Will winter linger, or will spring come early? That's the question on America's mind this Groundhog Day, as we wait for Punxsutawney Phil to make his prediction. NewsNation's Jessica Kartalija is live from Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, where the world's most famous groundhog is soon to forecast either an early spring or six more weeks of winter. Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
AI:As the nation braces for continued severe winter weather, including recent record snowfall and blizzard conditions across the Eastern Seaboard, attention turns to Punxsutawney Phil at Gobbler's Knob for his Groundhog Day 2026 prediction. Following a string of extreme cold fronts and massive snow accumulations in states like North Carolina and the Carolinas, the public is eagerly awaiting whether the groundhog's shadow will signal an early spring or force Americans to endure six more weeks of punishing winter temperatures.Open
From the National Mall to the streets of Minneapolis to TikTok screens across the country, harmonizing has become a tool of resistance. The big picture: Protest anthems have punctuated tense moments in American history, rallying demonstrators during the early labor movement and again during the Civil Rights and anti-Vietnam upheavals of the 1960s. Driving the news: Bruce Springsteen , an outspoken Trump critic, is among the artists releasing anti-administration anthems. - He slammed "King Trump's private army" in his new song , "Streets Of Minneapolis," singing: "In chants of 'ICE out now' / Our city's heart and soul persists / Through broken glass and bloody tears / On the streets of Minneapolis." - Protest comes naturally to…
AI:Music is being weaponized as a tool of resistance by artists and activists targeting President Trump's immigration enforcement policies. High-profile musicians like Bruce Springsteen are contributing to the movement, with his recent song "Streets of Minneapolis" specifically attacking the administration and its use of ICE. Beyond celebrity anthems, grassroots organizers and various musical groups are utilizing a cappella singing and brass instruments during demonstrations in cities like Minneapolis to express grief and rage against federal immigration crackdowns. This resurgence of protest music draws parallels to historical civil rights movements, as performers across social media platforms continue to release content aimed at undermining…Open
AI:The Supreme Court has faced intense criticism from victims associated with the Jeffrey Epstein scandal following recent decisions that have increased judicial secrecy. This development comes as legal battles continue to unfold regarding the release of unredacted information and files involving various powerful figures, complicating efforts by those seeking transparency and accountability for the crimes committed on Epstein's island.Open
Going into the 2026 Grammys, Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny led the list of nominees.
AI:The 2026 Grammy Awards featured top nominees Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, and Bad Bunny leading the field of contenders. The ceremony served as a platform for various artists to address political issues, specifically regarding President Trump's immigration policies, while also witnessing notable moments such as Cher's presenter error involving the late Luther Vandross.Open
ABC News' Danny New talks to a young New Yorker who's gaining fame for bringing his tunes to the streets and inviting bystanders to jam with him.
AI:A young musician in New York City is gaining significant traction by performing on the streets as a one-man band and actively inviting passersby to participate in impromptu musical jams.Open
On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, tensions remain high across the country over immigration enforcement. Batya Ungar-Sargon speaks with two families whose lives were forever changed by illegal immigration. Sabine Durden-Coulter lost her son to a migrant truck driver in 2012. Coleman's daughter, Dalilah, was struck by a migrant truck driver in 2024, which left her nonverbal and relearning how to walk. Both parents tell "Batya!" Americans don't understand how hurt they are to see them fighting against Trump's deportation agenda. Plus, Joel Berry, managing editor of The Babylon Bee, joins “Batya!” to weigh in on Bruce Springsteen’s new anti-ICE anthem, released in the wake of unrest in Minnesota. “What is it, 1965? When’s the…
AI:Tensions escalate as families devastated by crimes committed by illegal migrants express frustration over the political opposition to President Trump's deportation agenda. Sabine Durden-Coulter, who lost her son to a migrant truck driver, and Coleman, whose daughter was left nonverbal after being struck by a migrant driver in 2024, describe the profound pain of watching activists fight against necessary enforcement measures. Additionally, Babylon Bee editor Joel Berry critiques Bruce Springsteen’s latest anti-ICE anthem, dismissing the celebrity's political commentary as an ineffective relic of past eras.Open
In Minneapolis and St. Paul, business owners work to lift up a community that has been roiled by the presence of thousands of immigration agents.
AI:Small business owners in Minneapolis and St. Paul are struggling to navigate a deepening local crisis as a massive influx of federal immigration agents continues to transform the urban landscape. As ICE operations intensify throughout the region, these entrepreneurs find themselves caught in the middle of a fractured community, attempting to maintain stability while the city reels from constant enforcement activity and social upheaval. This persistent presence of immigration agents has become a "new normal" for local commerce, forcing small businesses to adapt to the ongoing volatility and economic uncertainty caused by the widespread federal crackdown.Open
AI:Oklahoma Representative Ajay Pittman has resigned following a scandal involving forged checks, marking the latest instance of corruption and ethical failure within the Democratic ranks as part of a broader pattern of legal troubles for leftist lawmakers.Open
The Dalai Lama’s Grammy win for an audiobook, narration and storytelling has been described by Beijing as “a tool for anti-China political manipulation.”
AI:Beijing is condemning the Grammys after the Dalai Lama won an award for his audiobook narration, labeling the honor a mechanism for anti-China political manipulation. This development follows recent ceremonies where various artists used their platforms to push immigration agendas and protest ICE, alongside President Trump’s ongoing criticism of the awards show's conduct and content.Open
A seemingly esoteric dispute over the proper way to take Communion signals the rising power of more traditional voices within the Catholic Church.
AI:Traditionalist Catholics are drawing a line in the sand over liturgical practices and communion rituals, signaling an escalating internal struggle for influence within the Catholic Church. This dispute reflects a broader movement as conservative and traditionalist factions seek to reclaim authority against modernizing trends, turning what appears to be a minor ritualistic disagreement into a significant battleground for the future direction of the faith.Open
