Things to know today: Jan. 6 Capitol attack investigation goes prime time; COVID shots ordered for youngest; plus, what hunters say about gun laws.
Today is Thursday, June 9, 2022. Let's get caught up.Here are today's top stories, celebrity birthdays and a look back at this date in history. TODAY'S WEATHERSevere storms will develop across the central part of the country with the main threats being gusty winds and hail. Heat also continues for the West. CNN meteorologist Derek Van Dam has the latest forecast.
Health and Fitness AP Officials: Millions of COVID-19 shots ordered for youngest White House officials say orders have been coming in for COVID-19 vaccine doses for small children. Federal authorization of shots for U.S. kids under 5 is possible next week. The government last week began allowing pharmacies and states to place orders, with 5 million doses initially available. So far, about 1.45 million of the 2.5 million available doses of Pfizer have been ordered.
Govt-and-politics AP Few laughs, tough questions as Biden chats with Kimmel There weren’t a lot of laughs when President Joe Biden bantered with Jimmy Kimmel during his first in-person appearance on a talk show since taking office. The host of ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” expressed frustration about intractable problems in Washington, and advised the president, “I think you need to start yelling at people.” Biden insisted he’s “never been more optimistic.
National News AP Prosecutors: R. Kelly should get at least 25 years in prison Prosecutors say R. Kelly, the R&B superstar known for his anthem “I Believe I Can Fly,” deserves at least 25 years behind bars for sexually abusing women and girls. They demanded the sentence on Wednesday in advance of his sentencing later this month.