Author: WNKY Staff

AAA: older drivers struggle with multi-tasking behind the wheel

(NBC News) A new study by AAA suggests older drivers are especially vulnerable to distractions while behind the wheel. AAA, along with researchers at the University of Utah, completed a comprehensive study looking at the reaction times in older drivers – ages 55-75 – and younger drivers – ages 21-36 – all completing the same tasks. The items included texting,…

Lawmakers respond to Mueller’s testimony

(NBC News) Both Democrats and Republicans claimed victory following Wednesday’s congressional testimony by former special counsel Robert Mueller, regarding his investigation of President Trump and Russian interference in the 2016 election. Democrats highlighted Russian malign efforts and undercut President Trump’s claims of exoneration and a “witch hunt.” The GOP, meanwhile, tried to cast doubts on the special counsel’s office and…

Dog injured in fire helps other burn victims

(WAGT) A dog that was injured in a house fire is now training to be a support animal at a burn center in Georgia. Taka survived the fire back in October, but was badly burned. Now that he’s recovered from his injuries, Taka’s owner and trainer hope to have him certified this Friday as a canine good citizen. Then he’ll…

Facebook to pay $5 billion FTC fine

(NBC News) The Federal Trade Commission announced a $5 billion settlement with Facebook on Wednesday to end an investigation into the company’s privacy practices. It’s a record penalty that shows the federal government taking a harder stance against tech firms, but one that may stop short of changing how Silicon Valley does business. Facebook will be required as part of…