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Houston Water Woes Continue
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Houston Water Woes Continue

Thousands of Houstonians are still living without running water, 11 days after severe winter storms hit Texas. KPRC's Bill Barajas reports.
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(KPRC/NBC News) — Nearly two weeks after historic freezing temperatures knocked out electricity and burst pipes, but many residents of Houston, Texas are still without running water. In a press conference on Sunday, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said he believes the number of tenants and homeowners struggling is likely in the thousands. Coaquies Davis says she’s been without water for…

"the Voice" Celebrates 10 Years
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“The Voice” Celebrates 10 Years

The show kicks off its 20th season tonight with a look back at the best performances of the past decade. NBC'S Mark Barger reports.
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(NBC) — “The Voice” returns tonight with a celebration of the show’s decade long search for the country’s top singers. “It’s stood the test of time and people can count on knowing that they’re going to hear some great singers and they’re going to see some funny stuff happen,” coach Blake Shelton says. Some of those laughs come in the…

"nomadland" Shines At Golden Globes
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“Nomadland” Shines At Golden Globes

The film took Top Drama and Best Director honors during a ceremony unlike any other. NBC's Stephanie Stanton reports.
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(NBC News) — “Nomadland, the story of a woman coping after the Great Recession, took Top Drama at Sunday night’s Golden Globes. Chloe Zhao won Best Director for the film, only the second woman to win the honor. “‘Nomadland’ at its core for me is a pilgrimage through grief and healing,” Zhao said. “Borat Subsequent Moviefilm” was also a double…

Covid 19 Cases On The Rise After Weeks Of Decline
Coronavirus, Health

COVID-19 Cases On The Rise After Weeks Of Decline

Health experts say new strains could be behind the increase of cases. NBC's Jay Gray reports.
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(NBC News) — After three weeks of declining infections, COVID-19 appears to on the rise again. “Cases have been increasing in the last three days compared to the prior week,” Centers for Disease Control Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky reported Friday. That jump could be the result of new coronavirus strains. Meanwhile, there could soon be a new weapon in the…

Covid 19 Heartbreak: 11 Year Old Finds Parents Dead
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COVID-19 Heartbreak: 11-Year-Old Finds Parents Dead

Family members say both had tested positive for COVID-19 and were showing symptoms of the virus shortly before their daughter found their bodies. KSDK's Robert Townsend reports.
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(KSDK/NBC News) — Police say a Missouri couple found dead in their bed by their 11-year-old daughter appear to have died from COVID-19. The young girl called for help after finding her mother and father unresponsive in their bed in their Mehlville home last Thursday. “It’s really a terrible, tragic thing,” says neighbor Chuck Duy. Duy said he spoke with…

Snowshoeing...with Goats!
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Snowshoeing…With Goats!

A farm in Middle Grove, New York has seen business skyrocket thanks to a new option on their snowshoe trail: Goats! WNYT's Mark Mulholland reports.
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(WNYT/NBC News) — A farm in Middle Grove, New York has seen business skyrocket thanks to a new option on their snowshoe trail: Goats! “Into The Woods Farm” owner Phaedra Zoe Stasyshyn says she had no idea how popular it would be, especially during a pandemic. Snowshoers choose the lengh of the trek, and whether to have goats or not….

Wallet Hero Steps Forward
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Wallet Hero Steps Forward

A woman unexpectedly reunited with her lost wallet has met the once anonymous Good Samaritan who went out of his way to deliver it to her home. WTLV's Robert Bradfield reports.
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(NBC News) — Debra Crosby is still searching for the right things to say after meeting the man who was a mystery to her until Wednesday. “I just wanted you to know how awesome Johnny is,” she said with a smile. Crosby lost her wallet at a Jacksonville, Florida Walmart over the weekend. A man who later identified himself as…

The Golden Globes Go Bi Coastal
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The Golden Globes Go Bi-Coastal

This year's ceremony will be unlike any other due to the pandemic, with awards being announced from both New York and Beverly HIlls...and winners accepting from home. NBC's Stephanie Stanton reports.
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(NBC) — Hollywood’s award season gets underway in earnest Sunday night with the Golden Globes, honoring the year’s best in TV and movies. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler return as co-hosts, but for a pandemic-impacted event that will be a bit different from years past. Because of the pandemic, Fey’s going to be hosting part of the show from the…

America's Digital Divide: Getting Up To Speed
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America’s Digital Divide: Getting Up To Speed

Millions of Americans lack reliable internet access or struggle to afford it, leaving them without a valuable lifeline during the pandemic. NBC's Liz McLaughlin reports.
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(NBC News) — Internet access can be a lifeline, now more than ever, but there are still parts of the country that aren’t up to speed. Millions of Americans lack reliable internet access or struggle to afford it. “It is a decision that some families have to make, unfortunately deciding between that connectivity or something like paying their electricity bill,”…

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