In 1925, a man named Frank Pepe first fired up his coal oven. Soon after, his nephew opened a restaurant just two blocks away. Both became beloved pizza spots, specializing in thin-crust pies. Now, both originals are exploring new avenues. … [Read more...] about How two classic Connecticut pizza joints are looking to the future
Israel, Hamas ceasefire deal will go into effect Sunday morning
Israel's Cabinet approved the deal that will see 33 Israeli hostages held in Gaza be released in exchange for some 1,900 Palestinian prisoners and detainees. … [Read more...] about Israel, Hamas ceasefire deal will go into effect Sunday morning
Medical school acceptances for Black students are declining. A movement wants to make change
For centuries, Black Americans hurdled barriers to practice medicine by studying in other countries, creating schools and building hospitals of their own. After the civil rights movement, just 2% of practicing doctors were Black. While that number has more than doubled, acceptance rates of Black applicants into medical schools are on the decline. Michelle Miller has more. … [Read more...] about Medical school acceptances for Black students are declining. A movement wants to make change
Game Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Washington Capitals 1/18/2025
Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images Crosby and Ovechkin are set for their 71st regular-season matchup today in D.C. Who: Pittsburgh Penguins (18-20-8, 44 points, 7th place Metropolitan Division) @ Washington Capitals (30-10-5, 65 points, 1st place Metropolitan Division) When: 7:00 p.m. ET How to Watch: Broadcasting on Sportsnet Pittsburgh and Monumental in the local … [Read more...] about Game Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Washington Capitals 1/18/2025
Trump inauguration moved indoors due to winter weather
The inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump will be held indoors at the Capitol on Monday because of the frigid weather forecast. It's the first time the ceremony will be held indoors in 40 years. Here's what to expect from the event. … [Read more...] about Trump inauguration moved indoors due to winter weather