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Why carjackings have skyrocketed in parts of the country during the pandemic

Carjackings have shot up 537% in Minneapolis this year.
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December 12

Driver who crashed into crowd of people in NYC, injuring 6, is charged

Kathleen Casillo has been charged with reckless endangerment.
December 12
A vehicle plows into a crowd of about 50 people at a protest in Manhattan, New York, with multiple people injured, Dec. 11, 2020.
December 12

Snow and rain hit Midwest as storm brings snow from Rockies to Mississippi Valley

Eastern states will experience a major warm up.
December 12
Snow clouds hang over Aspen Mountain in the early morning Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Aspen, Colo.
December 12

Faces of some of the more than 294,000 lives lost in US to coronavirus

Those we've lost include Holocaust survivors, war veterans and doctors.
December 12
Faces of the coronavirus pandemic: Remembering those who died
December 12

Undercover cops dressed as Santa Claus and his elf stop suspected car thieves

Investigators are calling the operation "Santa’s Intervention."
December 12
Undercover officers from the Riverside Police Department stopped a car theft in Riverside, Calif., dressed as Santa Claus and an elf, Dec. 12, 2020.
December 11

ABC News Live Prime: Friday, December 11, 2020

NIH director: Pfizer vaccine trial results ‘absolutely astounding’; New Islamic schools open their doors to transgender women in Bangladesh; Urban agriculture grows in Compton
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VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Friday, December 11, 2020
December 11

Urban agriculture grows in Compton

ABC News Live anchor Linsey Davis looks at how activists in Compton, California, have turned to so-called “vertical farming” to tackle food insecurity exposed during the pandemic.
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VIDEO: Urban agriculture grows in Compton
December 11

It's Not Too Late: Going green for the holidays

ABC News’ Ginger Zee takes a look at how to think green as you shop for gifts this holiday season.
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VIDEO: It's Not Too Late: Going green for the holidays
December 11

The Rundown: Top headlines today: Dec. 11, 2020

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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By the Numbers: NYC bans indoor dining

The restaurant industry has been devastated by new lockdowns, cold weather and the continued stalemate over funding in Congress.
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VIDEO: By the Numbers: NYC bans indoor dining
December 11

2 businesses that lived through US history show American traditions

One business is not a stranger to tough history, and this year was no exception.
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Faribault Woolen Mills of Faribault, Minnesota, was founded in 1865. The company has woven blankets for pioneers heading west and troops during both world wars.
December 11

Investigation and conviction in 1996 murder raises questions

Stacey Stites was just 19 when she was killed in Bastrop, Texas.
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Stacey Stites went missing in 1996, when she was just 19. Her body was found just hours later.
December 11

Woman who lost family to COVID while in coma gives thanks

After a monthlong coma, Karen Nascembeni woke up in a completely different world.
December 11
After a monthlong coma, Karen Nascembeni woke up in a completely different world.
December 11

The Breakdown: FDA expected to authorize Pfizer vaccine for emergency use within days

Plus, restaurant owners struggle to stay open safely amid restrictions and a pleasant surprise one Oklahoma City hospital received on the first night of Hanukkah.
December 11
VIDEO: The Breakdown: FDA expected to authorize Pfizer vaccine for emergency use within days
December 11

Hanukkah parade passes hospital to thank health care heroes

Medical staff at an Oklahoma City hospital received quite a surprise when a parade passed by to honor the health professionals.
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Tipped-wage workers struggling to make ends meet during pandemic

Saru Jayaraman, CEO of One Fair Wage discusses a report highlighting the challenges tipped-wage workers face with many ineligible for unemployment.
December 11
VIDEO: Tipped-wage workers struggling to make ends meet during pandemic
December 11

Restaurant owners grappling with how to stay open safely amid health restrictions

As cases of COVID-19 continue to rise across the nation, restaurants are struggling to figure out how to safely stay open amid confusing rules and restrictions.
December 11
VIDEO: Restaurant owners grappling with how to stay open safely amid health restrictions
December 11

White House demanding FDA chief authorize vaccine today or resign

Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Stephen Hahn is under pressure from the White House to authorize Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine by the end of the day or resign.
December 11
VIDEO: White House demanding FDA chief authorize vaccine today or resign
December 11

FedEx, UPS teaming up to deliver COVID-19

Major shipping companies are combining forces to ensure a safe and timely delivery of the COVID-19 vaccine across the country once the FDA issues a formal approval.
December 11
VIDEO: FedEx, UPS teaming up to deliver COVID-19
December 11

Inside the massive operation to distribute a COVID-19 vaccine

Millions of COVID-19 vaccine vials are being held at a Pfizer facility in Kalamazoo, Michigan, awaiting a formal green light from the FDA to be distributed.
December 11
VIDEO: Inside the massive operation to distribute a COVID-19 vaccine
December 11

News headlines today: Dec. 11, 2020

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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VIDEO: News headlines today: July 1, 2019
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Manhattan DA's office interviews Trump lenders as part of ongoing probe

The interviews are part of a criminal probe into Trump and his company.
December 11
In this Sept. 14, 2019, file photo, the entrance to Trump Tower is shown in New York.
December 11

Amid COVID survival and losses, a woman gives thanks

"Thank you," she said, "for how hard you worked to save my life."
December 11
Karen Nascembeni returns to thank the team of nurses who helped her survive COVID-19 in the Spring while being treated in Lahey Hospital in Burlington, Mass., Dec. 9, 2020.
December 11

What you need to know about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines

Addressing concerns about taking COVID-19 vaccines as well as continuing coronavirus safety practices after vaccines are administered.
December 11
VIDEO: What you need to know about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines
December 11

ABC News Live Update: FDA votes for emergency use authorization of Pfizer vaccine

Plus, a look at the vaccine’s rollout in the U.K. after thousands received the first doses, and what you need to know about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines.
December 11
VIDEO: ABC News Live Update: FDA votes for emergency use authorization of Pfizer vaccine
December 11

Hot water turns to ice in cold air

The water transformation created a magical scene in Alaska.
December 11
The water transformation created a magical scene in Alaska.
December 11

President Trump trying to halt defamation lawsuit, E. Jean Carroll's attorney says

Matz said there should be no stay of the proceedings.
December 11
E. Jean Carroll poses for a portrait in New York, June 23, 2019.
December 11

ABC News Live Update: FDA recommends approval of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine

Plus, a look at Pfizer’s effort to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine and inside the massive effort by shipping companies to transport the vaccine safely.
December 11
VIDEO: ABC News Live Update: FDA recommends approval of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine
December 11

FDA to proceed with authorizing Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use

A discussion on the FDA moving forward with approving Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine and addressing the concerns over taking the vaccine.
December 11
VIDEO: FDA to proceed with authorizing Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use
December 11

Inside Pfizer’s effort to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine

A look at Pfizer’s preparations and planning to distribute its COVID-19 vaccine upon receiving emergency use approval from the FDA.
December 11
VIDEO: Inside Pfizer’s effort to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine
December 11

21-year-old arrested in Nashville nurse slaying

Caitlyn Kaufman, 26, was shot and killed on Dec. 3 on the way to her shift.
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Caitlyn Kaufman is seen here in an undated photo that was released by Metro Nashville Police Dept.
December 11

NOTIFIED: Dec. 11, 2020

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
December 11
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
December 11

Ghislaine Maxwell to offer $28.5 million bond in effort to get out of jail

Jeffrey Epstein's accused co-conspirator is also ready to admit she is married.
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Ghislaine Maxwell at Spring Studios in New York City, Oct. 18, 2016.
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Woodpecker enjoys a meal in slow-motion footage

A woodpecker chows down in serene footage captured on a snowy day in New Hampshire.
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VIDEO:  Woodpecker enjoys a meal in slow-motion footage
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Storm moving across US with heavy snow to North and strong thunderstorms to South

Another storm is hitting the West Coast with rain and snow.
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Snow showers move across Grouse Mountain in Avon, Colorado, Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020.
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US Navy searching for sailor from USS Theodore Roosevelt who may have gone overboard

A lookout spotted what they believed to be a person in the water.
December 11
The USS Theodore Roosevelt aircraft carrier makes its way into San Diego Bay Thursday, July 9, 2020, seen from San Diego.
December 11

F-16 pilot who crashed in Michigan pronounced dead

"Today is a day for mourning," a Fighter Wing commander said.
December 11
In this file photo Wisconsin Air National Guard, F-16 Fighting Falcon preforms practice missions using an inert, 500 pound bomb at Fort McCoy, Wis., July 13, 2016.
December 10

ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, December 10, 2020

Alabama health official: ‘We need trusted voices’ to reduce mistrust in vaccines; Getting the vaccine to Americans; Bill Gates on vaccine fight: ‘There's a lot of heroes’ to ending the pandemic
December 10
VIDEO: ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, December 10, 2020
December 10

By the Numbers: Holiday and vaccine deliveries could strain US shipping industry

Delivery giants UPS and FedEx ramp up to transport COVID-19 vaccines during the already busy holiday season, but say they’re ready for the “mission of the century.”
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American businesses thankful for support amid COVID-19 during holidays

Businesses across the U.S. are finding ways to spread holiday cheer.
December 10
228 Grant Street Candle Company owner Kendal Brown said he was grateful to all customers who supported any small business this year.
December 10

Great-grandmother sues over no-knock warrant she claims was 'wrongly' served

Nelda Price alleges she and her late-husband were cuffed and detained for hours.
December 10
Nelda Price, 69, of Fort Worth, speaks to ABC News on Dec. 9, 2020, about a no-knock warrant she says police served on her home in March.
December 10

The Breakdown – FDA panel set to vote on long-awaited COVID-19 vaccine

Plus, plans for how an approved vaccine would be distributed and doctors and front-line workers discuss their daily struggles as coronavirus cases surge across the country.
December 10
VIDEO: The Breakdown – FDA panel set to vote on long-awaited COVID-19 vaccine
December 10

First ladies discuss being kind, paying it forward this holiday season amid pandemic

First lady Melania Trump and future first lady Jill Biden discuss the importance of committing acts of kindness.
December 10
VIDEO: First ladies discuss being kind, paying it forward this holiday season amid pandemic
December 10

Your Voice: Essential workers talk potential breakthrough COVID-19 vaccine

Front-line workers discuss their struggles amid the pandemic and what the impact of a Food and Drug Administration-authorized vaccine could have across the United States.
December 10
VIDEO: Your Voice: Essential workers talk potential breakthrough COVID-19 vaccine
December 10

Great-grandmother sues police over no-knock warrant

Nelda Price said the outcome of Breonna Taylor’s case motivated her to take legal action against the Fort Worth Police Department.
December 10
VIDEO: Great-grandmother sues police over no-knock warrant
December 10

ABC News Live Update: FDA meets to vote on approving Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine

Plus, the FBI is joining the investigation into the shooting death of Casey Goodson, and a preview of the inaugural “Robin Roberts Thrivership Awards” premiering tonight at 10pm ET on ABC News Live.
December 10
VIDEO: ABC News Live Update: FDA meets to vote on approving Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine
December 10

ABC News Live Update: FDA panel to vote on Pfizer vaccine approval

Plus, how the U.K. is reacting to the COVID-19 vaccine after patients received the first doses, and how effective is Plexiglas in preventing the spread of COVID-19.
December 10
VIDEO: ABC News Live Update: FDA panel to vote on Pfizer vaccine approval
December 10

Police officer surprises girl with new doll stroller

The officer surprised the little girl with a new toy doll stroller after he broke her old one while freeing the child from it.
December 10
The officer surprised the little girl with a new toy doll stroller after he broke her old one while freeing the child from it.
December 10

Jersey City officials to honor lives lost in anti-Semitic attack, 1 year later

The attackers opened fire on a Jewish deli and killed four, including a cop.
December 10
FILE - In this Dec. 10, 2019, file photo, New York City Police officers arrive on the scene of a fatal shooting in Jersey City, N.J. Jersey City will pause Thursday, Dec. 10, 2020, to mark the one-year anniversary of the bias attack that killed a police officer at a cemetery and three people in a Jewish grocery store.
December 10

First snow hits major Northeast cities as new storm crosses country

By Sunday, New York City and Philadelphia will be in the upper 50s.
December 10
Fresh snow from a winter storm covers hundreds of sapling and growing fir trees that line a field at Harrod Tree Farm in Shirley, Massachusetts on December 6, 2020.