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Bill Moyers, White House Aide Turned TV News Icon, Dies Bill Moyers, White House Aide Turned TV News Icon, Dies
Bill Moyers, White House Aide Turned TV News Icon, Dies Bill Moyers, whose five-decade career spanned broadcast journalism, political service, and public media advocacy, has died. Moyers' death on Thursday, June 26, came at a hospital in New York City. He was 91. From his early days as a press secretary to President Lyndon Johnson to his decades-long presence on PBS and CBS, Moyers built a legacy on public trust, intellectual curiosity, and civic purpose.  Moyers was best known for hosting and producing acclaimed PBS programs such as Frontline, Bill Moyers Journal, Now with Bill Moyers. His work earned him multiple Peabody Award…
Streaming Passes Traditional TV Viewing For First Time, Nielsen Says: Here's How Streaming Passes Traditional TV Viewing For First Time, Nielsen Says: Here's How
Streaming Passes Traditional TV Viewing For First Time, Nielsen Says: Here's How Streaming has officially overtaken traditional TV. In a record-setting month, streaming accounted for 44.8% of all television use in May, outpacing the combined share of cable and broadcast for the first time. The data came from Nielsen's monthly report of The Gauge, released on Tuesday, June 17. Broadcast TV made up 20.1% of total usage, while cable came in at 24.1%. The total of 44.2% was slightly behind streaming for the first time since Nielsen began tracking in May 2021. The shift reflects a dramatic rise in streaming over the past four years, with streaming usage jumpi…
Jenna Bush Hager Finally Shows Off New Haircut She Got Live On 'TODAY' Show Jenna Bush Hager Finally Shows Off New Haircut She Got Live On 'TODAY' Show
Jenna Bush Hager Finally Shows Off New Haircut She Got Live On 'Today' Show The big reveal has arrived. The "TODAY" show finally shared a photo of Jenna Bush Hager's new 'do. The "TODAY" host got the on-air chop from Chris McMillan, the celebrity stylist behind iconic looks like "The Rachel" (Jennifer Aniston), Michelle Williams, and Jessica Biel on Monday, June 16. Finally, Tuesday evening, the show shared a photo of Jenna's new look on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TODAY with Jenna & Friends (@jennaandfriends) View this post on Instagram …
'Jaws' Turns 50: Where To Watch, Celebrate Steven Spielberg's Iconic Shark Movie 'Jaws' Turns 50: Where To Watch, Celebrate Steven Spielberg's Iconic Shark Movie
'Jaws' Turns 50: Where To Watch, Celebrate Steven Spielberg's Iconic Shark Movie You're going to need a bigger couch to celebrate the golden anniversary of "Jaws." All four movies based on the 1975 classic officially began streaming on Peacock on Sunday, June 15. The move is part of NBC's celebration of the 50th anniversary of "Jaws." The thriller was set in a fictional New England town called Amity Island, based on the real island of Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. NBC will show "Jaws" in primetime at 8 p.m. on Friday, June 20, exactly 50 years after it first debuted in theaters. The three-hour broadcast will include a special introduction from director Steven Spiel…
Trump’s $45M Birthday Bash Could Cause Nightmare In Damages: Reports Trump’s $45M Birthday Bash Could Cause Nightmare In Damages: Reports
Trump’s $45M Birthday Bash Could Cause Nightmare In Damages: Reports President Donald Trump's planned military parade in the nation's capital was already expected to be expensive — now officials are reportedly warning the price tag could climb even higher. Already saddled with an estimated $45 million cost, Trump's joint birthday celebration-turned-Army parade honoring the branch's 250th anniversary is raising concerns.  Some are warning it could have unexpected repercussions, including causing millions in damage to DC streets that will cost taxpayer dollars. The cost to repair streets damaged by the planned parade on Saturday, June 14 may top $16 mill…
Uche Ojeh, Husband Of Today Show Co-Host Sheinelle Jones, Dies Uche Ojeh, Husband Of Today Show Co-Host Sheinelle Jones, Dies
Uche Ojeh, Husband Of Today Show Co-Host Sheinelle Jones, Dies The husband of a popular co-host on the Today Show has died, according to NBC. Sheinelle Jones’ spouse of 17 years, Uche Ojeh, was 45. Ojeh had been battling glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer, the network said in announcing the news. “There are no words for the pain we feel for Sheinelle and their three young children," Today co-host Savannah Guthrie said on Friday morning, May 23. "Uche was an incredible person. We all loved him. And so we want to take a moment to tell you more about the remarkable man who was Sheinelle’s perfect partner in life.” The two met at North…
George Wendt, Who Played Norm On Cheers, Dies George Wendt, Who Played Norm On Cheers, Dies
George Wendt, Who Played Norm On Cheers, Dies Actor and comedian George Wendt who played the beer-loving character Norm Peterson on NBC's iconic Cheers sitcom has died. He was 76. A cause of death has not been released. Wendt was nominated six times for Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series during Cheers' 11-year run from 1982 to 1993. He also appeared in a slew of movies, including The Little Rascals (1994), Sandy Wexler (2017), No Small Affair (1984), Fletch (1985), Airplane II: The Sequel (1982), and Outside Providence (1999). He was an alumnus of The Second City improv comed…
He's Back: Michael Jordan To Join NBA On NBC's Much-Hyped Revival He's Back: Michael Jordan To Join NBA On NBC's Much-Hyped Revival
He's Back: Michael Jordan To Join NBA On NBC's Much-Hyped Revival Michael Jordan is repeating the two crucial words from his famous 1995 fax: "I'm back." The all-time basketball legend will be a special contributor for the highly anticipated return of the NBA on NBC, the network announced on Monday, May 12. NBC will resume showing NBA games in the 2025-26 season after a 23-year hiatus. NBC made the announcement during its upfront presentation at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. "I am so excited to see the NBA back on NBC," Jordan said in a statement. "The NBA on NBC was a meaningful part of my career, and I'm excited about being a specia…
Equipment Failure Disrupts Newark Airport Air Traffic Control — Again Equipment Failure Disrupts Newark Airport Air Traffic Control — Again
Equipment Failure Disrupts Newark Airport Air Traffic Control — Again Another air traffic control outage hit Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday, May 11, as federal authorities announced plans to reduce the number of flights into the troubled travel hub. “There was a telecommunications issue at Philadelphia TRACON Area C, which guides aircraft in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport airspace,” the FAA said in a statement. “The FAA briefly slowed aircraft in and out of the airport while we ensured redundancies were working as designed.” The 11 a.m. outage marked the latest disruption at Newark Liberty, which diverted or canceled dozens of…
Stephen A. Smith Gets Murdered On NBC's Law & Order: When To Watch Stephen A. Smith Gets Murdered On NBC's Law & Order: When To Watch
Stephen A. Smith Gets Murdered On NBC's Law & Order: When To Watch Sports television personality Stephen A. Smith, will be taking on a new role — literally. Spoiler Alert: Smith plays a tough-love sports agent named Ted Hunter who is found stabbed to death on the next episode of NBC's Law & Order. It premieres Thursday, May 8 at 8 p.m.  In a description of the episode, the 21st of the show's 24th season, NBC says the murder leaves the squad "with a trail of suspects who wanted him gone; despite a wealth of evidence, Price and Maroun worry that a lack of motive will tank their case." Smith has described Law & Order as one of his all…
Trump Lies About $1.98 Gas: See Where That Number Likely Came From Trump Lies About $1.98 Gas: See Where That Number Likely Came From
Trump Lies About $1.98 Gas: See Where That Number Likely Came From President Donald Trump says gas is down to $1.98 a gallon, but that number doesn't exist at any pump in the country. In early May, Trump has repeatedly claimed gas has fallen below $2 a gallon. He made the claim in the White House, social media posts, and during an interview with NBC's Meet the Press on Sunday, May 4. Trump also said gas was $1.98 a gallon when speaking with ABC News on Tuesday, April 29, at the end of his first 100 days back in the Oval Office. "So now, if you look at what's happened, energy is down," Trump said. "Gasoline hit $1.98 in a few states during the last co…
Here’s Why Mike Tirico Was Pulled From NBC’s Kentucky Derby Broadcast Last Minute Here’s Why Mike Tirico Was Pulled From NBC’s Kentucky Derby Broadcast Last Minute
Here’s Why Mike Tirico Was Pulled From NBC’s Kentucky Derby Broadcast Last Minute NBC Sports host Mike Tirico was a "late scratch" before Saturday's Kentucky Derby after suffering a "significant" nut allergy reaction during coverage of the event.  Tirico was set to host the event before unexpectedly being forced to step away late in the afternoon on May 3, with Ahmed Fareed taking over coverage at Churchill. Downs. He later confirmed that he had to retreat to his hotel for "a significant reaction to my nut allergy."  "Hate being a scratch after making the starting gate," he posted on social media. "Just a significant reaction to my nut allergy. If you have on…
These Film Productions Helped Pump $924M Into Westchester's Economy In 2024 These Film Productions Helped Pump $924M Into Westchester's Economy In 2024
These Film Productions Helped Pump $924M Into Westchester's Economy In 2024 The cameras were rolling through 2024—and so was Westchester County's economy, officials say. Westchester's film and television sector generated a whopping $924.2 million in economic impact in 2024, according to a new report released by County Executive Ken Jenkins at the county’s annual “Future of Film in Westchester” event on Wednesday, April 30. The report, unveiled by the Westchester County Office of Tourism and Film, shows that despite national production slowdowns following last year’s writers’ and actors’ strikes, Westchester’s film boom came roaring back, supporting over 3,100 jobs …
Yes, Chef! New NBC Show Features Katonah's Martha Stewart, Jose Andres Yes, Chef! New NBC Show Features Katonah's Martha Stewart, Jose Andres
Yes, Chef! New NBC Show Features Katonah's Martha Stewart, Jose Andres A new cooking competition series is set to debut on NBC with two of the culinary world’s most recognizable names at the helm. Yes, Chef! features Martha Stewart and José Andrés as co-hosts and judges, bringing together a dozen chefs known not only for their talent in the kitchen but also for their intense personalities and competitive edge. The series will premiere on Monday, April 28, at 10 p.m. Eastern time on NBC, airing right after The Voice. Episodes will be available to stream the following day on Peacock. Stewart, age 83, is a lifestyle icon, author, and entrepreneur who built a med…
Oceanside Baker Takes Cake On 'The Great American Baking Show': 'What Just Happened?' Oceanside Baker Takes Cake On 'The Great American Baking Show': 'What Just Happened?'
Oceanside Baker Takes Cake On 'The Great American Baking Show': 'What Just Happened?' From sweet dreams to sweet bakes, Long Island’s own Kim Goldfeder is officially America’s star baker. The Oceanside musical-theater-turned-master-baker just won Season 8 of The Great American Baking Show — and let’s just say, her showstopper stole the show. In the final “celebration of spring” challenge, Goldfeder whipped up a whimsical cinnamon carrot cake with a fondant bunny alongside a vibrant cherry rhubarb pie and a savory rosemary focaccia bread. It was adorable. It was impressive. And yes, it won her the whole tent. “I did it. I can’t believe I did it,” Goldfeder said on camera aft…
'Anora' Breakout Star Mikey Madison Hosting 'Saturday Night Live' 'Anora' Breakout Star Mikey Madison Hosting 'Saturday Night Live'
'Anora' Breakout Star Mikey Madison Hosting 'Saturday Night Live' Mikey Madison, the 26-year-old breakout star of the buzzy, award-sweeping film "Anora," is set to host "Saturday Night Live" on Saturday, March 29. Madison, who plays exotic dancer Ani in the critically acclaimed film by Summit, NJ native Sean Baker, took home the Best Actress Oscar for her powerful performance — one of many major wins for the film. Mikey Madison hosts Saturday Night Live with musical guest Morgan Wallen on March 29, 2025. Saturday Night Live. Saturday Night Live Sarah Sherman and Mikey Madison on SNL. Rosalind O'Connor/NBC The musical guest is Morgan Wall…
Ed Sheeran Opening Pop-Up Pub In Ipswich: See Why Your Old Phone Is The Cover Charge Ed Sheeran Opening Pop-Up Pub In Ipswich: See Why Your Old Phone Is The Cover Charge
Ed Sheeran Opening Pop-Up Pub In Ipswich: See Why Your Old Phone Is The Cover Charge A superstar singer known for a song reminiscing about a photograph now wants you to grab an old cellphone and come to his pop-up pub on the North Shore of Massachusetts. Ed Sheeran will open up the limited-time bar called "The Old Phone Pub", the singer-songwriter confirmed on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" on Wednesday, Mar. 26. The pub will be in Ipswich, which shares a name with Sheeran's hometown in England. The pub will only stand for two days – Friday, Mar. 28, and Saturday, Mar. 29 – and is inspired by Sheeran's new song "Old Phone" from his latest album "Play". It's his fi…
Chili's Honors 'The Office' With Retro Restaurant In PA Inspired By Scranton's Hit Show Chili's Honors 'The Office' With Retro Restaurant In PA Inspired By Scranton's Hit Show
Chili's Honors 'The Office' With Retro Restaurant In PA Inspired By Scranton's Hit Show Like Pam Beesly, you just might feel God in this Chili's one night. Chili's will open a special restaurant inspired by "The Office" in Dickson City, Pennsylvania, a few miles outside the TV show's hometown of Scranton, the company said in a news release on Wednesday, Mar. 26. The "Scranton Branch" was announced 20 years after the US version of the comedy classic debuted on Thursday, Mar. 24, 2005. "The Office" was set at the fictional Dunder Mifflin Paper Company and its Scranton branch. The NBC hit prominently features Scranton, right down to a parody of a song from "Saturday Nig…
LI's Tatyana Ali, Will Smith Break The Internet Recreating Iconic 'Fresh Prince' Dance LI's Tatyana Ali, Will Smith Break The Internet Recreating Iconic 'Fresh Prince' Dance
LI's Tatyana Ali, Will Smith Break The Internet Recreating Iconic 'Fresh Prince' Dance Will Smith and Tatyana Ali just broke the internet. The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air duo sent fans into a frenzy after Smith posted a TikTok video of him and Ali recreating one of the most iconic dance scenes from the ‘90s sitcom. Smith initially shared a clip as part of a viral trend inspired by a classic Fresh Prince moment: the scene where Will walks in on his cousin Ashley (Ali) dancing to music on her Walkman, then starts copying her moves behind her back. When she finally turns around, she finds him mid-dance battle, busting out some legendary moves of his own. For weeks, TikTok users hav…
NBC Names Tom Llamas As Nightly News Anchor NBC Names Tom Llamas As Nightly News Anchor
NBC Names Tom Llamas As Nightly News Anchor It didn't take long for NBC to decide on its choice as the next anchor of its Nightly News broadcast. On Monday, Feb. 24, Lester Holt announced he would stepping down after a 10-year-run at the start of the summer. On Wednesday, March 5, NBC News announced Tom Llamas will take over for Holt. Llamas, age 45, is a senior national correspondent and anchor of “Top Story with Tom Llamas,” an evening newscast that streams on NBC News NOW. “I look forward to working with the world class journalists at ‘Nightly News’ and ‘Top Story’ to bring viewers the most important stories every night,” Llamas…
Al Roker Surprised With Honorary Doctorate From Siena College: 'I Am Thrilled' (VIDEO) Al Roker Surprised With Honorary Doctorate From Siena College: 'I Am Thrilled' (VIDEO)
Al Roker Surprised With Honorary Doctorate From Siena College: 'I Am Thrilled' (Video) You may call him Dr. Roker. Longtime Today show weatherman Al Roker got an unexpected forecast of his own: Siena College is awarding him with an honorary doctorate degree. And the news came in the most fitting way possible–on live TV. During a special “breaking news” segment by the college’s student-run SCTV News team on Wednesday, Feb. 26, Roker joined from the Today studios in Manhattan to give a campus-centric forecast for Loudonville. After assuring students that the frigid days were numbered, Roker heard from Siena alum and NBC executive producer Tom Mazzarelli, who had a forecast of…
'Dexter: Resurrection' Films Scenes In Yonkers (PHOTOS) 'Dexter: Resurrection' Films Scenes In Yonkers (PHOTOS)
'Dexter: Resurrection' Films Scenes In Yonkers (Photos) Westchester residents who are fans of television's most iconic serial killer may be thrilled to learn that the "Dexter" franchise's next show will have local ties to the county.  Scenes for "Dexter: Resurrection," an upcoming sequel series to Showtime's popular "Dexter" show, were filmed in Yonkers on Woodworth Avenue, city officials said on Tuesday, Feb. 26.  The upcoming series, set to premiere in June, will be the second sequel to the original series and will follow "Dexter: New Blood." It will see Michael C. Hall again reprising his role as the titular anti-hero serial killer.…
Skating Stars To Honor DC Plane Crash Victims, Support Families With Tribute Show Skating Stars To Honor DC Plane Crash Victims, Support Families With Tribute Show
Skating Stars To Honor DC Plane Crash Victims, Support Families With Tribute Show A star-studded lineup of figure skating icons will perform in a tribute show honoring the 67 people killed in the plane crash over the Potomac River in Washington, DC. "Legacy On Ice" will be held at Capital One Arena at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Mar. 2. Several Olympic and world champions will skate at the fundraiser, including Brian Boitano, Nathan Chen, Peggy Fleming, Nancy Kerrigan, and Johnny Weir. The two-hour program will blend live performances and storytelling, recognizing the victims and their families after the crash on Wednesday, Jan. 29. An American Airlin…
Iconic MSG Sportscaster Al Trautwig Dies At 68: 'We Lost A Legendary Voice' Iconic MSG Sportscaster Al Trautwig Dies At 68: 'We Lost A Legendary Voice'
Iconic MSG Sportscaster Al Trautwig Dies At 68: 'We Lost A Legendary Voice' A broadcaster whose voice was synonymous with New York sports has died. Al Trautwig, a longtime sportscaster on MSG Network, has died at 68 years old. A cause of death wasn't immediately available but the Long Island native had been battling cancer in recent years. MSG studio analyst Alan Hahn announced Trautwig's death in an Instagram post on Monday, Feb. 24. "I'm sad to share the news that we lost a legendary voice in sports," Hahn posted. "But we lost a lot more than that. He was not only a friend, but a mentor and a teacher. He was, personally, one of my biggest resource…
'I Made A Mistake:' Amityville Singer Has 'The Voice' Coaches Doubling Back 'I Made A Mistake:' Amityville Singer Has 'The Voice' Coaches Doubling Back
'I Made A Mistake:' Amityville Singer Has 'The Voice' Coaches Doubling Back Dan Kiernan, a 33-year-old singer from Long Island brought the house down on NBC’s "The Voice" with his powerful performance of "High Hopes." Coaches John Legend and Michael Bublé quickly turned their chairs for Kiernan, of Amityville, but Kelsea Ballerini and Adam Levine held back. After the song ended, Kiernan told the judges he was passionate about songwriting and using his music to represent his community. Ballerini admitted she made a mistake by not turning her chair. "I didn't turn my chair, I'm not quite sure why," she told Kiernan. View this post on Instagram …
Expect To See Former 'SNL' Cast Members With CT Ties During 50th Anniversary Show Expect To See Former 'SNL' Cast Members With CT Ties During 50th Anniversary Show
Expect To See Former 'SNL' Cast Members With CT Ties During 50th Anniversary Show "Saturday Night Live" will celebrate its 50th anniversary this weekend, and two former castmates with Connecticut connections will be on hand. No native of the Nutmeg State has ever been among the "Not Ready for Prime Time Players," but two performers with state ties who made big impacts on the iconic NBC sketch show are scheduled to appear on the Sunday, Feb. 16, anniversary show.  Those are Kevin Nealon and Bobby Moynihan. Related: SNL's Colin Jost To Host Comedy Show At Mohegan Sun Arena Nealon — born in Texas but raised in Bridgeport — was part of the NBC series from 1986 un…
As SNL50 Approaches, Colin Jost Announces Mohegan Sun Arena Show With Castmates As SNL50 Approaches, Colin Jost Announces Mohegan Sun Arena Show With Castmates
As SNL50 Approaches, Colin Jost Announces Mohegan Sun Arena Show With Castmates Live from Mohegan, it's Saturday night! As "Saturday Night Live" prepares to celebrate 50 years of comedy genius and iconic cultural moments, three cast members have announced a live standup show at Mohegan Sun Arena. "Colin Jost and Friends" will take place at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Apr. 26, the Uncasville casino said in a news release on Thursday, Feb. 13. The "Weekend Update" co-anchor since 2014 and husband of actress Scarlett Johannson will be joined by fellow SNL cast members Marcello Hernández and James Austin Johnson. Jost has been a key part of SNL since joining as a writer…
'FBI: Most Wanted' Films At Facility In Mount Vernon 'FBI: Most Wanted' Films At Facility In Mount Vernon
'FBI: Most Wanted' Films At Facility In Mount Vernon A senior care and housing provider in Westchester became a key filming location for CBS’s popular drama "FBI: Most Wanted."  Wartburg Senior Living's 34-acre campus in Mount Vernon was recently used as a backdrop for various scenes set to air in the show's next season, Wartburg representatives said on Monday, Feb. 10.  The facility welcomed the cast and crew over multiple days this past fall and more recently, hosting stars Dylan McDermott, Keisha Castle-Hughes, and Roxy Sternberg, along with over 100 crew members and extras.  The campus's mix of modern and historic architec…
A.J. Brown's Sideline Book Reaches No. 1 On Amazon Thanks To Eagles Fans A.J. Brown's Sideline Book Reaches No. 1 On Amazon Thanks To Eagles Fans
A.J. Brown's Sideline Book Reaches No. 1 On Amazon Thanks To Eagles Fans NFL wide receivers specialize in reading defenses but one Philadelphia Eagles wideout's book he literally read on the sidelines is exploding in popularity. Eagles WR A.J. Brown was seen reading a book on the sidelines during Philly's 22-10 win over the Green Bay Packers in an NFC Wild Card game on Sunday, Jan. 12. Former baseball player-turned-author Jim Murphy wrote the book called 'Inner Excellence'. FOX Sports cameras caught Brown pulling out the book in a moment that went viral among sports fans. "I haven't seen too many people read books [on the sidelines] but I've seen a qu…
Longtime NBC Washington Reporter, DC Native Derrick Ward Dies At 62 Longtime NBC Washington Reporter, DC Native Derrick Ward Dies At 62
Longtime NBC Washington Reporter, DC Native Derrick Ward Dies At 62 Veteran NBC Washington reporter Derrick Ward has died at the age of 62 after suffering complications from a recent cardiac arrest, the station confirmed on Wednesday. Ward, a District resident, had been a staple in the community for years, having reported for NBC, as well as local station WTOP after getting his start in upstate New York .  He has been covering his hometown community since 2006. Ward was pronounced dead on Wednesday, Jan. 7 following the complications, his family confirmed in a statement. No further details have been provided. "We'll miss his writing, his reporting, h…
Beloved Nyack Firefighter, Coach, Family Man Miles E. Taylor Dies Suddenly Beloved Nyack Firefighter, Coach, Family Man Miles E. Taylor Dies Suddenly
Beloved Nyack Firefighter, Coach, Family Man Miles E. Taylor Dies Suddenly Sometimes, you never know who that firefighter is working to save. But all have a story, as does Miles E. Taylor, former Chief of the Nyack Fire Department in Rockland County, who died suddenly on Saturday, Dec. 28. Taylor, 60, of Nyack and Perkinsville, VT, was a well-known video producer for major news outlets, including ESPN, CNN, CBS, and NBC. He was also a member of the Nyack Fire Department since age 16. In his obituary, Taylor's wife, Lee-Ann Taylor, said he loved adventure and the thrill of danger. In addition to his work as a video producer, he worked with Fireworks by Grucci, tr…