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Health officials warn of winter Covid surge as omicron spreads, millions of Americans expected to travel this holiday season, and omicron spreading by the day with tests in limited supply. source

Master Sgt. Earl Plumlee, was recognized for his efforts to repel a Taliban suicide attack in Afghanistan. Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Celiz, who shielded his team from enemy gunfire in Afghanistan, and Sgt. 1st Class Alwyn Cashe, who rescued his team from a vehicle after it hit an IED in Iraq, received the honor posthumously.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC …

Businesses and venues shuttering as U.S. Covid cases rise, doctor shares advice for healthy holiday gatherings, and former officer Kim Potter testifies in trial over killing of Daunte Wright. 00:00 Intro 02:18 Rapid Covid Surge 05:20 Holiday Travel Rush 07:05 Kim Potter Takes The Stand 09:39 TikTok School Threats 11:45 Recovering From Tornadoes 14:00 Chinese Journalist Jailed 17:27 Chasing The …

The last-minute holiday shopping rush is on with just one week until Christmas. “Super Saturday” is known as one of the biggest shopping days of the year, with 148 million expected to participate in stores and online.» 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 …

With so many Americans on the move for the holidays and Covid testing lines growing longer, NBC News’ Stephanie Gosk spoke to a doctor for advice on gatherings with loved ones.» 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 …

In the wake of George Floyd’s murder, the city council in Burlington, Vermont voted to divert part of its police budget to social and racial justice programs, but working officers began to leave faster than anticipated. Often just five officers are on shift for a city of more than 44,000. This fall, the city council voted to bring back more …

The “unprecedented storm” brought record breaking rain to California, causing mudslides and forcing evacuations. It’s now slamming Colorado with gusts of up to 107 miles per hour, with a new storm threat following close behind.» 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 …

The omicron variant is spreading across the U.S. at an alarming rate and is now being reported in nearly all 50 states. Ahead of the holidays, Americans planning to travel and gather aren’t taking any chances, leading to extra-long testing lines. Hospitals are already stretched thin as they brace for what’s ahead.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more …

Zhang Zhan, who uploaded haunting images of the Covid-19 pandemic in China, was arrested and is now in the second year of a hunger strike in a Chinese prison. Family and supporters fear she could die, as organizations raise concerns about the safety of other detained journalists.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News …

Posts about vague threats and unsubstantiated rumors of a December 17th attack on schools went viral on TikTok, putting schools on high alert. Law enforcement and the FBI said the threats did not seem credible, and TikTok said it found no content promoting violence in schools on Friday.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC …

As the spread of the omicron variant accelerates, authorities say a booster shot offers more protection against it. » 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 features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the …

Dr. Anthony Fauci speaks with NBC News’ Lester Holt about the fast spread of the omicron variant across the U.S., what families should keep in mind for holiday gatherings and more.» 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 …

Nine years ago, 20 children and six adults were killed at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Connecticut. School was remote on the anniversary because of threats of violence. » 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. …

Already facing a wave of delta cases of Covid-19, hospitals are now bracing for an outbreak of omicron. By Christmas week, the CDC predicts, the combination of variants could skyrocket cases by 55 percent.» 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, …

A broad group of aviation experts warn new 5G cellular networks, which are set to go live next month, may interfere with a critical piece of technology used by pilots. The FAA issued a temporary order for pilots not to use altimeters for landing starting in January when aircraft are close to 5G cell sites. AT&T and Verizon say 5G …