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US to require all arriving passengers to get COVID-19 test

January 12, 2021 4:48 PM Associated Press

Anyone flying to the U.S. will soon need to show proof of a negative test for COVID-19.

‘Super-Earth’ found orbiting one of the oldest stars in the Milky Way

January 12, 2021 4:42 PM CNN Newsource

A hot and rocky exoplanet known as a super-Earth has been discovered orbiting one of the oldest stars in our Milky Way galaxy, according to a new study. The exoplanet, called that because it’s located outside our solar system, is about 50% larger than Earth and has three times the mass — which makes it

Highway patrol: No specific threats to Missouri Capitol ahead of Biden inauguration

January 12, 2021 4:39 PM Chanel Porter

State officials have increased security around the Missouri Capitol after last week’s storming of the U.S. Capitol but are not aware of specific threats in the days ahead, a highway patrol spokesman said Tuesday.

How to keep Fido safe in the winter

January 11, 2021 6:22 PM Maddie Est

I took advantage of today’s nicer weather by heading out to the dog park with my trusty sidekick, Petra. Like most dogs, my pup loves to be outside at any given opportunity, but sometimes I wonder if it’s safe for her to be outside. I dove into the details of how winter weather affects our

Missouri House adds rules to allow virtual feedback on bills

January 12, 2021 4:24 PM Associated Press

COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri House now is allowing members of the public to weigh in virtually on proposed bills in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The new rule is one of several approved by the Republican-led House on Tuesday as lawmakers begin their annual session under the cloud of COVID-19. Video or telephone

School District approves grade reconfigurations

January 12, 2021 4:23 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story FORT SMITH, AR (KFSM) — The Fort Smith School District is reconfiguring some of its grades as part of its vision 2023 plan. The announcement was made Monday (Jan. 11) night at the board meeting. Grade reconfiguration is a transition to the grade models in the district. Meaning

CDC to require all air travelers to US to show negative coronavirus test

January 12, 2021 4:20 PM CNN Newsource

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday it will require a negative Covid-19 test from all air passengers entering the United States — a move it says may help slow the spread of the coronavirus. Air passengers will be required to get a viral test within three days before their flight to

Community raises over $40K for Chaska family who lost everything in fire

January 12, 2021 4:07 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story MINNEAPOLIS, MN (WCCO) — A Twin Cities family of five lost everything in a fire over the weekend, but a hockey community has stepped up to help. The fire happened at a home on Nightingale Court in Chaska. Neighbor Billy Way saw a haze out the front window

A Florida sheriff’s deputy was killed by a suspect the week he was set to retire

January 12, 2021 4:04 PM CNN Newsource

A Florida sheriff’s deputy who was just one shift away from retirement was killed Monday by a suspect in a fatal car crash, Hillsboro County Sheriff Chad Chronister said during a press conference. Hillsboro County Sheriff’s Office (HSCO) Master Corporal Brian LaVigne, 54, was in a marked vehicle when a suspect who had been tased

The US has averaged more than 3,000 Covid-19 deaths a day over the past week

January 12, 2021 4:03 PM CNN Newsource

The magnitude of loss from Covid-19 is now on par with suffering the 9/11 attacks every day. The US averaged more than 3,223 Covid-19 deaths a day over the past week, according to Johns Hopkins University. That’s a few hundred more deaths daily than the 2001 strikes. After widespread concerns about delays in vaccinations, the

Couple taking axe-throwing business on the road until Minnesota reopens

January 12, 2021 4:03 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story MINNEAPOLIS, MN (WCCO) — A Minnesota couple says they are not waiting for the pandemic to decide what is next for their business. They plan to turn their axe-throwing entertainment business mobile and travel out of state to make it profitable. Even though Gov. Tim Walz loosened COVID-19

Duck hunter rescued from frigid water after kayak overturned

January 12, 2021 3:48 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story HEMPSTEAD, New York (WCBS ) — A dangerously close call for a Long Island man who was duck hunting and suddenly found himself stuck in freezing cold water for an hour. As CBS2’s Carolyn Gusoff reported Monday, he managed to make one phone call that saved his life.

Former Pittsburgh Steelers cheer on 68-year-old superfan with cancer

January 12, 2021 3:22 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — One could argue that the strongest thing about Pittsburgh is the connection shared between the Steelers and Steeler Nation, the countless fans who cheer on the team on through both triumph and defeat. It’s just the Pittsburgh way. Regardless of the disappointing playoff loss to

Road work keeps MoDOT busy despite COVID-19 pandemic

January 12, 2021 3:17 PM Meghan Drakas

The Missouri Department of Transportation said Tuesday that calls for service were on track with previous years in 2020 despite the coronavirus pandemic.

Columbia police investigating armed robbery near Business Loop

January 12, 2021 3:16 PM Matt Ragsdale

Columbia police officers say an armed robbery called out near the Business Loop early Tuesday morning is under investigation.

Florida manatee mutilated by someone who etched ‘Trump’ onto its back

January 12, 2021 3:14 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story MIAMI (WFOR ) — Federal wildlife authorities in Florida are looking for the person or persons who mutilated a manatee by carving the word “Trump” onto its back. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says the manatee was discovered Sunday in the headwaters of the Homosassa River in

CDC to require negative Covid-19 test for international passengers flying to US

January 12, 2021 3:12 PM CNN Newsource

The director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expected to sign today or Wednesday an order requiring all international passengers to show proof of a negative Covid-19 test before boarding flights to the United States, a federal health official tells CNN. The order will go into effect two weeks after it’s

FDA expands Sportmix dog food recall after 70 dogs reportedly died

January 12, 2021 3:06 PM CNN Newsource

The Food and Drug Administration has expanded a recall and is alerting pet owners and veterinary professionals about high levels of aflatoxin in some pet foods after 70 dogs reportedly died and over 80 others were sickened. The dog food in question has been identified as certain Sportmix products manufactured by Midwestern Pet Foods. The

Resident drives military-style tank through residential streets

January 12, 2021 2:49 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story PALMETTO BAY, Florida (WFOR ) — Residents of the usually quiet South Florida community of Palmetto Bay are buzzing after spotting one of their neighbors riding his military style tank down residential roads. Many were confused by the sight and wondered if it’s even allowed and apparently it

Washington Post: FBI warned of violent ‘war’ at Capitol in internal report issued day before deadly riot

January 12, 2021 12:54 PM CNN Newsource

WATCH playback of a Department of Justice news conference in the player below. The FBI warned of a violent “war” at the US Capitol in an internal report issued a day before last week’s deadly siege, but it wasn’t acted on urgently enough to prevent the domestic terrorist attack, The Washington Post reported Tuesday. The