Security Preparations Underway for New Year's Celebrations
Authorities in New York City estimate some one million people will pack into Times Square to watch the famous New Year’s Eve ball drop. In order to keep the public safe, the New York Police Department will have heavy weapons units and pickpocket teams patrolling on the ground as well as drones and helicopters in the skies. NBC’s Emilie Ikeda reports for TODAY on security preparations underway.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:20:45 GMT
New laws in 2026 target AI and deepfakes, paid leave and rising Obamacare premiums
As the country prepares to ring in the new year, new state laws will take effect around the country on a host of issues, including the use of artificial intelligence in health care and elections, paid family and medical leave and rising medical insurance costs.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:00:41 GMT
Federal Child Care Funds to Minnesota Halted Amid Fraud Claims
A federal investigation into alleged daycare fraud in Minnesota is growing and the Trump administration says it’s halting all federal child care payments to the state. It comes after a viral video racked up more than 100 million views online of YouTuber Nick Shirley, who describes himself as an independent journalist, says he went to ten childcare centers receiving federal and state subsidies and did not see children at the site. NBC’s Gabe Gutierrez reports for TODAY.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:33:58 GMT
Body and gun found in Texas field in search for missing 19-year-old
Authorities in Texas searching for a woman who vanished on Christmas Eve found a body and a gun in a field near her home, officials said Tuesday
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:44:09 GMT
Warren Buffet Marks Final Day as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
After nearly six decades on the job, Warren Buffett is retiring as CEO of the Omaha, Nebraska, holding company Berkshire Hathaway. The 95-year-old investor announced his retirement earlier this year and is widely regarded as a pillar on the Mount Rushmore of American business leaders.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:39:14 GMT