New Orleans Terror Attack, Truck Explodes At Trump Las Vegas Hotel, Arrest In NYC Subway Assault, Minimum Wage Increase For Many

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At Least 15 Dead In New Orleans Terror Attack

The FBI has taken the lead into the investigation of the apparent terrorist attack in the early morning hours of New Year's Day in New Orleans after a man driving a pick-up truck plowed through revelers, killing at least 15 and wounding dozens. John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.

Truck Explodes At Trump Las Vegas Hotel

The attack in New Orleans was not the only one in America on New Year’s Day, as Las Vegas officials say one person died when a Tesla Cybertruck exploded at the entrance to President-elect Donald Trump’s hotel in Las Vegas. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports authorities did confirm that the trucks in the New Orleans attack and Las Vegas explosion were both rented using the Turo app.

Man Pushed In Front Of NYC Subway Train

A 23-year-old New York City man no stranger to the law faces attempted murder charges after he allegedly shoved a commuter into the path of an oncoming subway train. Pamela Furr has the latest.

Ukraine Shuts Off Russian Gas

In a blow to the Kremlin, Ukraine says it has halted the transit of Russian gas through its territory as the war between the two countries rages. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Pearl Harbor Hero Passes

One of the last surviving heroes of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor has passed away. Correspondent Rita Foley reports on the death of Harry Chandler.

Puerto Rico Power Restored

Nearly all the lights are back on in Puerto Rico after a failure of the island’s electrical grid plunged the American territory into darkness. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.

Reactions To New Orleans Attack

The death toll has increased to 15 people after a man identified as a former member of the US Army rammed a rental pickup truck through a crowd of New Year’s revelers on the most famous street in New Orleans. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports the hunt is on for additional suspects, and people describe what they saw in the aftermath on Bourbon Street.

Sugar Bowl Delayed

The Sugar Bowl, one of college football’s biggest playoff games, was rescheduled to later tonight due to the New Year’s terror attack in New Orleans, a city that is also seeing Mardi Gras parades beginning next week into early March, and at the same time is preparing to host Super Bowl 59 in just five weeks. Correspondent Ed Donahue has that part of the story.

Other New Year’s Incidents

Along with the attack in New Orleans, the start of 2025 brought tragedy and destruction around the world. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

SCOTUS Message

Saying, "It is not in the nature of judicial work to make everyone happy,” Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts issued a warning that the United States must maintain "judicial independence."

NY Pregnancy Law

A new law in New York says employers must now offer paid medical leave during pregnancy. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.

Minimum Wage Going Up For Many

Many Americans will see a bump in their base pay starting this week. Nearly half of all states will be raising their minimum wage. Ten of the 21 states will be upping their minimums to $15 dollars-per-hour or higher.

Those Who Passed In 2024

As we close the book on 2024, we saw the deaths of an ex-president and other legends from sports to entertainment. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.

Finally

Actor Blake Lively has sued “It Ends With Us” co-star and director Justin Baldoni, which comes just after he sued The New York Times for libel on Lively’s allegations against him. Correspondent Margie Szaroleta sorts out the legal details.

As we enter a new year, this also brings a number of longtime intellectual properties, such as songs, books, and characters, into the public domain. Kevin Carr has the story.

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