Hockey Halt? Ghost Pirates, ECHL players could go on strike Friday

Professional Hockey Players’ Association serves strike notice
Georgia man files $25M lawsuit against city after Walmart kidnapping arrest

Mahendra “Mick” Patel had to abandon his real estate business and spent months fighting accusations that he tried to kidnap a boy at a Georgia Walmart, charges that were ultimately dropped.
Big warmup with spring like temperatures for Christmas Day

Dry and warm weather through the end of the week
FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss

The Wegovy pill is expected to be available within weeks. Experts say oral pills could expand access and reduce costs for obesity treatments.
Missing in Georgia: Police searching for 13-year-old girl who vanished

Natalie Cotton was last seen around 9 p.m. Monday.
Brown University chief of police placed on leave after deadly shooting

The Brown University chief of police has been placed on leave, effective immediately, university president Christina Paxson announced in a letter to the school community.
Watch Live: No Powerball winner, Holiday travel update and rising flu cases

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Barry Manilow reveals lung cancer diagnosis

Barry Manilow has announced that he has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will postpone his January performances while he undergoes surgery. The 82-year-old singer/songwriter shared the news Monday in a statement posted to Instagram, explaining
US actions against Venezuela spark concerns of potential conflict

The Trump administration’s recent actions against Venezuela, including oil tanker seizures and strikes on alleged drug smuggling boats, have raised concerns about escalating tensions and potential conflict.
Brandy & Monica, Florence + The Machine, Brandi Carlile to appear on CNN’s ‘New Year’s Eve Live’ special

Brandy and Monica will take the stage together on New Year’s Eve, extending the momentum of their recently completed ‘The Boy Is Mine Tour’ with a nationally televised performance on CNN’s annual NYE celebration. The R&B stars