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>> good morning. i am ainsley earhardt. >> i am heather nauert. it is wednesday march the 6th. thank you for watching fox and friends first. we begin with an extreme weather alert. another brutal storm bearing down on the east coast already smacked the midwest dumping more than 10 inches of snow on chicago and cancelling nearly 2,000 flights. >> this thing isn't over. they are bracing for the most snow than they have seen in more than two years now. let's go to peter doocy where the wind is just -- snow is just coming down now. >> these flakes are big and it's wet. it feels like a rain storm but you remember everybody out in tv

land remembers there is talk about the owe tension threat of the sequester. so far we haven't felt the impact of the sequester. the snow quester shut down business for the day. nonessential employees can stay home. at the capitol behind me on the other side of this metro bus we are told a lot of lawmakers are going to try to wrap up, work on that continuing resolution to fund the government past the end of march by 1:00. one is about cyber security one is about the threat for asteroi asteroids. the president has postponed meetings due to weather. the white house is anticipating so many problems in such a wide area and also anticipating people being able to get into work the first lady actually canceled or postponed until

monday a twitter question and answer session, so things obviously really bad. so far this is pretty typical traffic for a wednesday at 5 in the morning in washington. but the roads are slick, there are crews out but this is just the beginning we will have more for you later on. >> oh, boy, so much snow you might not be able to twitter. >> peter doocy, thanks so much. maria molina has been tracking the storm for us. >> what can we expect? >> this one is going to introduce augull kinds of impac from the mid atlantic to new england as we head into today, tomorrow and even friday. there's a high area of pressure that is helping slow down the storm system. we have tough conditions in the state of maine that high pressure system that is going to snow down the storm system as we head north arred. we are going to see a prolonged period of time of wind snow and

coastal rain. all areas across the northeast are feeling the impact of the storm for several days. washington, d.c. 6-12 inches of snow in the dc area. mostly rain east of the city. accumulations will be lighter. we could see some of the snow mixing into areas west of it well over a foot of snow 18 inches in northern virginia hire elevations in the state of virginia and also southern pennsylvania. a lot of snow with the storm system. that's why we have winter storm warnings in effect. winds will be gusting 20-30 miles an hour at a time. coastal areas don't have land to slow down the wind so you will be seeing wind gusts up to 16 miles an hour possible. new york city as we head into tonight that's when we see the

worst conditions in terms of snow mixing in a couple muches cannot be ruled out. we have winter storm watches posted for boston because they can be looking at significant snowfall as we head into thursday and friday. man ye venezuelians are wondering about their future as hugo chavez passed away yesterday. he was a polarizing figure at home and abroad who frequently clashed with the united states. >> venezuelian president has lost his battle with cancer at the age of 58 known to many as a populus chavez was an outspoken opponent against u.s. influence and just as big of a supporter of a united latin america. >> 4:25 in the afternoon the 59 of march hugo chavez died.

>> as an army para troop commander he led a failled cue and was later elected president in 1988. in 14 years of all he was re-elected by mill tear leaders. brl his battle with cancer he was often in the spotlight but his illness forced him to cut back on public appearances. he under went two operations to remove tumors and radiation and chemotherapy assuring them he was cancer free. >> what can i say? >> my birthday is monday he gave me an early birthday. >> chavez was a polarizing figure at home and aprauabroaab. >> he has made his own

contributions to country development. i would like to convey my deepest condolence to the families and government of venezuela. >> at the time of hugo chavez passing we give support to the venezuelan people. >> a power struggle is expected in the south american country. in new york, rick liveventhal, x news. >> those are the top 5 stories making news at this hour. a retirement facility says that a woman who refused to do cpr on a dying woman misinterpreted their policy. she is on voluntary leave while the case is being investigated. the family of the victim is speaking out saying she didn't want life prolonging measures. in a statement they say quote our family knows mom had full knowledge of the limitations of glenwood gardens and is at

peace. they have no plans to sue that facility. >> no date is set so far for the start of the conclave at the five cardinals yet to arrive in the vatican city. the cardinals who are already there meeting for a third day deciding on procedures to elect a new pope. the cardinals say it's important they take time getting to know one another. >> many cardinals are concerned if there's not enough time spent in the general obligations that once we get into the conclave it could dry off. >> no one wants to rush. >> the conclave is nearing the sistine chapel was closed construction began inside the ident obama, the panel voted 12-3 to send john brennan's nomination to the full senate. earlier that nomination had a snag a lot of law americas

wanted answers about the obama administration policy on drone strikes including against american citizens. republicans may hold up that nomination at the white house refuses to give details on its actions following the terror attack. is the white house playing politics with the american tradition because of sequestration? some law americas say yes after the white house canceled all tours effective march 9th. a prerecorded message blame staffing cuts for the sequestration. not everyone is buying it. >> is it a political tactic? probably. i also think the public is ready for something different than i am awe tour petty political tactics. >> this comes as any families have tours for spring break. >> speaking of sequestration it did not prevent the tsa from spending 50 million on new

uniforms. sequester cuts created long lines they were making a multi-million dollar deal with image wear. the uniforms will partly be made in mexico not the united states because that's where the company has some manufacturing facilities. that's your 5@5:00. >> it is 9 minutes after the top of the hour time to look at who is talkingment sequestration sparking a lot of debate about the nation's spending problem. that was the topic of a heated discussion last night on "hannity"." >> the former chairman went head to head over what is causing our growing theft. schools saying it isn't the president's fault but what is? >> you know the spending problems facing the country is not a discretionary spending problem it's not a foreign aid spending problem or that kind of thing. the root of our fiscal problem is the country is getting older. we have to pay for social security and medicare.

>> that's not true. austin that is -- if this president -- (talking over one another) >> he said he would cut the deficit in half the first term he failed. >> it will take him 8 extra months to do it. >> 8 extra months to do it. >> yeah the congressional budget. >> he will cut the deficit in half. >> from what he inherited from bush. >> that may happen in 2525. >> charles krauthammer giving a different take than he did. he points to the president. >> you have got the numbers and the math on your side. the man is not interested in cutting. he wasn't chasn't cut. he has increased year by year the spending increases. at the beginning he was able to call it stimulus the largest spending bill in the history of the universe, over 800 billion in one shot, and i don't know what the residue of that is.

then for a couple years he shied away from the word stimulus. every time he negotiated he wanted more spending money? what did he say in his state of the union address this year? he wants to invest which is new democratic work for spending. he talked about spending. what i meant to say earlier he will dangle. in negotiations with the speaker i offer an x, y and z. always in the back room and the whisper show in a budget that he hasn't done because he is not interested in cuts. >> krauthammer sited the president's state of the union address saying he isn't interested in cutting for the country which includes an entitlement state more along the lines of europe. a new survey finds young women care more about their looks and less about their careers.

>> vintage. bags. >> the survey asked women ages 18 to 25 to rank the important aspects of their lives. 41 percent said appearance topped the list. >> interesting. these young women also said having great hair and staying thin was more important than renting or owning a home. experts say what do they have to blame on it? social media of course. more pictures are shared on-line so women are more conscientious of these things. what do you think of the results of this study? you can tweet them to us at fox friends first or e-mail foxfriendsfirst@foxnews.com. department of homeland security is supposed to protect us but why are they blaming the sequester for their plan to release thousands of illegals who have criminal records? we will tell you about that.

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>> this is what happened while you were sleeping. henry kissinger is resting at home after a brief hospital stay. the 89-year-old was admitted yesterday after he fell in his home. details of his injuries were not released. kissinger served as secretary of state under president nixon and ford and was awarded the noble peace prize in 1973. we learned this morning that the obama administration plans to release as many as 5,000 detained illegal immigrants because of the sequestration. the house judiciary committee

obtained internal documents detailing the plans. homeland security chief janet napolitano confirms the policy will repeat. now to stories you can baipg on this morning investors are celebrating after the dow closed at an all-time high yesterday. how was the death of the leader of one of the world's largest oil suppliers impact the market today. let's ask adam shapiro. >> as far as the markets are concerned when we talk about stocks it's not going to have a big impact and even oil. oil closed yesterday below $90 a barrel. that could change today but venezuelian oil output according to china it accounts for 8 percent of our imports that's half of what it used to be 15 years ago. they need to get their oil infrastructure in place.

nobody is expecting a major import because of this. >> could see a big change today at the pump. >> in fact the company that -- (speaking spanish) bottom line is venezuela are saying things are normal and that's going to be a big struggle over who will run this. >> there's a word in yiddish you can't say it when the kids wake up. the postal service which because down $16 billion sent out an invitation they are having a party for postal service executives they are spending 2 million on the party line for 400 executives but the invitation is a video invite. huffington post got a hold of one of the invites it costs 8,000 dollars per invitation. this is a pr nightmare for the postal service. what are they doing sending out

hundreds of these things at 8,000 a pop when they are losing money. >> the postal service would say it's not tax dollars but they lost 16 billion of taxpayer dollars. >> thank you. have a great day. it is 19 after the top of the hour. next on the rundown doctors making radical changes to their allergy guidelines. now they want parents to send at a much younger age. we report you decide. as we go to break a look at the gasoline prices we were talking about new national average 3.73 cents that's one one penny since yesterday.

>> good morning to you. it is 23 minutes after the hour. general john madis taking a big stand against the obama administration on the issue of afghanistan. telling the senate armed services committee that he thinks 20,000 u.s. troops should stay in afghanistan beyond 2013. that includes nearly 14,000 troops from the united states. he reportedly pushed out because of policy differences. well doctors are now saying giving infants food including peanut butter and eggs may help prevent food allergies later in life. under new guidelinesaller gists recommend introducing these foods as early as 4-6 months old. this is based on the study of children under undeveloped countries that have a lower rate of allergies. >> thanks heather for the first

time since 9-11 you will be allowed to take small knives on airplanes. the tsa loosening the policy on certain items you are able to bring on board. this move is concerned about the central safety. >> the tsa is making a change to the policy. >> we are modifying the prohibitive item list. >> souvenir buys ball bats, golf clubs hockey sticks and other sports equipment will be permitted. the new policy change allows workers to focus on more serious threats to safety. >> the idea that if we have to look for and find and then somehow resolve whatever that prohibit tive item is that takes time and effort. the key factor for me is that may de tract us from that item that could be catastrophic

failure to an aircraft. >> union leaders representing a number of southwest airlines flight attendants are calling the new policy dangerous and sort sighted. travelers are reacting to the news offering up mixed messages. >> think of allowing knives on plane? >> as far as sticks and golf clubs doesn't bother me. i would have concern about a knive knife but as long as there's a limitation on the size. >> those who want to cause harm will. i believe that the bad guys are way ahead of us they could hide stuff and make plastic knifes that won't be picked up. bad guys are going to find a way to hurt us. >> they go into effect on april 259. it is 25 minutes after the hour. coming up forget about sequester it's quester.

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>> good morning to you. you are watching "fox & friends first". i am heather nauert. >> i am ainsley earhardt. >> rolling over the east coast slobbering state after state with heavy wet snow. >> these folks are in minneapolis and they are bigging themselves out as the nation's capital is bracing for a direct hit. >> this has a lot of snow in the midwest in chicago yesterday and today impacting the nation's capital it will stay with us today tomorrow and even into friday morning. we are going to be feeling the impact in terms of snowfall even in terms of the wind. postal areas across new england

to the boston area. we are dealing with the area of low pressure already producing snow in dc and areas to the west of they are going to be seeing significant snowfall accumulations 20 inches of snow possible in spots. it is why we have winter storm warnings in effect not because of the snow we are expecting but the wind 20-30 miles per hour at times along inland areas. as we head northward we have brand new winter storm watches that were issued in boston parts of rhode island and eastern sections of connecticut. we have a twirn weather advisory in effect for the new york city area long island and southern areas of connecticut because we will be seeing a little bit of snow accumulation. you will be dealing with the storm system through out toonltd

thursday night. 3-7 inches of snow in the five boroughs and just outside of new york city. new jersey, connolly con tonight and also into thursday night. boston, massachusetts we could be looking at 4-8 inches of snow. very low on this forecast because the storm is further away from you. in washington, d.c. 6-12 inches of snow in places west of the core droir. areas across northern virginia and the state of west virginia will be getting some of the highest accumulations. 8-15 inches in some of the areas in west virginia and again up to 20 inches will be possible in some of those mountain tops. otherwise coastal areas will be seeing wind gusts 50-60 miles per hour at times. we have warnings and watches in effect. we could be dealing with flooding due to the beach erosion and on shore flow. >> maria molina thank you so much. a lot of flight problems. >> doug luzader is live outside

of the washington, d.c. bureau where they are supposed to get hit with the most snow than they have seen in two years. you are not already feeling it, right? >> you look around the flurries in the air. we had a warm day yesterday. the ground at this point is so warm. it doesn't take a whole plot for the federal government to shut down even the flurries in the air caused them to make a decision to shut down operations. it may be a preview of things to come. there are government furlough days as a result of the budget sec ster. unless you visit a federal budget office it may largely go unnoticed. as far as a preview of the weather is concerned all we have to do is look to the midwest all of the flight cancellations tons of snow and of course all of that weather is moving east. >> it snows a lot you are trying to get a train and push this stuff off to the curb. >> there has been some

accumulation in parts of the area as in washington itself flurries in the air to make the decision to close the government. federal office the personnel management declares the government's operating status as closed. one closure causing some political fallout the white house announced public tours are being canceled because of the budget sec ster. list tone their recorded line. >> due to staffing reductions as a resulting from sequestration we regret to inform you that white house tours will be canceled effective saturday march 9th, 2013, until further notice. >> the white house says it is because of staff reductions anticipating sec ster cuts. we will see. republicans say it's purely political. one republican congressman is proposing to deep fund the president's golf outings until the tours continue. boehner invited them to tour the capital zone. there is one area of bipartisan

agreement but ultimately today is going to be a snow day. >> doug luzader, thank you very much. the families going for spring break they want to see the white house. >> the top five stories making news at this hour there is hope for change in venezuela. >> venezuelians in miami cheering after the death of president hugo chavez. the socialist passed away yesterday from cancer. he was a fierce opponent of the united states and big supporter of the united latin america. vice president nicholas madero will serve as interim president and election will be called within 30-days. president obama released a statement saying at the challenging time of hugo chavez passing we reinforce support for the venezuelan people. he was 58 years old.

an oregon man face charges of security -- the fbi raised him early yesterday morning. they say he provided money and advice to a suspected terrorist jalil. 30 people were killed a bombing by him. the naturalized citizen faces life in prison if he is convicted. new licenses for young immigrant drivers in north carolina spurring up some controversy in that state. take a look at this. they have a bold pink stripe and the words no lawful status. this is how that state decided tot distinguish illegal immigrants who are allowed to stay in the country under president obama's immigration law. the licenses roll out this month but the idea not sitting well with state democrats who have introduced a bill to make sure

all driver's licenses are the same. incredible story of survival. a teenaged skier found alive after spending two nights lost on a mountain in the state of maine. he was seen with his family on sunday when he lost his way on a ski trail. using skills he saw on an outdoor survival show he built a snow cave in order to stay warm and got water from a nearby stream. he followed the sounds of snowmobiles to eventually find his way back to a trail. a driver who searched for the teenager. >> he was good. he was hungry and cold. i had some food on me so i gave him some peanuts and crackers. >> the turnout was tremendous. it couldn't have gone any better. >> the teen was taken to the hospital to be checked out. it appears he is okay. >> san francisco bay bridge lighting up the night sky with the magical sky.

20,000 white led lights lighting the tables it marks the bridge's 7 59 anniversary. the light show debuted last night and will be up for two years. that's your 5@5:30. >> time now to entertain this. it is up to america and you to decide who the country's rising stars will be. american idol top 20 contestants performing this week. first up the ladies. ♪ ♪ ♪ >> tonight the men will sing. the ten finalists will be announced tomorrow. award season is net yet over. mtv announced the movie award

nominations last night. silver lining play book had 6. the award show airs on april 14. the 23-year-old insists she is not clingy and desperate girlfriend. she only dated two people since 2010 who went on to defend her music and why the female voice should be celebrated not criticized. >> okay. now it is time for your starting lineup. the top sports stories of the morning. >> it is the second coming or is it the second coming of tim tebow. there is a chance that he could start at quarterback. there have been multiple reports that he would be released or traded. in a new book just released the head coach uses his experience

to show how you can be successful in any field. live in morning on fox and friends to talk about that. >> listen to this, fox sports launching a brand new national sports television network. fox sports debuts on august the 17th. it will feature mlb games college basketball nascar and college football games among others. brian kilmeade caught up with regis philbin. we will have a show called rush hour hosted by regis philbin. >> i am excited to be part of this whole new concept. >> fox sports is owned by our parent company news corporation which is also the head of fox news channel. our husbands will be thrilled they have another excuse to watch sports. >> talk about your tax dollars at work. one state about to hand out dozens and dozens of free cell phones. >> kate middleton let out a big

royal secret? the hint she dropped about the royal baby next.

>> here's a lack at the headlines for you. california will give away free cell phones to residents on government assistance and make less than 15,000 dollars a year. it is estimated 4.6 million households are actually eligible for this program. it is part of what is called the lifeline assistance program. it has come under major fire for the screening and wasteful spending. >> could a little girl be on the way? after being handed a teddy bear middleton said thank you i will take that tore my d -- before she abruptly cut herself off.

she may have sawed daughter. she is due to give birth in july. how sweet would that be? >> you just want that baby healthy. >> health insurance premiums could go up 200 percent for young americans. families could see premiums thrive as insurance companies face regulations of obama care. diane macedo has the story. >> despite promises the affordable care act would lower insurance premiums a joint house senate report says in 2008 the average family premium has risen more than 3,000 dollars it will only get worse after the law's requirements go into effect next year. this report comes from the house energy and commerce committee along with health labor tingses committee. among other findings they say lounger individuals who pay a

premium of 6,000 a year will pay more once the law fully takes effect. that's 189 percent jump. some estimates are even higher. meanwhile over the course of ten years families are expected to see premiums rise more than 7,000 dollars. why the increase? the requirement to purchase government approved plans and 165 billion in new taxes and fees on plans drugs and medical devices. the study concludes at a time of negative economic growth and sluggish job creation they are struggling to make ends meet. >> diane macedo. thank you, diane. it is 46 after the top of the hour. still ahead do you wipe down all of the silver wear at a restaurant where you eat with it? we are here next to determine if you are normal or if you are nuts. >> we know coffee gives you a

nice extra jolt in the morning. there was one dunkin' doughnuts employee and it became a life saver for him. we will tell you about that. first let's check in with steve doocy. >> what are you doing 45 minutes from now? >> it's a date. because did you realize today is taco bell fan day? taco bell will unveil brand new cool ranch dorr rit tee taco low cos. we will have some in the studio. you may have some provided the crew doesn't eat them all. the tsa has decided you know what we should allow on the planes? knives. great. also rudy giuliani will join us and old buddy larry gatlin. it starts soon on taco day. ounce melts... made fresh and hot!

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>> nine minutes to the top of the hour. a quick thinking dunkin' donuts employee saved himself from a robber with hot coffee. the worker tosses a hot cup of coffee in the guys face. when that didn't work he went for the entire pot. the robber did get away empty handed. new york city's mayor michael bloomberg. they are reporting the next campaign will be against loud music. bloomberg says it's to stop residents from beigoing deaf. heather next thing. >> thank you so much. dr. keith ablow from the mental a team is here with answers.

good morning dr. keith. this lady says my friends think i am crazy i am extremely afraid of germs. i carry around my wet wipes to wipe things down before i touch them. i won't touch an atm or door handle with my own hands when i go out to eat i have to sanitize my silver wear. cold and flu season okay but silver wear that's a bit much. >> your friends i would tell this woman they are right. you are not normal. i don't se i don't say it with glee i say it with concern. these germs are not really a threat. you can't believe that. that's why ocd is called an anxiety disorder. you are overly anxious. medicine you can conquer it.

>> i have refused to fly and have never flown because i am afraid. it doesn't come from a bad experience always afraid of flying. i am about to get married now and my husband loves travel. i am worried my fear of flying could ruin our future together is it normal? >> it's not a crazy concern. it's a normal concern, you should be worried. not necessarily because you can't fly over to europe together and because he loves traveling this fear is iconic. it is represented tive of underlying fears a need for control for instance. does she need therapy for this? >> of course she needs therapy for this. >> she needs it right now. >> last one is an important one. somebody writes in and says i haven't spoken to my dad since she got remarried years ago. he hasn't cheated but file like he is betraying our family.

i don't want a relationship with her is it normal or nuts? >> is it normal? sure. feeling sad is normal being angry is normal. but it is sad. bottom line is look this marriage which stretched on long enough for you to be writing to us so it's not a two-year affair, it produced you. it's a victory. so celebrate with your dad the fact that you two can still have a connection. move on in that regard. don't hold the anger inside. >> children never realize how much parents love them until they have their own children. very sad. i hope they work it out. always great to see you. >> coming up next on "the rundown"" a major brawl breaks out. a bench clearing fight so stick around. >> it's the last chance to answer the question of the day. earlier we told you about a survey that found majority of young women care more about

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