2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

‘Sinners’ makes history, setting Oscars nomination record

Ryan Coogler's blues-steeped vampire epic "Sinners" led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards on Thursday, setting a record for the most in Oscar history.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers

Winter weather brings various hazards that people have to contend with to keep warm and safe. These dangers can include carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia and frozen pipes that can burst and make homes unlivable.

2 weeks ago in National

The US is on the verge of losing its measles elimination status. Here’s why that matters

It's been a year since a measles outbreak began in West Texas, and international health authorities say they plan to meet in April to determine if the U.S. has lost its measles-free designation.

2 weeks ago in National

House Republicans begin push to hold the Clintons in contempt of Congress over the Epstein probe

House Republicans are starting a push Wednesday to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, opening the prospect of the House using one of its most powerful punishments against a former president for the first time.

2 weeks ago in Local

Stabbing death in Manchester

Officers found an adult male lying on the ground unconscious with an apparent stab wound to his chest. 

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins, members of Kiss and more get into Songwriters Hall of Fame

Taylor Swift, Kiss' Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, Alanis Morissette and Kenny Loggins make up the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Kristen Bell returning as host to SAG’s Actor Awards

Kristen Bell is returning as host of the Screen Actors Guild's Actor Awards for a third time. The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, the union that presents the annual awards, announced Wednesday that Bell will emcee the March 1 awards, formerly known as the SAG Awards.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Record crowds witness Sabalenka, Alcaraz, Gauff and Zverev advance at Australian Open

Another day, another record crowd. Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz advanced in straight sets Wednesday and the No. 3 seeds — Coco Gauff and Alexander Zverev — also progressed to the third round of the Australian Open.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

This just in from The New York Times: Its first 2-player game, and an evolving business model

For subscribers to The New York Times who are as interested in solving Wordle or filling in the crossword puzzle as in reading the latest political or business news, Wednesday is a big day.

2 weeks ago in Trending, World

Trump in Davos speech says he won’t use force to acquire Greenland

President Donald Trump insisted he won't use force to acquire Greenland in a speech at the World Economic Forum, where he said that the U.S. is booming but Europe is "not heading in the right direction."

2 weeks ago in Local

Winter Maintenance parking ban in Concord tonight

Please move your car off the street to help plows clear snow.

2 weeks ago in National

The US political climate spurs efforts to reclaim the MLK holiday

As communities across the country on Monday hosted parades, panels and service projects for the 40th federal observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the political climate for some is more fraught with tensions than festive with reflection on the slain Black American civil rights icon's legacy.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Catcher J.T. Realmuto and Philadelphia Phillies finalize $45 million, 3-year contract

Catcher J.T. Realmuto and the Philadelphia Phillies finalized their $45 million, three-year contract on Tuesday. Realmuto gets salaries of $15 million in each of the next three seasons and can earn a maximum $5 million annually in award bonuses.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Sinner’s bid for Australian Open three-peat begins with anticlimactic win

Two sets and just over an hour of tennis wasn't what Jannik Sinner wanted at Rod Laver Arena for the start of his bid for an Australian Open three-peat.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Channing Tatum to bring his dancing, ab-heavy ‘Magic Mike Live’ to New York City

Channing Tatum is bringing the stage spin-off of his wildly successful "Magic Mike" film franchise to New York City, promising to "turn up the gas" on a show that already generates plenty of heat.

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Indiana completes undefeated season and wins first national title, beating Miami 27-21 in CFP final

Fernando Mendoza lowered his pads into a defender, spun in a full circle, used his hand to keep his balance, then launched himself horizontally and reached the ball over the goal line — an Indiana touchdown and a ready-made poster pic for a title run straight from the movies.

2 weeks ago in Local

Still unclear who will oversee the YDC settlement fund

It's uncertain where the search for an administrator stands with the state.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Valentino, designer whose gowns made royals and movie stars feel beautiful, dies at 93

Valentino Garavani, the jet-set Italian designer whose high-glamour gowns — often in his trademark shade of "Valentino red" — were fashion show staples for nearly half a century, died Monday. He was 93.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Indiana completes undefeated season and wins first national title, beating Miami 27-21 in CFP final

The Hoosiers toppled Miami 27-21.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Rams shake off wild, late TD pass by Caleb Williams, beat Bears 20-17 in OT to reach NFC title game

Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams survived an incredible throw by Caleb Williams that forced overtime, beating the Chicago Bears 20-17 to advance to the NFC championship game.