Feb 13 Chicago to stop using controversial gunshot detection technology this year By Sophia Tareen, Associated Press The system relies on an artificial intelligence algorithm and microphones to identify gunshots. But it has been criticized for inaccuracy, racial bias and law enforcement misuse. Continue reading
Feb 13 Watch 4:28 News Wrap: Inflation report raises new questions about U.S. economy In our news wrap Tuesday, the Labor Department's latest report raised new questions about the economy with disappointing news on inflation, a winter storm disrupted schools, commutes and flights across much of the Northeast and the heads of the CIA… Continue watching
Feb 13 Watch 7:21 FDA warns addictive ‘gas station heroin’ supplement widely available in U.S. By Ali Rogin, Courtney Norris The Food and Drug Administration has issued warnings about a potentially addictive dietary supplement that’s widely available in the U.S. "Neptune’s Fix" is often sold as a supplement and features an ingredient called tianeptine, popularly known as "gas-station heroin." Ali… Continue watching
Feb 13 Watch 10:06 ‘Momfluencers’ urged to stop showing kids on social media to protect their privacy By Stephanie Sy, Sam Weber On social media platforms, so-called "momfluencers" share parenting tips, tribulations and candid moments raising their children. Given its focus on kids, it raises questions about privacy, consent and who benefits financially. Some states are responding with new laws. Stephanie Sy… Continue watching
Feb 13 Mental health emerges as a dividing line in abortion rights initiatives planned for state ballots By Christine Fernando, Associated Press “It’s heartbreaking to hear about these policies ignoring mental health,” said Harris, now 21. “An abortion can save someone’s life, including when they’re in a mental health emergency.”… Continue reading
Feb 13 Winter storm brings snow to Northeast, causing travel disruptions and school cancellations By Dave Collins, Associated Press Power companies said they were preparing to respond to possible outages that could occur because of trees and branches falling onto electricity lines. Continue reading
Feb 13 Majority of American Jews feel less safe than they did a year ago, survey finds By Tiffany Stanley, Associated Press “I live in a rural area and my home is most likely the only Jewish home in a 30-mile radius,” a 62-year-old woman is quoted as saying in the survey report. “We don’t tell people and outside the home do… Continue reading
Feb 12 1 dead, 5 injured in shooting at a New York City subway station. Shooter is at large By Associated Press Police say at least one person opened fire at the station, which is in the Bronx at the intersection of Mount Eden and Jerome Avenues. No one is in custody. Continue reading
Feb 12 Watch 4:51 News Wrap: Houthi rebels attack cargo ship in Red Sea In our news wrap Monday, Houthi rebels in Yemen targeted another ship in the Red Sea in retaliation for Israel's offensive in Gaza, the Senate is poised to hold key procedural votes on $95 billion in aid for Ukraine and… Continue watching
Feb 12 Watch 5:46 Why communities of color are embracing youth tackle football despite safety concerns By Jenna Bloom, Sapna Bansil Football's troubles with concussions and injuries have been well chronicled. That's started to change feelings about tackle football for kids. But in some communities of color, the commitment and belief in youth football remains strong. Sapna Bansil reports from Lexington,… Continue watching