The video game series “The Sims” launched 25 years ago this week. Now, it’s one of the most popular game series in the world, captivating hundreds of millions of players and allowing them to create and control virtual lives. Dana Jacobson visits the games’ headquarters to take a closer look at the franchise’s success. Source

Ten people are dead after a plane lost contact during a brutal winter storm in Alaska. Meanwhile, fans are mourning the death of actor Tony Roberts. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Source

This week, President Trump nominated atmospheric scientist Neil Jacobs to lead the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. In Trump’s first term, Jacobs was the agency’s acting leader and was reprimanded for ethics violations during what became known as “Sharpie-Gate.” Source

President Trump has repeatedly suggested Canada would be better off if it agreed to become the 51st U.S. state. Source

President Trump is expected to attend the Super Bowl in New Orleans on Sunday, making him the first sitting president to attend the NFL’s big game. His visit means even tighter security for New Orleans, a city still on edge after a terror attack killed 14 people on New Year’s Day. Here’s a look inside the city’s stepped-up security. Source

Craig McLean said many scientists “are worried about President Donald Trump’s return to office — after he undermined science in his first term.” Source

Jennifer Tavares’ pregnancy was going smoothly until a headache and swelling signaled she might have a dangerous condition. Source

It is the fifth hostage and prisoner exchange to occur as part of the first phase of the current ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Source

A couple returns to their Altadena house after the Los Angeles fires to find a meaningful gem. A man with cerebral palsy and his wife share their love story – and the full life they have led together. Plus, David Begnaud has three good news stories. Source

In Texas, we examine how a shortage of millions of homes for sale is driving up demand and squeezing out families looking to purchase starter homes. And in Massachusetts, we hear from members of the sandwich generation, whose responsibilities taking care of multiple generations of their family have come at a cost to their retirement savings. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller. Source