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Majority of Americans Plan Quiet New Year’s Eve at Home

A Rasmussen Reports survey shows that most Americans will celebrate New Year’s Eve at home, with 67% planning to stay in as 2025 begins. Only 14% plan to attend a gathering at a friend’s house, 6% will go to a bar or restaurant, and 7% will celebrate elsewhere. Another 6% remain undecided.

January 9 Declared Federal Holiday For Jimmy Carter Funeral

President Joe Biden has issued an executive order closing federal government agencies on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, in honor of the late former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on December 29, 2023, at the age of 100.

American Airlines Crew, Passenger Injured During Severe Turbulence on Flight to Phoenix

An Alaska Airlines flight experienced significant turbulence while approaching Phoenix during the bustling holiday travel season, resulting in injuries to several crew members and one passenger, according to an airline spokesperson.

Sen. Joe Manchin Slams Biden for Commuting Death Sentences of Samantha Burns’ Murderers

Outgoing West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin expressed strong disapproval on Thursday over President Joe Biden's decision to commute the death sentences of two men convicted in the brutal 2002 murder of Samantha Burns, a 19-year-old student at Marshall University. The two men, Brandon Basham and Chadrick Fulks, had been sentenced to death for their roles in Burns' killing. On Monday, as part of a larger commutation effort, Biden reclassified their sentences from execution to life in prison without the possibility of parole, along with 35 other inmates on federal death row.

Hanukkah – American Minute with Bill Federer

The origin of lights at this season can be traced back to the Jewish Festival of Lights, or Feast of the Dedication, in Hebrew called "Hanukkah." Solomon's week-long dedication of the First Temple began on the 1st day of...

‘Christmas Lawyer’ Goes to Supreme Court Over Christmas Display Feud

Attorney Jeremy Morris has appealed to the Supreme Court to review his feud with the HOA regarding a Christmas display.

LA Transit System to Offer Free Rides On Christmas Eve, New Year’s Day

The Los Angeles Metro will provide free rides on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve to help passengers travel safely during the holiday season.

President Biden Signs Congress’ Bill to Avoid Shutdown

The Senate passed legislation early Saturday morning to avert a government shutdown and ensure federal operations continue through the holiday season.

Coast Guardsman Welcomed Home With Large Reception Days Before Christmas

A heartwarming military homecoming in Warminster took an unexpected turn as a young man, hoping to surprise his family for Christmas, was met with a surprise of his own.

North Carolina Gas Prices Remain Below National Average as Holiday Travel Ramps Up

As North Carolinians prepare for the Christmas holiday, the price of unleaded gasoline is a few dimes lower than the national average, offering some relief to those hitting the road. On Friday morning, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in North Carolina stood at $2.83, compared to the national average of $3.05, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA).

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