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ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, November 27, 2024

East Coast storm could snarl holiday travel; Dr. Oz’s qualifications to head a federal agency providing health coverage to tens of millions; Colombian superstar singer Sebastián Yatra.
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ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
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Southern California freeways clogged on Thanksgiving eve

Aerial footage shows bumper-to-bumper traffic just north of Los Angeles on Wednesday night.
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Southern California freeways clogged on Thanksgiving eve
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By the Numbers: Turkey on Thanksgiving with a side of politics

Two new YouGov surveys ask people if they’re expecting to argue about politics during the holiday meal, and what they say they’ll be thankful for. Also, 26% expect to eat ham. What’s up with that?
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By the Numbers: Turkey on Thanksgiving with a side of politics
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ABC News Live Rundown: Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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ABC News Live Rundown: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
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'Disruptive' passenger kicks chair on United flight from Austin to Los Angeles

The FAA says it is investigating after a passenger became “disruptive” aboard a United Airlines flight traveling from Austin to Los Angeles earlier this month.
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VIDEO: 'Disruptive' passenger kicks chair on United flight from Austin to Los Angeles
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Workers inflate Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons

Every year, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons come to life outside of the Museum of Natural History in New York City.
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VIDEO: Workers inflate Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons
November 27

Stowaway discovered on board flight from New York to Paris

The person who boarded the flight went through a TSA checkpoint.
November 27
Delta airplanes sit on the tarmac at John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), Jan. 31, 2020, in New York.
November 27

The latest on the Trump transition

Plus, details on the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal.
November 27
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November 27

Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail as judge declares hip-hop mogul poses serious danger

"There is compelling evidence of Combs’ propensity for violence," judge says.
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 Sean "Diddy" Combs attends  Sean "Diddy" Combs Fulfills $1 Million Pledge To Howard University At Howard Homecoming's Yardfest at Howard University, Oct. 20, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
November 27

New details on alleged unruly passenger

New video shows an unruly passenger disrupting a flight from Paris to Atlanta, causing the flight to divert and land in Dublin.
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New details on alleged unruly passenger
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Drought, sea level rise causing salt water to shift closer to major drinking supply

Drinking water is not yet impacted, but officials are taking urgent measures.
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The Delaware River overlooking Trenton, N.J. flows downstream as seen from from Morrisville, Pa., on Nov. 25, 2024.
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TSA anticipates 'biggest' travel day in history of the agency: official

The Transportation Security Administration's security director, Jason Pantages discusses the agency's preparations for Thanksgiving travel this holiday weekend.
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VIDEO: TSA anticipates 'biggest' travel day in history of the agency: official
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FedEx deliveries of AT&T iPhones targeted in nationwide theft ring

Police warn of a crime spree involving groups stealing FedEx deliveries.
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VIDEO: Thieves targeting iPhone deliveries this holiday season
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Drought causing saltwater to enter Delaware River

More than 17 million people get their drinking water from the Delaware River basin, according to environmental nonprofit American Rivers.
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More than 17 million people get their drinking water from the Delaware River basin, according to environmental nonprofit American Rivers.
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Menendez brothers timeline: From the 1989 murders to their new fight for freedom

Lyle and Erik Menendez are each serving two life sentences without parole.
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Lyle Menendez, left, and his brother, Erik, sit in a court room in Beverly Hills, Calif. , Dec. 14, 1990.
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Daughter of animal rescuer who died in plane crash speaks out

Seuk Kim, 49, was a pilot, animal rescuer and father of three.
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This photo released by The Animal Shelter of Schoharie Valley shows Seuk Kim during a flight to deliver dogs rescued from a euthanasia list to the Animal Shelter of Schoharie County on Nov. 11, 2024.
November 27

Search called off for missing hiker and her 2 dogs

Susan Lane-Fournier, 61, was reported missing after failing to show up at work.
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The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office continues to search for 61-year-old Susan Lane-Fournier, a resident of Brightwood, Ore.
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Disney launches annual toy drive

GypC Serna, a coordinator with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots Program, discusses the organization’s partnership with Disney.
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VIDEO: Disney launches annual toy drive
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Ohio governor signs transgender bathroom ban for students

Ohio will join more than a dozen states with similar bathroom restrictions.
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine takes part in a sound check at the Fiserv Forum ahead of the 2024 Republican National Convention, July 14, 2024, in Milwaukee.
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How to survive political talk at the Thanksgiving dinner table

Lifestyle and etiquette expert Elaine Swann shares advice on navigating politics while sitting down with family and friends during the holidays.
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VIDEO: How to survive political talk at the Thanksgiving dinner table
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National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
November 27
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
November 27

Your Thanksgiving forecast: Where snow, rain is heading in the US

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City will be rainy and chilly.
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In this photo provided by Mammoth Mountain, snow is cleared as it piles up during a storm, Nov. 24, 2024, in Mammoth Lakes, Calif.
November 27

Daniel Penny's subway chokehold trial: The key takeaways

Closing arguments are expected to begin Dec. 2.
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Former U.S. Marine Daniel Penny arrives with his mother Gina Flaim Penny at Manhattan Criminal Court in New York, on Nov. 19, 2024.
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Harvey Weinstein sues NYC for 'medical negligence'

Weinstein is being held at Rikers Island while he awaits a new trial on sexual assault charges.
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Harvey Weinstein is being held at Rikers Island while he awaits a new trial on sexual assault charges.
November 27

Feds arrest man who allegedly threatened to kill Trump, visited August rally

Federal authorities have arrested an Arizona man after he allegedly posted videos online in which he threatened to kill Donald Trump and brandished an AR 15-style rifle.
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Federal authorities have arrested an Arizona man after he allegedly posted videos online in which he threatened to kill Donald Trump and brandished an AR 15-style rifle.
November 27

Beloved animal-rescue pilot dies in crash, 2 dogs survive

Seuk Kim, 49, was flying from Maryland to Albany, New York, when the plane he was in crashed Sunday evening in a remote area of Windham, New York.
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Seuk Kim, 49, was flying from Maryland to Albany, New York, when the plane crashed Sunday evening in a remote area of Windham, New York.
November 26

ABC News Live Prime: Tuesday, November 26, 2024

President-elect Trump plans to enact new tariffs "day one"; tribal leader fights to recover ancestral remains on display at a famous museum; Regina Spektor talks about decades long project "Songs."
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ABC News Live Prime: Tuesday, November 26, 2024
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Ex-FBI informant charged with lying about Biden family business faces new tax charges

Smirnov is to be tried on charges of spreading "fabrications" about the Bidens.
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In this Aug. 24, 2024, file photo, President Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden depart Old Mission Santa Ines Catholic Church after attending mass in Solvang, Calif.
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ABC News Live Rundown: Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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ABC News Live Rundown: Tuesday, November 26, 2024
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Newly Republican, Starr County will play a key role in Trump's deportation plans

Now, Starr County will play a key role in Trump's mass deportation plans.
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Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham stands in front of a new section of the state-funded border wall at a site offered to the incoming Trump administration for detention centers, near Rio Grande City, Texas, Nov. 26, 2024.
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Native American leaders' decades long fight to reclaim their ancestors' remains

ABC News' Stephanie Ramos follows a tribal leader’s journey to recover ancestral remains that have been displayed at the American Museum of Natural History for over 100 years.
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Native American leaders' decades long fight to reclaim their ancestors' remains
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Feds arrest man who allegedly threatened to kill Trump, visited rally in August

The man allegedly brandished an AR 15-style rifle in videos posted to Facebook.
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Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally in Rome, Ga., March 9, 2024.
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Harvey Weinstein sues NYC Department of Corrections for 'medical negligence'

Weinstein has been diagnosed with bone cancer, according to his associates.
November 26
Former film producer Harvey Weinstein appears in Manhattan Criminal Court on July 19, 2024 in New York City.
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Judge says Ralph Yarl shooting suspect is fit to stand trial after mental exam

Andrew Lester is set to face trial in Feb. 2025.
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Ralph Yarl
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Federal judge rules trans athlete can compete on college volleyball team

A federal judge ruled that a transgender athlete on the San Jose Spartans women's volleyball team can continue to play after a lawsuit filed by opponents.
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A federal judge ruled that a transgender athlete on the San Jose Spartans women's volleyball team can continue to play after a lawsuit filed by opponents.
November 26

Timeline: Special counsel's probe into Trump's handling of classified documents

Trump pleaded not guilty to charges of mishandling classified materials.
November 26
This image contained in a court filing by the Department of Justice on Aug. 30, 2022, and partially redacted by the source, shows a photo of documents seized during the Aug. 8 FBI search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.
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Man kills golfer in random attack with his own clubs on golf course: Police

Junior Boucher allegedly killed Brian Hiltebeitel in a random attack.
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Suspect Junior Boucher is seen in this image.
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Trump's federal prosecution ends as appeals court drops him from classified docs case

The special counsel is still pursuing the case against Trump's co-defendants.
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Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump smiles at the crowd during the National Guard Association of the United States' 146th General Conference & Exhibition at Huntington Place Convention Center, on Aug. 26, 2024, in Detroit.
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Man faces murder charges after Florida golf course beating: Police

Junior Boucher, 36, was arrested for first-degree murder after he allegedly beat Brian Hiltebritel to death in West Palm Beach, according to a police affidavit.
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Junior Boucher, 36, was arrested for first-degree murder after he allegedly beat Brian Hiltebritel to death in West Palm Beach, according to a police affidavit.
November 26

Man who went missing in 1999 found after sister sees his picture in news article

The article was looking to identify a nonverbal man who was in the hospital.
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Native Americans fight to bring 128,000 ancestors home from US museums, universities

People like Ray Halbritter believe institutions long carried out an injustice.
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Ray Halbritter at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City.
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Trump's promise to pardon Jan. 6 rioters is a 'slap in the face': Harry Dunn

Harry Dunn, a former Capitol police officer, joins ABC News Live with a reaction to President-elect Donald Trump's promise to pardon January sixth rioters.
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VIDEO: Trump's promise to pardon Jan. 6 rioters is a 'slap in the face': Harry Dunn
November 26

"Mary Poppins" turns 60: Dive into the untold story of the beloved Disney classic

Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke and others celebrate the movie's lasting legacy.
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Julie Andrews, in costume as Mary Poppins, and Walt Disney pose with teacups during the production of 1964's "Mary Poppins."
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Native Americans fight to bring ancestors home

Oneida Indian Nation member Ray Halbritter is one of many Native Americans trying to get his ancestors' remains back.
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Oneida Indian Nation member Ray Halbritter is one of many Native Americans trying to get his ancestors' remains back.
November 26

Search continues for missing 61-year-old hiker, 2 dogs

The hiker is believed to be with her two large Malinois-mix dogs.
November 26
The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office continues to search for 61-year-old Susan Lane-Fournier, a resident of Brightwood, Ore.
November 26

Search intensifies for missing 61-year-old woman and her dogs in Oregon

Susan Lane-Fournier disappeared last week while hiking with her dogs in Mount Hood National Forest.
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Search intensifies for missing 61-year-old woman and her dogs in Oregon
November 26

Ginger Zee explains the difference between climate and weather

Climate and weather are two terms that go hand in hand but often get conflated. ABC News chief meteorologist Ginger Zee breaks it down.
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VIDEO: Ginger Zee explains the difference between climate and weather
November 26

It’s cold outside. What happened to global warming?

Climate and weather are two terms that go hand in hand but often get conflated.
November 26
The low water levels in the Ashokan reservoir, part of the large reservoir system in upstate New York that provides fresh water to New York City, are shown in Ulster County, Nov. 16, 2024.
November 26

Tom Homan says he will jail mayor for challenging Trump's deportation efforts

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston said he would go to jail to stop mass deportations.
November 26
Tom Homan, a FOX News contributor and former Trump Administration Head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), delivers the keynote speech at the Columbiana County Lincoln Day Dinner, March 15, 2024, in Salem, Ohio.
November 26

How Trump’s tariffs could impact consumers

ABC News’ Alexis Christoforous discusses the potential economic impact of President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada.
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VIDEO: How Trump’s tariffs could impact consumers