Jan. 14, 2021: The Vessel Closes in NYC, Former Flint Governor Charged in Water Crisis and More

Welcome to Word on the Street where we discuss the top five most interesting links of the day. Here is what’s hot for Thursday, January 14, 2021:

The Vessel in New York City Closed After Third Suicide: The Vessel, a 150-foot high sculpture in on the west side of Manhattan has closed due to the third suicide. It will re-open once more preventive measures are put in place.

Former Gov to be Charged in Flint Water Crisis: Former Michigan Governor Rick Snyder was charged with willful neglect of duty stemming from an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in 2014, which killed 12 people.

Tesla asked to Recall 158,000 Cars: The NHTSA has asked Tesla to recall 158,000 Model S and Model X Tesla vehicles which could suffer from failing displays.

Unemployment Claims Soar: Another 965,000 people filed for first-time unemployment benefits on a seasonally adjusted basis in the United States last week, according to the Labor Department.

President Trump Impeached for the Second Time: President Trump was impeached by the House of Representatives by a vote of 232-197, with 10 Republicans voting in favor of impeachment.