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American Airlines plane, military helicopter collide near DCA, crash into Potomac River

American Airlines plane, military helicopter collide near DCA, crash into Potomac River

……………….. ARLINGTON, Va. (DC News Now) — Officials indicated a number of people died after an American Airlines flight collided with a military helicopter Wednesday night, causing both to crash into the Potomac River. DC Fire and EMS (DCFE) and the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said they received multiple calls about the incident near Ronald…

What we know about the DC plane crash victims

What we know about the DC plane crash victims

(NewsNation) — As officials continue their search and recovery operation after an American Airlines regional jet collided with a military helicopter while preparing to land at Ronald Reagan National Airport near Washington, D.C., more than two dozen bodies have been recovered from the Potomac River. Officials said 27 bodies were recovered from the jet, which was…

Wisconsin woman dies after early morning single-vehicle crash

Wisconsin woman dies after early morning single-vehicle crash

WINFIELD, Wis. (WFRV) – A 49-year-old woman died early Wednesday morning after failing to make a turn, crashing into multiple trees off-road. According to the Sauk County Sheriff’s Office, the Sauk County Communications Center received a report of a single-vehicle crash near CTH K at Gavin Road in Winfield around 5:15 a.m. on Wednesday. Massive…

Entertainment News

Post Malone Set To Headline Pre-Super Bowl Concert

Post Malone Set To Headline Pre-Super Bowl Concert

Post Malone is headlining the Super Bowl LIX Tailgate Concert in New Orleans on February 9. The event – which will be live-streamed on YouTube – will feature the crossover country superstar’s performance just before the big game. The pregame show will take place “steps away” from the Caesars Superdome at 4 p.m. ET, kicking…

Madonna Does Surprise Standup Comedy Set In New York City

Madonna Does Surprise Standup Comedy Set In New York City

Madonna made a surprise return to standup comedy in New York City over the weekend. The Material Girl performed a 30-minute set at the Comedy Cellar on Saturday night (January 25), thanks to an invitation from comedian/actor Amy Schumer. Although the audience was initially stunned by Madonna’s presence, she eventually managed to warm them up…

Rihanna Shows Support For A$AP Rocky At Start Of His Gun Trial In Los Angeles

Rihanna Shows Support For A$AP Rocky At Start Of His Gun Trial In Los Angeles

Rihanna showed support for her longtime partner A$AP Rocky at the beginning of his gun assault trial in Los Angeles on Wednesday (January 29). After evading a throng of paparazzi outside, the music superstar and fashion mogul made a surprise appearance in the courtroom, sitting front row alongside Rocky’s mom and sister. The alleged victim,…

Twelve New Performers Added To Grammy Awards Star-Studded Live Music Lineup

Twelve New Performers Added To Grammy Awards Star-Studded Live Music Lineup

On Wednesday (January 29), the Recording Academy announced twelve new live performers that will be taking part in the upcoming 2025 Grammy Awards ceremony. The night’s star-studded live lineup now includes Stevie Wonder, Cynthia Erivo, Coldplay’s Chris Martin, Lainey Wilson, Herbie Hancock, Brittany Howard, Brad Paisley, Janelle Monáe, John Legend, Sheryl Crow, St. Vincent, and…