Archives: 2018

“Hamilton” co-creators on Broadway musical’s journey to Kennedy Center Honors

The Broadway musical “Hamilton” has joined a prestigious group of artists recently celebrated at the Kennedy Center Honors. John Dickerson spoke to the four co-creaters, director Thomas Kail, choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler, music director Alex Lacamoire, and writer, lyricist and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda, about their historic achievement. Categories: National, US & World News

Loneliness epidemic: Panel discusses how to combat feeling alone

For many people, the holiday season can be a time when loneliness hits hard. A recent Cigna study reveals loneliness is at epidemic levels nationwide, with nearly half of Americans report feeling alone, sometimes or always. Researchers say suffering through it can be as lethal as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Alex Wagner spoke with a group of people who…

Archaeologists discover tomb of Egyptian royal priest

Archaeologists in Egypt are calling the unearthing of a new tomb a “one-of-a-kind” find. The hidden tomb of an Egyptian royal priest had been untouched for around 4,400 years and is covered with exceptionally preserved statues and hieroglyphics. The discovery was made last Thursday in the Saqqara pyramid complex just south of Cairo. Jonathan Vigliotti reports. Categories: National, US &…

How UPS helps Santa during the holidays

The deadline to send your holiday gifts by Christmas is quicky approaching. First class mail and priority mail need to be sent by Thursday. UPS and FedEx have a Friday deadline. Shipping companies expect a record year fueled by ecommerce. Kris Van Cleave got an inside look at how UPS delivers packages during the holiday season. Categories: National, US &…

How opioid overdose deaths plunged 31 percent in one Ohio county

One Ohio county is dramatically reducing the number of deaths related to opioid overdoses. A new report shows overdose deaths plunged by 31 percent in Hamilton County, which includes Cincinnati. There was also a 42 percent drop in emergency room visits. Health officials credit a new program that gives away the overdose-reversal drug Narcan for free. Don Dahler reports. Categories:…

Trying to save Yemeni children who are too hungry to eat

A ceasefire in Yemen is set to go into effect Tuesday in a key port city. Fighting between a Saudi-led coalition and Iranian-backed rebels has pushed millions to the brink of famine. Elizabeth Palmer traveled to a makeshift camp deep in rebel territory. Categories: National, US & World News

Police search property of missing Colorado mom’s fiancé

Police in Colorado are offering a $25,000 reward for information to help find missing mom Kelsey Berreth. Investigators focused their search over the weekend on the property of Berreth’s finace, the last known person to see her alive. Nikki Battiste reports. Categories: National, US & World News

Eye Opener: Both sides dig in over Trump’s border wall

The U.S. government could shut down on Friday over President Trump’s fight to fund the border wall. Also, a fiery explosion at a restaurant in Japan injured more than 40 people. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Get the Eye Opener delivered straight to your inbox. Categories: National, US & World…

Government shutdown possible over border wall showdown

Congress is up against a deadline to pass a budget deal, and the White House is repeating a threat to shut down the government if President Trump doesn’t get $5 billion for his proposed border wall. A shutdown could happen on Friday if Congress doesn’t approve more government funding. Paula Reid reports. Categories: National, US & World News