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By Harmeet Kaur, CNN (CNN) — On November 30, 2019, according to documents released by the Department of Justice, the lawyer Joe Nascimento, apparently representing an unnamed employee of the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, sent an email to investigators. “Good morning,” Nascimento wrote. “Just wanted to check-in as” — and then the rest of

By Jeff Winter, CNN (CNN) — When Greg Pryer served in the Marine Corps three decades ago and then worked as a New York City police officer who experienced the trauma of September 11, alcohol was his go-to coping mechanism. After retiring from the NYPD in 2015, his drinking habit only worsened, he said. Without

By Alexandra Banner, CNN It’s been a whirlwind year, and we’re grateful you have read along with us. If it all feels like a blur, CNN’s Year in Review Quiz is a fun way to jog your memory. Here’s what else you need to know to get up to speed and on with your day.

By Zoe Sottile, Andy Rose, Holmes Lybrand, Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN (CNN) — The US Department of Health and Human Services says it has frozen all child care payments to the state of Minnesota, as the FBI and Department of Homeland Security investigate allegations of fraud, including at child care centers, in the latest show of

By Elizabeth Hartfield, CNN (CNN) — Lone actors and smaller groups with a range of ideological motives pose the most significant threat to New Year’s Eve celebrations like the one in Times Square, according to a joint assessment from the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security. The report, which was obtained by CNN, specifically

By Jordan D. Brown, Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! In pop culture, this was the year of rot, slop and rage. Whether it was a debate on Sydney Sweeney’s jeans or “Love Island” binges, everything felt like a huge deal. Check out the most memorable moments of 2025. Here’s what else

CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN The next presidential election is not until 2028, but speculation is already swirling about who might make a run for the Oval Office. Take a closer look at the names beginning to come into focus. Here’s what else you need to know to get up to speed and on with

By Alexandra Banner, CNN The next presidential election is not until 2028, but speculation is already swirling about who might make a run for the Oval Office. Take a closer look at the names beginning to come into focus. Here’s what else you need to know to get up to speed and on with your

By Daniel Wine, Jordan D. Brown, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! In 1998, Americans were asked what they thought life would be like in 2025. Some of their predictions didn’t pan out, but others were right on target. Here’s what else you might have missed during your busy day. 5 things 1️⃣ Singing

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Michelle Obama, wife of 44th US President Barack Obama. Personal Birth date: January 17, 1964 Birth place: Chicago, Illinois Birth name: Michelle LaVaughn Robinson Father: Fraser Robinson, water filtration worker Mother: Marian (Shields) Robinson Marriage: Barack Obama (October 3, 1992-present) Children: Sasha, Malia

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday that falls on the third Monday in January. Facts January 19, 2026 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day. King’s actual birthday was on January 15. Timeline April 8, 1968 – Rep. John Conyers (D-MI) introduces legislation for a

By Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN (CNN) — On a day meant for family and rest, a father’s holiday joy turned to fear in Texas when his 15-year-old daughter didn’t come back from walking her dog, authorities said. When she was out past the time it normally takes to complete the walk, her parents became concerned, the

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (FLDS), a religious sect that broke away from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, also known as the Mormon Church, over the practice of polygamy. 2002-present – Warren Jeffs is the spiritual leader of

By Alexandra Banner, CNN Warren Buffett is set to retire as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of 2025. Known for his sage guidance, he became the world’s most celebrated investor and the face of the company’s brand. Here’s what else you need to know to get up to speed and on with your

By Gordon Ebanks, Toni Odejimi, CNN A second pilot involved in a midair helicopter crash in southern New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said in a statement Monday. The aircrafts, an Enstrom F-28A and an Enstrom 280C helicopter, collided in mid-air at about 11:25 a.m. Sunday after departing from Hammonton Municipal Airport, the

By Michelle Watson, Cindy Von Quednow, CNN (CNN) — Editor’s Note: This story is no longer being updated. Read our latest story for news on the winter storm. More than 30 million people are under winter weather alerts across the Midwest and Northeast early this week with another storm threatening to upend travelers’ plans on

By Mark Morales, CNN (CNN) — A reform-minded mayor is taking charge of New York City at a time when the largest police department in the country is finding its stride in its stability, touting a drop in gun violence and homicides while its current leadership stays intact. New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch