Tom Brady says family dog is clone of one that died
FOX Sports broadcaster and seven-time Super Bowl champion, Tom Brady, said in a statement that his dog, Junie, is a clone of his late dog, Lua. Lua was the late dog of Brady and his ex-wife, Gisele Bündchen. Lua died in December 2023, after the couple’s divorce was finalized in 2022. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about Brady’s family pets with TMZ’s Michael Babcock.
Death toll rises to 12 after KY cargo plane crash
We are getting more information tonight after a UPS cargo plane caught fire and lost an engine after takeoff in Louisville on Tuesday, crashing and killing at least 12 people, including a child. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Aviation Lawyer, Ladd Sanger, as authorities continue searching the industrial area next to the airport where the UPS plane crashed, gathering more information.
Multiple firefighters injured after Bronx car explosion
A car fire and apparent explosion erupted Wednesday evening in the Bronx, according to police. At least seven firefighters were injured.
Putin requests proposals on resuming nuclear testing
In response to recent statements by President Donald Trump suggesting the United States might resume nuclear tests, Russian President Vladimir Putin instructed officials to ready proposals for a potential resumption of Russia's own nuclear testing. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is getting the latest on the global interest in nuclear testing with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer.
Red Cross discusses ongoing hostage missions in Gaza
On Sunday, Israel announced that the bodies of three hostages had been returned from Gaza. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has previously been responsible for the transfer of the remaining living hostages and now works to recover any remaining bodies. Julien Lerisson is the ICRC’s Head of the Israel and Occupied Territories Delegation and speaks with LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall about ongoing recovery efforts.
Explaining the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS
We are learning more tonight after NASA says they have discovered an interstellar comet that’s wandered into our own backyard. The quick-moving object was spotted by NASA with the ATLAS telescope in Chile over the summer. Ken Gayley is an astronomy professor at the University of Iowa. He joins LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall to answer questions about the online conspiracies that suggest 3I/ATLAS might be an artificial object or even a probe from another civilization.
Election integrity a major topic after 2025 results
We have more reactions tonight after voters across the U.S. headed to the polls for statewide and local elections, including high-profile gubernatorial races. Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York City and Virginia voted for its first female governor while also flipping the seat from Republican to Democrat. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is getting a breakdown on all the election night madness with David Becker from the Center for Election Innovation & Research.
Former pilot on flight reductions during shutdown
We are learning more after the Federal Aviation Administration announced it would reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 "high volume" markets beginning this Friday. This comes after staffing shortages amid the ongoing government shutdown, which has now entered its 36th day, the longest in U.S. history. Here with LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall to share his pilot's perspective, is Mike Coffield, an Aviation Expert and former pilot.
Real estate mogul: Residents flee after Mamdani win
Miami based real estate investor Isaac Toledano, CEO of BH Group, shares with LiveNOW's Josh Breslow that in the past few months, his company has signed multiple contracts with buyers from New York amid concern of a Mamdani administration.
Democrat Sherrill wins race for NJ governor
FOX 5 New York's Teresa Priolo joins LiveNOW's Josh Breslow to share how New Jerseyans are reacting to Mikie Sherill being elected as New Jersey's new governor.
11 dead in Kentucky plane crash
At least 11 people are confirmed dead after a UPS plane crashed in Louisville during takeoff. FOX's Asher Redd joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow with the latest.
Commentators note change in Mamdani's tone
LiveNOW's Josh Breslow discusses the NYC mayoral election results and Zohran Mamdani's agenda with political analyst Richard Gordon.
Sec. Rubio hosts Foreign Ministers from Central Asia
Secretary Rubio hosts Kazakhstan Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev, Kyrgyz Republic Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev, Tajikistan Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin, Turkmenistan Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov, and Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov for the C5+1 welcome reception at the Department of State.
Takeaways from the 2025 elections
LiveNOW's Christina Evans breaks down Tuesday's election results with Kyle Kondik from the UVA Center for politics.
Bessent discusses Supreme Court arguments on tariffs
We are learning that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is ‘very optimistic’ following Supreme Court discussions on the legality of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Sec. Bessent spoke with reporters outside the White House on a number of topics related to today’s Supreme Court arguments, including on the ongoing government shutdown.
FAA will reduce flights at 40 major airports
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced airspace restrictions as the ongoing federal government shutdown continues to impact the nation’s transportation system. The FAA announced a 10% reduction in airline traffic in 40 markets to maintain safety during ongoing government shutdown.
Louisville UPS plane crash: at least 11 killed
At least 11 people are dead, including a child, after a UPS plane exploded on the runway during takeoff at the Louisville Airport. At least 15 others are injured. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and other officials provide the latest information.
Mikie Sherrill wins New Jersey governor race
Democrat Mikie Sherrill ousted Trump-backed challenger Jack Ciattarelli in New Jersey's governor's race on Tuesday. She will be New Jersey’s second female governor, after Republican Christine Todd Whitman, who served between 1994 and 2001. LiveNOW's Andy Mac spoke about Sherrill's big win with Brent Johnson from NJ.com.
NTSB provides update on UPS crash in Louisville
The NTSB gave an update Wednesday, saying it's investigating a UPS cargo plane that crashed at the Louisville, Kentucky airport and sparked a massive fire, killing at least nine people and forcing the shutdown of UPS’s largest package delivery hub.
Chicago daycare worker arrested by ICE, IL rep. says
A video shows federal agents detaining a teacher outside a North Side daycare early Wednesday. The incident comes as immigration enforcement faces legal scrutiny in Chicago federal court. Congressman Mike Quigley held a press conference on the detainment.