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The fighting continues in Ukraine, where in some cities Russian shelling has gone on non-stop for twenty four hours. For the first time we are seeing tanks rolling in to Kherson, the first city seized by the Russians. Meantime, thousands of Ukrainians are seeking shelter underground in metro stations - where conditions are grim and food running low. Steven Fabian now with the latest. And the conflict in Ukraine is on everyone's mind. However, this guy may have taken it too far...he was pulled over in Palm Coast, FL for allegedly speeding and running a stop sign and he actually used Putin's invasion as his defense. Plus, it was a controversial moment from President Biden's first State of the Union address - when he was heckled by Representative Lauren Boebert from Colorado. Although many say she crossed the line - she's making no apologies. And Sign this sanitation worker up for the NBA! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The noose is tightening on the cronies of Vladimir Putin. As President Biden said last night, the U.S. is coming after their assets, including yachts and properties, estimated to be in the billions. As Megan Alexander reports, the Justice Department is actively deciding which oligarchs should be singled out for sanctions. And while there has been much speculation about Putin's mental state…there are also questions about his physical health. In recent photos, his face has appeared puffy and bloated which is prompting some to ask if he might be on steroids. Plus, it was a day to remember for the wife of a police officer who got a chance to see what a day at work is like for her husband. And she ended up helping saving a toddler's life! And it's been one year since Lady Gaga's dog walker was nearly killed by some dog nappers. He's still carrying the trauma of the experience, and as Jim Moret reports, he's completely changed the way he lives to deal with it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ukrainian born dancing with the stars Maksim Chmerkovskiy has been in Ukraine...but thanks to his American citizenship, he was able to leave, with nothing more than a backpack. And it was a big scare at a rodeo as a bull rider is thrown and knocked unconscious...luckily, the cowboy's dad was right there and jumped into action. Now as Ann Mercogliano reports, he's being called father of the year. Plus, you may have seen Michael Keaton accepting a SAG Award for his performance in the Hulu mini-series Dopesick. He made it crystal clear how close to home the film’s subject was for him. Turns out, Keaton's own nephew died after battling drug addiction. Now we're learning more about his family loss. And a woman who thought she was in one of the most secure homes in America is dead. Cops say she was killed by a man obsessed over the prospect of nuclear war. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Draconian sanctions were slapped on Russia today...access to financial transactions has been shut down for Russian entities including Vladimir Putin and his cronies, the ruble dropped to a fraction of a penny, and Russia is now banned from international soccer competition. And the defense minister says several thousand foreigners have applied to fight for Ukraine. Around the world there have been massive demonstrations of support for Ukraine. Les Trent has more. And Ukraine has been popular with couples looking for a surrogate to have a baby. The cost is less than half that of the States. This couple's baby was born less than a week ago...and they've had a very stressful time trying to get from Kyiv back to the U.S. They talked with Ann Mercogliano. Plus, at last night's SAG Awards Reese Witherspoon told the crowd she was happy to see them. Two years after the pandemic shut things down, it was time for Hollywood to dress up again. And the documentary Lucy and Desi tells the love story of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz - thanks to audio tapes recorded and locked in a vault for 50 years. They are eye opening - even to Lucy's own daughter. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The whole world is wondering what's going on inside Putin's mind. He's said to be isolated in a bubble with serious delusions about his power. He's even being compared to one of the most evil men in history - Adolph Hitler. Jim Moret has more. And she's making history! Inside Edition takes a look at the scene today in Washington as President Biden announced his pick for the Supreme Court. After a month long search he has chosen Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson - the first Black woman selected to sit on the nation's highest court. Plus, if you're dreaming of spring already - forget it! Nasty winter weather is hitting 30 states with an estimated 70 million people dealing with freezing rain and dangerous driving conditions. Here's what you need to know before getting behind the wheel. And when one woman bought a house that needed lots of work…she had no idea what was behind one of the bedroom walls. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The world woke up to headlines of war in the Ukraine - which is being called one of the darkest hours for Europe since the end of World War II. But unlike past wars, every moment of this conflict is being caught on tape - even the moment Russian soldiers were just 20 miles away from the Ukrainian capital. And the conflict is hitting home for some well-known personalities born in Ukraine including former Dancing with the Stars pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy. Instead of fleeing the embattled capitol of Kiev, he headed there to make sure his family was safe. Les Trent has the details. Plus, it's an upsetting video of a 13-year-old girl in tears as she's being put in handcuffs. She was accused of posting threats against her school on social media. One big problem - it wasn't her real Instagram account! Now the teen and her mom are speaking out to Inside Edition. And a recent study found that 81% of women say they have experienced some form of sexual harassment during their lifetime...but this woman is saying enough is enough. She says she was groped in a Vegas casino and decided to fight back. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today a state of emergency was declared in Ukraine with President Biden saying an all-out war is imminent within the next 48 hours. A law has also been passed that allows all citizens of Ukraine to carry firearms in case they have to fight. And it was a dream wedding day until a 911 call came in that a guest was physically assaulting other guests. When cops arrived they say they tried to “calm the situation” but the man attacked two officers. They also say that after deployment of a taser did not change the man’s behavior, one of the officers shot the man who turned out to be the bride's uncle. Now, the heartbroken bride and groom and other family members are speaking out to our Steven Fabian. The police chief calls what happened a tragic event and says the investigation is ongoing. Plus, just weeks after a 79-year-old grandmother lost her life on a drawbridge, comes this...just miles away, a motorist is put in serious danger when another bridge opened while he was driving across. And you may have heard about the giant bear called “Hank the Tank” that's been a real nuisance in Lake Tahoe. Well, now the 911 calls have been released from a resident who had close encounters with Hank. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chances are there is someone on planet Earth who shares the same name as you. But what are the chances that you would be held in jail without bail because that other person was allegedly in trouble with the law? Jim Moret with the terrifying story of a woman who was finally freed after spending weeks in jail after authorities confused her with someone else. And The Walking Dead is known for its graphic depiction of a zombie apocalypse. And one of the most memorable characters was an armless zombie. Sadly the 31-year-old actor who played the role was found dead with a gunshot wound. His family thought suicide just didn’t seem right and authorities now say there's some evidence to support that. Plus, as a former KGB agent Vladimir Putin is an expert at keeping secrets - and that extends to his private life. With the world now watching his every move regarding Ukraine - we're taking a look at the women in his life. Steven Fabian reports. And if two is your lucky number…than today is your lucky day! And on February 22nd, 2022 a lot of couples have decided that today's the day to get married - even though Tuesday isn't usually a popular day for weddings. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is concern for the Queen of England as the world's longest reigning monarch tests positive for Covid and is described as being thinner and more frail. And given that she'll be turning 96 in April, there are worries. And a good Samaritan is being called a real-life Spiderman for scaling a home that was on fire, smashing open a window...and then emerging with the most precious save of all. Plus, it’s estimated more than half a million people are homeless in this country - and it’s a big problem on the New York City subway. Which is why, some say, a new crack down is coming just in the nick of time. And it was an all-star night at the NBA All-Star Game with a who’s who in the stands…and some unbelievable shooting on the court. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s shocking video of a woman being detained after an incident in a cruise ship hot tub...she later jumped overboard from the balcony of her room. The Coast Guard has called off the search and passengers are stunned. And a two-year-old little girl ended up locked inside a dark daycare center. Her mother came to pick her up and found her all alone. So what happened? Plus, a woman regularly walked across a drawbridge in West Palm Beach, Florida. Then disaster struck when it opened while she was crossing. She tried to hold on as she dangled from the open bridge - but couldn't. Now her family is speaking with Inside Edition about their unthinkable loss. And the Minnesota cop who mistook her taser for a gun killing Duante Wright was sentenced to two years in prison today...and there was a lot of raw emotion in the courtroom. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tensions remain high in Ukraine as the secretary general of NATO says Russia has the ability to invade at any time with no notice. President Biden told reporters it’s his sense Russia will invade in the next couple days. Against this backdrop, there are still some Americans in Ukraine. Les Trent spoke with two young men facing the difficult decision to stay or return home. And it’s a just discovered video of the late Bob Saget and his wife doing a podcast and joking around. At one moment Saget wisecracks that he doesn't have long to live and would be found dead in bed. It may have been a joke…but it's also haunting considering what was to come. Plus, months after disappearing from public, video has been posted of talk show host Wendy Williams on a beach saying she's doing ok and will be back. Even though it’s just been released, there are questions about how new it might be. And how could one strand of hair result in losing a toe? For tiny babies, it could happen. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aggressive driving is a leading cause of car accidents in America. As much as 56% according to one government tally. A pregnant librarian is now dead after a road rage incident that apparently started when police say she intentionally bumped a motorcycle on the road. More drama behind the scenes at CNN. A nearly six month internal investigation at the news network has revealed former host Chris Cuomo was accused by a young woman of sexually assaulting her when he worked at ABC News. Plus, she was one of the biggest super models of all time - but Linda Evangelista says she was disfigured by a cosmetic procedure. Now she's speaking out saying she's done hiding. And there's an avocado shortage - but there are substitutes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s been almost four months since that deadly accident on the set of the Alec Baldwin movie Rust. Now the family of the cinematographer who was killed has filed a wrongful death suit against Baldwin among others. And to support their case, today they presented computer animation of what they say happened. And he was just going to the super market when his car was swarmed by ATVs and motorcycles. His windows were smashed and he ended up beaten. Now for the first time, he's talking about the incident that lead to outrage that something like this could happen to a grandfather in his 80s. Plus, eight years ago, a young couple went to the movies and the husband ended up dead after a dispute about texting broke out in the theater. Now, after all these years, the man accused in the case is going on trial. And she's the greatest gymnast of all time...now Simone Biles is engaged! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a Super Bowl game that almost came down to the wire, and a halftime show that was unlike any other as legends of hip hop took centerstage. And police in New York are investigating the murder of a woman found slain in her apartment. Authorities say she was followed home late at night by a stranger who was arrested inside her apartment. Ann Mercogliano has some important reminders of what you need to know to stay safe. Plus, it was a terrifying moment for a teenaged boy as a police officer coaxed him to jump from his burning home…promising he would catch him. And people are feeling the love this Valentine's Day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The other shoe has dropped when it comes to the purloined sirloin we’ve told you about. Meat counters at grocery stores in some places are now under lock and key in hopes of deterring the steak theft. And it was a tense scene in Phoenix today after a standoff with police ended with five officers shot, others wounded and the suspect dead. Authorities say a baby was used to lure cops into danger. Plus, the news that Bob Saget died from blunt head trauma has raised more questions than answers. And one woman has unique insight - she hit her head when she fell on stage while doing a comedy routine and ended up in the hospital. She spoke with Steven Fabian. And today's the day thousands of New York City workers lose their jobs. The city made it quite clear, get your Covid vaccine or lose your position. Today's the deadline. And as Amber Cogliano reports, those soon to be ex-employees are not very happy about it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He hit his head. That's what led to the death of sitcom star Bob Saget. The postmortem findings just released by Saget's family indicate he most likely fell...thought nothing of it and died of a brain bleed in his sleep. Steven Fabian on the warnings signs of this unexpected cause of death. And it’s a Covid scare for Buckingham Palace as Prince Charles reveals he has tested positive for the second time. And what’s causing concern around the world is the fact that he had recently been with his mother, the queen. Plus, it's not just flight attendants being attacked by unruly passengers...airline gate agents are also getting assaulted. One agent thought a passenger was intoxicated so she blocked him from boarding. That's when, she tells our Les Trent, the guy came right at her. It's been almost two years since Drew Carey's former fiancée was brutally murdered in her home. Another man she once dated has been charged with the crime and has pleaded not guilty. Even though they were no longer together, the host of The Price is Right says he still thinks of her every single day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They call it the case of the purloined sirloin around the country, grocery stores are seeing their meat counters decimated by thieves and here's the reason why. Some thieves are selling it on the black market to other shopkeepers…who just might be selling those stolen steaks to you. Steven Fabian explains how it works. And, the calendar says football…but the weather forecast is screaming “beach.” Temperatures in Los Angeles are expected to be about 20 degrees above normal. So much so that officials are issuing a heat advisory for Super Bowl weekend. Plus, a single mother of five recently returned to work…but her toddler's daycare was still closed because of Covid. So she asked her 14-year-old daughter to babysit. However, when the toddler wandered off for a few minutes, the mom ended up arrested and in cuffs. And it's the premise of Don't Look Up which was just nominated for a Best Picture Oscar. An asteroid is on a collision course for Earth and officials won’t listen to the experts. Well, in real-life, there actually is a rocket on its way to deliberately collide with an asteroid. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You may have seen that heart stopping video of a school crossing guard who, with no regard for her own safety, saved a child just seconds away from being hit by a car. Now Ann Mercogliano speaks with the hero guard - and the very thankful little girl. And the Canadian trucker rebellion is now having an impact on this side of the border. The drivers protesting Covid mandates, blocked the bridge to the U.S. and that's creating real havoc for both countries. Plus, Oscar nominations were just announced...with Netflix's The Power of the Dog in the lead with 12...followed by the remake of the sci-fi classic Dune with 10. But the question remains who will be the host? And say it isn't so, but there's a shortage of the number one snack for the Super Bowl - chicken wings! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a horrifying kidnapping that thankfully ended safely…and that's due in large part to the victim managing to do everything right. A housekeeper at the Colorado ranch owned by former New York City mayor Mike Bloomberg was kidnapped at gunpoint and forced to drive hundreds of miles to a motel in another state. Steven Fabian on how the victim was rescued unharmed. And Spotify says it will not silence Joe Rogan. However, they say he has taken down dozens of episodes of his podcast. The move came after a mashup of Rogan using an offensive racial slur went viral. Prompting Spotify to face some pointed questions about its $100 million man. Plus, the Winter Olympics in Beijing have not skimped on drama…and not all of it has been in competition. Athletes that test positive for Covid say they are being taken away to isolation hotels where they stay in cramped quarters with no room to exercise and inedible food. And 20 years ago she had an awful prom experience - now she's getting a redo...complete with a promposal! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grounded flights, freeway pileups and massive power outages. It's all part of the fallout from the latest winter storm to sweep across the country. In the case of Winter Storm Landon - ice seems to be the biggest danger. Les Trent with what you need to know to prevent a slip and fall. And speaking of the cold, the Winter Olympics is officially on with opening ceremonies taking place earlier today in Beijing. However, Covid and politics are making this Olympics decidedly less fun filled than in previous years. As Ann Mercogliano reports a moment when Russian leader Vladimir Putin appeared to get some shut-eye is getting attention around the world - or was it a deliberate insult? Plus, a heart stopping rescue of a family member trapped inside a burning car. It's just that this family member has four legs. And it was a sea of blue honoring a fallen comrade. But actress Susan Sarandon tweeted a wisecrack about it. Now she's apologizing for what she said on social media. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s the lineup for the upcoming season of The Masked Singer...and under one of those crazy costumes is none other than Rudy Giuliani. Producers booked him despite the fact he faces multiple lawsuits for allegedly spreading disinformation about the 2020 presidential election. And Sarah Palin claims the New York Times defamed her in an editorial that said her political rhetoric incited the mass shooting that wounded former Arizona Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. The paper corrected the error within hours of publication - and - also tweeted an apology to its readers. Plus, with Covid cases still averaging about 16,000 a day in California, officials are understandably nervous about the Super Bowl becoming a super spreader event. And based on mask wearing at playoff games, getting people to wear them might be a challenge. And the groundhog predicted six more weeks of winter yesterday, and Mother Nature is definitely making good on that. At least 30 states are in the path of a massive winter storm that promised to deliver snow, sleet, rain and strong winds from Texas to New York. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Less than 24 hours after Whoopi Goldberg apologized for her comments about the Holocaust - she is off the air, suspended for two weeks to "reflect" on the impact of her words, as her bosses at ABC put it…and her co-hosts on The View were said to be furious about that. And Simon Cowell had another bike accident. He just broke his arm when he crashed on his e-bike. This comes not long after he broke his back while pedaling around town. Plus, Michael Jackson's children made a rare public appearance last night attending opening night of the new musical about their father. The show was produced with the approval of the Jackson estate, but as Steven Fabian reports, its being criticized for not telling the whole story. And the passenger list grew during an 11 hour flight after a passenger gave birth in the middle of the flight. Fortunately there was a doctor on board. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Whoopi Goldberg started The View today on a serious note - continuing to apologize in the wake of her controversial comments about race and the Holocaust. Ann Mercogliano reports. And some kids are being celebrated as heroes after they rescued their neighbors dogs when their house caught on fire. While they're happy the dogs are safe…looking back they know how dangerous their heroic act was. Plus, chances are a couple weeks ago, you were online putting in your request for those free Covid tests and masks the government was promising. So, did you get them yet? And it was an epic food fight inside an all you can eat restaurant. And as best as anyone can tell, it seemed to have started over who got their steak first. Steven Fabian on what happened next. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A tragic end for a woman many would have thought had it all. Cheslie Kryst, who was a successful attorney even before she won Miss USA has died by suicide. She was beautiful, accomplished and leaves behind devastated family and friends. And her death is a gripping warning…mental health challenges in this country are both very real and widespread. And the week begins with much of the East Coast engaged in the big dig…after a weekend snowstorm dumped as much as two feet of snow in some places. But for one couple they weren't going to let a blizzard stop them from saying “I do.” Plus, it was a crazy situation during rush hour in Miami, when police say, during a road rage incident a driver pulled a handgun and started shooting at least 11 times. The driver says he acted in self-defense. And she's a Grammy winner, has a fashion and makeup line that's made her a billionaire and now Rihanna's going to be a mom. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was an astonishing turnout for the funeral of a New York City cop killed while responding to a domestic dispute call…and amid the grief, there was a message: do not go easy on people who commit crimes. And it’s one of the most common side effects of Covid - the loss of taste and smell. And that almost lead to disaster for one family. After they say their smoke alarms didn't go off during a house fire…they couldn't smell the fire. Fortunately their toddler did! Plus, healthcare workers are still dealing with very sick patients in the ICU…and maybe why this moment meant so much. And she's a young actress who's really good at bad acting! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another person whose life literally depends on being vaccinated is saying he'd rather die than get the shot. He needs a kidney transplant and he's telling Les Trent he won't get the vaccine that would make the surgery possible. And Stormy Daniels, the adult film star who had an affair with then future President Donald Trump is back in the news...she’s testifying against her former attorney who’s accused of stealing from her, which he denies. Steven Fabian is at the courthouse. Plus, if you’re looking for a home in Beverly Hills, this guy may be your realtor. He's Arnold Schwarzenegger's son Joseph. And in this Inside Edition exclusive he tells us how he's following in his dad's footsteps in more ways than one. And when a woman ordered in Arby's the delivery guy showed up in uniform - but not the kind she was expecting. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a real mess on the highway after that truck carrying monkeys bound for a research lab crashed. Now it's a real mess for one woman who tried to help…she's now got an eye infection and is taking rabies shots as a precaution. We spoke with her about what happened. And big news out of Washington today – Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer is said to be retiring after serving more than two decades on the nation's high court. His retirement gives President Biden his first opportunity to name a new justice. Plus, it was a beautiful TikTok video of snow covered mountains…so amazing that a woman travelled far out of her way to see them. She thought the pastoral scene was shot in Gastonia, North Carolina... But she was way off. Les Trent explains. And when you fall in love, you give your heart to that person. Well, this young woman was in love and she gave her boyfriend her kidney! And then she says he dumped her! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's not the first president to show his annoyance at reporters - but President Biden has personally called the reporter he swore at yesterday...to say it was nothing personal. And it sounds like the president and the reporter had a cordial conversation about the comment heard around the world. And around the country there are lots of things you can't do if you haven't gotten your Covid shots. You can’t eat in restaurants, you can't work at certain jobs - and in the case of one man desperate for a heart transplant, Steven Fabian says the word is no vaccine, no heart. Plus, it was a freak accident that nearly cost a 70-year-old lady her life. Cops say she forgot to put her car in park and it rolled over her. And she very likely could have been a goner if it weren’t for a good Samaritan and some officers who literally lifted the car to free her. And speaking of music superstars, Janet Jackson is known for being tightlipped about all the ups and downs in her personal life...now she’s opening up like never before. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Singer Adele continues to face backlash for canceling her Las Vegas shows the day she was scheduled to go onstage...but Adele is trying to smooth things over by personally calling some of the heartbroken fans. And the White House plan to distribute an N95 mask to every American begins today. But how do you get one of the 400 million masks being shipped out? Ann Mercogliano went to a distribution center to find out. Plus, we've told you about brazen robberies in jewelry, clothing stores and pharmacies - now its beauty supplies being targeted. And, whether you're a big football fan or not, chances are you took in at least part of a game this weekend. Millions of Americans tuned in for some nail-biting matchups in what's being called perhaps the greatest playoff weekend in NFL history. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It seems like we've heard a lot of death notices about really big celebrities, that’s because you have. And if maybe it's made you feel sad, you're not alone. And Covid has claimed Adele's big Vegas show. The singer says the show has been postponed because she says half her crew came down with Covid related issues. However, the news comes too late for many fans who've already headed to Las Vegas. Plus, moments before Brianna Kupfer was murdered in that upscale furniture store, she texted a pal saying the man who'd just come in gave her a bad vibe. She was working alone…and her murder has heightened the concern for many people whose job requires them to be alone. What can you do to stay safe? And yesterday we told you about that reporter who was accidentally hit by a car but then just bounced back and kept going. Well, today she's in a safer spot telling Inside Edition about that crazy moment on live TV. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The man suspected of killing a 24-year-old working in an LA furniture store is behind bars today on $2 million bail. Shawn Laval Smith who has a lengthy rap sheet - was spotted at a bus stop by a citizen who recognized him from news reports and called 911. Jim Moret explains how that moment helped crack the case. And it was a scary situation for a TV reporter...she was just beginning her live report when she was accidentally hit by an SUV - and incredibly, she just kept on reporting! Plus, talk about dedication to the job. An Amazon delivery guy was confronted by a huge bear between him and the front porch. Well, he wasn't about to let a giant bear slow him down. And he's a small town boy with a really tiny apartment in a very big city. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The government just unveiled its new program to get four free Covid tests to every household in America. However, if you went online to try to register, you may have had a little trouble, especially if you live in an apartment. And arachnophobia means fear of spiders. And thanks to a TikTok video, a lot more people might now have it! Plus, French bulldogs are impossibly cute - and really expensive. They can sell for as much as $5,000 which has made them a favorite target of thieves. One woman's dog was taken in California - and the mystery is how did it end up on the other side of the country! And one lady made sure she got her money's worth at an all-you-can-eat sushi place, but ended up paying a price…she landed in the hospital emergency room! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The family of the grad student who was murdered while working at a furniture store is speaking out as they prepare for the heartbreaking task of burying their daughter. Jim Moret spoke with the father of the promising young woman whose life was cut short. And Fox News host Laura Ingraham is causing some controversy for appearing to applaud the news that the head of the Joint Chiefs has tested positive for Covid-19. Plus, everyone knows Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has been super successful. But did he really spend more than 30 million dollars for a dinosaur fossil? And a dying man's daughter makes his final days extra special. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A woman working in a furniture store in California was stabbed to death while a woman working at a Burger King in New York was shot and killed - in both cases, authorities say the killer was homeless. Jim Moret has the details. And a lot of questions are being asked in the wake of that terrifying hostage situation at a synagogue in Texas...including how did the assailant - a British national - even gain entry into this country given his troubling criminal past. Les Trent has more on that...and the cool headed rabbi who helped avert disaster. Plus, we're learning more about the arrest of comedian Tiffany Haddish for DUI near Atlanta. Today the 911 call was released of a witness who called saying he saw someone asleep behind the wheel of an SUV. And today would have been Betty White's 100th birthday. And while she didn’t quite make it to see how she's being celebrated, we think she'd be pretty pleased. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a historic announcement - a patient with terminal heart disease given a genetically modified pig heart. However, now there's controversy. Turns out the transplant recipient has a criminal record having stabbed a man leaving him paralyzed. Now the victim's sister is speaking with Ann Mercogliano saying a more deserving patient should have been found. And Covid continues to put a wrench in traveling - right now the CDC lists almost every country in the world as high-risk. Plus, the war between Britney Spears and her sister Jamie Lynn rages on with Britney saying she was disgusted after watching her sister's TV interview. But what's causing concern is Britney saying she was sick with a 104 degree fever. And we've told you stories about women being told to cover-up before getting on a plane - well now it has happened to someone you'll probably recognize. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another 781,000 new Covid cases reported in the last 24 hours...with hospitalizations from Covid up 80%. With so many people getting the virus...staffing for all businesses has become a challenge. But in hospitals, it has gotten so bad that nurses who still have active Covid say they are being asked to care for patients. And an incredible act of kindness did not get the kind of reception this good Samaritan expected. A man who saw a homeless person shivering on the New York City sidewalk literally gave him the coat off his back. But in the classic 'no good deed goes unpunished'...he ended up being mugged! Plus, the queen has stripped Prince Andrew of all his military titles and patronages. This comes after a judge gave the go ahead for a civil suit that claims he sexually assaulted a woman when she was 17-years-old…Andrew denies th allegations. Meghan Markle may be asked to testify in the case. And actress Megan Fox just got engaged to rapper Machine Gun Kelly - and the way he asked was very traditional...the ring is anything but. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another day - another shortage. This time its cough medicine that's hard to find. With cold and flu season upon us and the Covid pandemic that is affecting so many. There's been a run on cough medicine and as Ann Mercogliano reports, if you've already got a bottle in your house, consider yourself lucky. And what seems like ever changing CDC guidance about masks is about to change again. The agency is 'considering' recommending people wear KN94 or N95 masks - which offer greater protection against the Omicron variant than standard surgical masks. But how long can you wear them before they need to be replaced? Les Trent with what you need to know. Plus, the autopsy for Bob Saget has been completed but it could take weeks for results to be made public. Until then what caused his death remains a mystery. But there are concerns shared by some. And yesterday we spoke with the daughter of the BTK killer who said her father has been having his admirers cyber stalk her...today we have a rare look inside the mind of a notorious serial killer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Door Dash driver out on a delivery in Detroit got quite a surprise when he spotted a toddler wandering around in the cold wearing only a diaper. And if you've been out shopping you may have had troubling finding some of the things you usually buy. Blame supply chain issues, but also staffing problems from Covid and also the fact that more people are staying home to eat. Plus, it was a showdown in Washington today as Dr. Anthony Fauci faced off with Senator Rand Paul at a Covid response hearing. During one heated moment, Dr. Fauci actually accused the senator of inspiring threats on his life. And he's known as the notorious BTK killer responsible for 10 brutal murders...but growing up this woman knew him as dad. Now she calls her father a monster. In fact she tells Ann Mercogliano she still lives in fear because she says her father is stalking and tormenting her from behind bars. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He was the television dad for a generation of kids - now they and many others mourn the passing of Bob Saget. The actor and comedian was found dead in his hotel room in Florida...just hours after he performed a standup routine. While the cause of death is still unknown, as Jim Moret reports, Saget died after doing what he loved. And fire officials are investigating one of the deadliest fires in New York City in almost 40 years as 17 people were killed - eight of them children. Turns out, the cause was a space heater. It’s a grim reminder to be as prepared as you can for a fire. We have some important information that could help you get out alive. Plus, it's never a good idea to ski into the snow making equipment...but when that happened at one ski area, it resulted in a geyser of ice water erupting that actually knocked some skiers off a chairlift. And nothing was going to stop this teacher from reading her kids their weekly story! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A little boy is being hailed a hero after discovering his house was on fire and alerting his family to run to safety. As Megan Alexander reports…he was watching TV with his siblings when he jumped into action. And it was an emotional day in a Georgia courtroom today as members of Ahmaud Arbery's family addressed the judge before he pronounced the punishment for the three men convicted of killing the Black man who was jogging. Plus, she was a huge star, but Betty White never wanted people to make a fuss over her - and that includes now that she died. Jim Moret spoke with her long time agent about her final days. And some people just love a good prank. But this one is really embarrassing! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One year ago, the nation watched in horror as rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol, threatening the lives of the vice president and top leadership in Congress. Today, President Biden declared the threat to American democracy has not ended, saying the date - January 6th - has joined December 7th and 9/11 as dates of infamy in American history. And Covid has taken a toll on Broadway. However, over at Wicked, they really believe the show must go on…which resulted in a triumphant return for someone who thought her performing days were over. Plus, you're supposed to call 911 only in an emergency...and for one six-year-old little girl, a lost Barbie doll is a crisis. And Melania Trump is auctioning off a fashion item from her White House days. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you are cautious about catching Covid this is not the flight you want to be on. An investigation is underway into a chartered flight full of social media influencers and reality stars - partying without masks. It was so bad the flight attendant was afraid to even go into the cabin. And how does a 5-year-old little girl go missing...and no one knows about it? That’s what authorities want to know after learning a child named Harmony was last seen two years ago! Now her father is under arrest. Plus, it's not quite "Timmy's in the well" from Lassie - but it's pretty darned close. Megan Alexander with the story of a truly remarkable dog. And a former TV reporter who's now a busy mom is going viral for blending her past and present lives together. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's an ugly rumor in the wake of the passing of Betty White…and it’s completely false. Betty White died at the age of 99 of natural causes. Not as some troublemakers are falsely saying from a Covid booster. And Elizabeth Holmes has been found guilty. The founder of Theranos has been convicted on four counts of lying to investors about a blood test technology she knew didn’t work. The trial was delayed in July when Holmes gave birth to her first baby. Now, some are asking: Did being a new mom impact the case? Plus, there are a lot of fathers and sons who work together…but this particular combination is rather unique. And even in these divided times, most people can agree that Betty White was a national treasure. Her secret to staying young was quite simple, she once said “just focus on the positive.” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Once again, getting into better shape was the number one New Year’s resolution. However, for women heading to the gym, working out often comes with unwanted comments from some creepy guy. Well, one woman fought back, and as Ann Mercogliano reports, she became a social media hero. And a family keeps an airhorn by their back door...and for good reason. When a coyote attacked their Chihuahua named Chico...that airhorn may have saved the dog’s life. Plus, a guy was in such a rush to scare away some would-be thieves - he forgot to put pants on! And this is a rarity among sperm donors. Jim Moret on a man who not only met the children created through his donation…he's now becoming close to the grandchildren! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a tough 12 months, it’s the news no one wanted to hear. Beloved actress and comedian Betty White has died just weeks before her 100th birthday. Here's what we've learned about her final days. And a super spreader New Year's? People started lining up early in Times Square today to take part in the traditional ball drop, which is going ahead even as the battle against COVID rages on. As people try their best to ring in the new year safely, health experts worry we could see a big COVID surge in the coming weeks. Plus, the shocking tiger attack that left a man without an arm. Now, tiger queen Carole Baskin is speaking out about what happened saying a wild cat like this will kill you in a split second with one wrong move. And what’s in a name? If you're a best-selling author and people are mistaking you for an out-of-control airplane Karen - a lot! Novelist Patricia Cornwell says despite having the same-sounding name, she is not the woman who recently slapped a man on a flight. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, thousands of additional flights were canceled and delayed through New Year’s, leaving travelers worried if they will ever get home. And if you’ve been tested for COVID you know what it is like to have a cotton swab put in your nose… but what you may not know is there’s also an option of having a mouth swab. Is it more effective? Plus Jeffrey Epstein’s ex-girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell was found guilty of sex trafficking. The big question now is- will she name names to get a lighter sentence? Her little black book of contacts is said to include some of the world’s biggest movers and shakers. And, a basketball player tries to pass a ball to a teammate but accidently hits a spectator right in the face. She ended up with a fractured cheek bone and other injuries. She’s not happy with the player’s reaction. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A schoolteacher takes a rapid test and finds out she’s tested positive for COVID in the middle of a flight, so what did she do? She headed to the tiny plane bathroom to isolate—for hours! And extra precautions are being taken for the Times Square Ball Drop — a limited crowd and proof of vaccination to take part. Plus, actress Jada Pinkett Smith has been battling hair loss for years. She is going public with a shaved head, saying she is embracing her battle with Alopecia, so the millions of other women with the condition don’t have to be ashamed. And, it was the Home Alone scream that made Macaulay Culkin the highest paid child actor in Hollywood. Now as a new Home Alone hits screens, we check on where the young stars of the original are today. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A woman was arrested by the FBI after she punched a fellow passenger on a plane. Today, more has been uncovered about her past and it turns out she used to be a Raiderette cheerleader. Ann Mercogliano spoke exclusively with the man she's accused of attacking. And a man is mourning his pet kangaroo that was killed after his neighbor strangled the animal claiming it lunged for his wife. We spoke with the heartbroken owner of the kangaroo who says he feels like he has lost a member of his family. Plus, we're just days away from the new year and no one is happier to see 2021 come to an end than the celebrities who found themselves embroiled in problems and scandals throughout the year. And, a husband who always had regrets about the way he popped the question surprises his wife with a proposal redo — 25 years after she first said "yes." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After thousands of flights were canceled over the holiday weekend, today the chaos continues. More than 800 hundred flights were grounded due to weather and staffing troubles caused by COVID. And that's leaving many Americans trapped and unable to make their way home. And if cruise lines thought their pandemic troubles had sailed — forget about it. With the Omicron variant spreading and numbers on the rise, several cruise ships have been turned away from docks just like the early days of the pandemic. One passenger we spoke with told us she felt like she was trapped inside a petri dish. Plus, the phrase "Let's go, Brandon" has become a way to insult the president - but when does it cross the line? A dad is under fire for saying it directly to President Biden on Christmas Eve and now he has some explaining to do. And, you may have heard about the horrible Christmas tree fire that left a dad and two of his sons dead. With millions of Americans leaving their trees up till at least after New Year’s, it’s a reminder to always be aware of the danger. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christmas is just a couple days away, and if you’re planning to return any gifts this year, you might be surprised at what you can and can’t do. And a boat crew was taking in the majestic sight of a dolphin pod when they saw something shocking - a naked woman miles from shore. But how did she end up there? Plus, after struggling with infertility, a woman's doctor suggested a surrogate...but she didn't have to look very far. Her mom volunteered to give her the greatest gift of all. Ann Mercogliano has their story. And a family vacation in Cancun turned into a nightmare when their 12-year-old boy was attacked by a giant crocodile. The boy named Charlie was horribly injured and is now talking about how he survived. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices