Al Roker is most famously known as the weather anchor on NBC's "Today." He is a proud father-of-three and married to the love of his life. In addition to being one of America's most famous television personalities, Rocker is also the author of "Been There, Done That: Family Wisdom For Modern Times."
Less than twelve hours after tornado and flood warnings were issued for towns in Missouri and Oklahoma, about two dozen injuries and three deaths were reported. The tornado heading towards Missouri on Wednesday, cut a path approximately 3 miles long and a mile wide, leaving destruction in its wake.
Acclaimed illustrator and children's author Judith Kerr, most well known for "The Tiger Who Came to Tea," passed away at the age of 95. The news was shared by publishing house, Harper Collins on Twitter.
Stacey Solomon is believed to have given birth one month too early. Her boyfriend Joe Swash confirmed that both mother and baby are doing well. Joe Swash confirmed the news on Instagram by sharing a photo of Stacey still in her hospital bed, with the newborn sleeping on her chest.
"Coronation Street" star Andrew Hall, who also appeared in "Butterflies and Blood Drive," has passed away at the age of 65. The news was confirmed by his management team, who announced Hall's passing on social media.
Multiple large tornadoes are causing destructions around Central US. The first tornado for the day was confirmed in Oklahoma and is heading towards Missouri. In addition, significant hails, gale force winds, and torrential downpours will also lead to an elevated risk of flooding.
Approximately 41,000 portable ION Audio speakers were voluntarily recalled after a hydrogen gas leak in the batteries caused explosions. According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, several speakers burst while charging, "posing an explosion hazard."
Renowned actor, director, and talk show host, Sara Gilbert, announced earlier this year that she would be leaving "The Talk" after nine years on air. Gilbert explained that it was the hardest decision she had to made and that she was nervous about walking away from such a big part of her life.
Preston Epps, a percussionist who began his career in the late fifties, passed away at his home in Los Angeles at the age of 88. His daughter, Kathy Epps-Powels, confirmed that her father had passed away of natural causes earlier this month.
The Department of Health in Pennsylvania declared a Hepatitis A outbreak after approximately 171 cases were reported in the state over the past several months. Neighboring states Ohio and West Virginia had just over 2,000 reported cases during the same period.
The 71-year-old Geneviève Waïte, an actress and former model, passed away over the weekend. The cause of death has not been revealed. Her daughter, Bijou Phillips confirmed that Waïte passed away in her sleep.
Severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes are predicted in the Southern Plains through Monday evening. The storms are expected to hit before midnight. The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center (SPC) issued a high risk for portions of Oklahoma and Texas.
The 70-year-old Ric Flair is out of surgery and in the recovery room, but unfortunately, he had to postpone the upcoming "Roast of Ric Flair." Flair's wife, Wendy Barlow, said the surgical procedure – still unknown at this stage – was a success and that her husband is out of danger.
A military plane crashed in North Carolina on Monday evening. The pilot was rushed to hospital with undisclosed injuries, no other fatalities have been confirmed. The Craven County Emergency Services Director Stanley Kite said the crash was reported shortly after 6 pm on May 20, 2019.
Fans of Kim Kardashian West had been waiting for more than a week to learn the name of her and Kanye's fourth baby. The wait is now over. Kim shared a screengrab on Twitter of a message Kanye had sent to her on Mother's Day. It contained his Mother's Day message to her and a photo of their baby.
Former WWE superstar, model, radio personality, MTV Host and actress, Ashley Massaro, passed away at the age of 39. WWE said in the statement that Massaro was "beloved by her fellow Superstars and fans around the world."
An armed Air Force F-16 fighter jet returning to the March Air Reserve Base crashed into the side of a commercial building in Riverside California on Thursday. No one was injured and the pilot safely ejected from the plane.
I M Pei, the renowned architect known for East Building in D.C, the JFK Library in Boston and the Louvre Pyramid in France, passed away at the age of 102. Pei began his career designing buildings for a New York real-estate developer after having moved from Guangzhou, China to the States in 1917.
The two teenage suspects arrested in connection with a shooting spree at a STEM school in Colorado will be charged as adults. They appeared in court today. Devon Michael Erickson, 18, and the 16-year-old Alec McKinney are charged with 48 counts, including murder, attempted murder, and gun charges.
Lisa Bonet, most famously known for her roles in "The Cosby Show" and "Angel Heart," is married to Jason Momoa. Bonet and Momoa began dating in 2005 but only tied the knot in 2017. They have been together for 14 years, and that is no small feat in Hollywood.
Lawmakers in Alabama passed a restrictive abortion bill on Tuesday. Doctors who perform abortions will get a prison sentence of up to 99 years. If signed by the governor, it would be the strictest anti-abortion law in the country.
Two gunmen armed with pistols opened fire on a group of people at a bar in Mexico's tourist zone of Playa del Carmen late Monday afternoon. The State of Quintana Roo's Tourism Promotion Council said on Tuesday that no tourists were injured.
Tori Spelling reunites with the cast of the original Beverley Hills 90210 for a reboot of the American drama series. Fox released a teaser for the Beverly Hills 90210 reboot and the show, which will be named BH90210, features most of the original main cast.
Jimmy Carter, the 94-year-old former President of the United States, underwent surgery for a broken hip after falling at his Georgia home. A statement issued by the Carter Center said the former president was leaving to go turkey hunting.
Four adults were rushed to a Virginia hospital earlier today after an explosion early Friday morning left residents in shock. The fire has been extinguished but the cause of the explosion is still unknown.
Troy Shafer, host of "Nashville Flipped" passed away at the age of 38. His family described Shafer as "fit and healthy" before his death. Troy Shafer was most well know for as the presenter of the DIY Network's reality show, "Nashville Flipped." His family is at a loss for words.
Seven students were injured during a school shooting at the STEM School Highlands Ranch in Colorado near Denver on Tuesday afternoon. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that two suspects were in custody. Authorities are currently at the scene.
Proud parents Amy Schumer and husband Chris Fischer have welcomed their first child on Sunday evening, a baby boy. The couple shared the news on Instagram on Monday.
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin on Monday told House Democrats that he refuses to furnish President Trump’s tax returns, despite their legal request. Steven Mnuchin addressed a letter to the House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Richard Neal on Monday.
Sidney Poiter, a multi-award winning actor and director, is most well known for his roles in "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner" and "Lilies of the Field." Apart from his successful career, Poiter is also a family man.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus is an acclaimed American actress, voice artist, and comedian, as well as a proud mother to a 22-year-old son, Charlie Hall. He followed in his mother's footsteps and pursued a career in acting. He also had a guest role on her show, "Veep."
The former first lady, Michelle Obama, posted a personal message, proving why it's so important to share our stories and experiences with each other. Michelle Obama's book has received critical acclaim on its way to selling 10 million copies.
With Meghan Markle’s rise into the spotlight as the latest member of the royal family, lookalikes of the American beauty have popped up all over the internet. The person with the most striking resemblance to the Duchess of Sussex may just be the California plus-size model, Erica Lauren.
This doctor’s witty answer is going to make you laugh hard, but this whole joke will make you question a parent's trust in their teenager after she takes her 16-year-old daughter to the doctor.
The Duggars are at it again. Josh and Anna Duggar announced on Instagram earlier today that they are expanding their family. The proud parents posed with their five children – the youngest is 19-month-old Mason.
Canadian actress Stefanie Sherk, known for her roles in "The Bridge" and "Hashtag: The Series," passed away peacefully at the age of 37. Her husband of eight years, actor Demián Bichir, shared the news on Instagram earlier today. He said, "it has been the saddest and toughest time of our lives."
Nicholas Gonzalez and his beautiful wife Kelsey gave birth to their first child. Their daughter Ever Lee Wilde was born on the 1st of March in Los Angeles. The proud couple announced Ever Lee’s birth on Facebook proclaiming it the best day of their life.
A UK prisoner who had enough of the poor quality of the prison he found himself in has made national headlines. The inmate caught the local media's attention by sending them pictures of his daily meals. The British public is not disagreeing with his assessment of the quality of prison food.
Michael, who's already the father of a 21-year-old boy, August Manning Weatherly, decided he wasn't going to be as absent as he had been with August. Ever since the two tied the knot, Bojana Jankovic and Weatherly have given life to a little girl and boy.
Judith Sheindlin, known as TV's "Judge Judy", discussed her proposal to criminal-defense lawyer Jerry Sheindlin, and why she was the one to pop the big question. When they began dating, Jerry didn't want to commit.
The death of Demián Bichir's wife, Canadian model, and actress Stefanie Sherk, shocked the industry. Her death was ruled as a suicide after an autopsy report revealed Sherk died of anoxic encephalopathy.
UCLA and Cal State L.A. have quarantined more than 400 students and staff after two unvaccinated college students were diagnosed with measles. Measles symptoms include high fever, a cough, and a rash.
Award-winning director John Singleton is currently in a coma after suffering a major earlier stroke earlier this month. His mother, Sheila Ward, applied to be the 51-year-old Singleton's temporary conservator at the California Superior Court earlier today, in order to manage his business.
The parents of five-year-old Andrew "AJ" Freund were charged with murder in the first degree. AJ went missing six days ago. The boy's body was found on Wednesday, in a rural area off Dean Street and 176th Street in Woodstock, Illinois.
The 30-year-old singer and songwriter, Lukas Nelson, was born in Texas and was already an accomplished musician by the age of 13. He started playing guitar from an early age in an attempt to bond with his father, acclaimed singer and activist Willie Nelson.
Tony Award-winner Mark Medoff passed away at the age of 79, after a long battle with cancer. He entered hospice care at the Mesilla Valley center earlier this year after suffering a fall.
Acclaimed opera singer Andrea Bocelli took the crowd's breath away with his performance of "Can't Help Falling in Love" in Las Vegas back in 2006. Bocelli was accompanied by master pianist David Foster on the piano.
Mariska Hargitay, known for her role in "Law & Order: Special Victim's Unit," tied the knot with Peter Hermann 14 years ago. The mother-of-three met Hermann on the set of "Law & Order" in 2001 and walked down the aisle three years later.
Brenda Jackson, famed race car driver Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s mother and a longtime employee at JR Motorsports passed away after a battle with cancer. Jackson was 65. Her career at the company spanned 15 years, but racing had been a larger part of her life.
Six people lost their lives in a plane crash on Monday. It is still unclear what caused the crash, and authorities are headed to the scene to investigate. The twin-engine plane was preparing to land at Kerrville Municipal Airport.
