Holiday travel: This Thanksgiving, the American Automobile Association (AAA) projects 79.9 million travelers will go more than 50 miles from their homes this year. While traffic, weather and delays can impact trips, there are ways to make your Thanksgiving travel smoother. NewsNation is tracking Thanksgiving travel nationwide. Get the latest weather and travel updates >
Weather: For those heading out, check the weather first, as winter weather has the potential to affect travel plans in a number of states. An Arctic blast in the Midwest and wet weather in the Eastern U.S. could disrupt travel over the next several days. What to know >
Hitting the road: For those traveling by car, there’s some good news. Gas prices are lower this holiday compared to last year, with the national average potentially falling below $3 per gallon before holiday travel kicks into high gear. Read more >
Taking to the skies: Air travel is expected to increase by 2% compared to last year and up nearly 11% from pre-pandemic levels in 2019. That comes with an increase, with domestic flights costing 3% more this year compared to the previous Thanksgiving. Flight statuses >
Meal deals: Thanksgiving dinner is expected to cost less this year (here’s which items are cheaper), and major grocers across the U.S. are competing for a spot on the table, offering meal deals to win over customers. Details >
Stores on Thanksgiving: Whether you forgot an item or need a replacement meal for a burnt turkey, the retailers open to serve your needs on Thanksgiving Day may be limited. List: Grocery stores open for Thanksgiving >
Restaurants open: If you’re looking for a pre-turkey trot coffee or a meal for your family, various restaurants will be open for Thanksgiving this year. List: Fast food restaurants open on Thanksgiving >
Food safety: Outbreaks of some types of food poisoning tend to rise in November and December, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Thanksgiving tips to keep your food safe >
On the side: Turkey may not be the star of the show in some homes this holiday season, according to a recent study. Campbell’s Company recently released its third annual State of the Sides report, which examines Thanksgiving side dishes and recipe trends. Map: See the favorite Thanksgiving sides by state >
Talking politics: Some families might have a side of politics with their meal, especially in the aftermath of the 2024 election. Dr. Mena Mirhom, a psychiatry professor at Columbia University Medical Center, said on “NewsNation Live” that there are strategies people can take to prepare for political conflict this holiday season and navigate it in a healthy way. Check it out >
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Transfer of power: President-elect Donald Trump reached a required agreement with President Joe Biden’s administration Tuesday to allow his transition staff to coordinate with the existing federal workforce before he takes office on Jan. 20. Read more >
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2024 election: Democratic megadonor John Morgan joined “CUOMO” on Monday night to discuss the failed Harris-Walz campaign, claiming former President Barack Obama and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi did not want Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee to replace President Joe Biden. Watch the interview >
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Shooting: Sources tell NewsNation investigative producer Allison Weiner that former Letcher County, Kentucky, Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines and his wife “had some sort of dispute” the night before District Judge Kevin Mullins was fatally shot. The latest >
Stines charged: The shooting happened in the judge’s chambers at the county courthouse in September, where Stines and Mullins had worked together for years. Detectives investigating the scene have confirmed that Stines tried to call his daughter on Mullins’ phone and his own phone just before the shooting. Stines resigned after the shooting, and a grand jury indicted him last week on one count of murder of a public official. Read more >
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Recall alert: A chicken-based dog treat sold online and in stores across 19 states has been recalled over the potential risk of salmonella. The product, Hollywood Feed Carolina Made Chicken Chips, was manufactured by Carolina Prime Pet, Inc. in Lenoir, North Carolina, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The decision to recall the treats comes after third party laboratory tests noted the “potential for contamination.” What you need to know >
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We’re keeping an eye on these topics today. Make sure you tune in to our latest coverage and share your thoughts with us on social media!
Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with Pope Francis in Vatican City. Pennsylvania releases results of its U.S. Senate race recount.
The U.S. Department of Labor shares its jobs report.
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A U.S. Army veteran has been living on a concrete driveway after Hurricanes Helene and Milton destroyed his Florida home. Read more >
Tom Homan, President-elect Trump’s pick for “border czar,” said he is willing to put Denver Mayor Mike Johnston in jail over his vow to protect migrants in the city after Trump promised mass deportations. Full report >
An Ohio man learned he will spend several years behind bars after he was convicted of shooting a man in the face because he wouldn’t share his potato chips. Details >
Charlotte Douglas International Airport workers in North Carolina are back on the job after striking on Monday. What to know >
A Virginia pilot and a rescue dog he was transporting were killed after a plane he was flying crashed in New York, authorities said. Read more >
A 24-year-old man died by electrocution while installing Christmas lights on the roof of a home in Southern California, officials said. The latest >
A Las Vegas home invasion suspect faces a new charge for exposing herself to reporters before a court hearing. What to know >
An FBI agent was arrested in Maryland on Monday and is charged with sexually assaulting two women. The investigation >
A visitor to a Tennessee museum said he didn’t hesitate to remove multiple racist and hateful Santa letters near a Christmas tree. Details >
A Connecticut couple faces charges in Minnesota for allegedly being part of a shoplifting ring suspected of stealing around $1 million in items across the country from Lululemon. The investigation >
A federal court lifted restrictions on an Oregon tribe’s rights to hunt, fish and gather. Read more >
Video has surfaced of a man throwing what appears to be coffee at a charging elk near a Colorado lake. Watch >
Country music star Chris Stapleton went to a Missouri hospital to visit a teen who survived a crash that left her family dead. Read more >
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Offensive linemen on the Lobos Football team in New Mexico took a break from practice to help people ahead of Thanksgiving. Players donated their time and Name, Image and Likeness funds to buy turkeys and fixings for those in need. Read more >
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