Miami woman charged with fraud after using COVID funds for lavish lifestyle
A Florida woman is facing up to 20 years in prison if convicted on federal charges after she allegedly used fraudulent forms to obtain $381,000 in COVID-19 relief.
Bed Bath & Beyond's list of store closings
Bed Bath & Beyond closing dozens of more stores across the nation due to challenges faced by the home retailer. Last year, it already announced plans to close 150 stores.
UNC looking to counter 'woke' campuses with new school: Creating a 'level playing field'
University of North Carolina Chapel Hill Board of Trustee member Marty Kotis outlines why the elite university has created the Civic Life and Leadership School.
NCAA All-American swimmer Riley Gaines speaks out on competing with biological males
NCAA All-American Swimmer and Stand with Women Spokeswoman Riley Gaines joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss her op-ed saying that athletes should compete based on sex, not gender.
Powerball jackpot jumps to estimated $700M
The Powerball jackpot ballooned to an estimated $700 million after no winning tickets matched all six numbers in Wednesday night's drawing. The next drawing is set for Saturday night.
Ford sales up 2% in January on strong truck performance
Ford sales were up 2% in January, with F-Series truck deliveries improving by 8.8% as inventories and dealer stock continue to recover from recent shortages.
Flight canceled or disrupted? Know your rights
Amid a spate of flight cancellations due to bad weather and manmade mishaps, air travelers should know their rights when airlines cancel or delay their flights.
Over 400K without power in Texas due to ice storm
More than 400,000 Texas customers are still without power early Thursday following the impacts of a multi-state ice storm that resulted in the deaths of at least eight people.
Eli Lilly is a 'play' in type 2 diabetes and obesity: Sam Waksal
Graviton Biopharmaceuticals Holdings CEO Sam Waksal argues that there will be 'great growth' in the pharmaceutical industry.
Tom Brady memorabilia red hot following retirement announcement
With Tom Brady announcing his official NFL retirement on Wednesday, the seven-time Super Bowl winner's memorabilia and its value has grabbed attention.
US government investigating Ford Explorers after receiving complaints of parts flying off
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened a probe into 2011 through 2019 Ford Explorer SUVs and is investigating a possible issue with parts flying off the car.
US return-to-office rate rises above 50% for first time since pandemic began
Office use at 50.4% in survey of 10 major US cities. In a blow to remote-work, office use climbed above 50% for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began.
Airbus revives order from Qatar Airways following paint-dispute settlement
Airbus will resume deliveries of 73 new aircraft ordered by Qatar Airways after settling a quality control dispute. New airplanes will be a mix of A321 and A350 aircraft.
Game on! Rubik’s Cube announces eco-friendly version of the famous rotating puzzle
Rubik's Cube launched their first-ever 100% recycled cube for purchase. Manufactured by Spin Master, the model is a part of their sustainability initiative to be more eco-friendly.
Super Bowl 2023 airfare: What it could cost you to fly to the big game
Fans who plan to watch the Super Bowl in person are likely to get hit with hefty airfare prices if they have not yet booked their ticket, according to new data.
Missouri AG doubles down on firing school officials who took students to drag show: 'It's a huge problem'
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey calls out the "shameful behavior" by school officials who brought middle school students to a drag performance, threatening legal action.
Peloton stock jumps higher after reporting quarterly loss
Peloton shares are up on Wednesday after the company reported significant losses in their latest quarter.
Celebrity chef David Burke on new NYC restaurant
Chef David Burke joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss why he chose to open a new restaurant in May.
Frontier Airlines launches all-you-can-fly summer pass for $399
Low-cost Frontier Airlines has announced a new $399 all-you-can-fly pass allowing travelers to book unlimited flights to domestic and international destinations over the summer.
Winter weather: Over 1,900 flights canceled as storm slams South
Thousands of flights were disrupted again on Wednesday as a mix of winter weather, including freezing rain and sleet, continued to hammer several states in the South.



















