The Waco siege: A timeline of the 51-day confrontation between federal agents and the Branch Davidians

The 1993 Waco siege was a 51-day armed standoff between U.S. federal agents and the Branch Davidians, near Waco, Texas. Following a deadly February 28 ATF raid, the FBI began a siege that ended in a fire on April 19, killing 76 people inside.

The Waco siege unfolds on live TV
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The standoff in Waco was headline news across the U.S. for weeks. In this LiveNOW & Then full episode, we hear about the challenges of covering the Branch Davidians, the government response, and the fiery siege fairly and accurately.

Iran latest: Strait of Hormuz 'completely open' says Iran foreign minister

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SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect April 20 in Florida  —  See what other states have bans

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Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed a 10-day ceasefire

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Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons submits resignation letter to DHS secretary

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Donald Trump on Bruce Blakeman for New York governor
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President Donald Trump spoke with reporters on Thursday about Bruce Blakeman  for New York governor. 

Justice Sotomayor issues apology over Kavanaugh comments

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California woman served 14 drinks on Carnival cruise wins lawsuit after fall

A federal jury in Florida has found the cruise line company Carnival liable for injuries sustained by a woman who fell while heavily intoxicated aboard one of its cruises. The woman also alleged that a crewmember’s false statement prevented her from investigating whether she had been sexually assaulted.

Jury finds Ticketmaster, Live Nation had concert venue monopoly

A Manhattan federal jury concluded that Live Nation and its Ticketmaster subsidiary held an unlawful monopoly in parts of the live entertainment market after a multi-state lawsuit.

Johnny Somali: What to know about Arizona 'internet troll' sentenced to prison in South Korea

An internet streamer with reported ties to Arizona has been sentenced to prison by a court in South Korea, following a number of incidents in that country. Here's what to know about the man who goes by the name "Johnny Somali" online.

White House study says DEI policies cost US economy by promoting unqualified managers

The White House released a study that found diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies hinder productivity by leading to inefficient management that undercuts economic growth.

Allbirds stock soars as shoemaker announces pivot to AI

Allbirds plans to rebrand as “NewBird AI" and shift from sustainable footwear to artificial intelligence.