Inside Edition

Christmas is behind us. New Year’s Eve is just four days away. And with the war in the Middle East and a divisive political climate, people are on edge coast to coast. Steven Fabian is at the crossroads of the world where security is being beefed up for the most famous New Year's celebration in the world. And, did you absolutely love all the Christmas gifts you got this year? If not, you are not alone - a survey found 40 percent of Americans plan on returning at least one gift this year. But before you head to the store, read the fine print when it comes to return policies. Plus, we've told you about brazen thieves following people home. Now comes one of the scariest incidents yet, as a family returning from a jewelry store with pricey gems including heirlooms is attacked right in their driveway. And, the manhunt has ended for a murder suspect cops called a master of disguise because he changed his appearance so dramatically while on the run. Authorities say he is a suspect in the murder of his girlfriend. And you won't believe who was on the scene, just by chance, when he was finally apprehended - the victim's father.   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Christmas is behind us...and polls show one in ten Americans will return gifts to the store. However, if you are planning to take back your gifts this season you might be surprised at what you can and cannot do - our expert shows you how to have many happy returns. And a Christmas miracle as an officer is at the right place at the right time to save a baby. Plus, if you gave your dog a new chew toy this year beware. This is video of a pooch that’s choking being given the Heimlich maneuver - not much different than the human version. A vet came up with the technique - and you should learn it, because it could save your dog's life. And they saved lives in the Middle East, and in this country safe rooms are also becoming popular. Jim Moret checked one out first hand. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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You've probably already opened the presents under the tree…but what do you do if you got something you don't want? Les Trent has re-gifting "do's and don'ts." And brazen shoplifting has led to stores locking up...well, pretty much everything. Sometimes there's so much wait time for help, as Lisa Guerrero reports, it feels like you shop till you drop! Plus, a website came up with a list of the top ten holiday albums of all time. Did your favorite make the cut? And the average lifespan for a pet cat is about 13 or 14 years…so when this cat disappeared 12 years ago, his owners were sure he was a goner. Turns out - they were wrong. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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With the political climate and the war raging in the Middle East...some officials are describing the situation this Christmas as the most challenging threat to our security since before 9/11. Ann Mercogliano with what you need to know. And the chorus calling for the ouster of the president of Harvard is growing louder. Since her much criticized testimony before Congress, Dr. Claudine Gay's been accused of multiple instances of plagiarism in her academic work. One of those calling for her removal say Gay also copied from her. Plus, this dog deserves extra treats and toys this Christmas. Spy is a service dog for a little girl with diabetes, and when she had a medical crisis, Spy knew what to do. And they starred in your favorite holiday movies as kids...but where are they now?     To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The shooting in Prague is causing jitters around the world right before Christmas. At least 15 people were killed and more than 30 wounded after a gunman opened fire in the center of the city - very close to a Christmas shopping village popular with American tourists. And up at the North Pole, Santa may be loading his sleigh, but here at home, people are headed to the airport. Today is a peak travel day for everyone trying to be home for Christmas and we've got your survival guide for the Christmas rush. Plus, it's happened again…another scare at an amusement park. This time a mother and daughter were on a ride called "The Hurricane" when they say the latch holding them in snapped. They told Jim Moret they thought they were going to fly off. And she's a former beauty queen accused of masterminding a murder for hire plot against her husband. Lindsay Shiver has been detained in the Bahamas since her arrest last summer. Today she was in front of a judge asking permission to come home to her kids for the holidays. Lindsay Shiver has pleaded not guilty. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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They thought they'd booked a holiday cruise to the Bahamas. So why is their cruise ship headed for Canada? Well, as Ann Mercogliano reports, it wasn't the Grinch that stole their Caribbean cruise -- it was Mother Nature. And as many as one in nine adults take medication to lose weight, and with the holidays upon us, some say they're skipping a dose or two for a variety of reasons. But is it safe? Plus, remember the old warning - don't flush your goldfish down the toilet? This might be the reason why! And It was one of the most watched Netflix shows of the year. A teenager and her family awarded more than $260 million after a hospital reported to authorities possible child abuse. The mother was so devastated, she killed herself. Now, her heartbroken daughter is speaking with Inside Edition. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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That's Alec Baldwin locked in an angry confrontation with anti-war protestors. The actor was walking down a New York City street when the demonstrators swarmed him. As Steven Fabian reports, NYPD officers had to surround Baldwin to protect him from the angry mob. And, back here at home we're seeing nail biting video of a SWAT team with guns drawn searching a house for a murder suspect. But the lady who lives there says they had the wrong house she wants them to pay for the mess. Plus, an estimated 39 million passengers will be flying this holiday season. And before you head to the airport you may want to put some thought into what you wear for your flight. Jim Moret says it can make a big difference. And, a heartbreaking announcement from Celine Dion’s sister: the superstar's stiff person syndrome has advanced so much she no longer has control of her muscles. But what's she really going through? We spoke with a young woman with a similar diagnosis who has a message for Celine. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The news that Matthew Perry's death was caused by a lethal dose of ketamine is simply raising more questions. Among them, was it prescribed? Should someone with his history of addiction and underlying medical problems have been monitored differently? Jim Moret with more questions about ketamine. And she's the mom influencer whose tough love approach to parenting got her millions of followers…it also landed her behind bars. Now Ruby Franke has pled guilty to multiple counts of aggravated child abuse. Plus, as the war in Israel goes into its tenth week, pro-Palestine protesters are attempting a new tactic as they push for a cease fire. They’re trying to stop holiday shoppers and commuters this last week before Christmas. And a win Sunday for the Kansas City Chiefs - and yes, Taylor Swift was there! Meantime Swifties are breathless over what's being called “The Taylor Challenge." Ann Mercogliano gave it a try. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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