NYC public schools to reopen January 3rd with increased in-school COVID-19 testing amid Omicron surge

Upon reopening after the holiday break on January 3rd, New York City public schools will expand in-school coronavirus testing, but relax quarantine rules for students in a bid to keep them in class as much as possible
5 dead, including gunman, after shooting spree in Denver, Colorado area

Authorities said that five people were killed (including a police officer) and three injured in a series of shootings that began in the Denver area and ended later in the suburb of Lakewood. Police said the shootings
Hall of Fame NFL coach and broadcaster John Madden dies at age 85

Former NFL broadcaster, and Hall of Fame coach John Madden has died at age 85. Madden passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday morning, according to the league’s announcement. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said of Madden’s death: “On behalf
Jimmie Allen to perform grand finale at the 133rd Rose Parade

Jimmie Allen is set to perform during the grand finale at this years 133rd Rose Parade. The annual event will take place in Pasadena, California with Allen scheduled to perform his hit song “Good Times Roll” from
Take a look at Chris Young surprising his dad with a new truck

Chris Young is sharing his musical success this year by gifting his dad, Michael Harris, a new Chevrolet king cab truck for Christmas. The country singer shared the video on social media of him giving the truck
Jean-Marc Vallée, acclaimed director of ‘Dallas Buyers Club’ and ‘Big Little Lies,’ dies at age 58

Canadian filmmaker Jean-Marc Vallée, who directed Dallas Buyers Club and Wild, as well as the HBO series Big Little Lies and Sharp Objects, has died at the age of 58. Vallée died suddenly over the weekend in
Hugh Jackman announces he tested positive for COVID-19

Hugh Jackman shared that he has tested positive for Covid-19. The two-time Tony Award winner, who will star in the upcoming revival of “The Music Man” on Broadway (set to open in February) announced his diagnosis Tuesday