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Alina Habba resigns as New Jersey U.S. Attorney after appeals court defeat

Monday, December 8

(NEW YORK) -- After a three-month battle over the legality of her appointment, Alina Habba has resigned from her position as the Acting U.S. attorney for the District of New Jersey.She announced her resignation as U.S. attorney in a social media post on Monday.... Read More.

6-year-old girl dies after being injured at Florida trampoline adventure park: Police

Monday, December 8

(PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla.) -- A 6-year-old girl died after she was injured at a trampoline adventure park in Florida, police said.First responders were dispatched to an Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park in Port St. Lucie on Saturday for a "medical run" involving... Read More.

Flu concerns grow in US as UK sees more cases among kids

Monday, December 8

(NEW YORK) -- Concerns about the flu spreading in the U.S. are growing as the U.K. continues to see a spike in cases among children and young adults.The increased number of cases in the U.K., could be a predictor for the flu season in... Read More.

Trump to announce $12 billion bailout plan for farmers, White House official says

Monday, December 8

(WASHINGTON) -- President Donald Trump is set to announce a $12 billion aid package for American farmers on Monday, a White House official confirmed to ABC News.The package is set to include $11 billion in one-time payments to crop farmers through a new Department... Read More.

Paramount launches hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Monday, December 8

Paramount said Monday it is making a bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, swooping in just days after Netflix announced a $83 billion deal to purchase a large part of the media giant.Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders would be offered $30 per share, which represents... Read More.

New York City ties its record for longest stretch without a homicide

Monday, December 8

(NEW YORK) -- New York City has tied its record for the longest stretch without a homicide in recorded history.The city went 12 calendar days -- Nov. 25 to Dec. 7 -- without a homicide, according to New York Police Department data.That stretch --... Read More.

Paramount launches hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Monday, December 8

(NEW YORK) -- Paramount said Monday it is making a bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, swooping in just days after Netflix announced a $83 billion deal to purchase a large part of the media giant.Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) shareholders would be offered... Read More.

Winter weather hits Midwest, East as Pacific Northwest braces for atmospheric river

Monday, December 8

(NEW YORK) -- After a weekend of snow in the Midwest, the winter weather is focused farther south on Monday, with snow hitting Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina. Meanwhile, the Pacific Northwest is bracing for an atmospheric river set to bring dangerous flooding.Here's... Read More.

‘One Battle After Another’ leads 2026 Golden Globe nominees

Monday, December 8

The 2026 Golden Globe nominations have officially been announced.Actor Marlon Wayans and actress Skye P. Marshall revealed the nominations live from Los Angeles, where the awards show will take place on Sunday, Jan. 11.On the film side, One Battle After Another leads with nine... Read More.

Luigi Mangione returns to court for Day 4 of pretrial evidence hearing

Monday, December 8

(NEW YORK) - Accused CEO killer Luigi Mangione returns to court Monday for the fourth day of a crucial pretrial hearing as his defense lawyers attempt to exclude from trial critical evidence that they say was illegally seized from his backpack without a... Read More.

In brief: ‘The Simpsons Movie’ sequel switches release date and more

Monday, December 8

Another season of Platonic is on the way. Apple TV has renewed its comedy series starring Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne for season 3. Series creators Nicholas Stoller and Francesca Delbanco said in a statement that they "couldn't be more... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 12/7/25

Monday, December 8

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Sunday's sports events:NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONMagic 100, Knicks 106Celtics 121, Raptors 113Nuggets 115, Hornets 106Trail Blazers 96, Grizzlies 119Warriors 123, Bulls 91Lakers 112, 76ers 108Thunder 131, Jazz 101NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUEAvalanche 3, Flyers 2Islanders 1, Panthers 4Sharks 4,... Read More.