurysm, in ICU at Los Angeles Hospital
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Rap mogul Dr. Dre suffered a brain aneurysm and is currently in the intensive care unit (ICU) at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, according to TMZ.
Nancy Pelosi: Members of Congress 'Need God's Blessing'
By Katherine Rodriguez |
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) gave a speech on the House floor shortly after she was re-elected as House Speaker where she said that members of Congress "need God's blessing.
Report: Elise Stefanik to Object to Certifying Electoral College Results
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) plans to object to certifying the Electoral College results on Wednesday, according to a report released Monday.
Police: Man Who Struck Officer with Pickup Escapes from Portland Police Holding Cell
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A Portland, Oregon, man accused of hitting a police officer with a pickup truck on Christmas Eve escaped from his holding cell at the Portland Police Bureau on Saturday, police said.
VIDEO: Father, Police Officer Save 8-Year-Old Who Fell Through Ice
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A heart-stopping video showed the moment a father of an eight-year-old boy and a police officer saved the boy after he fell through the ice in Wisconsin.
Good Samaritan Rescues NYC Bus Driver During Attack in the Bronx
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A New York City bus driver said a Good Samaritan rescued her after she was attacked while working on New Year's Day.
Man Survives Coronavirus in Coma Thanks to Wife's Voice: 'She's My Angel'
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A man who spent more than two months in the hospital with the coronavirus says it was his wife's voice that got him through being in a coma and into his recovery.
Former Volleyball Coach Accused of Raping Minors Charged with 52 Felonies
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A former New Mexico youth volleyball coach accused of raping several young girls has been charged with 52 felonies.
Police: NYC Woman Found Dead in Staten Island Apartment's Garbage Chute
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A 34-year-old New York City woman was discovered dead in a Staten Island apartment's garbage chute, police said.
Los Angeles Superspreader Task Force Detains at Least 900 at NYE Parties
By Katherine Rodriguez |
The Los Angeles County Superspreader Task Force detained at least 900 people after shutting down five New Year's Eve parties.
NPR: Disinfecting Surfaces Might Not Be Worth It to Prevent Coronavirus
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A recent NPR report said that disinfecting surfaces using sprays and wipes might not be necessary to prevent the coronavirus.
Massachusetts Police Officer Buys Groceries for Women Suspected of Shoplifting
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A Somerset, Massachusetts, police officer purchased groceries for two women suspected of shoplifting five days before Christmas.
Report: NYC Man Severs Penis, Throws It in Toilet
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A New York City man severed his penis Wednesday and threw it in his Staten Island apartment's toilet, according to a report.
WATCH: NYC Bicyclists Attack BMW in Plain Sight
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A group of young bicyclists attacked a BMW SUV in plain sight in New York City, terrorizing a couple inside the vehicle, according to a video.
Universal Orlando Hits Capacity 10 Minutes After Opening
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Universal Orlando theme park hit its capacity ten minutes after opening despite being in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic this season.
Police: 7-Month-Old Saved After Man Steals Car with Her Inside
By Katherine Rodriguez |
An off-duty Georgia police officer saved a kidnapped seven-month-old girl sleeping inside a car stolen from a parking lot, police said.
Virginia Police Department Collects More than $15,000 in Gift Cards for Foster Kids
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A Virginia police department decided to give local foster kids a helping hand this holiday season by donating gift cards for 120 children and young adults.
Breonna Taylor Statue in California Vandalized, Sculptor Calls Act 'Racist Aggression'
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A sculpture of Breonna Taylor in Oakland, California, was vandalized Saturday, just two weeks after it was first installed.
Nurse Suspended After Stripping PPE to Have Sex with Coronavirus Patient
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A nurse in Indonesia has been suspended from his duties after admitting he took off his personal protective equipment (PPE) to have sex with a coronavirus patient.
Surging Coronavirus Cases Cause L.A. County Hospitals to Reject Ambulances
By Katherine Rodriguez |
The crisis at Los Angeles County hospitals reached unprecedented levels over the holiday weekend as patients continued to flow into emergency rooms.
Law Enforcement Group Hosts Jeep Convoy to Support Injured Officer
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A pro-law enforcement group hosted a Jeep convoy Saturday afternoon to support a Delaware police officer who was shot multiple times in a shooting in Rehoboth, Delaware.
Homeless Man Rescues All Animals at Georgia Shelter After It Catches Fire
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A homeless man risked his life to rescue several cats and dogs trapped inside an Atlanta, Georgia, animal shelter after it caught fire.
Restaurant Manager Collects More than 3,000 Christmas Cards for Service Members
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A Pennsylvania restaurant manager wanted to pay it forward by collecting more than 3,000 Christmas cards to send to servicemembers overseas.
Oldest Pearl Harbor Veteran to Get Post Office Named After Him
By Katherine Rodriguez |
The oldest military veteran of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor will have a post office named in his memory two years after his death.
Man Who Bikes 8 Miles to Work Receives Upgraded Bicycle as a Gift
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A man who bikes eight miles to work without a helmet and lights received an upgraded bicycle as a gift from his friends for the holidays.
Anonymous Donor Gifts Texas Family $100,000 After Fire Ravages Home
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A Texas family of 12 who lost their home to a fire two days before Christmas received an incredibly generous gift from an anonymous donor.
Kansas Police on Mission to Deliver $100 Bills from Secret Santa
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A Kansas police department is on a mission this week on behalf of an anonymous donor acting as a Secret Santa by handing out $100 bills to residents.
Iowa Teen Receives Unexpected Heart Transplant on Christmas Eve
By Katherine Rodriguez |
An Iowa teenager received a life-changing heart transplant surgery on Christmas Eve thanks to an unexpected phone call the family answered a day before.
Six Nashville Police Officers Recognized for Evacuating People Before Explosion
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Six Nashville police officers have been recognized by the department for evacuating people and saving lives before Friday's explosion in downtown Nashville.
Republican Louisiana Rep.-Elect Luke Letlow in ICU with Coronavirus
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Rep.-elect Luke Letlow (R-LA) has been moved to the intensive care unit at a hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana, as he continues to battle the coronavirus.
WATCH: Secret Santa Surprises Wife of Terminal Cancer Patient with Car, $6,000
By Katherine Rodriguez |
An East Idaho Secret Santa surprised the wife of a terminal cancer patient with a car and $6,000 on her birthday.
Anonymous Donor Drops Gold Coin in Las Vegas Salvation Army Red Kettle
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Salvation Army officials in Las Vegas were shocked to find a gold coin weighing one ounce among the dollar bills and change in one of the charity's Red Kettles.
El Paso Police Gang Unit Hands Out Christmas Gifts to Children
By Katherine Rodriguez |
The El Paso, Texas, Police Department Gang Unit loaded their squad cars and an armored vehicle on Tuesday not with weapons, but with Christmas gifts to give to children.
VIDEO: Officer Gets Medal of Honor for Saving Child, Woman from House Explosion
By Katherine Rodriguez |
An Indiana police officer received the Medal of Honor for helping to save a child and a woman from a collapsed home that exploded.
11-Year-Old Survives Fire, Jumps from Second-Floor Window to Save Family
By Katherine Rodriguez |
An 11-year-old boy survived a blaze and a jump from a second-floor window to save his family from an apartment fire.
Pope Francis' Instagram Account Appears to 'Like' Second Racy Model Pic
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Pope Francis' Instagram account is accused of liking a racy photo by an X-rated model for the second time.
Kamala Harris: 'It Is Within Our Power' to Change 'the Balance' in the Senate
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Vice President-elect Kamala Harris addressed a drive-in rally in Georgia on Monday, urging potential voters to cast their ballots in the runoff election for U.S. Senate on January 5.
Philippines to Raise the Age of Consent for Sex from 12 to 16
By Katherine Rodriguez |
The Philippines are about to move forward with a legislative bill to raise the sexual consent age from 12 to 16.
Customer at Ohio Restaurant Leaves $5,600 Tip in Time for Christmas
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A group of Ohio restaurant employees received a surprise early Christmas gift after a customer left a $5,600 tip on a bill for the staff to split.
Toy Store Owner Whose Business Went Under Donates Inventory to Charity
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A toy store owner whose business closed for good during the coronavirus pandemic donated her remaining inventory to a charity for kids fighting cancer.
Joe Biden's Niece, Caroline, Avoids Jail Time for DUI
By Katherine Rodriguez |
President-elect Joe Biden's niece, Caroline Biden, avoided jail time for a DUI after pleading guilty to the charge December 3.
6-Year-Old Receives Award for Notifying Families About Fire in Apartment
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A six-year-old boy from New Hampshire received an award from the state fire marshal's office for his life-saving actions during an apartment fire.
Court to Decide Custody for Dog Tossed over Florida Motel Balcony
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A court will decide whether a dog tossed over a Florida Motel 6 balcony will go back to its owner or be turned over to Animal Services.
Anonymous Donor Pays Off $7,300 in Parking Tickets
By Katherine Rodriguez |
An anonymous donor spread some holiday cheer in Pennsylvania when he footed the bill for $7,300 in parking tickets.
Couple Adopts Four Siblings Via Zoom: 'We're a Family'
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A Texas technology-savvy couple adopted four siblings on Tuesday over the Zoom video chat platform, partaking in the ceremony from their living room.
Teacher Saves Janitor's Life by Donating Kidney
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A Minnesota third-grade teacher saved a school janitor's life by donating one of her kidneys after she read a Facebook post pleading for someone to "help save a life.
VIDEO: Two Women Get into Scuffle at Walmart over PS5
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Two women got into a scuffle over a PS5 game console at a North Carolina Walmart this week, leaving both brawlers bruised and empty-handed.
Indiana Cops Give Hundreds of Boxes of Food, Toys to Needy Families
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Officers with the South Bend, Indiana, Police Department are doing their best to spread Christmas cheer this year by giving out hundreds of boxes of food and toys to needy families.
Community, Sheriff Support Thin Blue Line Flag After California City Council Calls It Racist
By Katherine Rodriguez |
Community members in California are upset after their local city council called the "thin blue line" flag a racist symbol.
Texas Man Accused of Killing Wife, Two Children, Dog
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A Texas man is accused of killing his wife, his two children, and the family dog after he was found in bed with the bodies of his wife and children.
More Snow Falls in NYC in One Day Than All of 2019
By Katherine Rodriguez |
A significant winter snowstorm blanketed the New York City region, leaving more snow across the region in one day than in all of 2019, weather experts said Thursday.