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Protests follow fatal Minnesota arrest
(NBC News) Demonstrators clashed with police on the streets of Minneapolis overnight after a large crowd gathered outside of a precinct station to protest the death of George Floyd. Floyd died Monday during an altercation with four police officers after they responded to a report of a “forgery in progress.” Video taken by a bystander shows an officer kneeling on…
All Eyes On The Skies: America Returns To Space
(NBC News) All eyes are on the skies today for the scheduled launch of a new era of U.S. space travel. Astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken will ride in a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule atop a Falcon 9 rocket, wearing sleek new spacesuits and using touchscreen controls. It’s the first time in history a U.S. company will carry NASA…
Coronavirus & Smoking: New Study Finds Increased Risks
Health experts say smoking doubles your chances of severe complications if you contract COVID-19. NBC's Sarah Dallof reports.
(NBC News) A COVID-19 study out of France is igniting controversy. Researchers there are working to determine if nicotine patches can prevent coronavirus infections, prompting global and national health organizations to renew warnings. “You weren’t safe smoking and vaping pre COVID-19 and those risks continue during this pandemic,” says Dr. Patrice Harris, president of the American Medical Association. Early studies…
Suspect Sought In Brutal Machete Attack
A homeless man victim Jazmyn Fradieu was trying to help repeatedly slashed her with a machete inside a Louisiana Little Caesars where the teen worked. WDSU's Shay O'Connor reports.
HARVEY, Louis. (WDSU/NBC News) — A Little Caesars pizza worker is recovering after a brutal machete attack in Harvey, Louisiana. Deputies say a known homeless man walked into the restaurant Saturday night and attacked 20-year-old Jazmyn Fradieu. Fradieu’s family says the man’s name is Tyrone and that he was asking for a job when he pulled out the machete and…
COVID-19 Lockdown Triggers Spending Boom
A recent WalletHub survey finds many Americans are spending more on non-essential purchases while they're social distancing. NBC's Chris Clackum reports.
(NBC News) — There’s a somewhat surprising effect the COVID-19 lockdown is having on many Americans, and some businesses couldn’t be happier. Staying at home has unlocked the grip some people had on their spending habits. “Surprisingly, Americans are spending more money during this time of social distancing than prior to it,” says WalletHub analyst Jill Gonzalez. WalletHub’s recent survey…
Cooking up a new career
When executive chef Zach Sass found himself out of work due to the coronavirus pandemic, he found a way to help serve up tasty meals via the internet. WSVM's Terry Bulger reports.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV/NBC News) — Chef Zach Sass was left without a regular paycheck when COVID-19 restrictions forced his Nashville restaurant to shut down. However, that hasn’t stopped him from serving up delicious meals. Sass created a new website offering up his services to customers who don’t know what to cook themselves. The user tells Sass what ingredients they have…
Texas Water Park Opens In Defiance Of Governor’s Orders
Thousands flocked to Big Rivers Waterpark near Houston over the weekend, despite ongoing COVID-19 restrictions. KPRC's Hannah Mackenzie reports.
NEW CANEY, Texas (KPRC/NBC News) Hundreds lined up early at Big Rivers Waterpark and Adventures in New Caney, Texas, Saturday. CEO and developer Monty Galland announced this week he planned to defy Governor Greg Abbott’s orders and reopen the park for Memorial Day weekend. Under the latest order, pools can open but amusement venues, splash pads and waterparks should remain…
Dozens Exposed To COVID-19 At Missouri Great Clips
At least 140 people are now being monitored after their hair was cut by stylists who later tested positive for COVID-19. One worked while showing symptoms. KYTV's Nikki Ogle reports.
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KYTV/NBC News) — Dozens of customers of a Missouri Great Clips have been exposed to COVID-19 after two stylists worked for several days while infected with the virus. Erik Chase is one of the 84 clients who had their hair cut by a stylist who was working at the Springfield location while showing symptoms for COVID-19. “It’s a…
Search Continues For Missing Tulsa Toddlers
Police say 3-year-old Miracle Crook and her 2-year-old brother Tony were last seen at a convenience store near their home Friday...and their mother is refusing to cooperate with investigators. KJRH's Vincent Hill reports.
TULSA, Okla. (KJRH/NBC News) — Police and volunteers in Tulsa, Oklahoma are searching for two missing toddlers last seen on Friday. Miracle Crook,3, and 2-year-old Tony Crook were last seen near The Shoreline Apartments with their mother, Donisha Willis. Lieutenant John Adams said Willis’ parents and sister stopped by the apartment Friday night and noticed something was wrong. They called…
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