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Capitol Christmas Tree Leaves For Washington

The U.S. Capitol Christmas tree, recently selected in Colorado, is on its way to Washington, with a few special stops planned along the way. KUSA's Cory Reppenhagen reports.

November 10, 2020

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WASHINGTON (KUSA/NBC News) — The U.S. Capitol Christmas tree is on its way to Washington. The 55-foot tall, 25-foot wide Engelmann spruce was cut from Colorado’s Uncompahgre National Forest. After this year’s wildfires, political division and pandemic, the tree native will carry a much-needed Christmas message on its trip to the nation’s capitol. “This tree symbolizes hope, and unity, and…

Protest Follows Utah Mask Mandate

Dozens gathered at the Utah governor's mansion Monday to protest new COVID-19 restrictions put in place by Governor Gary Herbert as part of an effort to halt a rapid rise of infections in the state. KSL's Matt Rascon reports.

November 10, 2020

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(KSL/NBC News) — Dozens of protesters gathered outside of the Utah governor’s mansion Monday to demonstrate against new COVID-19 restrictions put in place by Governor Gary Herbert. “We cannot afford to debate this issue any longer,” Herbert said during an emergency announcement Sunday night. The mandates require Utahns to wear masks in public. Businesses will be required to make their…

Houston Police Officer Killed In Freeway Shootout

Investigators say Sgt. Sean Rios was on his way to work when he was hit during an exchange of gunfire involving two other vehicles. KPRC's Michael Lopardi reports.

November 10, 2020

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(KPRC/NBC News) — A Houston, Texas police sergeant was killed Monday after engaging in a shootout along a freeway according to Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo. Acevedo said investigators are still trying to determine why Sgt. Sean Rios, 47, a 25-year veteran of the Houston Police Department, engaged someone in a gun battle. He said Rios was hit during the…

“This Is Us” Tackles Race & Family

A new episode arrives tonight, two weeks after a season premiere that sparked a lto of discussion among fans. NBC's Mark Barger reports.

November 10, 2020

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(NBC) — “This Is Us” returns for a new episode tonight. The show’s second season premiere got many people talking. Among the most buzzed-about scenes was one between Sterling K. Brown’s character Randall and his adopted sister Kate, played by Chrissy Metz, where he talks to her about the rare discussions of race within their family. “It was confrontational, you…

Tropical Storm Eta Lashes South Florida

Storm triggers flash flooding in Florida after leaving a wake of tremendous devastation across Central America and Cuba. NBC's Dan Scheneman reports.

November 10, 2020

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(NBC News) — Parts of South Florida are under water after Tropical Storm Eta brought heavy rainfall to the region Monday. Up to 18 inches of rain fell in some areas, inundating neighborhoods with water. “We recommend that everyone, in areas that are flooded, stay inside, wait until the waters recede,” Miami Mayor Francis Suarez urged. The storm made landfall…

Gut Bacteria May Improve Heart Health

Nnew study out of Oregon State University suggests the heart risk associated with eating red meat could be reduced significantly by something you already have in your gut. KGW's Keely Chalmers reports.

November 10, 2020

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(NBC News) — If you eat red meat, you’ve probably heard the warnings from your doctor: fatty steak could be increasing your risk for heart disease. Now, a new study out of Oregon State University suggests that risk could be reduced significantly by something you already have in your gut. “I think these applications are incredibly important,” says OSU microbiologist…

Rockefeller Center Rumors: Will This Be New York City’s Most Famous Tree?

For the second time in five years, Rockefeller Center has likely chosen its famed Christmas Tree in Oneonta, New York...but the exact location is being kept secret. WKTV's Brent Kearney reports.

November 10, 2020

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ONEONTA, N.Y. (WKTV/NBC News) — For the second time in just five years, Rockefeller Center has likely chosen its famed Christmas Tree in Oneonta, New York. The tree’s location is being kept secret, to protect it, but it stands about 100 feet tall and is under 24-hour surveillance while crews work to take it down for its trip to Manhattan….

Biden Kicks Off Transition With Plea For Masks

President-elect Joe Biden launched his transition Monday with a primary focus on fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. NBC's Alice Barr reports.

November 10, 2020

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WASHINGTON (NBC News) — President-elect Joe Biden launched his transition Monday with a primary focus on fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. Mr. Biden met with his new pandemic advisory team, and celebrated promising news of an effective vaccine from Pfizer in the pipeline. Until it’s ready, the president-elect made a plea for the use of masks. “It doesn’t matter your party,…

Pfizer Vaccine Shows Promise

A first analysis of Pfizer's phase three trials shows it's vaccine is more than 90-percent effective at preventing infection from COVID-19. NBC's Sarah Dallof reports.

November 10, 2020

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(NBC News) — As the United States surpasses the grim milestone of 10 million coronavirus cases, one vaccine candidate is showing promising results. A first analysis of Pfizer’s phase three trials shows its vaccine is more than 90-percent effective at preventing infection from COVID-19. The phase three trials involved nearly 44,000 participants. If the data holds up to peer review,…

Biden Kicks Off Transition With Plea For Masks

President-elect Joe Biden launched his transition Monday with a primary focus on fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. NBC's Alice Barr reports.

November 9, 2020

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(NBC News) — President-elect Joe Biden launched his transition Monday with a primary focus on fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. Mr. Biden met with his new pandemic advisory team, and celebrated promising news of an effective vaccine from Pfizer in the pipeline. Until it’s ready, the president-elect made a plea for the use of masks. “It doesn’t matter your party, your…

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Capitol Christmas Tree Leaves For Washington

The U.S. Capitol Christmas tree, recently selected in Colorado, is on its way to Washington, with a few special stops planned along the way. KUSA's Cory Reppenhagen reports.

Protest Follows Utah Mask Mandate

Dozens gathered at the Utah governor's mansion Monday to protest new COVID-19 restrictions put in place by Governor Gary Herbert as part of an effort to halt a rapid rise of infections in the state. KSL's Matt Rascon reports.

Houston Police Officer Killed In Freeway Shootout

Investigators say Sgt. Sean Rios was on his way to work when he was hit during an exchange of gunfire involving two other vehicles. KPRC's Michael Lopardi reports.

“This Is Us” Tackles Race & Family

A new episode arrives tonight, two weeks after a season premiere that sparked a lto of discussion among fans. NBC's Mark Barger reports.

Tropical Storm Eta Lashes South Florida

Storm triggers flash flooding in Florida after leaving a wake of tremendous devastation across Central America and Cuba. NBC's Dan Scheneman reports.

Gut Bacteria May Improve Heart Health

Nnew study out of Oregon State University suggests the heart risk associated with eating red meat could be reduced significantly by something you already have in your gut. KGW's Keely Chalmers reports.

Rockefeller Center Rumors: Will This Be New York City’s Most Famous Tree?

For the second time in five years, Rockefeller Center has likely chosen its famed Christmas Tree in Oneonta, New York...but the exact location is being kept secret. WKTV's Brent Kearney reports.

Biden Kicks Off Transition With Plea For Masks

President-elect Joe Biden launched his transition Monday with a primary focus on fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. NBC's Alice Barr reports.

Pfizer Vaccine Shows Promise

A first analysis of Pfizer's phase three trials shows it's vaccine is more than 90-percent effective at preventing infection from COVID-19. NBC's Sarah Dallof reports.

Biden Kicks Off Transition With Plea For Masks

President-elect Joe Biden launched his transition Monday with a primary focus on fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. NBC's Alice Barr reports.

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The U.S. Capitol Christmas tree, recently selected in Colorado, is on its way to Washington, with a few special stops planned along the way. KUSA's Cory Reppenhagen reports.

Dozens gathered at the Utah governor's mansion Monday to protest new COVID-19 restrictions put in place by Governor Gary Herbert as part of an effort to halt a rapid rise of infections in the state. KSL's Matt Rascon reports.

Investigators say Sgt. Sean Rios was on his way to work when he was hit during an exchange of gunfire involving two other vehicles. KPRC's Michael Lopardi reports.

A new episode arrives tonight, two weeks after a season premiere that sparked a lto of discussion among fans. NBC's Mark Barger reports.

Storm triggers flash flooding in Florida after leaving a wake of tremendous devastation across Central America and Cuba. NBC's Dan Scheneman reports.

Nnew study out of Oregon State University suggests the heart risk associated with eating red meat could be reduced significantly by something you already have in your gut. KGW's Keely Chalmers reports.

For the second time in five years, Rockefeller Center has likely chosen its famed Christmas Tree in Oneonta, New York...but the exact location is being kept secret. WKTV's Brent Kearney reports.

President-elect Joe Biden launched his transition Monday with a primary focus on fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. NBC's Alice Barr reports.

A first analysis of Pfizer's phase three trials shows it's vaccine is more than 90-percent effective at preventing infection from COVID-19. NBC's Sarah Dallof reports.

President-elect Joe Biden launched his transition Monday with a primary focus on fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. NBC's Alice Barr reports.

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