Update: at least four dead and nearly 100 hurt in earthquake in Northern Japan
TOKYO (AP) — A 7.4-magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of Fukushima in northern Japan, smashing furniture, knocking out power and killing four people. A small tsunami reached shore, but the Japan Meteorological Agency lifted its
Former CNN anchor Chris Cuomo seeking $125 million dollars for what he calls his “unlawful” firing
NEW YORK (AP) — Former prime time anchor Chris Cuomo on Wednesday asked an arbitrator to award him $125 million for what he called his “unlawful” firing. Former CNN chief Jeff Zucker fired Cuomo in December, saying
Hundreds of bulletproof vests destined for Ukraine stolen in NYC
NEW YORK (AP) — About 400 bulletproof vests destined for Ukraine were stolen from a New York City non-profit organization that’s been leading an effort to collect and ship tactical gear to people in the warzone. Police
Former Empire actor Jussie Smollett to be released from jail on appeal
CHICAGO (AP) — An appeals court has ordered that Jussie Smollett be released from jail during the appeal of his conviction on charges that he lied to Chicago police about a racist and homophobic attack. The ruling
Nine dead in Texas head on collision, including six students and a coach returning from golf tournament
TEXAS, AP -The Texas Department of Public Safety says nine people were killed in a head-on collision in West Texas, including six students and a coach from a New Mexico university who were returning home from a
Biden Sending More Anti-Aircraft Systems, Drones to Ukraine
WASHINGTON (77WABC) — President Joe Biden said Wednesday the U.S. is sending more anti-aircraft, anti-armor weapons and drones to Ukraine to assist in its defense against Russia. The president’s comments came as he formally announced his administration
Glimmers of Hope Seen at Talks as Russia’s Onslaught Goes On
KYIV, Ukraine (77WABC) — Both Russia and Ukraine are projecting optimism ahead of another scheduled round of talks, even as Moscow’s forces rain fire on Kyiv and other major cities. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, meanwhile, has gone
7.3 Magnitude Quake Hits North Japan, Tsunami Alert Issued
TOKYO (77WABC) — A powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake has shaken off the coast of Fukushima in northern Japan, triggering a tsunami advisory. The Japan Meteorological Agency says the quake struck 36 miles below the sea on Wednesday
Singing Coach, 87, Dies After she was Attacked on NYC street
NEW YORK (AP) — An 87-year-old singing coach has died from head injuries after being suddenly shoved to the ground on a New York City street. Police say Barbara Maier Gustern died Tuesday as they searched for
77 WABC Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day!
