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And very good Thursday to you, I'm Veronica De La Cruz at the CNN center in Atlanta, let's take a look at what's happening NOW IN THE NEWS.
Weather is the big story today for much of the nation. A major blizzard overtook Colorado and dropped more than 50 inches of snow in parts of the Rockies. The storm has shut down Denver's airport until tonight at the earliest, leaving thousands of passengers stranded.
Military officials say at least five marines could be charged with murder in the death of 24 Iraqi civilians in Haditha. The case focuses on whether the marines intentionally shot and killed the civilians or whether the marines were defending themselves. The group was on a patrol in Haditha when one of their Humvees hit a roadside bomb. One marine was killed.
Rescue operations are over in the search for two climbers still missing on Oregon's Mount Hood. Officials say the consensus is that there is little chance the men are still alive. Authorities will try to recover their bodies at some point likely when weather improves and manpower is available. An autopsy on the third climber shows he died from hypothermia and exposure.
Well, a new survey finds fewer young people are smoking pot and drinking. The National Institute on Drug Abuse survey found that overall illicit drug use has declined 23% since 2001. It found more teens are popping prescription pills and the abuse of cold medication is now a concern. Experts say that teens are turning to over-the-counter cold medications because they are cheap and easy to get.
Baby Jesus, resurrected. One year ago, thieves made off with the plastic Jesus figure from a Nativity scene at a home in Buffalo, New York. The family figured Jesus was gone for good. But lo and behold(Used to express wonder or surprise. ) the beloved plastic figure is back home in his manger. He arrived on the family's doorstep with a photo diary of his travels around New York State. The family in the spirit of the season says that all is forgiven.
And that's gonna bring you up-to-date, for more on these stories and other news of the day, don't forget that CNN is your source, online, on TV or when you are on the go.
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