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@DeptofWar posted on X: "OFFICIAL STATEMENT: The Department of War has received serious allegations of misconduct against Captain Mark Kelly, USN (Ret.). In accordance with the Uniform Code of Military Justice, 10 U.S.C. § 688, and other applicable regulations, a thorough review of these allegations has been initiated to determine further actions, which may include recall to active duty for court-martial proceedings or administrative measures. This matter will be handled in compliance with military law, ensuring due process and impartiality. Further official comments will be limited, to preserve the integrity of the proceedings. The Department of War reminds all individuals that military retirees remain subject to the UCMJ for applicable offenses, and federal laws such as 18 U.S.C. § 2387 prohibit actions intended to interfere with the loyalty, morale, or good order and discipline of the armed forces. Any violations will be addressed through appropriate legal channels. All servicemembers are reminded that they have a legal obligation under the UCMJ to obey lawful orders and that orders are presumed to be lawful. A servicemember’s personal philosophy does not justify or excuse the disobedience of an otherwise lawful order."

First Lady Melania Trump welcomes the new Christmas Tree at the White House. Melania stood outside of the White House on Monday.

Thanksgiving travel is officially underway at the Newark and Philadelphia International Airport. FOX 5 New York's Briella Tomassetti and FOX 29 Philadelphia's Greg Payne join LiveNOW's Carel Lajara with an update on the latest conditions at both airports.

One Times Square unveils the brand-new Times Square NYE Ball and hosts a special ceremony in New York.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that the IDF killed Hezbollah chief of staff Haytham Ali Tabatabai in a Beirut strike on Sunday. LiveNOW's Carel Lajara discusses the latest in the Middle East with Benjamin Allison, Graduate Fellow at the Clements Center for National Security.

Meet Jet, the New York Jets' new service dog in training! As part of a partnership with America's VetDogs and Dime Community Bank, the Jets will host Jet for over a year to help him become a service dog for a veteran or first responder. LiveNOW spoke with America's VetDogs president and CEO John Miller about this collaboration.

The nationwide manhunt for Morgan Geyser, the woman convicted in the 2014 "Slender Man" stabbing in Wisconsin, has come to an end, authorities announced Sunday night.

In a Truth Social post on Sunday, President Donald Trump accused Ukraine of expressing "zero gratitude" for United States efforts to help broker a peace deal with Russia. Ivana Stradner from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies joined LiveNOW from FOX's Carel Lajara to provide context on where things stand.

Scottsdale Recovery Center's Lee Yaiva joins LiveNOW's J Russell to discuss the large disparities Indigenous communities face when it comes to mental healthcare and how to close the gaps.

There have been a number of reports in the past year detailing an acceleration of antisemitism across the United States. From college campuses to major cities, some argue that returning to and revitalizing Holocaust education will help to put an end to some of the violence. LiveNOW’s J Russell is speaking with Talli Dippold from the Arizona Jewish Historical Society.

The Federal Aviation Administration is preparing for what it predicts will be its busiest Thanksgiving travel period in nearly 15 years. Tuesday is expected to be the busiest airport travel day with more than 52,000 flights scheduled. LiveNOW’s J Russell is speaking with Jet OUT Founder and CEO Joseph Crivello as families across the country get ready to begin their holiday travel.

Mortgage delinquencies are increasing across the country as homeowners struggle with the cost of living. A study from WalletHub found Laredo, Texas, Detroit, Michigan, and Newark, New Jersey the most affected cities. LiveNOW’s J Russell is speaking with Stacey Onnen from HomeSmart, a seasoned real estate executive with more than 20 years of industry experience.

We are learning more this weekend after Secretary of State Marco Rubio traveled to Geneva on Sunday to meet with Ukrainian officials alongside Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. The pair have been expected to hash out Kyiv's misgivings regarding a recent peace deal proposal for Ukraine. The Trump administration has largely rejected claims that the proposal was authentic, saying it was really a Russian "wish list." LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about what comes next for Sec. Rubio in Europe with Mark Montgomery from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD).

We are learning more as authorities in Madison are searching for Morgan Geyser, who cut off her Department of Corrections monitoring bracelet and left a group home on Saturday night. Geyser and Anissa Weier were 12 years old in 2014 when they stabbed and nearly killed their classmate, reportedly to please the fictional horror character 'Slender Man'. Forensic psychologist Dr. John Delatorre joins LiveNOW’s Andy Mac to discuss the ongoing speculation surrounding Geyser’s location.

Nearly 82 million people will travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, either by plane, car or other forms of transit and the Federal Aviation Administration is gearing up for what it predicts will be its busiest Thanksgiving travel period in 15 years. However, during the busy holiday season, it’s important to take some time to reflect on what we are most thankful for. Author and Chaplain Jesse Bradley joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss how we can refocus on gratitude before the end of November.

U.S. Secretary of State Marko Rubio delivered an optimistic assessment of his talks Sunday with Ukraine on the latest proposal for a peace plan with Russia.

On Sunday, U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem hosted a press conference at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport to announce and hand out additional $10,000 bonus checks to TSA officers who displayed exemplary conduct during the government shutdown.

New York City Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani held an event at a Baptist Church in the Bronx on Sunday, after which he delivered brief remarks and took questions from the press.

Chef Darren Smith and owner of Conway, SC's Rivertown Bistro & Bonfire Taqueria shared some farm-to-table tailgating recipes that have all locally sourced ingredients.