CNN 5 Things DC Shooting Terrorism Investigation, Thanksgiving Food Banks, NFL Triple Header and more
Nov 27, 2025
The FBI reveals that a shooter in Washington, DC, has connections to US forces in Afghanistan, sparking a terrorism investigation. As Thanksgiving approaches, food banks across the country are overwhelmed with demand due to rising grocery costs. In Hong Kong, the tragic death toll from a high-rise fire continues to climb, raising questions about safety measures. South Carolina faces a measles outbreak, attributed to vaccine misinformation. Plus, get the lowdown on today's exciting NFL triple header matchups!
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Investigation Treated As Potential Terrorism
- The D.C. shooting investigation is being treated as terrorism while motives remain unclear.
- FBI Director Kash Patel says the suspect had ties with partner forces in Afghanistan and investigators are probing overseas links.
Help Food Banks Facing Surge
- Support local food banks now because demand surged this Thanksgiving and supplies are strained.
- Volunteer help expanded distribution sites and increased total food distribution by 24% compared to last Thanksgiving.
A Beneficiary Becomes A Volunteer
- Rosie Lopez described relying on food banks while caring for her disabled husband and finding gratitude in support.
- She says getting help felt like a daily Thanksgiving and later led her to give back as a volunteer.