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Millions Cope With Bitter Cold

A massive winter weather system continues to grip much of the nation, leaving millions without power in dangerously frigid temperatures. NBC's Dan Scheneman reports.

February 16, 2021

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(NBC News) — Heavy snow and frigid temperatures continue to grip much of the nation. Weather advisories stretch from the Northeast to the Southwest. More than ten deaths have been blamed on the weather, and millions of people have been forced to endure the cold conditions without power. More than a foot of snow fell in Chicago Monday, creating almost…

Biden Hits The Road

President Joe Biden will visit Wisconsin Tuesday for a town hall focused on the COVID-19 response, his first trip outside of Washington since taking office. NBC's Tracie Potts reports.

February 16, 2021

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(NBC News) — President Biden heads to Milwaukee Tuesday, his first trip out of Washington as since taking office. He’ll answer questions at a town hall, with a heavy focus on the COVID-19 pandemic. With new cases declining and death rates improving, there are still serious challenges. New variants of the virus have popped up in 41 states, and governors,…

Body Snatchers Busted After Stealing Funeral Van

A Missouri couple has been arrested after stealing a funeral home van...and the body inside. KSDK's Justina Coronel reports.

February 15, 2021

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(KSDK/NBC News) — A Missouri couple have been arrested after stealing a funeral home van…along with a body that was inside. Brian Schaake, 38, was charged Saturday with stealing a motor vehicle. Christina Kalb was charged with second-degree misdemeanor tampering with another vehicle. According to charging documents, the theft happened Thursday in Spanish Lake when a William Harris Funeral Home…

Searching For A Killer: Delphi Murders Mark Fourth Anniversary

Four years after Libby German and Abby Williams were murdered in the woods near Delphi, Indiana the search for their killer continues. WTHR's Emily Longnecker reports.

February 15, 2021

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(NBC News) — Four years ago on Valentine’s Day, the bodies of Libby German and Abby Williams were found in the woods in Delphi, Indiana. For the families of both girls, the memories of that day remain in their minds. “You deal with it as it comes to you, the pain and all of that is still there,” said Libby’s…

“I Was Going To Be A Mashed Potato!” – 7-Year-Old Rescued From Garbage Truck

Eagle-eyed sanitation worker rescues young boy dumped into the back of a garbage truck while hiding in his grandmother's trash can. WFLA's Melissa Marino reports.

February 15, 2021

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(NBC News) — A Florida sanitation worker is being called a hero after jumping into action to save a little boy from being crushed. On Tuesday 7-year-old Elias Quezada climbed into a garbage can outside his Hillsborough County home. Quezada was hiding when the Waste Connections truck scooped up the trash can and dumped it inside the garbage truck. “In…

12-Year-Old Shoots Home Invader

Police say boy opened fire on two intruders, killing one, after they forced their way into a North Carolina apartment, demanded money and shot his grandmother. WRAL's Kirsten Gutierrez reports.

February 15, 2021

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GOLDSBORO, N.C. (WRAL/NBC News) — One person is dead and another wounded after a violent home invasion ended in gunfire in Goldsboro, North Carolina early Saturday morning. Investigators say a 12-year-old boy shot and killed one of two men who had entered the apartment of 73-year-old Linda Ellis, the boy’s grandmother. Officials said the two masked men forced their way…

Chilling 911 Call Triggers Search For Migrants Trapped In Tanker

One person has been arrested in connection with an alleged human smuggling attempt as authorities continue their search for dozens of migrants believed to have been trapped in a tanker truck. WOAI's Yami Virgin reports.

February 15, 2021

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(WOAI/NBC News) — One person has been arrested in connection with an alleged human smuggling attempt at the center of a chilling 911 call. Nearly 80 immigrants were reportedly trapped inside a tanker truck and running out of oxygen near San Antonio, Texas last week when one called 911. The caller said they could not see anything inside and they…

Sneak Peek: “Kenan” Arrives On NBC

"Saturday Night Live" mainstay Kenan Thompson is now pulling double-duty. His new show "Kenan" debuts Tuesday. NBC's Mark Barger has a sneak peek.

February 15, 2021

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(NBC) — “Saturday Night Live” mainstay Kenan Thompson is doing double duty these days, holding down his weekend job in Studio 8H, while debuting his new comedy, “Kenan” Tuesday night. After 18 seasons on “SNL” it’s no surprise Kenan might have his own show one day, but what is surprising is his co-star: Don Johnson. Johnson, who helped make “Miami…

Frigid Temperatures, Snow And Ice Grip Nation

Bone-chilling temperatures and brutal winter weather are taking their toll from coast to coast. NBC's Dan Scheneman reports.

February 15, 2021

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(NBC News) — Bone-chilling temperatures are gripping the nation, from the East Coast to to the West. A state of emergency has been declared in Oklahoma, where icy road conditions were blamed for a massive crash Sunday. The deep freeze is also being felt in Texas, where heavy snow fell in Lubbock and Midland. In the Northeast, the shore of…

COVID Relief Takes Center Stage

With the impeachment trial of President Trump behind them, lawmakers are turning their attention to COVID-19 relief. NBC's Tracie Potts reports.

February 15, 2021

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(NBC News) — With the impeachment trial of President Trump behind them, lawmakers in Washington are turning their focus to COVID-19 relief. A vote could come as early as next week, with or without Republican support. The Democrats’ proposal includes billions for schools, which the Centers for Disease Control says should be spent on ventilation. The agency says improving classroom…

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Millions Cope With Bitter Cold

A massive winter weather system continues to grip much of the nation, leaving millions without power in dangerously frigid temperatures. NBC's Dan Scheneman reports.

Biden Hits The Road

President Joe Biden will visit Wisconsin Tuesday for a town hall focused on the COVID-19 response, his first trip outside of Washington since taking office. NBC's Tracie Potts reports.

Body Snatchers Busted After Stealing Funeral Van

A Missouri couple has been arrested after stealing a funeral home van...and the body inside. KSDK's Justina Coronel reports.

Searching For A Killer: Delphi Murders Mark Fourth Anniversary

Four years after Libby German and Abby Williams were murdered in the woods near Delphi, Indiana the search for their killer continues. WTHR's Emily Longnecker reports.

“I Was Going To Be A Mashed Potato!” – 7-Year-Old Rescued From Garbage Truck

Eagle-eyed sanitation worker rescues young boy dumped into the back of a garbage truck while hiding in his grandmother's trash can. WFLA's Melissa Marino reports.

12-Year-Old Shoots Home Invader

Police say boy opened fire on two intruders, killing one, after they forced their way into a North Carolina apartment, demanded money and shot his grandmother. WRAL's Kirsten Gutierrez reports.

Chilling 911 Call Triggers Search For Migrants Trapped In Tanker

One person has been arrested in connection with an alleged human smuggling attempt as authorities continue their search for dozens of migrants believed to have been trapped in a tanker truck. WOAI's Yami Virgin reports.

Sneak Peek: “Kenan” Arrives On NBC

"Saturday Night Live" mainstay Kenan Thompson is now pulling double-duty. His new show "Kenan" debuts Tuesday. NBC's Mark Barger has a sneak peek.

Frigid Temperatures, Snow And Ice Grip Nation

Bone-chilling temperatures and brutal winter weather are taking their toll from coast to coast. NBC's Dan Scheneman reports.

COVID Relief Takes Center Stage

With the impeachment trial of President Trump behind them, lawmakers are turning their attention to COVID-19 relief. NBC's Tracie Potts reports.

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A massive winter weather system continues to grip much of the nation, leaving millions without power in dangerously frigid temperatures. NBC's Dan Scheneman reports.

President Joe Biden will visit Wisconsin Tuesday for a town hall focused on the COVID-19 response, his first trip outside of Washington since taking office. NBC's Tracie Potts reports.

A Missouri couple has been arrested after stealing a funeral home van...and the body inside. KSDK's Justina Coronel reports.

Four years after Libby German and Abby Williams were murdered in the woods near Delphi, Indiana the search for their killer continues. WTHR's Emily Longnecker reports.

Eagle-eyed sanitation worker rescues young boy dumped into the back of a garbage truck while hiding in his grandmother's trash can. WFLA's Melissa Marino reports.

Police say boy opened fire on two intruders, killing one, after they forced their way into a North Carolina apartment, demanded money and shot his grandmother. WRAL's Kirsten Gutierrez reports.

One person has been arrested in connection with an alleged human smuggling attempt as authorities continue their search for dozens of migrants believed to have been trapped in a tanker truck. WOAI's Yami Virgin reports.

"Saturday Night Live" mainstay Kenan Thompson is now pulling double-duty. His new show "Kenan" debuts Tuesday. NBC's Mark Barger has a sneak peek.

Bone-chilling temperatures and brutal winter weather are taking their toll from coast to coast. NBC's Dan Scheneman reports.

With the impeachment trial of President Trump behind them, lawmakers are turning their attention to COVID-19 relief. NBC's Tracie Potts reports.

Connect with News 40

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