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Many Americans are opting to drive to their destinations to limit possible Covid exposure. Distracted, impaired driving and speed are top concerns with more people on the road. At airports, the TSA screened 2 million passengers on Wednesday.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news …

Nonstop rain sparked mandatory evacuations in parts of burn-scarred southern California. Meanwhile, roads in Washington and Arizona shut down for hours due to heavy snow. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital …

Kim Potter found guilty in death of Daunte Wright, long Covid testing lines ahead of holiday gatherings, and Lester Holt reflects on year of hope and setbacks amid pandemic. 00:00 Intro 01:55 Kim Potter Found Guilty 04:55 Holiday Covid Surge 08:12 Holiday Travel Rush 10:38 Putin’s Tough Talk 12:26 White Christmas & Climate Change 14:46 Kids Under Pressure: Foster Kids …

Russian President Vladimir Putin is demanding that NATO withdraw its troops from Eastern Europe, with more than 100,000 troops waiting along the Russia-Ukraine border. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the U.S. “will respond strongly” if Russia continues its “reckless or aggressive actions.” » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a …

If taken within five days of the onset of symptoms, Pfizer’s Covid-19 antiviral pill could reduce hospitalization by 88 percent for people already considered high risk. This comes as the omicron variant has now been detected in all 50 states. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and …

Professor Vinod Menon received a package containing $180,000 in cash from a mysterious sender who said the funds are for students in need. Authorities say the money is legit, though little is known about the donor, who wrote they had “a long, productive, immensely rewarding” career after earning physics degrees from City College of New York. » Subscribe to NBC …

At a news conference, Russian President Putin suggested talks with the U.S. are gaining traction and that war with Ukraine is not inevitable. This comes as Russia’s military buildup on Ukraine’s border is escalating, according to the State Department. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful …

Dimitri Dunn is one of the nearly 25,000 kids poised to age out of the foster care system. NBC News’ Cynthia McFadden has an in-depth look at the challenges they face and speaks with Franco Vega, the founder and CEO of the Right Way Foundation, about his mission to support those in need of assistance.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC …

NBC News’ Tom Costello is with American Airlines at Reagan National Airport, where crews have just 45 minutes to get an arriving plane ready to go for its next flight. That means moving bags, cleaning, preparing catering, and much more in a tightly choreographed operation.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is …

Americans turned to small businesses as shipping delays led to backlogs for major retailers across the country. For some businesses that are able to source their materials locally and not be dependent on the foreign supply chain, business is booming.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and …

FDA authorizes first Covid pill for emergency use, how flight crews prep planes with no time to waste during travel rush, and growing outrage over truck driver’s 110-year sentence in deadly collision. 00:00 Intro 02:20 Omicron In All 50 States 07:55 Holiday Travel Rush 10:20 Trucker Sentencing Backlash 12:45 Small Business Boom Amid Supply Chain Crisis 14:45 Havana Syndrome Mystery …

Countries are taking different approaches to dealing with the rapidly spreading omicron variant. Israel is now recommending a fourth vaccine dose to people over 60. The WHO warns vaccines should be distributed to areas in need instead of mass boosting.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and …

Airbus and Boeing are calling for the government and cell phone industry to postpone the 5G cell phone rollout, warning it could “adversely affect the ability of aircraft to safely operate.” The cell phone industry tells NBC News the networks “operate safely, without interference, in nearly 40 countries around the world.” » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more …

New restrictions and cancellations as Covid cases rise, airports packed with holiday travelers amid omicron concerns, and President Biden facing dual crises of Covid surge and his stalled domestic agenda. 00:00 Intro 02:15 Omicron Dominant Variant In U.S. 07:46 Biden’s Agenda In Jeopardy 09:46 Haiti Hostage Speaks Out 11:08 Closing Arguments In Kim Potter Trial 13:17 Ghislaine Maxwell Jury Deliberations …

The CDC says if someone contracts any variant of the coronavirus, the guidelines are still 10 days of isolation. Some local health departments are offering free hotels of care packages for those unable to care for themselves. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news …