Al Roker returning to NBC’s ‘Today’ show after health scare

Al Roker is returning to the Today Show following several hospitalizations for blood clot complications at the end of 2022. Today show co-anchors Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Craig Melvin announced Tuesday that the 68-year-old weather personality will appear on Friday’s episode of the long-running program, marking his first time on the how since late last year. Kotb …

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin in critical condition after suffering cardiac arrest on field vs. Bengals

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is in critical condition after he suffered cardiac arrest during Monday night’s game between the Bills and Bengals. With 5:58 remaining in the first quarter, Hamlin suddenly collapsed and fell to the ground shortly after rising to his feet following a tackle of Bengals wide receivers Tee Higgins. Hamlin received immediate …

Suspect in University of Idaho killings planning to waive extradition to return to Idaho

The attorney for Bryan Kohberger — the suspect in the fatal stabbings of four University of Idaho students — plans to waive extradition at a hearing on Tuesday. Jason LaBar, the chief public defender for Monroe County, Pennsylvania (where Kohberger was arrested) said that his client planned to waive extradition to expedite his return to Idaho. …

One officer killed, one wounded in Pennsylvania shooting

A police officer in Brackenridge, PA was shot and killed and another officer was wounded on Monday. The suspect was shot and killed by police later in the night. Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns said that police encountered a wanted suspect on Monday night, identified as 28-year-old Aaron Lamont Swan, and engaged in a foot …

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova diagnosed with two forms of cancer

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova announced on Monday she has been diagnosed with stage-1 breast cancer and stage-1 throat cancer.  In a statement, Navratilova confirmed the diagnosis but remained upbeat, saying, “This double whammy is serious but still fixable. I’m hoping for a favorable outcome. It’s going to stink for a while, but I’ll fight with all …

Canadian country music legend Ian Tyson dies at age 89

The family of Canadian country music icon Ian Tyson confirmed the news of his passing in an official press release, stating he passed away from ongoing health complications after having spent his final days at his southern Alberta ranch.  Tyson was 89. Tyson was a legend in the Canadian music scene as a folk, Western, …

‘Yellowstone’ Season 5 to return Summer 2023

Paramount Network revealed that “Yellowstone”, starring Kevin Costner as John Dutton, will be back with new episodes in summer 2023. “Yellowstone”, created by Taylor Sheridan, has been airing since 2018. Paramount revealed the news via a teaser that aired during the midseason finale (the eighth of 14 episodes), showing Rip (Cole Hauser) checking with John …

‘Yellowstone’ Season 5 to return Summer 2023

Paramount Network revealed that “Yellowstone”, starring Kevin Costner as John Dutton, will be back with new episodes in summer 2023. “Yellowstone”, created by Taylor Sheridan, has been airing since 2018. Paramount revealed the news via a teaser that aired during the midseason finale (the eighth of 14 episodes), showing Rip (Cole Hauser) checking with John …

Jeremy Renner remains in critical condition after surgery due to snow plowing accident

Actor Jeremy Renner underwent surgery on Monday after he was injured in a snow-plowing accident on Sunday in Nevada. Renner, 51, has played a starring role as Hawkeye in Marvel’s “The Avengers” movies and the series “Hawkeye” on Disney+. He also earned Academy Award nominations for “The Town” and “The Hurt Locker. An updated statement …

5.4-magnitude earthquake strikes Northern California for second time in less than 2 weeks

According to the U.S. Geological Survey (“USGS”), a 5.4-magnitude earthquake struck Northern California on Sunday morning in an area where one struck less than two weeks ago. A 6.4 earthquark struck the region on Dec. 20, killing two people. The USGS said the quake about 30 miles south of Eureka and was centered about 9 miles …