Why Chicago’s COVID school-safety fight matters nationwide

Chicago public schools are closed today as teachers and administrators fight over whether learning should be remote. CNN and the Chicago Tribune report on a debate with national implications.

Sentencing for people who stormed the Capitol a year ago has been inconsistent. BuzzFeed News crunches the data to discover how judges are grappling in real time with what the consequences should be.

NBC News asks top forecasters with skin in the game what the economy could have in store over the year ahead.

Engaged couples are often surprised to discover that many of the best wedding hashtags are taken. The Wall Street Journal reports on how some are even paying consultants for unique ideas.