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Michigan attorney general, 42 others reach $700M nationwide settlement against Johnson & Johnson
Read full article: Michigan attorney general, 42 others reach $700M nationwide settlement against Johnson & JohnsonMichigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and 42 other attorney generals reached a $700 million nationwide settlement to resolve allegations about marketing Johnson & Johnson's baby powder and body powder products containing talc.
Man to get probation in fatal shooting of Detroit police officer girlfriend
Read full article: Man to get probation in fatal shooting of Detroit police officer girlfriendWhile being treated for his injuries at a Garden City hospital, Johnson reportedly told police he shot Williams during a struggle after she shot him.
Lawmakers honor House clerk who served during chaos of Jan. 6 and McCarthy speaker votes
Read full article: Lawmakers honor House clerk who served during chaos of Jan. 6 and McCarthy speaker votesLawmakers have honored the official charged with maintaining order in the House during two of the chamber’s most tumultuous moments — the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol and last year’s longest race for House speaker since before the Civil War.
Tory front-runner Truss vows fast action on cost of living
Read full article: Tory front-runner Truss vows fast action on cost of livingLiz Truss, who is expected to become Britain's prime minister this week, has pledged to act within a week to tackle a cost-of-living crisis fueled by soaring energy bills linked to the war in Ukraine.
J&J to end sales of baby powder with talc globally next year
Read full article: J&J to end sales of baby powder with talc globally next yearJohnson & Johnson is pulling baby powder containing talc worldwide next year after it did the same in the U.S. and Canada amid thousands of lawsuits claiming it had caused cancer.
Smith leads Auburn to 10th straight NCAA opening win, 80-61
Read full article: Smith leads Auburn to 10th straight NCAA opening win, 80-61Freshman Jabari Smith 20 points and 14 rebounds as second-seeded Auburn pulled away from Jacksonville State late in the first half to win its 10th straight NCAA Tournament opener 80-61 in the Midwest Region.
Surging Texas A&M stuns No. 4 Auburn 67-62 in SEC tourney
Read full article: Surging Texas A&M stuns No. 4 Auburn 67-62 in SEC tourneyTyrece Radford scored 19 points and Quenton Jackson made five throws in the final minute as Texas A&M beat fourth-ranked Auburn 67-62 in the quarterfinals of the Southeastern Conference Tournament.
Green's late layup sends No. 1 Auburn past Georgia 74-72
Read full article: Green's late layup sends No. 1 Auburn past Georgia 74-72Wendell Green Jr. made a tiebreaking layup with four seconds remaining and No. 1 Auburn got past Georgia 74-72, extending the nation’s longest winning streak to 19 games.
Prescription drugs, medical devices boost J&J in Q4
Read full article: Prescription drugs, medical devices boost J&J in Q4Growing prescription drug and medical device sales nudged Johnson & Johnson past fourth-quarter earnings expectations, and the health care giant’s COVID-19 vaccine gained momentum as well.
Puerto Rico battles COVID-19 surge, imposes new measures
Read full article: Puerto Rico battles COVID-19 surge, imposes new measuresPuerto Rico is imposing new measures to fight a surge in COVID-19 cases that has overwhelmed medical staff in the U.S. territory and led to temporary shortages of testing kits.
EU regulators: J&J vaccine booster OK to give after 2 months
Read full article: EU regulators: J&J vaccine booster OK to give after 2 monthsThe European Union drugs regulator says people 18 and older can receive a booster shot for the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine at least two months after their initial shot of the one-dose vaccine.
No. 22 UConn survives, beats No. 19 Auburn 115-109 in 2OT
Read full article: No. 22 UConn survives, beats No. 19 Auburn 115-109 in 2OTTyler Polley scored a career-high 24 points and hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 2:58 left in the second overtime to help No. 22 UConn beat No. 19 Auburn 115-109 in Wednesday’s first round of the Battle 4 Atlantis.
Task force calls for change in Michigan’s court system to prevent wrongful convictions
Read full article: Task force calls for change in Michigan’s court system to prevent wrongful convictionsMichigan has seen a lot of convicted felons go free recently and a closer look at how those convictions happened in the first place reveals considerable concern about the court system.
Johnson & Johnson asks high court to void $2B talc verdict
Read full article: Johnson & Johnson asks high court to void $2B talc verdictJohnson & Johnson is asking for Supreme Court review of a $2 billion verdict in favor of women who claim they developed ovarian cancer from using the company’s talc products.
Prayer vigil held to honor slain Detroit police sergeant after accused killer released on bond
Read full article: Prayer vigil held to honor slain Detroit police sergeant after accused killer released on bondFriends, family and Detroit police gathered on Friday to remember slain Sgt. Elaine Williams after bond was reduced for her accused killer
Oakland County COVID vaccine: 5,000 Johnson & Johnson doses set aside for ages 18-24
Read full article: Oakland County COVID vaccine: 5,000 Johnson & Johnson doses set aside for ages 18-24Oakland County is setting aside 5,000 doses of the Johnson & Johnson single-shot COVID-19 vaccine for residents age 18-24 to help ensure college students get vaccinated and don't spread the virus.
Nightside Report April 5, 2021: Garden City man charged with murder of Detroit officer granted bond, Family seeks justice for mother killed 22 years ago
Read full article: Nightside Report April 5, 2021: Garden City man charged with murder of Detroit officer granted bond, Family seeks justice for mother killed 22 years agoHere are tonight's top stories.
Biden launches community corps to boost COVID vaccinations
Read full article: Biden launches community corps to boost COVID vaccinationsThe Biden administration is unveiling a coalition of community, religious and celebrity partners to promote COVID-19 shots as it seeks to overcome vaccine hesitancy.
Here is Michigan’s updated COVID-19 vaccination schedule: Who is eligible and when
Read full article: Here is Michigan’s updated COVID-19 vaccination schedule: Who is eligible and whenFILE - This Saturday, March 6, 2021 file photo shows vials of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine in the pharmacy of National Jewish Hospital for distribution in east Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)The state of Michigan announced Friday, March 12 that every resident 16 and older will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine starting April 5. Michigan's estimated schedule for first doses administered as of March 12, 021 (MDHHS)View PDF: Michigan’s vaccination phases and priority groups“The safe COVID-19 vaccine is the most effective way to protect you, your family and others from the virus,” said Gov. I urge all eligible Michiganders to get one of the three COVID-19 vaccines. From the CDC: Information about COVID-19 Vaccines for People who Are Pregnant or Breastfeeding
President Biden speaks on anniversary of COVID shutdown
Read full article: President Biden speaks on anniversary of COVID shutdown(AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)President Joe Biden delivered his first prime-time speech since taking office. Related: Congress OKs $1.9T virus relief bill in win for Biden, DemsEarlier Thursday, Biden signed a landmark $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill. “This historic legislation is about rebuilding the backbone of this country,” Biden said as he signed the bill in the Oval Office. Biden originally planned to sign the bill on Friday, but it arrived at the White House more quickly than anticipated. Ad“We want to move as fast as possible,” tweeted White House chief of staff Ron Klain.
Watch live: President Biden addresses nation on anniversary of COVID shutdown
Read full article: Watch live: President Biden addresses nation on anniversary of COVID shutdown(AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)President Joe Biden is set to deliver his first prime-time address since taking office. Watch live at 8 p.m. Thursday:Related: Congress OKs $1.9T virus relief bill in win for Biden, DemsEarlier Thursday, Biden signed a landmark $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill. “This historic legislation is about rebuilding the backbone of this country,” Biden said as he signed the bill in the Oval Office. Biden originally planned to sign the bill on Friday, but it arrived at the White House more quickly than anticipated. Ad“We want to move as fast as possible,” tweeted White House chief of staff Ron Klain.
Live stream: President Biden addresses nation on anniversary of COVID shutdown
Read full article: Live stream: President Biden addresses nation on anniversary of COVID shutdown(AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)President Joe Biden delivered his first prime-time address since taking office. This live stream has endedRelated: Congress OKs $1.9T virus relief bill in win for Biden, DemsEarlier Thursday, Biden signed a landmark $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill. “This historic legislation is about rebuilding the backbone of this country,” Biden said as he signed the bill in the Oval Office. Biden originally planned to sign the bill on Friday, but it arrived at the White House more quickly than anticipated. Ad“We want to move as fast as possible,” tweeted White House chief of staff Ron Klain.
EU regulator recommends using J&J's one-shot vaccine
Read full article: EU regulator recommends using J&J's one-shot vaccineFILE - This Saturday, March 6, 2021 file photo shows vials of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine in the pharmacy of National Jewish Hospital for distribution in east Denver. The EMA has already recommended COVID-19 vaccines made by Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna and AstraZeneca — but all of those vaccines require two doses, several weeks apart. AdIn its statement Thursday, the EMA said the J&J vaccine was about 67% effective. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave an emergency authorizatio n to the J&J shot in late February. AdA massive study that spanned three continents found the J&J vaccine was 85% effective in protecting against severe illness, hospitalizations and death.
Pandemic leaves tribes without US recognition at higher risk
Read full article: Pandemic leaves tribes without US recognition at higher riskAs COVID-19 disproportionately affects Native American communities, many tribal leaders say the pandemic poses particular risks to tribes without federal recognition. AdThe 574 federally recognized tribes shared $8 billion from a massive coronavirus relief package approved last March. Five more tribes in Louisiana, North Carolina and California are seeking federal recognition but haven't completed their paperwork yet. While it can open access to state funding, state recognition is mostly seen as a stepping stone to federal recognition. “With federal recognition, that’s how we’re going to change the future of our community,” he said.
Dwayne Johnson is a contender in NBC sitcom 'Young Rock'
Read full article: Dwayne Johnson is a contender in NBC sitcom 'Young Rock'This combination of photos released by NBC shows, from left, Dwayne Johnson, left, and the actors who portray him in the comedy series "Little Rock," Adrian Groulx as Dwayne at 10, Bradley Constant as Dwayne at 15 and Uli Latukefu as Dwayne at 20. (NBC via AP)LOS ANGELES – Dwayne Johnson’s new NBC comedy “Young Rock” has him campaigning for president in 2032, but the actor and producer sidestepped the possibility of a real-life run someday. A coming-of-age story inspired by the former pro wrestler's colorful but challenging childhood and youth, “Young Rock” is framed by the adult Johnson's reflections on his life as he stumps for office. Using the candidacy as a device to revisit his past was suggested by Nahnatchka Khan, executive producer of “Young Rock,” he told The Associated Press on Tuesday. But he suggests a a bipartisan approach ahead for “Young Rock."
J&J 4Q sales rise despite pandemic, but charges cut profits
Read full article: J&J 4Q sales rise despite pandemic, but charges cut profitsJohnson & Johnson reported a strong finish to the year, overcoming the disruption of the global pandemic on some parts of its business like medical devices. Meanwhile, Johnson & Johnson also is testing a two-dose vaccine as a backup and should have results on that in 2021's second half. The pandemic, and the associated deferral of many medical procedures, reduced sales of surgery, vision care and orthopedics products. Prescription drug sales jumped 16.3%, to $12.27 billion, led by immune disorder drug Stelara and cancer drugs Darzelex, Imbruvica and Erleada. For all of 2020, Johnson & Johnson reported revenue of $82.58 billion, up just 0.6% from 2019, and net income of $14.71 billion, which was 2.7% below 2019's net income.
UK-EU trade talks back on after bloc offers olive branch
Read full article: UK-EU trade talks back on after bloc offers olive branchBut Britain seized on conciliatory comments by EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier, saying they offered the chance of a breakthrough. Barnier has already agreed to “intensify” talks — a key U.K. demand — and to discuss the legal text of an agreement. The two sides have been trying to strike a trade deal since the U.K. left the EU on Jan. 31. The bloc also accuses Britain of seeking the kind of unfettered access to its markets usually reserved for EU members. If there is no deal, businesses on both sides of the English Channel face tariffs and other obstacles to trade starting Jan. 1.
Magic Johnson campaigning for Biden-Harris in Detroit, Lansing this weekend
Read full article: Magic Johnson campaigning for Biden-Harris in Detroit, Lansing this weekendDETROIT – Former NBA all star and Michigan native Magic Johnson will campaign for Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden and running mate Kamala Harris on Saturday in Lansing and Detroit. The Biden-Harris campaign said Johnson will participate in a “Shop Talk” roundtable conversation about voting with Black men in Detroit. In Lansing, Johnson’s hometown, he will participate in a voter mobilization event to urge Michiganders to vote early at their local clerk’s office or satellite voting location, the campaign said. Biden is also scheduled to attend a voter mobilization event in Detroit at about 6:20 p.m. Related: Biden campaign finds 3rd virus link; Harris suspends travelPresident Donald Trump is set to visit Muskegon on Saturday, Oct. 17.
Metro Detroit couple reunited after 50 days apart due to COVID-19
Read full article: Metro Detroit couple reunited after 50 days apart due to COVID-19The Highland Park couple has been married for 48 years and believe they got COVID-19 after attending a memorial service and funeral in March. Update May 28, 2020 -- Michigan coronavirus (COVID-19) cases up to 56,014; Death toll now at 5,372They went to Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital Warren Campus together. And then an hour or so later, they called me and told me they were putting him on a ventilator, Darlene Johnson said. After all these years, not for 50 days, ever, Darlene Johnson said. The Johnsons are thankful for the care he received at Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital Warren Campus.
ClickOnDetroit NIGHTSIDE report -- Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019
Read full article: ClickOnDetroit NIGHTSIDE report -- Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019On Oct. 28, 2013, she finished a class and headed to the undergraduate library to take a test. Deadly fire that killed 3 children ruled likely accidentalA deadly house fire in Lansing was likely accidental, the Lansing Fire Department said. A 31-year-old man and a 5-year-old girl are at University of Michigan hospital in critical condition. Community in mourning after child killed by dogA family in Hazel Park is mourning after the devastating loss of their son Tuesday night. If you use a space heater, make sure its safe and not on a recall list -- keep it away from children.
Michigan QB commit J.D. Johnson announces end of football career due to medical condition
Read full article: Michigan QB commit J.D. Johnson announces end of football career due to medical conditionJohnson announced Wednesday that his football career has come to an end due to a medical condition, but coach Jim Harbaugh will honor his scholarship and give him a place on the team staff. Here are his full comments:"I want to announce that as of today, my football playing career has come to an end. Coach Harbaugh called after receiving the news of my test results. "There is no better place to be a college football player than Ann Arbor. Coach Harbaugh -- I promise I will make the opportunity you have given me count.
Neighbor describes Garden City shooting that left off-duty Detroit police officer dead
Read full article: Neighbor describes Garden City shooting that left off-duty Detroit police officer deadGARDEN CITY, Mich. - A neighbor was called to the stand Wednesday during the preliminary examination for a man charged with killing his girlfriend in Garden City. Elaine Williams, a Detroit police officer, was shot dead at her home in the 200 block of Belton Street on June 3. Prosecutors said Johnson shot Williams four times in the head and once in the shoulder before shooting himself as a cover-up. Fields said he went into the house after the shooting to get Williams' son. In court, Fields said he didn't remember what he told officers the night of the shooting and wouldn't reinforce his written account of events from the night.
A New Wooden Statue of President Trump Has Popped Up in Slovenia
Read full article: A New Wooden Statue of President Trump Has Popped Up in SloveniaIt's not quite flattering, but standing at more than 26 feet tall is a new statue of President Trump. Wearing a blue suit and red tie, with a square head and jaw, the statue of the president has its fist raised into the air. The hulking art installation is made of wood and towers over Slovenia, the home country of first lady Melania Trump. The owner of the land where the Trump statue was built says some locals were so confused by the structure, some of them actually mistook it for the Statue of Liberty. "For the first time since World War II populism is prevailing: look at [British Prime Minister Boris] Johnson, look at Trump, our president, or [Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor] Orban.
Detroit Lions announce final roster cuts
Read full article: Detroit Lions announce final roster cutsThe Detroit Lions announced today the following roster moves to establish the team's 53-man roster by the League-mandated 4 p.m. ET deadline:RELEASED:CB Johnathan AlstonDT John AtkinsLB Malik CarneyTE Jerome CunninghamT Andrew DonnalLB Garret DooleyWR Jonathan DuhartDT P.J. JohnsonDT Fredrick JonesWR Tom KennedyC Leo KoloamatangiLB Steven LongaTE Isaac NautaT Matt NelsonQB Luis PerezLB Anthony PittmanWR Brandon PowellQB Tom SavageDT Ray SmithRB Justin StocktonCB Teez TaborRB Mark ThompsonTE Austin TraylorS Charles WashingtonDE Jonathan WynnWAIVED/INJURED:WR Andy JonesCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
How Did Dakota Johnson's Signature Tooth Gap Close?
Read full article: How Did Dakota Johnson's Signature Tooth Gap Close?It may only be a minor change to Dakota Johnsons look, but hardcore fans are heartbroken. The "Fifty Shades of Grey" actress recently had her teeth done and revealed the gap in her tooth that had followers fawning is no more. The new look she debuted at the premiere of her new movie, "Peanut Butter Falcon," took social media by storm. Rest in peace to Dakota Johnsons tooth gap, a legend in our community, one person tweeted. Im sad about my gap tooth, she said.
On this day: October 16
Read full article: On this day: October 162004: Pierre Salinger, a White House press secretary to U.S. Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson, dies of heart failure at age 79 in Le Thor, France. Following his time in the White House, he became known for his work as an ABC News correspondent, in particular for his stories on the American hostage crisis in Iran and the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland. He also served in the U.S. Senate in 1964 as a vacancy appointment and was campaign manager for the Robert F. Kennedy presidential campaign. He was within 10 to 12 feet of Kennedy when he was assassinated while walking through the kitchen of the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles in June 1968. Hide Caption